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Workshop Visit: Behind the Scenes at Baizan Kiln
Step inside Baizan Kiln, makers of Tobe ware with bold blue arabesques. See how they create pieces behind the scenes.
Visiting Kaitakudo Art For Hanging Scrolls
Discover the intricate process behind Kaitakudo Art's hanging scrolls, where every step is done with care and tradition.
An Introduction to Japanese Ceramic Glazes
Explore the history, varieties, and beauty of Japanese ceramic glazes and how they transform pottery into works of art.
Learn about sometsuke, Japan’s blue-and-white porcelain art. Explore its history, regional styles, and techniques.
Washi Paper: A Slice of Nature in Your Hand
A slice of forest and light—washi brings warmth, texture, and tradition into daily life with quiet, lasting beauty.
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
Enter the fiery heart of noborigama, stepped kilns where flames and ash forge ceramics in a fusion of art and science.
The Legacy of the 14th Generation Master at Le Sanpei Kiln
At Le Sanpei Kiln, 14th-generation master Kanagae Sanbei keeps Arita ware’s traditions alive with a rare climbing kiln.
The Art of Plating: Lessons from Rosanjin and Japanese Chefs
Discover how Rosanjin’s philosophy shaped Japanese plating, plus expert tips from Michelin-starred chef Nakajima Sadaharu.
Kyoto Chronicles: Inside the Workshops of Master Potters
Discover Kyoto’s pottery at Tosen Kiln’s vintage glazes and Touan’s revival of the rare yohen tenmoku technique.
The Birth of a Dragon at Tosen Kiln
Learn more about how Tosen Kiln’s artisans revived the rare kyu-gosu pigment to craft bold, hand-painted dragon motifs.
The Art of Community in Higashi-Iwase
Discover Higashi-Iwase’s revival led by Masuda Ryuichiro, turning a once-declining town into a vibrant artists enclave.
Woods Used in Traditional Japanese Crafts
Learn about Japan's finest woods, with insights on their unique properties and many uses in Japanese traditional crafts.
Learn about Hanazume, a Kutani ware style adorned with vivid florals and elegant gold.
The Crafting Secrets of Chawanmushi Bowls
Discover Tasei Kiln's chawanmushi bowls, their seasonal designs, expert craftsmanship, and role in Japanese dining.
De l'écorce à la beauté : les points de vue des artisans Kabazaiku
Step into the workshops of Kabazaiku artisans as they explain the production of Japanese cherry bark craftsmanship.
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