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Tsujii Musashi: Crafting Earth's Bounty through Farming and Pottery
Meet artisan Tsujii Musashi, who incorporates motifs from his farmstead lifestyle into his Mino ware pottery pieces.
Fukushima Reiko: Conveying the Charm of Akae-Saibyo With Modern Sensibilities
Meet Kutani ware artisan Fukushima Reiko, who combines modern styles with traditional red akae-saibyo painting techniques.
Nishikata Ryota: The Passion and Challenges of Tsuiki
Learn about tsuiki from master craftsman Nishikata Ryota, who creates intricate metal pieces in the pursuit of perfection.
Aphotic Restaurant Shines a Light on Traceable Seafood in SF
Discover Chef Peter Hemsley's Aphotic, where traditional Japanese tableware and traceable seafood mesh seamlessly.
My Path with Japanese Cuisine: A Chef’s Tale
Learn about Chef Ricardo Komori's unique journey and how he blends Japanese culinary techniques with Portuguese heritage.
Taka Toshifumi: Bringing All Things Into Balance
Read about Taka Toshifumi's passion for Kutani ware, his family's rich legacy, and his exciting vision for the future.
Concept to Clay: The Tailored Tapestry of Hissan Pottery's Shigaraki Ware
At Hissan Pottery, Ogawa Kimio blends Shigaraki ware's traditions with sustainable craftsmanship and unique glazes.
From Bark to Beauty: Insights from Kabazaiku Artisans
Step into the workshops of Kabazaiku artisans as they explain the production of Japanese cherry bark craftsmanship.
From Tree to Treasure: Cherry Bark Craft From YATSUYANAGI
Learn about kabazaiku, or cherry bark craftsmanship, at Yatsuyanagi, where bark transforms into handcrafted treasures.
Seigado—The Radiant Beauty of Copper
Explore Seigado's studio and discover traditional hand-hammered copperware, with insights on production, design, and more.
Painter of the Northern Seas, Art and Life of Kitamura Takashi
Kutani ware master Kitamura Takashi speaks on his journey and taking inspiration from Edo-period ships and Japan’s seas.
MUSUBI KILN Chado Series: A Journey Through the Chabako Tea Ceremony
Learn about the history, use, and significance of chabako, wooden boxes used to hold tools for Japanese tea ceremonies.
Kosen Kiln's Workshop: A Magical Mystery Tour of Nabeshima Celadon
Explore the traditions and legacy of Nabeshima ware through our interview with Kosen Kiln's master, Kawasoe Takahiko.
MUSUBI KILN Chado Series: A Deep Dive into the Tea Master's Philosophy
Explore the philosophy behind the practice of chado, or the Japanese tea ceremony, with expert Kitajima Ritsuko.
Mitsui Tatsuya: Guardian of Kutani Ware's Eternal Beauty
Mitsui Tatsuya bridges past and present, preserving Kutani ware's legacy through vibrant ko-Kutani overglaze painting.
Reviving Tradition: Kawasoe Takahiko's Vision for Nabeshima Ware
Learn more about Kosen Kiln's celadon ceramics, their esteemed history, and protecting the future of Nabeshima ware.
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