What is Traditional Craft?
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We share a variety of information and perspectives on Japanese crafts, including exhibition information and interviews.
Editor's Column “The Path of Japanese Crafts” Part2: Modern Society and Kogei VOL.3
KOGEI Topics VOL.20
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Exhibition • Event Report VOL.27 AD
Jul 16 – Jul 21, 2025
Kyoto Takashimaya
Miyagi
Jul 18 – Jul 24, 2025
Kanegendo
Jul 19 – Jul 27, 2025
TOBETOBEKUSA
Jul 19 – Jul 27, 2025
Bunkindo
Yamanaka lacquerware is made with highly advanced wood-turning techniques that allow us to enjoy the intrinsic charm of the material to the fullest. The beautiful ripples drawn by the grain of the wood further accentuate the beauty of the curves ground by the kijishi (the specialized woodturner craftsman). The “SINAFU” footed dish seems to make the gesture of the person who takes it in hand look elegant and graceful.