Crafts' History

Akama Suzuri

【Akama Suzuri】Where Art and Function Meet in Japanese Calligraphy

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【Kumiko】The Nail-Free Art of Japanese Wood Joinery

【Kumiko】The Nail-Free Art of Japanese Wood Joinery

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【Lost-Wax Casting】Japan’s Timeless Metalworking Tradition

【Lost-Wax Casting】Japan’s Timeless Metalworking Tradition

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【Tanba Ware】Japan’s Ancient Pottery with 800 Years of Tradition

【Tanba Ware】Japan’s Ancient Pottery with 800 Years of Tradition

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【Hiroshima Buddhist Altars】 A Traditional Japanese Craft of Faith and Beauty

【Hiroshima Buddhist Altars】 A Traditional Japanese Craft of Faith and Beauty

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【Orin】From Ancient Rituals to Modern Mindfulness

【Orin】From Ancient Rituals to Modern Mindfulness

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【Mizuhiki】The Traditional Japanese Art of Decorative Knots and Its Modern Evolution

【Mizuhiki】The Traditional Japanese Art of Decorative Knots and Its Modern Evolution

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Handcrafted Japanese Magic Mirror (Makyo) made of polished bronze by Kyoto artisans

【Magic Mirror】History, craftsmanship, and hidden meaning

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Craftsman Interviews

Takuya Nomura

Capturing the Iridescent Ocean: Takuya Nomura’s Geometry of Light | Raden Craft

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Yoshiro Kato

The Architecture of the Seven Treasures: Yoshiro Kato’s Palm-Sized Cosmos | Owari Cloisonne

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Norihiro Miyairi

Whispers of Steel and Fire: The Sovereign Soul of Norihiro Miyairi | Japanese Swords

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Akihisa Yamamoto

Authentic Japanese Traditional Crafts: Kyoto Magic Mirrors | Akihisa Yamamoto

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Master Shigeki Ohta stitching Kyoto tatami mats by hand, showcasing authentic Japanese traditional crafts and precision curated by Suigenkyo.

Inhaling the Earth: The Woven Silence of Shigeki Ohta | Kyoto Tatami Mats

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【Kyo-Sashimono】Interview with Mr. Shimizu

【Kyo-Sashimono】Interview with Mr. Shimizu

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【Kyo-Kuromontsuki-Zome】Interview with Toru Arakawa

【Kyo-Kuromontsuki-Zome】Interview with Toru Arakawa

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【Kyo-Dolls】Interview with Koji Hashimoto

【Kyo-Dolls】Interview with Koji Hashimoto

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Column

Flat Plate / Matte Black / Kiyomizu Ware

What is the Best Gift for Grandparents Day? 3 Meaningful Japanese Gifts to Show Your Love

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Flat Plate / Matte Black / Kiyomizu Ware

What Should I Get for Labor Day? 3 Exceptional Japanese Craft Gifts for the Long Weekend

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Authentic Japanese Calligraphy Brushes

Where Can I Buy Authentic Japanese Calligraphy Brushes with Worldwide Shipping?

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Living legend and Japanese swordsmith Miyairi Norihiro forging an authentic masterwork Katana

Japanese Swordsmith Miyairi Norihiro: Authentic Katanas

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Japanese Matcha Whisk

3 Best Tools for Authentic Japanese Matcha Craftsmanship

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Ichimatsu bangle

3 Best Handcrafted Ichimatsu Pattern Gifts from Japan

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The image of process of making tin cup

3 Best Handcrafted Japanese Drinking Cups for Your Home

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Kyo-Yaki Kiyomizu Ceramics hand writing

Authentic Kyo-Yaki Kiyomizu Ceramics: Top 3 Picks from Kyoto

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