Art / Craft

Buyer's Travelog: Gifu, the Birthplace of Mino Ware

Gifu’s Mino ware shines at Hibino Ceramic, where we explored handcrafted donburi bowls and innovative pottery designs.

Behind the Works of Tosen Kiln

Jetez un œil aux œuvres chaleureuses et accueillantes du four Tosen. Nous vous présentons le four, ses caractéristiques et vous proposons quelques mots de Tetsuya Taniguchi.

Singes en prière et lapins en lutte, Choju Giga Picture Scroll

A fine example of a free and joyous world indifferent to the mundane obligations of their days.

The Finest Japanese Crafts Presented at the G7 Hiroshima Summit

At the G7 Hiroshima Summit, which concluded on March 21, Prime Minister presented gifts to the heads of state and their partners as part of their hospitality.

Experiencing Kintsugi Gold Repair

"Kintsugi" is a Japanese art of repairing broken pottery, glass, lacquerware, and other items with a special type of lacquer.

Interview with Mr. Tatsuro Hirota-President of Hirota Glass Co., Ltd (Part 2)

I had the pleasure of sitting down with the fourth president of Hirota Glass, Mr. Tatsuro Hirota, to hear his thoughts.

Discovering Edo Kiriko with Mr. Tatsuro Hirota, President of Hirota Glass Co., Ltd (Part 1)

Entrez dans Hirota Glass et explorez l'artisanat, l'histoire et l'avenir d'Edo Kiriko dans le quartier de Sumida à Tokyo.

Mt. Fuji: Through the Eyes of the Artists of the Past

From poetry to woodblock prints, Mt. Fuji has been the source of inspiration for a variety of artworks over the centuries.

Interview with Nabeshima Ware Artist: Kawasoe Takahiko—Nabeshima Kosen Kiln

Kosen Kiln's medaka rice fIsh series tableware has a charm that grabs your attention as soon as you lay eyes on it.

What is Kutani Shoza Style?

Le style Shoza est un style de peinture raffiné et magnifique qui utilise des peintures de style occidental en plus du Kutani Gosai traditionnel.

What is Kutani Mokubei Style?

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.

Interview with Nakaya Shinichi, Specialist of Kutani Ware - History Part 2

Shin-ichi Nakaya, Director of The Kutani porcelain Art Museum discusses historical stories and painting styles of Kutani ware.

Buyer's Choice: My Memories with Kokeshi Dolls

Today, I'd like to share with you my deep fascination and attachment with beloved kokeshi dolls.

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.