Heritage & Craftsmanship

Heritage & Craftsmanship

Traditional craftsmanship, materials and the masters behind the objects.

Heritage & Craftsmanship

Mino Ceramics: A Global Invitation to Craft

Japan's International Ceramics Competition Mino invites global artists to explore the evolving potential of clay, celebrating a rich heritag

Heritage & Craftsmanship

Soko: Shinchosha's New Craft Gallery in Kagurazaka

Shinchosha transforms its historic Kagurazaka warehouse into 'Soko,' a new art and craft gallery, celebrating 130 years of cultural dedicati

Heritage & Craftsmanship

Sumo: Heritage and Horizon

Sumo, Japan's national sport, deeply rooted in centuries of tradition, finds new vitality and development through its expanding global reach

Heritage & Craftsmanship

Hinomaru: Japan's Enduring Symbol of the Sun

The Hinomaru, Japan's national flag, embodies ancient sun worship and a nuanced history, reflecting purity and integrity through its simple

Heritage & Craftsmanship

Kamakura's Sculptures: Echoes of Samurai Austerity

Kamakura's Buddhist sculptures embody the austere beauty and martial spirit of the samurai era. Discover their powerful realism and enduring

Heritage & Craftsmanship

Kabuki Meets Ghibli: Princess Mononoke on the Stage

Japan's ancient Kabuki theatre embraces Studio Ghibli's 'Princess Mononoke,' forging a powerful new expression of tradition and modernity.

Heritage & Craftsmanship

Sachiko Kazama: A Satirist's Enduring Vision

Sachiko Kazama, a renowned satirist, presents her four-decade spanning art in Hirosaki, Aomori. Her work offers a unique perspective on cont

Heritage & Craftsmanship

The Return of Japan's First Ramen Shop

Asakusa Rairaiken, Japan's first standalone ramen shop, reopens after 50 years, inviting a new generation to experience its historic shoyu b

Heritage & Craftsmanship

Japan's Chroma Bible: A Global Language of Color

Explore 'A Dictionary of Color Combinations,' a Japanese six-volume series from the 1930s that became a global reference for creatives.