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Bringing the Samurai Back to Life in Modern Times! A Look at the Commitment of the Artisans Who Protect Japan's Historical and Traditional Crafts and the Problems They Face

Bringing the Samurai Back to Life in Modern Times! A Look at the Commitment of the Artisans Who Protect Japan's Historical and Traditional Crafts and the Problems They Face

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Traditional Japanese Crafts: Akita Woodworking. The History and Culture of Japanese Craftsmen Culminate to Create Beautiful Works of Art in Akita Prefecture

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!

Kabazaiku: A Traditional Japanese Woodworking Craft of Utilizing the Most Exquisite Cherry Bark. Each Product Is Hand Crafted by Skilled Artisans, Using All-Natural Ingredients in Akita, Japan

Enshu Onigawara: Traditional Crafts Said to House the Souls of the Demons Themselves! Only the Most Skilled Craftsmen Can Produce Their Soul Piercing Glares. These Master Artisans in Fukuroi, Shizuoka Share Their Thoughts on Enshu Onigawara

Fusuma and Folding Screens Affixed With "Edo Karakami" to Become Works of Art! This Historic Craft, Which Was Used to Write Waka Poetry in the Heian Period, Is Filled With the Japanese Spirit of "Wa"

Traditional Maki-e Lacquerware - Discover the Skills of Master Craftsmen Who Have Cultivated Their Skills Through Years of Hard Work!

Koshu Inden - A Beautiful Craft Using Lacquered Deer Leather. Discover Japanese Culture and Craftsmanship With These Amazing Artisans in Kofu, Yamanashi!

Sumi ink is essential for calligraphy with a history of more than 1,000 years, and video shows the high-quality ink-making techniques of ink artisans in Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture.

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Bringing the Samurai Back to Life in Modern Times! A Look at the Commitment of the Artisans Who Protect Japan's Historical and Traditional Crafts and the Problems They Face

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