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The Sanjo Buddhist Altar Is a Traditional Craft of Niigata Prefecture That Has Been Handed Down in Niigata Since the Edo Period. The Decorative Fittings Handmade by Artisans Are Simply Amazing

The Sanjo Buddhist Altar Is a Traditional Craft of Niigata Prefecture That Has Been Handed Down in Niigata Since the Edo Period. The Decorative Fittings Handmade by Artisans Are Simply Amazing

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Enjoy a Moment of Healing With the Fantastic Lights of Gifu Paper Lanterns from Gifu Prefecture! The Soft Glow of These Lanterns, Handcrafted by Skilled Artisans, Is Popular All Over the World!

Kyoto Is Home to Many Traditional Crafts. The Culture of Masonry Techniques, Handicrafts, and Artisanal Skills of the Kyoto Stone Masons Is a Feast for the Eyes!

Tsubame-Tsuiki Copperware - A Traditional Craft From Niigata Prefecture That's Been Passed Down for More Than 200 Years! Watch as a Plain Iron Plate Becomes a Beautiful Teapot Through Masterful Craftsmanship!

The Appeal of Kumano Brushes, a Traditional Craft of Kumano, Hiroshima That Even Top Make-up Artists Are Paying Attention to! Get a Taste of Japan's Brush Culture, Which Has Been Growing in Popularity Since the Edo Period!

Ise Katagami, a Traditional Craft of Suzuka, Mie Prefecture With a History of More Than 1,000 Years, Is Highly Regarded Around the World for Its Use in Yukata and Kimono

A Close Look at the Raden Craftsmen Who Preserve the Traditional Japanese Craft of Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture. Made of Brightly Colored Seashells, They're Truly Works of Art!

Yamagata Casting Is an Essential Part of Japan's Tea Ceremony Culture. A Quick Look at the Traditional Craft of Yamagata City, Yamagata and How It's Made!

Miyagi Kokeshi Dolls - Learn About the Skills of Traditional Kokeshi Doll Makers From Miyagi Prefecture and their Craft That Has Been Delivering Smiles to Children for Years!

The Inkan – A Crucial Item for All of the Important Events in Your Life, and an Essential Part of Japanese Culture. In This Article, We'll Hear From the Inkan Craftsmen Who Skillfully Carve the Complicated Designs for Inkan!

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The Sanjo Buddhist Altar Is a Traditional Craft of Niigata Prefecture That Has Been Handed Down in Niigata Since the Edo Period. The Decorative Fittings Handmade by Artisans Are Simply Amazing

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Learn about Japan's history with "swords" you can encounter at the Tokyo National Museum in Taito-ku, Tokyo! The history of Japan is engraved in each of the approximately 120,000 objects in the collection displayed in Japan's oldest museum.

Meet the Craftsman That Has Been Crafting Intricate Bunraku Puppet Heads for 40 Years! This Interview With an Awa Deko Ningyo Puppet Maker Will Make You Fall in Love With Ningyo Joruri!

Yoshinosugi goupon made by traditional craftsmen of Okeya Kondo in Kyoto, Japan, is a work of art! A video introduction to crafts from Yoshino-cho, Nara Prefecture, that make sake taste great!

The Beautiful Sound of the Koto: Hear the Entrancing Tones, Born of the Craftsmanship of Master Artisans

Sword Polishing Is a Highly Difficult Type of Craftsmanship for Maintaining Japanese Swords. A Look at the Uncompromising Techniques That Go Into Restoring Japan's Historical Swords

The Gorgeous Carp Streamers of Kazo Saitama; One of the Few Carp Streamer Towns in Japan. The History of These Handmade Crafts and How They're Made!

The Secrets of "Fusuma," a Traditional Craft Indispensable to Japanese Homes! Don’t Miss the Beauty of the Traditional Artwork That Uses Gold and Silver Dust!

Enjoy Japanese Kimono Culture With "Yuki Tsumugi," a Traditional Japanese Craft! The Beautifully Designed and Supremely Comfortable Kimonos, Made by Hand With Time and Care, Are Truly Luxurious!

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Bingata - Traditional Resist Dyeing of Okinawa, Japan, Used to Make Kimono With Breathtaking Designs and Colorful Patterns

The Beautiful Shine of Tamamushi Lacquer Ware Is Sure to Captivate You! The Lacquer Ware, Born in Sendai, Miyagi, Was Made Into the Official Product of the Olympics and It's a Popular Choice for Tourists From Abroad. Come Check It Out!

A Look Inside the World of an Embroiderer Who Revives Memories With His Craftsmanship. A Traditional Japanese Craft Where the Craftsman's Heart and Soul Goes Into Every Single Stitch!

The Graceful Sight of the World-Famous Mount Fuji Can Be Enjoyed From All Over Japan. This Article Will Help You Find a Spot to View Mt. Fuji That’s Just Right for You!

If You're Visiting Nara Prefecture, Then You Don’t Want to Miss Out on the City of Tenri! This City, Full of Rich History, Was Home to the Royal Family Approximately 1,300 Years Ago!

The contrast between cherry blossoms and rape blossoms at Gongendo Tsutsumi in Satte City, Saitama Prefecture was too beautiful! The pink tunnel of 1 kilometer-long senbonzakura cherry blossoms is a spectacular sight!

Gorgeous Scenery and Only 30 Minutes Away From the Center of Tokyo! Beautiful, Fluttering Cherry Blossoms, and Colorful Tulips in Tachikawa's Showa Kinen Park!

Enjoy the Cherry Blossoms of Hozukyo on the Sagano Romantic Train- "Sagano Rich"! On the Classically Designed Sightseeing Train, You Can Experience All Four Seasons While Enjoying the Natural Breeze in Kyoto!

'Dou' or 'The Way' – Learn About Traditional Japanese Cultures and Understand the Spirit of Harmony in Japan Through Ancient Japanese Cultures Like Kendo and Archery!

The Dynamic Eruption of Shinmoedake on Mt. Kirishima. The Invaluable Footage of this Volcanic Eruption in Kagoshima Prefecture Shows the Fury of Nature That Stretches Far Beyond the Human Imagination

Cape Kiritappu - Enjoy a View of Cute Otters Playing in Hokkaido! Observe the Wildlife of Japan at This Popular Sightseeing Location!

A Glimpse at the Day-To-Day Life of Japanese High School Girls! This Popular Video With Over 3 Million Views, Gives Viewers Insight Into the Daily Life of a Japanese High School Girl, Through the Eyes of an International Student

75 Years Later Iwo Jima Still Has Many Scars Left Over From the War. The Fierce Battlefield in Tokyo Tells of Its Tragic Situation Since the War

Video of "Isumi Railway" & "Kominato Railway" in spring crossing Boso Peninsula, Chiba Prefecture! A must-see for photographers! Includes photo spots where you can take pictures of cherry blossoms and rape blossoms at the same time!

【Easy Japanese】A Beginner's Guide on How to Use the Train in Japan – Tickets, IC Cards, Japan Rail Pass, and More!（日本の電車の乗り方を解説！切符、ICカード、ジャパンレールパスの購入方法も紹介！）

Let’s Spin Some Traditional-Style Tops! Learn How to Wrap It, Spin It, and Even Some Cool Tricks!

Kyudo - Traditional Japanese Archery. One Female Archer Shares Her Passion for the Martial Art Used as Both Physical and Mental Training!

A Look at Japan 100 Years Ago - See How Ordinary People Lived Through These Priceless Historical Photos That Teach Us About the Lifestyles of Ordinary People During the Taisho Period and World War I!

Eelpouts - This "Charming" Fish Is a Specialty of Kanazawa, Ishikawa! Full of Gelatin and Collagen, This Fish Is Loved by Women for Its Beauty Properties!

Chidorigafuchi's “Cherry Blossom Festival in Chiyoda” is a cherry blossom viewing spot in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward that attracts 1.3 million visitors! The beautiful cherry blossoms illuminated by lights are a spectacular spot to visit at least once!

Spring Quartet: Enjoy Cherry Blossoms Along the Funakawa River in Toyama! Beautiful Views That Only a Drone Could Capture!

The Small, Cute Japanese Badger! A Look at Their Ecology and Habits!

What Was Life in Tokyo Like Over 100 Years Ago? Find Out With This Rare Footage of Tokyo During the Taisho Period!

Shiba Inu is a dignified and unique breed of dog!Learn about the types, personalities and characteristics through videos!

How to Clean and Dry a Tent After Camping in the Rain! Useful Tips and Appliances for Camping in Japan!

An Impressive View of the First Sunrise of the Year at Mt. Fuji – Helicopter Footage From 4,000 Meters + 5 Spots for Watching the First Sunrise of the Year Over Mt. Fuji

Mt. Yoshino in Nara Prefecture – Experience a Panoramic View of 30,000 Beautiful Cherry Blossoms at One of the Most Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Locations in Japan

Mysterious giant salamander appears in the Kamo River in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture! The ecology of this “living fossil” designated as a special natural monument is introduced!

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