To see officially designated traditional crafts of Japan all in one place, visit the Japan Traditional Craft Center on the first and second floors of Metropolitan Plaza, 1-11-1, Nishi Ikebukuro ...

The Japanese kimono is one of the world’s most iconic traditional item of clothing. It is instantly recognisable, with its simple yet elegant cut, intricate patterns, diverse colours and ...

The hail pattern is a natural fit, as it can often be observed on traditional Japanese cast iron kettles and tea cups. The thermoses will be released on December 21st, and order availability will be ...

'The Art of Japanese Dyeing Patterns' is a small catalog of sorts on tenugui (dyed Japanese cotton towel) maker Kamawanu, and where the book excels is in its photography.

A detail shot of Triptych #3, David Gootnick, Alaskan yellow cedar and redheart on washi paper, 2023 Courtesy of David Gootnick. First emerging in Japan in the Asuka period of about 538 to 710 C.E ...