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Ryusei Workshop: The Spirit of Edo Meets Modern Expression
This time, I had the pleasure of speaking with Takashi Kamataki (art name: Ryusei) of Ryusei Workshop, a master of Tokyo hand-painted Yuzen. What is “The Three Great Yuzen Styles”? Mr. Kamataki originally loved drawing illustrations, whi... -
Kataoka Byobu Shop: The Third Generation Connecting Tradition to the World
How have you been? This time, I would like to introduce a Japanese cultural artisan: Kataoka Byobu Shop in Sumida City, Tokyo. The Only Folding Screen Shop in Tokyo I had the pleasure of visiting Kataoka Byobu Shop, located near Tokyo Sk... -
Kaku Lacquer Studio: One-of-a-Kind Traditional Craftsmanship
Kaku Lacquer Studio: One-of-a-Kind Traditional Craftsmanship How have you been? This time, I had the pleasure of visiting Kaku Lacquer Studio, run by master artisan Mitsuo Kaku, who creates unique traditional lacquerware. The Value of “O... -
Traditional Motif: Crane
How have you been? Today’s post is a little different in tone… Last week, I returned to my family home in Morioka to help整理 things. The photo shows my parents’ house—about 35 years old, and at the time, it had a slightly modern feel. I... -
Meeting with Japanese Cultural Artisans
Since the beginning of this year, I have had more opportunities to connect with people involved in traditional Japanese culture in my role as a “Japanese Cultural Artisan Promoter.” Recently, we held a Zoom meeting with artisans and supp... -
The First Step Toward Creating a JAPAN Brand
How have you been? As I continue to study traditional Japanese patterns, I have also been sharing related insights and information with all of you. A First Step Toward My Dream Currently, I support personal branding through fashion and d... -
Traditional Pattern: Shippo Tsunagi (Interlocking Circles)
How have you been? As I continue learning about traditional Japanese patterns, I would like to share them with you little by little.Today, I would like to introduce the following pattern: Shippo Tsunagi (Interlocking Circles) Many of you... -
Experiencing Traditional Patterns with Kyo-Karakami: Making a Goshuin Book
Hello, how are you? Recently, I’ve been sharing stories about traditional Japanese patterns.By chance, I came across an experience called“Making a Goshuin book using 100-year-old woodblocks at a Kyo-Karakami workshop.” And before I knew ... -
Traditional Pattern: Asanoha (Hemp Leaf Pattern)
Hello, how are you? As I continue learning about traditional Japanese patterns,I would love to share them with you as well. This time, I would like to introduce the following pattern: Asanoha (Hemp Leaf Pattern) You may have seen this pa... -
Encountering “KATAGAMI Style”
KATAGAMI Style: The Japanese Design the World Fell in Love With I believe it was around 2012 when I first discovered this world. One day, I happened to pass by the Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum,where I noticed a poster for an exhibition ti...