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The Art of Hakone Yosegi Zaiku: Japanese Marque...
Shop authentic Hakone Yosegi Zaiku: traditional Japanese marquetry combining artistry, precision, and elegance in every handcrafted detail.
The Art of Hakone Yosegi Zaiku: Japanese Marque...
Shop authentic Hakone Yosegi Zaiku: traditional Japanese marquetry combining artistry, precision, and elegance in every handcrafted detail.
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Shigaraki Ware: Traditional Japanese Pottery wi...
A Unique Beauty Shaped by Nature and Tradition With a proud history of over 1,300 years, Shigaraki ware is a traditional Japanese pottery celebrated for its rustic elegance and timeless...
Shigaraki Ware: Traditional Japanese Pottery wi...
A Unique Beauty Shaped by Nature and Tradition With a proud history of over 1,300 years, Shigaraki ware is a traditional Japanese pottery celebrated for its rustic elegance and timeless...
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Shigaraki Tanuki: The Lucky Raccoon Dog Statue ...
Have you ever noticed a round, friendly-looking ceramic statue of a Japanese raccoon dog (tanuki) outside a restaurant or on a street corner in Japan? This adorable statue isnโt just...
Shigaraki Tanuki: The Lucky Raccoon Dog Statue ...
Have you ever noticed a round, friendly-looking ceramic statue of a Japanese raccoon dog (tanuki) outside a restaurant or on a street corner in Japan? This adorable statue isnโt just...
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What Is the Difference Between Arita Ware and I...
Learn the key differences between Arita ware and Imari wareโtwo iconic styles of Japanese porcelain. Discover their origins, aesthetics, and historical significance in this guide.
What Is the Difference Between Arita Ware and I...
Learn the key differences between Arita ware and Imari wareโtwo iconic styles of Japanese porcelain. Discover their origins, aesthetics, and historical significance in this guide.
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Kumiko Woodworking: The Art of Japanese Precisi...
What is Kumiko Woodworking? Kumiko woodworking is a form of traditional Japanese woodworking that involves assembling delicately carved wooden pieces into intricate geometric patternsโwithout the use of nails or glue....
Kumiko Woodworking: The Art of Japanese Precisi...
What is Kumiko Woodworking? Kumiko woodworking is a form of traditional Japanese woodworking that involves assembling delicately carved wooden pieces into intricate geometric patternsโwithout the use of nails or glue....
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Kutani Ware (Kutani-yaki)
IntroductionKutani ware is one of Japanโs most distinguished ceramic traditions, admired for its vibrant overglaze enamels and intricate hand-painted designs. A hallmark of this porcelain is the use of five...
Kutani Ware (Kutani-yaki)
IntroductionKutani ware is one of Japanโs most distinguished ceramic traditions, admired for its vibrant overglaze enamels and intricate hand-painted designs. A hallmark of this porcelain is the use of five...
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Japanese Folding Fan (Sensu)
What is a Folding Fan๏ผๆๅญ, โSensuโ๏ผ? As the name implies, a folding fan, or โsensuโ, is a tool that can be folded up or opened and used as a fan....
Japanese Folding Fan (Sensu)
What is a Folding Fan๏ผๆๅญ, โSensuโ๏ผ? As the name implies, a folding fan, or โsensuโ, is a tool that can be folded up or opened and used as a fan....
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Lacquerware (Shikki)
Lacquer and Its Characteristics (Cup Stand from Edo Period (1615โ1868)) Lacquer is a natural resin paint derived from the sap of the lacquer tree trunk, which is a deciduous broadleaf...
Lacquerware (Shikki)
Lacquer and Its Characteristics (Cup Stand from Edo Period (1615โ1868)) Lacquer is a natural resin paint derived from the sap of the lacquer tree trunk, which is a deciduous broadleaf...
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Japanese Pottery and Porcelain (Toujiki)
(https://www.worldhistory.org/image/7791/ancient-japanese-jar/) In Japan, people have used jars, tableware, and vases made from fired clay for centuries. The clay used for ceramics contains quartz, mainly composed of silicic acid. When heated,...
Japanese Pottery and Porcelain (Toujiki)
(https://www.worldhistory.org/image/7791/ancient-japanese-jar/) In Japan, people have used jars, tableware, and vases made from fired clay for centuries. The clay used for ceramics contains quartz, mainly composed of silicic acid. When heated,...
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Kakejiku: Japanese Hanging Scrolls
(Peonies/Seven-Character Quatrain) ย What is a Kakejiku? A โkakejikuโ๏ผๆ่ปธ๏ผ, is a hanging scroll that is traditionally used as indoor decoration. It features paintings or calligraphy mounted on cloth or paper,...
Kakejiku: Japanese Hanging Scrolls
(Peonies/Seven-Character Quatrain) ย What is a Kakejiku? A โkakejikuโ๏ผๆ่ปธ๏ผ, is a hanging scroll that is traditionally used as indoor decoration. It features paintings or calligraphy mounted on cloth or paper,...
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