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From Tree to Treasure: Cherry Bark Craft From YATSUYANAGI
Learn about kabazaiku, or cherry bark craftsmanship, at Yatsuyanagi, where bark transforms into handcrafted treasures.
The Birth of the Moist Series: Inside Hataman Touen's Workshop
We visit the Hataman Touen workshop to see where the Moist series and other handcrafted Japanese tableware are made.
Imperfect Beauty: Cracking the Code of Kannyu
Discover the history of kannyu, the name of the crackled finish on glazed ceramic, dating as far back as the 10th century.
Crafting with Earth and Fire: An Exclusive Look at Kiln Unloading
Explore how Bizen ware is fired, revealed, and brought to life through earth, fire, and craftsmanship.
The Intricate Artistry of Raden, Mother-of-Pearl Inlays
In the artistic world of Japanese craftsmanship, few techniques are as mesmerizing as raden.
Presenting the Present: The Current Wave of Japanese Craftsmanship
Explore Japan’s new wave of craftsmanship with stunning matcha bowls, glassware, and more made for gifting and collecting.
Experiencing Kintsugi Gold Repair
"Kintsugi" is a Japanese art of repairing broken pottery, glass, lacquerware, and other items with a special type of lacquer.
The Shoza style is a fine and gorgeous style of painting that uses Western-style paints in addition to the traditional Kutani Gosai.
Mokubei is a style characterized by filling blank spaces with calming red pigments.
What is Akae-Kinrande "Eiraku" Style?
Akae-kinrande is a gorgeous, sophisticated, and graceful style of Kutani ware. It has a gold design with a red background.
What is Kutani Yoshidaya Style?
Yoshidaya style’s charm is its use of translucent pigment and delicate painting style, as well as its refined designs.
What is Akae-Saibyo "Iidaya" style?
Akae-saibyo–red dots and lines with intricate detalization–has an eye-catching, detailed beauty.
Discover the bold colors and dynamic brushwork of Ko-Kutani style, the vibrant origin of Kutani ware still admired today.
The Process of Making Kutani Ware
Kutani ware, while its vivid hues and bold patterns set it apart among Japanese ceramics, is produced through many processes.
Six Sustainable Japanese Craft Makers
In this issue, we will introduce six of the manufacturers that are committed to sustainable practices. For a more aesthetic and mindful life, check them out!
About “Rokkoyo” Japanese Six Ancient Kilns
In this issue, we will introduce the characteristics and attractions of the Rokkoyo kilns and the ancient ceramics of each region.
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