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Quiet Passion in Every Brushstroke: The Artistry of Satomi  Toshitaka

Quiet Passion in Every Brushstroke: The Artistry of Satomi Toshitaka

Quiet Passion in Every Brushstroke: The Artistry of Satomi  Toshitaka
Art / Craft

Quiet Passion in Every Brushstroke: The Artistry of Satomi Toshitaka

Learn about Satomi Toshitaka, a Mikawachi ware craftsman whose passion and refined brushwork carry centuries of tradition.

The Secret Behind  the Beauty of the Japanese Sword
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The Secret Behind the Beauty of the Japanese Sword

Young swordsmiths in Kyoto revive Japanese katana-making. Discover their craft, tradition, and bold new vision.

The Enigmatic Science of Japanese Climbing Kilns
Art / Craft

The Enigmatic Science of Japanese Climbing Kilns

Enter the fiery heart of noborigama, stepped kilns where flames and ash forge ceramics in a fusion of art and science.

Yamada Yoshiaki: Mastery in Sketching and the Beauty of Blank Space
Art / Craft

Yamada Yoshiaki: Mastery in Sketching and the Beauty of Blank Space

Meet Yamada Yoshiaki, a master of Kutani ware painting whose intricate sketches blend nature's beauty with blank space.

Tsujii Musashi: Crafting Earth's Bounty through Farming and Pottery
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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
Art / Craft

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.

Concept to Clay: The Tailored Tapestry of Hissan Pottery's Shigaraki Ware
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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
Art / Craft

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
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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.

Kosen Kiln's Workshop: A Magical Mystery Tour of Nabeshima Celadon
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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.

Brush Strokes of Tradition: The Maki-e Mastery of Morita Masatoshi
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Brush Strokes of Tradition: The Maki-e Mastery of Morita Masatoshi

We pay a visit to Morita Masatoshi, an artist who has been enchanted by the art of maki-e since for nearly five decades.

The Birth of the Moist Series: Inside Hataman Touen's Workshop
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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.

Exploring Hataman Touen Gallery
Art / Craft

Exploring Hataman Touen Gallery

We visit the Hatamen Touen Gallery and speak with the company's president, Hataishi Shinji.

Visiting Arita City: The Past and Present of Kaiseki Tableware
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Visiting Arita City: The Past and Present of Kaiseki Tableware

Team Musubi went on a historical journey to learn about the main production area of kaiseki tableware, Arita City.

Beneath the Glaze: The Depth and Beauty of Kinzangama's Porcelain
Art / Craft

Beneath the Glaze: The Depth and Beauty of Kinzangama's Porcelain

Gold leaf, fire, and tradition shine in Kinzangama’s porcelain, brought to life by master artisan Yoshita Minori.

Mastering Tradition and Innovation: Art of Aizu Lacquerware
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Mastering Tradition and Innovation: Art of Aizu Lacquerware

An exclusive interview with Aizu lacquerware master, Komatsu Shigeo, discussing the history, the process, and his journey.