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Video article 2:27
How the World's Thinnest Paper, "Tengu Joshi," Is Made. The Traditional Japanese Craft Used in the National Library and Other Libraries, Is a Work of Art Made by Many Artisans
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The World of Japanese Paper Is Deeper Than You Think This video, titled "Making the Thinnest Sheet of Paper in the World," was released by "Great Big Story." Introducing the characteristics, history, and production process of Tengu Joshi paper, a traditional craft of Kochi prefecture. English subtitles is also included for English-speakers. Japanese paper is a traditional culture of Japan. The process of making a single sheet of paper is filled with various considerations, from the selection of raw materials to the manufacturing process. Tengu Joshi paper made in Kochi prefecture is one of many Japanese papers. We hope that you'll take this video and article as an opportunity to learn about Japanese culture. A Closer Look at Japanese Paper Source :YouTube screenshot As you can see at 0:45 in the video, many people are involved in the making of Tengu Joshi paper. In this video, Mr. Hiroyoshi Chinzai, the president of Hidaka Washi Yugen Co., Ltd, explains about Tengu Joshi. In the video, he says he has a sense of responsibility for manufacturing and is challenging things that no one has before. What is Tengu Joshi Paper? Source :YouTube screenshot Tengu Joshi paper is a special Japanese paper made by Hidaka Washi Co., Ltd. in Kochi Prefecture. The diameter of the raw material, mulberry fiber, is 0.002 mm. It is the thinnest Japanese paper in the world. Tengu Joshi paper weighs 1.6 grams per square meter. A sheet of this amazing paper, at about half the size of a tatami mat, is lighter than two one-yen coins. The Roots of Tengu Joshi Paper Source :YouTube screenshot The knowledge required for the production of Tengu Joshi paper has been passed down from generation to generation, and continues to this day. It is said that the roots of Tengu Joshi paper is not based in Tosa, but in "Usumino" produced in Mino (present-day Gifu prefecture) around the 17th century. Tengu Joshi paper was created in the middle of the Meiji era (1868-1912). At that time, Kochi Prefecture had the production capacity to export wrapping paper, coffee filter paper, typewriter paper to Europe and the United States. In response to the need for rolled products, Hidaka Washi Co., Ltd. began to focus on mechanization and OEM production. The Process of Making Tengu Joshi Paper Source :YouTube screenshot First, "kozo," a type of hybrid mulberry, is purchased from farmers. The mulberry is then boiled to break it into fine fibers. The crushed mulberry is then mixed with water and kneaded to make a sheet. The resulting paper, made up of long fibers is highly transparent, strong, and supple. What is Tengu Joshi Paper Used For? Photo:Tokyo National Museum You might be wondering where Tengu Joshi paper is used. As it turns out, Tengu Joshi paper is used in various places. The National Archives of Japan, the Tokyo National Museum, and the British Museum are just a few examples. The paper is used to repair and protect deteriorated exhibits. The uses of Tengu Joshi Paper are expanding not only in Japan, but also overseas in places such as the United Kingdom. One could say that the paper is a technology recognized around the world. According to Mr. Chinzai Hiroshi, inquiries come from all over the world asking for Japanese paper that to restore exhibits, etc. In order to meet these needs, Tengu Joshi paper has been filled with innovations, such as using only natural fibers and dyeing the paper in colors suited to the object to be restored, during the raw material stage. Tengu Joshi Paper and Other Information Hidaka Washi Co., Ltd. doesn't just produce Tengujo paper either. They also provide thorough aftercare after delivery. One of the reasons why the world trusts them is that they carefully explain how to use their products. Tengu Joshi paper is also sold online, so if you're interested in getting some, considering checking it out. Tengu Joshi Paper Introduction Summary Source :YouTube screenshot Hidaka Washi Co., Ltd., founded in 1949, thoroughly selects the raw materials when making Tengu Joshi Paper. The completed Tengu Joshi paper is useful for national libraries and museums. In fact, you've probably seen it before and just didn't know. As you can see in the video, the world of Japanese paper is deeper than you'd guess. It will be interesting to see what kind of activities Hidaka Washi Co., Ltd., a company that specializes in the production of Japanese paper, will do in the future. 【Official Website】Hidaka Washi Co., Ltd. https://www.hidakawashi.com/ -
Video article 5:50
You’re Now Luffy! Run Around the Open-World of One Piece! Introducing “One Piece World Seeker”, With a Breathtaking Field and Stunning Battle System!
Modern Culture- 107 plays
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Introducing ‘One Piece World Seeker’ This video, titled ‘One Piece World Seeker – Opening Cinematic Trailer | PS4’, was published by ‘PlayStation’ and is a promotional movie for the new game ‘One Piece World Seeker’ which launched in 2019, and is based on the famous manga/anime series One Piece. A large number of popular characters from One Piece are included, and adventure around the in-game world. Seeing as the platform it was released on was the PlayStation 4, the graphics are amazing, and by watching the video, you'll want to give the game a go as well. In this article, we’ll go into some of the details regarding ‘One Piece World Seeker'. What is the popular manga series 'One Piece' all about? Source :YouTube screenshot One Piece is an adventure manga serialized in weekly Shonen Jump by Shueisha, since 1997. As of April 2020, the latest issue is the 96th, and an impressive 470 million paperback copies have been sold in total. The story depicts the nautical adventure romance of the protagonist Monkey D. Luffy travelling around the world to discover the legendary treasure- a single gold piece (a.k.a. One Piece). Friendships and emotional scenes that lead to deep character development with other characters like Zoro Roronoa, and Nami are part of what makes One Piece a great series. It is extremely popular overseas as well, and it has been recognized as ‘the comic book with the most issues published by a single author’ by the Guinness Book of World Records. In 2019, ‘Stampede’, the latest One Piece movie, was shown. The Japanese rock band ‘WANIMA’ played the theme song, and the best voice actors were gathered for it. It is a truly great movie with appearances from countless popular characters from past series'. As of March 2020, it topped 10 billion yen (~$92.7m USD) in box offices worldwide. The newest addition to the One Piece Series- ‘One Piece World Seeker’ Source :YouTube screenshot So what is the latest One Piece videogame, ‘One Piece World Seeker’? ‘One Piece World Seeker’, introduced in the video, is a game launched in 2019 from Bandai Namco Entertainment. It is based on an original story featuring newly-designed characters by Eiichiro Oda, making it irresistible for fans of the series. ‘One Piece World Seeker’ uses the open-world setting where players can adventure around the world freely and put themselves in the shoes of the protagonist Luffy. The refined graphics of the PS4 add to the excitement of adventuring around the world of One Piece. Source :YouTube screenshot In ‘One Piece World Seeker’, players can experience ‘Dramatic open world Action’, while adventuring around as Luffy. In battle, players utilize ‘Luffy Actions’, such as Gomu Gomu no Bazooka, to overwhelm enemies. Skills are easy to use, so anyone, from children to adults, can enjoy this game. In addition, DLC, which adds various episodes to the game, is now available, and you can enjoy the game even after finishing the main storyline. You can check out some of the popular characters in the video, such as Brook from 0:27, Nami from 0:32, and Zoro from 1:46. The newly-released One Piece game in 2020, ‘Pirate Warriors 4’, is another highly rated game from the series and has skyrocketed in popularity. ‘One Piece World Seeker’ wrapped up Source :YouTube screenshot ‘One Piece World Seeker – Opening Cinematic Trailer | PS4’ published by ‘PlayStation’ is a video introducing 'One Piecce World Seeker', one of the latest games from the popular One Piece franchise. It is an open-world game, where you can adventure to your hearts content. Anyone, especially One Piece fans, can enjoy this game! -
Video article 4:26
Banish the Ogres at the "Oni Banishing Ritual" of Iwashimizu Hachimangu in Kyoto! Setsubun Is a Traditional Japanese Festival That Involves Throwing Beans at Demons to Drive Away Evil Spirits, and Has Been Passed Down From Generation to Generation Since Ancient Times in Japan
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Introduction the "Oni Banishing Ritual" Held at the Popular Sightseeing Destination, Iwashimizu Hachimangu in Kyoto "Kyoto Festival: Spring Ogre Purification (Oni Yarai Shinji) [4K]" uploaded by "Discover Kyoto," introduces the "Oni Banishing Ritual" which is held every year at Iwashimizu Hachimangu in Kyoto. Iwashimizu Hachimangu, located in southwest Kyoto (Yawata, Kyoto), a popular sightseeing spot in Japan, is a historical shrine with many highlights. There are ten buildings there, including the grounds of the shrine and the main shrine which have been designated National Treasures, and many National Cultural Properties. It is also one of three great Hachimangu Shrines in Japan. You are able to feel Japan, by just walking around the shrine. This article introduces the Oni Banishing Ritual "Oni Yarai Shinji," a type of Setsubun held every year on the Sunday before February 3rd at Iwashimizu Hachimangu, as well as sightseeing and general Setsubun information. As you can see from 2:24 in the video, beans are thrown at oni while people shout "Oni yaro." After the oni are driven out of the shrine they run away. Finally, fukumame (good luck beans) are thrown into the crowd signifying that the shrine has been cleansed. The video will make you want to perform some oni exorcisms of your own! What's the Event Like? Source :YouTube screenshot The origins of Setsubun derive from "Tsuinashiki," an event to drive off evil spirits on New Year's Eve and at the change of seasons to drive away evil spirits. The common chant you'll hear among onlookers is "Oni wa soto, fuku wa uchi!," (Demons out, fortune in!) while throwing the beans. It's also good luck to eat as many beans as your age. In some areas, it's also common to hang a sardine with its head skewered on a holly branch on your doorstep as a charm and to eat ehomaki while facing the "lucky direction" without speaking. The "Oni Banishing Ritual" is held every year on Sunday before February 3rd at Iwashimizu Hachiman in Kyoto, from 1pm and 2pm. A priest who exorcises evil enters and shoots in all directions with a bow made of peach branches. Next, he uses a sword made of peach branches to strike in all directions, saying "oni yaro!" This can be seen from 0:58 in the video. From there, the standard Japanese red and blue oni with clubs come and shout to scare children. The priest and others stand in front of the main building as the oni try to rush forward, but the beans are thrown at them and they're sent tumbling down the slope over and over again. Eventually, the oni give up and run away. Afterwards, beans in small packages are given to the visitors. You can see the event taking place starting from 1:30 in the video. Sightseeing Information Photo:A priestess holding a Kagura bell To get to the shrine, take the Keihan Line from Kyoto Station, ride about 30 minutes and get off at Iwashimizu Hachimangu Station. From there, transfer to the Otokoyama Cable Car and get off at Hachimangu-sanjo Station at the top of Otokoyama and walk for 5 minutes. You can also walk instead of using the cable car. There are parking areas as well. Summary The video “Kyoto Festival: Spring Oni Purification (Oni Yarai Shinji) [4K]” introduces the "Oni Banishing Ritual" event during Setsubun, held at Iwashimizu Hachimangu. You can learn about Setsubun rituals and beliefs in the video, so be sure to check it out. 【Tripadvisor】Iwashimizu Hachimangu https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1023398-d1901742-Reviews-Iwashimizu_Hachimangu-Yawata_Kyoto_Prefecture_Kinki.html -
Video article 1:00
Experience Japanese Kimono Culture at the Nishijin Textile Center in Kyoto! It's a Must-Visit Spot in Kyoto If You're Looking to Enjoy Traditional Japanese Culture!
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Introducing the Nishijin Textile Center! When it comes to Japanese culture, there are many people who are interested in kimono. If you want to learn more about kimono, definitely check out the video "Nishijin Textile Center / Nishijin Ori Kaikan" (西陣織会館 / Nishijin Ori Kaikan / 京都いいとこ動画), created by "京都いいとこ動画 KyotoiitokoVideo." At the Nishijin Textile Center, you can see documents on traditional Japanese clothing, such as kimonos, as well as experience making and putting on a kimono, and even watch a kimono show. Nishijin Ori Photo:A Nishijin ori obi Nishijin ori is a general term for fiber dyed textiles that have been produced in Kyoto since ancient times. It is said that sericulture and weaving began in Kyoto around the Kofun period (~300 to 538 AD). During the Onin War (1467 to ~1478), the western military camp (西の陣, Nishi no jin) was set up around Kita no Tenmangu Shrine in Kamigyo, Kyoto, so the area came to be called Nishijin (西陣). It is said that after the Onin War, many artisans gathered in Nishijin and built the town of Obechou. Experiences Offered at the Nishijin Textile Center Source :YouTube screenshot Nishijin ori is a high-quality silk fabric, and some of its gorgeous designs, such as Junihitoe, with gold brocade, are absolutely stunning. Inside the Nishijin Textile Center, you can learn about these historic garments through historical exhibits and watch a spectacular kimono show. There is also an area where you can observe a craftsman’s Nishijin ori techniques, which is shown at 0:50 in the video. Starting at 0:13 in the video, you can watch a hand-weaving demonstration of hand-woven scarves, using a loom to weave washable silk. They teach you how to weave a silk scarf, so even beginners can try it out. For those who want to try on a Kyoto-style kimono, we recommend the Maiko experience, where you can have your make-up and dressing done, or the Kimono rental experience and culture school. Buy Nishijin ori Goods Source :YouTube screenshot You can also buy Nishijin textile items at the Nishijin Craft Shop "Kimono no Yakata." Many people buy not just kimono, but also Japanese accessories and interior goods. There are ties, bags and wallets too and they are all fashionable. The shop is introduced at 0:04 in the video. There are traditional shrines, temples and restaurants around Nishijin Textile Center, so we recommend sightseeing around the area as well. Summary of the Nishijin Textile Center Source :YouTube screenshot If you're planning a trip to Kyoto, consider taking your time to enjoy the world of traditional Japanese kimono. There are many attractive sightseeing spots and and hidden gems around Nishijin, so be sure to explore the area. Trying your hand at making Nishijin ori, as shown in the video, will make your trip to Kyoto a memorable one! ◆Information◆ 【Address】414 Tatemonzencho, Kamigyo, Kyoto, Kyoto 602-8216 【Access】A 10 minute walk from Metro Karasuma Line Imadegawa Station, and a 2 minute walk from Kyoto City Bus Horikawa Imadegawa 【Admission Fee】Free 【Parking】Payed parking lot available 【Phone number】075-451-9231 【Notes】Tax can be filed on the sixth floor, exhibition hall 【Official Website】Nishijin Textile Center https://nishijin.or.jp/eng/ 【Tripadvisor】Nishijin Textile Center https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g298564-d321410-Reviews-Nishijin_Textile_Center-Kyoto_Kyoto_Prefecture_Kinki.html -
Video article 4:19
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!
Traditional Crafts- 87 plays
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新潟県燕市が誇る伝統工芸「燕鎚起銅器」 こちらの動画は「伝統工芸 青山スクエア」が公開した「手技TEWAZA「燕鎚起銅器」tsubame hand-hammered copperware/伝統工芸 青山スクエア Japan traditional crafts Aoyama Square」です。 新潟県燕市に200年以上伝わるモノ作りの文化があります。 それがこの動画で紹介されている無形文化財にも指定された燕鎚起銅器(つばめついきどうき)です。 燕鎚起銅器とは、一枚の平らな銅版を槌(つち)で打ち起こし、やかんや急須など立体の成型物にする技術のこと。 槌で打たれた表面は五角形や六角形に似た面を構成し、えもいわれぬ独特な味わいを醸し出します。 注ぎ口の部分まで打ち起こすことができるのが燕鎚起銅器の特徴であり、高度な技術の証でもあるのです。 鎚起技術で作られた伝統工芸品は、年月が経過するにつれて色合いが馴染み、落ち着いた雰囲気になります。 新潟県燕市はこの燕鎚起銅器の唯一の生産地として有名なのです。 この地では燕鎚起銅器は親から子、さらに孫へと伝えられる伝統工芸であり、鎚起銅器の技術が脈々と受け継がる文化でもあります。 創業は文化2年!職人が技術を守り続ける玉川堂 この燕鎚起銅器を製造する店でも老舗にあたるのが、燕市にある玉川堂(ぎょくせんどう)。 創業なんと1816年。和暦では文化2年のことです。 もともとこの地では江戸時代初期から和釘を作っていました。 やがて和釘産業に続き、藩が銅細工の産業を奨励。 弥彦山の銅山開発を背景に、仙台から来た渡り職人が伝えたのが鎚起技術でした。 この技術を代々継承しているのが玉川堂です。 玉川堂の工芸品には、江戸時代から受け継がれてきた職人の業を見ることができるのです。 燕三条はモノ作りの町として有名 玉川堂がある燕市は、燕鎚起銅器の歴史を基盤に発展した日本屈指の金属加工生産地でもあります。 とくに燕三条はモノ作りの町としてのブランドでも有名で、後継者の育成にも力をいれており、金属加工工場の多くで若者の姿が多く見られます。 モノ作りの町を推進する燕市は鎚起銅器の技術を体験できるイベントも開催しています。 燕市観光協会では鎚起銅器の技術を体験できる小皿づくり教室を毎年開催しているので、興味のある人はぜひ200年以上も受け継がれる職人の技巧を追体験してみましょう。 また、燕鎚起銅器は取扱店舗での販売のほか、通販でも入手できますよ。 伝統工芸というと敷居の高い値段を想像してしまいますが、お手軽な価格で販売されている工芸品もあるので、気になる方はお店を覗いてみてはいかがでしょうか。 新潟県燕市が誇る伝統工芸「燕鎚起銅器」 こちらの動画では、一枚の銅版が徐々に湯沸の形へと変貌を遂げる鎚起技術が撮影されています。 その卓越した職人技をぜひご覧ください! -
Video article 9:14
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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日本にわずか数名!武士が大切にした甲冑を守る現代の職人・甲冑師の紹介動画 こちらは「ANA Global Channel」が公開した甲冑師・三浦公法さんへのインタビュー動画「Japanese armor maker/Interview - IS JAPAN COOL? CRAFTSMANSHIP(甲冑師)」です。 現代に受け継がれる芸術品としての甲冑の歴史 かつて武士が合戦で身につけた甲冑。現代では工芸品としての性格が高く、日本刀と並んで国内外のコレクターから人気を集めています。 武士が作り上げてきた甲冑という伝統文化と歴史を受け継ぐのは、今では数名の甲冑師のみとなりました。 甲冑師の仕事とは 現代の甲冑師は歴史的な鎧や兜を修理・製作したり、鎧細工を施したりすることが主な仕事となっています。 そんな匠の技を継承する甲冑師のひとり、三浦公法さんは無形文化財としても認定された職人です。 国宝の復元や、江戸時代に徳川家康から英国ジェームズ一世に贈られた甲冑の修理復元を行うなど、歴史的価値のある作品を手掛けてきました。 新作の甲冑を作る場合、平安時代や鎌倉時代に作られた甲冑をもとに製作します。 すべて手作業なので、納品までに非常に時間がかかり、早くても3年、長くて5年の年月が必要だといわれています。 しかも甲冑に設計図はありません。 鎧細工に使う素材は自ら探し、加工を行うため、匠の技が試させられるのです。 甲冑師は歴史上、戦国時代には「具足師(ぐそくし)」と呼ばれていました。 平安時代には、武士の成立を背景として大鎧が主たる甲冑でありましたが、戦国時代になると、鉄砲の登場を背景に機動性に優れた甲冑である「当世具足(とうせいぐそく)」が誕生しました。 一方で、戦国武将は甲冑に個性あふれるデザインを施し、その奇抜さや迫力を戦場で競い合ったのです。 甲冑師と後継者問題 伝統工芸品の世界で問題になるのが後継者問題。 職人の世界といえば所作の指導や厳しい修行があるため長続きしない人も少なくありません。 しかし中には、日本文化に興味をもって海外から弟子入りする人も増えています。 甲冑師・三浦さんの弟子アンドリューさんもアメリカからやってきました。 端午の節句・五月人形に受け継がれた甲冑の伝統文化 美術品として扱われる甲冑。 現代の私たちが最も身近に見られるのが端午の節句の五月人形です。 その歴史は武士社会の成立にさかのぼります。 端午の節句自体は奈良時代からあったようですが、甲冑を飾る習慣は武士の治世となった江戸時代に端を発します。 武士にとって端午の節句は重要な行事。 この季節に盛りを迎える菖蒲が「尚武(部を重んじる意味)」に繋がることから、邪気を祓い健康を保つと考えられてきました。 このことから男子の健康、ひいては一族の繁栄を願い、武家の家では端午の節句に神社に甲冑を奉納していたのです。 甲冑は武士にとって戦いから身を守る防具という意味だけではなく、病などの災いからも守ってくれるものだったからなのですね。 さて、この五月人形の製作も甲冑師の仕事です。 職人の作風もさまざまですが、五月人形で有名な甲冑師としては、一久、雄山、辰広、龍玉がいます。 有名な流派としては明珍派、春田派があります。 端午の節句には、どんな人形が飾られているか目を向けてみるのもいいですね。 甲冑師の紹介まとめ 戦国時代が好きな人であれば実際に触れたくなるのが甲冑です。 都内には甲冑試着体験を行っているところもあります。 興味のある人は甲冑を身に付けて、当時の武士になりきってみてはいかがでしょうか。 芸術品としての甲冑の価値は高く人気を誇ります。 動画を通じて、甲冑の歴史の奥深さを味わってみてくださいね! -
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Enjoy a Luxurious Stay at Ikaho Onsen, One of Japan's Most Popular Hot Spring Resorts in Gunma! Enjoy a Day of Sightseeing, Looking for Popular Places and Souvenirs That Only a Hot Spring Resort Can Provide!
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Introducing Ikaho Onsen! This video, titled "Ikaho Onsen Promotion (Ikaho Onsen Ryokan Cooperative Association)" (伊香保温泉プロモーション(伊香保温泉旅館協同組合)), uploaded by "Ikaho Onsen Ryokan Cooperative Association" (伊香保温泉旅館協同組合). The video introduces Ikaho Onsen in Gunma Prefecture, in Japan's Kanto region, which has a history dating back roughly 400 years. Stone Steps introduced from 0:32 in the video is a popular site at Ikaho Onsen. There are Japanese inns, hotels, and souvenir stores dotted around the area. Stone Steps is the perfect place to explore Ikaho Onsen. The Highlights and History of Ikaho Onsen Photo:A drinking fountain at Ikaho Onsen, Gunma Prefecture Ikaho Onsen, located in Ikahomachi, Shibukawa, Gunma is one of the most famous hot springs in the prefecture, along with Kusatsu Onsen. Ikaho Onsen was discovered between 1900 and 1300 years ago, and the name can be found in the Manyoshu as well." We recommend stopping by Ikaho Shrine, Kogane no yu, Ougon no Yu Komaguchi, and Ikaho Rotenburo, which can be seen from 1:32 in the video. The Ikaho Ropeway, shown from 2:33 in the video, will take you up to the observatory where you can see the view from the Tokimeki Deck. It's a great way to relax and take in the scenery. Hotels Around Ikaho Onsen Photo:Hot springs at a ryokan Ikaho Onsen is sulfate spring with many hotels and business hotels, such as Hotel Tenbo and Hotel Kogure. There are hotels that provide private rooms with bathrooms and private baths that emphasize barrier-free access. There are also hot springs that can be used for day trips. Popular Locations and Food Around Ikaho Onsen Photo:Kajika Bridge During spring, cherry blossoms can be enjoyed at Shibukawashi Park and Nagamine Park, and in the summer you'll find fresh greenery. As you can see from 2:06, Kajika Bridge is full of nature and the leaves turn to beautiful shades of red and yellow in the fall. You can also enjoy ice skating during winter at Ikaho Ice Rink. We recommend stopping by Art Gallery Toukuro (伊香保陶句郎窯), Ikaho Hoshina Art Museum, and Ikaho Forest Park. You can also enjoy specialty foods such as "Mizusawa udon" which is one of the Japan's top three udon noodles, "Yu-no-Hana Manju," the origin of hot spring buns, Shibukawa's famous sweet "Koganeimo," and "Okkirikomi," a local specialty. Summary of Ikaho Onsen Photo:Ikaho Onsen, Gunma Prefecture As you can see in the video, Ikaho Onsen is full of relaxing scenery. If you're looking for an amazing, yet relaxing holiday, we recommend stopping by Ikaho Onsen. There are other hot springs, such as Akagi Onsen and Onogami Onsen, so we recommend looking up transportation access to these as well. 【Official Website】Shibukawa-Ikaho Onsen Tourism Association https://www.ikaho-kankou.com/en/ 【Tripadvisor】Ikaho Onsen https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1021199-d1424017-Reviews-Ikaho_Onsen-Shibukawa_Gunma_Prefecture_Kanto.html -
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Kijoka Bashofu - Cloth Made From the Japanese Banana Plant. Learn About the Fascinating Traditional Okinawan Craft With Hundreds of Years of History
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Bashofu - A Traditional Craft of Okinawa This video, titled "手技TEWAZA「喜如嘉の芭蕉布」Kijoka Banana fiber Cloth/伝統工芸 青山スクエア Japan traditional crafts Aoyama Square," was released by Japan Traditional Crafts Aoyama. Bashofu is a cloth woven from the fiber of the Japanese banana plant. Most of Bashofu is made in Okinawa Prefecture and the Amami Islands, and in particular, the Kijoka area of Ogimi Village in Okinawa Prefecture is a major production area referred to as "Bashofu no Sato" (lit. "The Village of Bashofu"). The History of Okinawa's Bashofu The origin of Bashofu is not 100% clear, but it is known that it was already being made with advanced technology in Ryukyu by the 16th century. The royalty and warriors of the Ryukyu Kingdom used to wear lavish costumes. Their wives were said to have worn beautiful Bashofu garments. Throughout its long history, Bashofu has continued to be made in Okinawa as we know it today. The handmade bashofu of Kijoka is especially beautiful and the detail of the artisans is absolutely astonishing. Purchasing Traditional Handmade Bashofu It takes a long time to produce traditional Bashofu, so only about 119,000 sq. meters of it are produced each year. However, in order to spread the beautiful texture of Bashofu, efforts are being made to pass on techniques and train successors. Kijoka's Bashofu, known as Okinawa's traditional fabric, is sold as a variety of traditional handicrafts on the island. In addition to traditional kimonos and obis, modern shirts, bags, key chains, tapestries, and other accessories are also available. In addition to buying a kimono, you can also make your own custom-made item using scraps of kimono fabric. Summary of Kijoka-Bashofu As you can see in the video, Okinawa's Kijoka-Bashofu is a beautiful and delicate traditional craft. At the Bashofu Museum in Ogimi Village, you can learn more about the traditional skills and techniques of the artisans who weave Bashofu. When you visit Kijoka, be sure to visit the Bashofu Museum to learn more about one of Okinawa's industries, the traditional Japanese craft of Bashofu! -
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Japanese Whisky Is Highly Regarded Around the World. Popular Manufacturer Suntory Talks About the Secrets to the Deliciousness of 90 Years of Japanese Whiskey
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世界中から高い評価を集める「日本産ウイスキー」、人気の秘密は職人のこだわりにあった! こちらの動画は「ANA Global Channel」が公開した「WHISKY - IS JAPAN COOL? WASHOKU - 和食 (ウイスキー)」です。 近年、ハイボールブームやNHKの連続テレビ小説「マッサン」の放送により、人気に火がついた日本産ウイスキー。 ウイスキーと一言で言っても種類はさまざま。 大きく分けて、スコッチ、アイリッシュ、バーボン、カナディアン、そしてジャパニーズ(日本産)と5種類あります。 たくさんの種類があるウイスキーの中でも日本産のウイスキーの人気は国内にとどまらず、世界中から高い評価を浴びています。 日本産ウイスキーは、注目の高さから入手が困難になっていたり、価格にも大きな差が出ています。日本のウイスキーがこれほどまで高い評価を得るようになったのは、職人の徹底したウイスキーへのこだわりがあったから。 日本のウイスキーの90年の歴史は職人のウイスキーへの情熱の積み重ねでした。 日本の職人のウイスキー造りへのこだわり 日本のウイスキーは「味と香りが素晴らしい」と、国際的なコンテストでもさまざまな賞を受賞しています。 そんな高評価を得ている日本のウイスキーの美味しさの秘訣は、職人のこだわりによるところがとても大きいと言えます。 動画で紹介されているサントリー名誉ブレンダーの輿水精一さんによると、ウイスキーの魅力は、樽で長いこと寝かせる熟成にあり、サントリー「響」は、日本でとれるミズナラの木で作った手作りの樽で原酒を長期熟成させているのです。 このミズナラの樽で原酒を寝かせることで日本のウイスキー独特の香りや味わいが生まれているのです。 木の樽で原酒を熟成させるということが、日本産のウイスキーの特徴を生み出すひとつの要因となっています。 日本産ウイスキー(ジャパニーズウイスキー)の種類 日本国内で作られている日本産ウイスキーにはどのような種類があるのか知らないという方も多いのではないでしょうか? 日本産ウイスキーは主に3つの種類に分けられます。 ・モルトウイスキー 日本産ウイスキーにおけるモルトウイスキーとは、原料に麦芽(モルト)だけを使用した、単式蒸留のウイスキーを指します。 味わいは力強く濃厚です。 ・グレーンウイスキー 日本産ウイスキーにおけるモルトウイスキーは、原料にトウモロコシ、ライ麦などの穀類(グレーン)を使用した連続蒸留のウイスキーを指します。 くせのない飲みやすさが特徴。 職人のこだわりの詰まった日本産ウイスキー紹介まとめ 日本産ウイスキーについてもっと知りたいという人はぜひ動画をご覧ください。 職人のウイスキーへの情熱に触れることで、ウイスキーの深みのある味と香りがさらに美味しく感じられるかもしれません。 -
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Edo Woodblock Printing Was Created by Katsushika Hokusai and Others Who Had a Great Influence on the Art of the World. The Works Created With This Tradition Have Attracted People From All Over the World!
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江戸木版画紹介動画について こちらの動画は「伝統工芸 青山スクエア」が公開した「手技TEWAZA「江戸木版画」EDO MOKUHANGA Woodblock Prints/伝統工芸 青山スクエア Japan traditional crafts Aoyama Square」です。 日本を代表する伝統工芸品の一つがこの動画で紹介されている「江戸木版画」です。 浮世絵は直接布や紙に筆で描かれる事もありますが、有名な作品には木版画が多いのです。 代表的な江戸木版画の作家は葛飾北斎、喜多川歌麿、歌川広重、東洲斎写楽など、いずれも世界の芸術や文化に多大なる影響を与えた偉大な日本のアーティストたちです。 江戸木版画とは 江戸木版画は400年以上の歴史をもつ伝統工芸です。 そしてその名の通り「江戸」で発展した技法です。 江戸時代といえば日本の歴史の中で最も天下泰平が長かった時代と言われています。 平和な世の中で文化や芸術が大きく花開きました。 江戸の町では人気の歌舞伎役者や芝居小屋の役者さんのポスターやブロマイドは飛ぶように売れていたと伝えられています。 そう、このブロマイドやポスターというのが江戸木版画で刷られた浮世絵です。 まだ印刷技術が未発達だった時代に木版画は絵や本を大量生産できる革新的な印刷方法でした。 これは文化的な革命といっても過言ではありません。 このように江戸木版画は江戸時代の重要な産業の一つだったのです。 江戸木版画の歴史 写楽や北斎は当時から絶大な人気のあった絵師ですが、版画浮世絵というのは彼らが一人で作成したわけではありません。 江戸木版画は分業制で、絵師が描いた下絵を元に彫師が木の板に掘り、摺師が一枚の版画絵に仕上げていくのが特徴です。 ともすれば絵師の名前だけが有名になりがちですが、作品の出来を左右するのは彫師と摺師(すりし)の腕だと言われています。 指定された色やパーツごとに彫師が彫刻刀や短刀などの道具で版木を作り、摺師はそれを何度もすり上げてあの繊細な細工が施された芸術作品が生み出されるのです。 江戸木版画紹介まとめ 江戸木版画という文化は日本の伝統工芸の一つですが、現在でもその流れは途切れていません。 こちらの動画で紹介した「高橋工房」さんでは伝統工芸士に指定された絵師、彫師、摺師が後継者の育成を行っています。 また、常設しているギャラリーでは日本が世界に誇る伝統工芸、江戸木版画の魅力をあますところなく体験することができます。 さらに、高橋工房さんでは名所江戸百景や富嶽三十六景など誰もが知るあの名画の復刻版の販売を行っています。 動画にも登場してきた熟練の彫師さんが丹精込めて掘った版木(素材は山桜)を使い、人間国宝の手によって漉かれた和紙へ摺師が魂を込めて刷った最高級の浮世絵名画の数々を、その目と手で実感してみてはいかがでしょうか? -
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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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「三条仏壇」紹介動画について こちらの動画は「匠の手|新潟県伝統的工芸品16品目」が公開した「【三条仏壇】匠の手【五十嵐 考宏】」です。 およそ1分半の動画で、手打ち金具師の手により三条仏壇の飾り金具が作られる様子が映し出されています。 三条仏壇とはどのような仏壇なのでしょうか? 日本文化として世界に誇る、匠の手から生み出される伝統工芸「三条仏壇」についてご覧ください。 「仏都三条」新潟県三条地域の歴史 新潟県のほぼ中央に位置する三条地方。 ここは「仏都三条」と呼ばれるほど仏教文化が栄えた土地です。 その起源は、江戸時代中期には北陸随一とまで言われるほどの堂宇伽藍をもつ東別院が立てられたことに由来します。 大規模な寺院建立に際して、京都から仏師や宮大工、木工職人などさまざまな職人が招かれ、三条の職人も事業に参加しました。 こうして三条の地に浄土真宗が広まり、仏壇や仏具の生産が盛んに。 信濃川の水運にも恵まれ、原料輸送にも事欠かなかったことも大きな要因です。 地の利と、歴史、そして匠の技に裏打ちされ、正統的な宮殿造りと格調高い本漆塗りの金箔押し、そして飾り金具などの細工に定評があることから、三条仏壇は経済産業大臣より伝統的工芸品に指定されました。 三条仏壇の特徴 三条仏壇の作り方は複雑で、その特徴は以下の4点に集約されます。 ・木地は釘を一切使わないほぞ組による組み立て式で作られていること ・「枡組」や「肘木組」を使った本格的な宮殿造り ・数十種類のタガネを使い、飾り金具師の手打ち技法によって加工された手打ち金具 ・塗立(ぬりたて)、梨子地塗(なしじぬり)、木目出し塗といった塗装技術 動画では、飾り金具師の手仕事の工程が0:09よりご覧になれます。 金物町としての伝統工芸都市・新潟県三条市 新潟県の三条地域は、江戸時代から金属加工に特化した金物町としても有名で、その技術が仏壇にも余すところなく伝えられています。 芸術品、美術品の域にまで達した三条仏壇を生産する新潟県三条市は、ドラマ「下町ロケット」の舞台としても有名です。 金属加工産業が江戸時代から発達し、金物職人の技術は世界が認めるほど。 三条仏壇と同じく伝統工芸として、一枚の銅板だけを材料にして茶器や急須を作り出す燕槌起銅器があります。 新潟県三条市は江戸時代以来の伝統文化を今も受け継ぐ街なのですね。 伝統工芸を後世に引き継ぐための後進育成や文化継承にも力を入れており、日常的に金物文化の体験教室が開かれています。 三条仏壇紹介まとめ 新潟県三条市では街をあげてこの技術をもとにさまざまな商品を開発しています。 とくに調理器具やカトラリー、銀食器は有名で、三条の職人の技法を集めたおすすめの作品や伝統工芸品がたくさんあります。 自宅用に、また友人・知人へのプレゼントにもうってつけ。 お土産として手頃な値段の商品もあるので、新潟県三条市を訪れた際は、仏教文化が盛んな土地柄であることや、金物町としての伝統工芸品があることを思い出し、ぜひお土産屋さんを覗いてみてくださいね。 -
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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
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伝統工芸品「伊勢形紙」紹介動画について こちらの動画は「伝統工芸 青山スクエア」が公開した「手技TEWAZA「伊勢形紙」Ise-katagami Paper Stencil/伝統工芸 青山スクエア Japan traditional crafts Aoyama Square」です。 伊勢形紙(いせかたがみ)は、型染めに用いられる型紙です。 古くから伊勢(三重県鈴鹿市)で作られ、現在でも流通している90%以上の伊勢形紙はこの地域で生産されています。 伊勢形紙は1955年に、文化財保護法に基づき工芸技術としての重要無形文化財に指定され、6名の職人が重要無形文化財保持者(人間国宝)として認定されました。 1983年には通産省の伝統的工芸品の指定も受けています。 日本の伝統工芸品である伊勢形紙とは 伊勢形紙は、柿渋で張り合わせて補強した美濃和紙を台紙にし、文様や図柄を彫刻刀で丹念に彫り抜いたものです。 職人が彫刻刀による手彫りで図柄を彫り抜いて作りあげる独特の風合いが魅力です。 千有余年の歴史を誇る伊勢形紙は、古くから友禅や小紋、浴衣など着物の文様の型染めに用いられてきました。 図柄の芸術性が再評価され、現在は着物の染色のみならず生活に密着した日用品などにも使用されるようになっています。 例えば襖・障子などの室内装飾やLED照明にも応用されるなど伊勢形紙の新しい取り組みに注目が集まっています。 さらに団扇、扇子、しおりなどの和小物は連日多くの外国人観光客がお土産品として買い求めています。 日本の伝統工芸品である伊勢形紙の制作工程 繊細で美しい文様で世界的に高く評価されている伊勢形紙ですが、型紙を作るには高度な技法と根気が必要です。 動画でご覧になれる制作工程を簡単に説明すると、まず最初は型地紙づくりです。 美濃和紙を柿渋でベニヤ状に張り合わせ、天日乾燥と室枯らし(燻烟)を繰り返します。 ここまで延べ40日ほどかけて作られます。 出来上がった紙を選別後、2、3カ月~1年間、寸法を安定させるために寝かせます。 出来上がった伊勢形紙は染型紙として用いられ、細かい刃先の彫刻刀で精巧微細な図柄を彫っていきます。 色や素材の使い方しだいで、職人の技法とデザインセンスが光る作品が生まれるのです。 日本の伝統工芸品である伊勢形紙紹介まとめ 残念なことに着物の需要の減少によって伊勢形紙業者は縮小傾向にあり、技術保存会などが用意された型紙に彫っていく1日体験コースや、本格的な伊勢形紙の技術が学べる弟子入りコースなど優れた技術を後世に伝えようと様々な工夫をしています。 その反面、手仕事から生まれる美しい模様の伊勢形紙は日本文化の象徴、また伝統工芸品として外国人旅行客に好まれています。 伊勢形紙はこれからも美術伝統工芸品として高く評価され、人々を魅了し続けることでしょう。 -
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The Hanezu Odori Is a Dance Based on the Love Story of One of the World's Three Most Beautiful Women, Ono No Komachi. Enjoy the Graceful and Beautiful Dance While Learning About Japanese History!
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京都の随心院で開催される「はねず踊り」の動画について 「Discover Kyoto」が公開した「Kyoto Festival: Young Japanese Girls Dancing at Zuishin-in Temple (Hanezu Odori)」では、小野小町の恋物語を題材にした「はねず踊り」を紹介しています。 京都府京都市山科区にある随心院で開催される「はねず踊り」の優雅な舞の映像や、「はねず踊り」の歴史を解説されている、とても興味深い内容となっています。 こちら記事では、京都の随心院で開催される小野小町を題材にした「はねず踊り」の魅力や歴史を動画と共に紹介します。 京都の随心院で開催される「はねず踊り」とは? 京都府京都市山科区の随心院で開催される日本の「はねず踊り」は、小野小町と深草少将との恋物語(百夜通い)を題材にした踊りです。 毎年3月の最終日曜日に開催されています。 三味線や太鼓などの日本の伝統楽器を使ったゆったりした音楽に合わせて、「はねず踊り」を踊ります。 着物の衣装で踊る姿はとても美しく、見るものを魅了します。 ほかにも、今様という平安時代の身分が高い人が踊る舞もありますよ。 日本の「はねず踊り」の題材になっている小野小町には、さまざまな伝説があります。 世界三大美人と言えば、クレオパトラ、楊貴妃、小野小町です。 日本の小野小町は美人で頭が良かったと言われており、深草少将に求愛されていました。 日本の「はねず踊り」の前日には奉納舞が行われます。 随心院の仏様に踊りを奉納する儀式です。 また、随心院では毎年「ミス小野小町コンテスト」が開催され、3人が選ばれます。 選ばれた3人は、「はねず踊り」を始め、随心院のイベントのお手伝いをします。 京都の随心院の見どころは美しい梅園です。 梅の木が約230本植えられており、薄紅色の奇麗な花はとても美しいです。 京都の随心院で開催される「はねず踊り」の情報 京都の随心院で開催される日本の「はねず踊り」は、2018年は約1,800人の方々が訪れました。 「京都市営地下鉄小野駅」から徒歩5分で駐車場も完備されているので、交通アクセスは良好です。 真言宗善通寺派の随心院の本尊は、如意輪観音です。 木造阿弥陀如来坐像や木造金剛薩埵坐像といった日本の重要文化財もご覧になることができます。 また、小野小町のイラストが入った御朱印を貰うことができます。 京都の随心院には「はねず踊り」以外にも、見どころがたくさんあるので気になる方は観光してみてください! 京都の随心院で開催される「はねず踊り」の紹介記事のまとめ 小野小町の恋物語を題材にした京都の「はねず踊り」。 優雅な美しい舞を楽しむのはもちろん、京都の随心院の境内も魅力たっぷりとお楽しみください。 -
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For Those Looking to Make Great Sushi at Home! A Brightly Colored Seaweed Roll Recipe!
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This video, titled "[Recipe] Japanese Traditional Sushi "Ehomaki" #8," was released by "Gucci Fufuu's 'What Are We Eating Today?'" (ぐっち夫婦の今日なにたべよう?). This is a recipe for a variety of seaweed rolls with a mix of ingredients including tuna, salmon, and eggs. It's under 5 minutes long, so if you're feeling like making sushi at home, you should definitely give this video a try! It features Japanese and English notes to make each step of the process easier to understand. The preparation process is also easy to understand. It also shows how to serve it at 4:20, so if you're learning how to serve food, consider checking it out! -
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The Omiya Bonsai Art Museum - Enjoy the Beauty of Bonsai and Listen to the Stories of the Museum Staff as They Talk About Bonsai!
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This video is titled "1000 Year Old Japanese Bonsai Tree Adventure ★ ONLY in JAPAN." It was released by "WAO RYU!ONLY in JAPAN." The video introduces the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture. The Omiya Bonsai Art Museum has more than 1000 bonsai trees on display. At 2:00 in the video, you can see an interview with a staff member of the museum as well. Be sure to check out the beautiful bonsai featured in the video! -
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Wreck Diving Down to the Wreck of the Shirahama Shipwreck in Wakayama. The Ship Sitting at the Bottom of the Sea Home to a Variety of Marine Life
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This video, titled "WreckDiving~Shirahama Shipwreck~ -Spring 2020-" (WreckDiving~白浜沈船~ -2020春-), was released by published by "Pro Diver Cati's Sea Channel" (プロダイバーCatiの海チャンネル). The artifacts sunk to the sea become the perfect home for sea creatures. The Shirahama Shipwreck is one of them, and a variety of fish have come to live there. In the town of Shirahama, Wakayama, a 31-meter long ship sank at a depth of 18 meters. The Shirahama Shipwreck was originally intended as a wreck point, and the ship was artificially sunk. The video shows what the wreck looks like. Around the wreck, you can find scorpionfish, cardinalfish, white sea slugs, red Lionfish, flounders, groupers, moray, and a great variety of creatures living around the shipwreck. -
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Roasting Tianjin Sweet Chestnuts Requires a Lot of Time and Effort but the Result Is Delicious! These Beautiful, Glossy Chestnuts Are a Traditional Food Loved by the Japanese People!
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Introducing the Tianjin Sweet Chestnut video This video, titled "Making the Best Sweet Chestnut "AMAGURI" at Kyoto! Japanese Street food, Craftsmanship, Gourmet!," was created by "DELI BALI." This video introduces the sweet chestnut store "Hayashi Monshodo" (林万昌堂) which has been in business since 1874. Hayashi Monshodo is located at the entrance to Shinkyogoku (新京極) in central Kyoto (京都府, kyoutofu). As you can see in the video, a huge amount of chestnuts are roasted here every day. Tianjin Sweet Chestnuts have become a famous soul food of Kyoto. Enjoy watching learning more about Tianjin Sweet Chestnuts in the video. More About Tianjin Sweet Chestnuts Photo:Tianjin Sweet Chestnuts Tianjin Sweet Chestnuts are made from chestnuts of the Chinese Chestnut tree (シナグリ, shinaguri) (scientific name Castanea mollissima), a deciduous tree native to China. Since the astringent bark is not attached to the edible part with tannin like the Japanese chestnut, it's easy to peel off the roasted part with one's hands or utensils. Li Jinzhang (李金章) and Kunijiro Kuki (九鬼国次郎) opened Japan's first sweet chestnut store "Kanemasuya" on November 3rd, 1910 in Asakusa's Nakamise Shopping Street (浅草の仲見世). Chinese chestnuts were originally only grown in China, however, selectively bred species, which differ from the original Chinese variety, are now being grown in both Kochi Prefecture (高知県, kouchiken) and Gifu prefecture (岐阜県, gifuken). These chestnuts are highly disease resistant, much like the Japanese chestnut, and hybrids are currently being created with American and European species to improve their resistance to disease and pests. How Tianjin Sweet Chestnuts Are Made Photo:Tianjin Sweet Chestnuts The process for making Tianjin Sweet Chestnuts is as follows. 1. Roasting From 0:28 in the video, you can see a huge amount of chestnuts being roasted together. They are mixed constantly with river pebbles until they become soft. The river pebbles are great conductors of heat which helps maintain the plumpness of the chestnuts throughout roasting. 2. Sorting From 0:56 in the video, you can see the chestnuts being sorted. Poor quality chestnuts are removed and discarded. This is all done by hand and requires a lot of knowledge and experience to know what to look for. The chestnuts are roasted carefully, with roasting time and methods being adjusted as needed. Once the chestnuts are fully roasted, mizuame is added. The sugar caramelizes producing a beautiful aroma. 3. Inspection From 3:53 in the video, you can see the chestnuts being checked to see how much longer they need to be cooked. The fully roasted chestnuts are separated from the hot river pebbles using a sieve. 4. Sorting From 6:00 in the video, you can see the fully roasted chestnuts being sorted. Small or poor quality chestnuts are removed during this stage. 5. Brushing From 6:38 in the video, you can see the chestnuts being brushed. This process produces a glossy finish. Once this process is complete, the chestnuts are ready to be packaged and sold. 6. Completion From 7:47 in the video, you can see the chestnuts as they're packaged and then lined up in the store ready to be sold. Summary of Hayashi Manshodo's Tianjin Sweet Chesnuts Photo:Shelled sweet chestnuts Tianjin Sweet Chestnuts are fun to peel and delicious to eat! We hope you enjoyed watching the video and learning more about how Tianjin Sweet Chestnuts are made! Tianjin Sweet Chestnuts are higher in calories than Japanese chestnuts, high in fiber, and very filling, making them a very popular snack. If you are interested in trying these sweet, freshly baked chestnuts, they can also be purchased online, so be sure to check out Hayashi Manshodo's website! 【Official Website】Hayashi Manshodo - A Long Established Chestnut Shop https://www.hayashi-mansyodo.jp/en/ -
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Nodahama Is a Popular Diving Spot on Izu Oshima Island! The Arches Made of Lava Rock Look Like an Underwater Ruin!
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This video is titled " [ 4K Ultra HD ] 伊豆大島(1) 野田浜アーチ Nodahama-Beach,Izu-Oshima Island,TOKYO. (Shot on RED EPIC)." It was released by "AQUA Geo Graphic." Izu's Oshima Island has been recognized as a Japanese Geopark. Among the many beaches of Izu Oshima Island, Nodahama, located in the northwest, is a particularly unique dive site. Because Izu Oshima is a volcanic island, lava flowing into the sea formed undersea arches, making it one of the few geo-sites in the world. The breathtaking formations attract a wide variety of marine life and many schools of fish can be observed here. The video shows the arches made by the lava flowing from Nodahama and the schools of fish that gather there. Enjoy the scenery of the ocean floor, which looks like the remains of an ancient civilization sunk into the sea! -
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Yakushiji Temple in Nara Prefecture - Registered as a World Heritage Site Under "Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara," the Temple Is Also Known as a Power Spot To Pray for Good Health!
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Yakushiji Temple in Nara Prefecture This video, titled "[World Heritage] Yakushi-ji Temple/Hosso Sect Head Temple - Yakushi-ji Temple in NARA, JAPAN –" (【世界遺産】薬師寺/法相宗大本山 - Yakushiji Temple in NARA, JAPAN -), was released by "channel WASABI" The video introduces "Yakushiji Temple," located in Nishinokyo, Nara City, Nara prefecture. Yakushiji Temple is one of the Nanto Shichi Daiji (seven great temples of the southern capital (Nara)) and is an old temple that represents the long history of Japan. It is well known for the main hall, which enshrines the deity that the temple worships, as well as the "Yakushiji-style Garan Building Layout," which has 2 pagodas in the east and the west. The main hall can be seen from 1:26 in the video. In 1998, it was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site under "Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara." In addition, 9 national treasures and 26 important cultural properties are enshrined at Yakushiji Temple. In this article, we'll introduce the history of and tourist information for Yakushiji Temple in Nishinokyo, Nara City, Nara Prefecture. A Closer Look at Yakushiji Temple in Nara City, Nara Prefecture Photo:Yakushiji Temple, Nara Prefecture It is said that Yakushiji Temple was opened in 680 in Nishikyo, Nara city, Nara prefecture so that Emperor Tenmu could pray for his empress' health. During the Asuka era (around 592-710), the Hosso sect of Buddhism was brought to Japan by Xuanzang. The Hosso sect is one of the "Nanto Rokushu" (Six Schools of Nara Buddhism) and is the oldest surviving sect in Japan. Yakushiji Temple was built after the transfer of the capital to Heijo-kyo, but since there was a Yakushiji Temple with the same name in Kashihara City before that, there was a "Yakushiji Temple Controversy" concerning the relationship between the two temples. Throughout the long history of Yakushiji Temple, halls, such as the Kondo (main hall), West Pagoda, and Daikodo Hall (large hall) have been burnt down, and the East Pagoda, a national treasure that can be seen from 1:43 in the video, is the only thing that remains from when it was originally constructed during the Nara period (710-794). When the East Pagoda was repaired, a highly durable 1,000-year-old Japanese nail made of iron sand was discovered and is now displayed at Yakushiji Temple. Highlights of Yakushiji Temple Photo:Yakushiji Temple, Nara Prefecture This video introduces the temple towers of Yakushiji Temple. The first to be introduced is, Yasumigaoka Hachimangu, an important cultural property located in the southernmost part of the compound. From there, the Kondo (main hall), located in the back of the central gate, is shown. The Kondo is a building where the statues of the main deities, the Yakushi Triad, are enshrined, and the elegant building "Ryugu-zukuri" was rebuilt in 1976. Next, the West Pagoda and the East Pagoda, both national treasures, are introduced. Following that, from 1:55, you can see Daikodo Hall, Jikido Hall, Kyoraku-mon Gate (North Gate), the Genjo Sanzoin Complex, the Genjo Pagoda, and Fudo Hall. Tourist Information for Yakushiji Temple Yakushiji Temple is conveniently located just a 1-minute walk from Kintetsu Nishinokyo Station. There is also a parking lot so you can visit by car as well. Hours for Yakushiji Temple are from 8 AM to 5 PM and admission is ¥1,100 for adults. Regular rituals and festivals organized by Yakushiji Temple are held as events. Also, there is a sutra-copying dojo where you can calm your mind and reexamine your mind's present state through a sutra-copying experience. In addition, you can get a shuin stamp and amulets at Daikodo Hall. Summary of Yakushiji Temple Photo:Yakushiji Temple, Nara Prefecture This video, "[World Heritage] Yakushi-ji Temple/Hosso Sect Head Temple - Yakushi-ji Temple in NARA, JAPAN –," introduces Yakushiji Temple, a popular tourist destination in Nara City, Nara Prefecture. You can feel the divine blessings of Yakushiji Temple, which is also known as a power spot to pray for health, so be sure to check out the video if you still haven't yet! Also, consider adding Yakushiji Temple to your itinerary during your next trip to Japan! 【Official Website】Yakushiji Temple Official Website https://www.yakushiji.or.jp/en/ 【Tripadvisor】Yakushiji Temple https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g298198-d319881-Reviews-Yakushi_ji_Temple-Nara_Nara_Prefecture_Kinki.html -
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A True Samurai of Our Time! Watch as He Sets a New Guiness World Record!
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ギネス世界記録に挑戦!刀でイグサを切りまくる動画紹介 こちらの動画は「ギネス世界記録 公式チャンネル」が公開した「尋常じゃない動き!武道家の達人が、刀でイグサを切りまくる【ギネス世界記録】」です。 日本伝統の文化は今も尚さまざまな形で根付いています。 武道家としての道を究めた人の持つ技術は神業と呼ばれることもあります。 今回は日本刀でイグサをひたすら斬る動画を紹介します。 ギネス世界記録に挑戦!刀でイグサを切りまくる動画とは 動画で紹介されている日本を代表する居合術家の町井勲(マチイイサオ)が日本刀を用いてひたすら猛スピードでイグサを斬る動画です。 実際の居合術の様子だけでなく、町井勲のインタビューとギネス世界記録を樹立した瞬間が収められています。 世界記録を保持している武道家はどれほどすごいのか知りたい方にうってつけの動画です。 町井勲が達成したギネス世界記録は日本刀を用いた1分間速斬りの最多数。動画内の記録は87太刀です。 町井勲とはどのような人物なのか 町井勲は修心流居合術兵法創始者。 平成のサムライと呼ばれ、6つのギネス世界記録を達成したことでも有名です。 2005年に居合術道場「修心館」を開設しています。 また『最強のすすめ ~日本刀が教えてくれた日本人の生き方~』という著書をはじめ、修心流居合術兵法の初歩に関するDVDを発売するなど日本伝統の居合術を広めるために精力的に活動していることでも有名。 町井勲が樹立したその他の世界記録 町井勲は1分間速斬りの最多数の他に樹立したギネス世界記録は ・据斬 ・3分間速斬り ・最速テニスボール居合斬り ・6ミリBB弾居合斬り ・千本斬り の5つになります。 日本刀1本で世界記録をいくつも達成する神業は想像以上の努力と才能が必要です。 ギネス世界記録に挑戦!刀でイグサを切りまくる動画紹介まとめ 日本伝統の文化の1つである侍や居合術。 今回紹介した動画は世界記録を達成した日本の武道家の凄技が収められています。 この記事を通して日本伝統の文化や歴史などを学びたい、触れてみたいと感じていただけたら幸いです。 -
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Beat the Heat With a Wearable Air Conditioner! A Look at Sony's REON POCKET 3, and 3 Useful Products From Workman and More
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The REON POCKET 3, a Wearable Air Conditioner: Video Introduction This video, titled "[Official] REON POCKET 3 Wearable Air Conditioner" (【公式】REON POCKET 3(レオンポケット 3)ウェアラブルサーモデバイス), was uploaded by "First Flight JP." In recent years, air-conditioned clothing has been catching on among construction sites, where extreme heat can sometimes be fatal, and companies are focusing their efforts on measures to prevent heat stroke. In April 2022, Sony launched its latest model of wearable air conditioners. The product has also started to catch on among office workers as well. Check out the video to see what the REON POCKET 3 wearable air conditioner looks like. The REON POCKET 3's Peltier Device Technology Source :YouTube screenshot Sony's REON POCKET 3 wearable air conditioner, which is currently attracting a lot of attention, utilizes a Peltier device (a semiconductor module that cools one side and warms the other as electricity is passed through it). It is a new wearable thermo-device that can directly cool or heat what it comes into contact with, and has succeeded in increasing cooling efficiency by incorporating a new thermo-engine and heat dissipation mechanism. Features include smart cooling and longer operation times compared to conventional products. As the product is a wearable air conditioner, a special shirt is sold with it, which features a pocket at the back of the neck. The wearable air conditioner can also be worn around the neck without a special shirt by using a special neck band. The REON POCKET 3: How it Works & Pricing Source :YouTube screenshot The REON POCKET 3 wearable air conditioner automatically starts cooling/heating by simply placing it around your neck, and automatically turns off when removed. In addition, by registering your personal preferences via the app, the device automatically adjusts heating/cooling to your liking. Furthermore, the device features five sensors that detect temperature and activity, and adjust temperature accordingly. The price of the REON POCKET 3 wearable air conditioner goes for 14,850 yen (~$110). Other prices include: Special inner wear (1,980 yen), specialized shirt (7,700 yen), special neck band (1,430 - 1,980 yen). Workman, Fujitsu General, and Kuraray - Three More Wearable Air Conditioners Photo:Air conditioned clothing Sony isn't the only manufacturer of wearable air conditioners. Here are three more popular Japanese brands with useful products. [Workman] Air-conditioned Clothing This product pioneered the use of air-conditioned clothing. By sending air through the clothes, sweat is evaporated and the body is cooled, making the wearer more comfortable. Although these products are mainly worn at construction sites, Workman's products are also popular because they are highly fashionable. The vest type is particularly easy to move in and is drawing attention as a heat-protection product for summer camps. [Fujitsu General] Cómodo gear Like the REON POCKET 3, Cómodo gear is a wearable air conditioner that can be used for cooling or heating. This product is wrapped directly around the neck and cools the carotid arteries to provide a cooling sensation. The product is available for rental to companies, but is not available for individual rental. [Kuraray] Electronically Controlled Heating and Cooling Jacket This is another product developed by Kuraray as a wearable air conditioner that can be used for cooling and heating. The jacket is currently being sold on a trial basis since the summer of 2020, and is expected to be used for outdoor work and as sportswear. Summary of Wearable Air Conditioners, a Device for Children and Adults Alike The wearable air conditioner developed and marketed by Sony is lighter and quieter than the air-conditioned suits that have been popular in Japan in recent years, and has received rave reviews on Amazon and other sites. Its compact design and low profile make it a heat stroke countermeasure for women, children, and the elderly, and it's sure to become a popular product. The innovation and stylish design of the product may also attract younger audiences as a product likely to appear on websites like Instagram. The wearable air conditioner is now attracting attention as cutting-edge technology. It's sure to become a valuable weapon for office workers working hard during the summer heat. -
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A Field of Pampas Grass in Sengokuhara in 4K Video! A Glimpse at the Beauty of Autumn in Kanagawa + Nearby Attractions, Lunch, and More!
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The Pampas Grass Field of Sengokuhara: Video Introduction This video, titled "Sengokuhara Pampas Grass Field - Kanagawa - 4K Ultra HD" (Sengokuhara Pampas Grass Field - Kanagawa - 仙石原すすき草原 - 4K Ultra HD), was uploaded by "TokyoStreetView - Japan The Beautiful." Enjoy the beautiful 4K visuals and the sound of pampas grass swaying in the wind as if you were standing in the pampas grass field of Sengokuhara. Sengokuhara – A Famous Place for Viewing Pampas Grass in Hakone, Kanagawa Photo:The pampas grass field of Sengokuhara, Hakone The pampas grass field of Sengokuhara is located on Mt. Hakone in Kanagawa Prefecture, in Japan's Kanto region. It is one of the "Top 50 Scenic Spots in Kanagawa" and "Top 100 Places to View Flowers in Kanagawa," and is well known for its pampas grass. At the foot of Mt. Daigatake, which was formed by the eruption of Mt. Hakone, lies a field of pampas grass, and in autumn, visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery of golden plumes rippling in the wind. The fantastic scenery of the Sengokuhara pampas grass field has attracted a lot of attention and draws a large number of tourists every year. The Field of Pampas Grass in Hakone – When to See the Breathtaking Autumnal Scenery Photo:The walking path through the pampas grass field of Sengokuhara, Hakone The golden pampas grass in the field in Sengokuhara is at its best from late September to early November. The lush green tips of pampas grass turn a silvery-white, and as autumn deepens, the tips open up and turn a pale golden color. The beautiful golden color of the pampas grass field, which can only be seen during autumn in Japan, is a distinctive sight of autumn in Hakone. The main walking route for the pampas grass field is to go straight along the path and back, which takes about 30 minutes round-trip. The path through the grassy field is great for taking photos as well. [Video] 0:05 - Sengokuhara Pampas Grass Field Walking Path At the midpoint of the path, visitors can enjoy a lovely collaboration of mountains and the soft tips of the pampas grass. The view from the small hill in the middle of the path is another nice spot, perfect for taking pictures. The best times to visit are in the morning and at dusk, when there are few people around. The photogenic golden pampas grass glistening in the sunlight and the setting sun are guaranteed to be make for awesome photos for Instagrammers and photographers alike. The Pampas Grass Field of Sengokuhara During Summer Sengokuhara's pampas grass field is of course famous for its pampas grass in autumn, but other seasons also have their own unique charms. In early summer, around June, visitors can enjoy the lush green landscape of the meadow that has grown back after the annual burn in the spring. The sight of the newly sprouted green pampas grass swaying in the wind is a different aesthetic than that of autumn. The green pampas grass and blue skies are a perfect contrast, and photographers/Instagrammers can take some delightful photos during this time as well. Spring at Sengokuhara – A Fiery Event on the Pampas Grass Field In the pampas grass field of Sengokuhara, an event called Yamayaki is held from mid to late March every year. Yamayaki, meaning "Mountain burning," is an annual event to maintain the pampas grass field. By burning the dead grass, it prevents the growth of weeds in the field and helps to return the meadow to its youthful appearance. The event is held in the mild spring weather, and spectator seating is available as well. The crackling fire and the intense heat are definitely worth a trip to Hakone. How to Get to Sengokuhara's Pampas Grass Field + Parking & Lunch Photo:Hakone-Yumoto Station To get to Sengokuhara's pampas grass field, take the Hakone Tozan Bus bound for Togendai from Hakone-Yumoto Station and get off at Sengokogen (~30 mins). If going by car, free parking and paid parking are available in the immediate vicinity of the pampas grass field. A temporary free parking lot is also available from September 1 to November 30 every year during the pampas grass' peak viewing period. For lunch, we recommend trying the soba restaurant Hoshinoan (そば処 穂し乃庵, Soba-dokoro Hoshinoan) by the Sengokuhara pampas grass field. In the midst of the refreshing pampas grass field, you can enjoy the seasonal flavors and unique dishes made from the best ingredients while gazing out at the field of pampas grass. Summary of Sengokuhara's Pampas Grass Field The area around the Sengokuhara pampas grass field is home to numerous tourist attractions, including art museums, and its hot springs, characterized by their cloudy white water, are also popular. In particular, the hot springs of the Hakone Ichinoyu Group, which currently has 10 facilities in Hakone, are well known as affordable accommodations in Hakone, and feature dreamy open-air guest rooms as well. Let the warmth of the hot springs wash away your fatigue. Sengokuhara's pampas grass field is easily accessible from central Tokyo, as it's located just a short 2-hour and 15-minute bus ride from Shinjuku Station in Tokyo via the Odakyu Hakone Express Bus. If taking this route, be sure to get off at the Sengokukogen bus stop. Enjoy a visit to see the spectacular golden landscapes of autumn in Hakone! 【TripAdvisor】Sengokuhara https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g298171-d1514732-Reviews-Sengokuhara-Hakone_machi_Ashigarashimo_gun_Kanagawa_Prefecture_Kanto.html -
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Enjoy the Atmosphere of Kyoto While Touring Kyoto and Sagano, Here at Oku-Saga! Discover Stone Buddhas, Bamboo Forests, and Beautiful Lichens on a Leisurely Stroll!
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Introduction To the Oku-Saga Area of Kyoto and Sagano This video, titled "[4K] 奥嵯峨 京都の寺院 OKU-SAGA Temples of Kyoto" was released by "Yurara Sarara." It's a video that introduces the temples of Kyoto and Oku-Saga in beautiful 4K quality. Even in Kyoto and Sagano, which are popular as tourist destinations; Oku-Saga is a hidden gem known by only a few people where you can go for a quiet stroll. This article, will introduce popular recommended spots and tourist information for Oku-Saga. Lined with stone Buddhas, Oku-Saga is sure to ease your mind. About the Oku-Saga Area of Sagano, Kyoto Photo:Thatched roofs in Sagano, Kyoto Kyoto's "Sagano Arashiyama" is a very popular area when it comes to Kyoto tourism. As you head northwest from Arashiyama/Togetsukyo, you'll find the "Oku-Saga Toriimoto District" located in Kyoto City's Ukyo Ward. The quaint cityscape with thatched roof buildings has been included in the "Groups of Traditional Buildings." Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple in Oku-Saga is said to be the "starting point for exploring Sagano." In addition, the Adashino area is known as a place for funeral processions. As for how to get to Sagano, we recommend the walking course from JR Saga Arashiyama Station. However, using the city bus or a taxi is also fine. The 4 Temples of Sagano Introduced in the Video Photo:8,000 stone Buddhas at Adashino Nenbutsu-ji Temple in Kyoto In this video, 4 temples of Kyoto Sagano are introduced. Takiguchi-dera Takiguchi-dera, the Temple that can be seen from the beginning of the video around 0:10, is known for the tragic love story between Takiguchi Nyudo (Saito Tokiyori) and Yokobue. The main building with the thatched roof that stands quietly on the scenic Mt. Ogura, is an impressive sight. Adashino Nenbutsu-ji Temple Adashino Nenbutsu-ji Temple, which can be seen from 0:50 in the video, is a temple of the Jodo Buddhist sect. Within the compound, are approximately 8,000 stone Buddha statues. Every year on August 23rd and 24th, a memorial service that involves lighting candles, called "Sento Kuyo," is held, and it is known for its mystical beauty. Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple which can be seen from 1:44 in the video, was built by Emperor Shotoku during the Nara period (710-794). The main hall and the building housing the principal object of worship were built during the Kamakura period (1185-1333). It has a history of being rebuilt from remains after being abandoned. It also goes by another name "The Temple of 1200 Arhats" from the different expressions of the 1,200 arhats carved by worshippers. Gohodo Benzaiten Shrine You can see Gohodo Benzaiten Shrine from 2:23 in the video. Benzaiten is known as a secret spot for viewing autumn leaves at the southeastern foot of Mt. Mandala, where one of the Gozan no Okuribi "Toriigata" is lit up. Summary the Oku-Saga Area of Kyoto and Sagano Photo:The bamboo forest at Adashino Nenbutsu-ji Temple in Kyoto This video, "[4K] 奥嵯峨 京都の寺院 OKU-SAGA Temples of Kyoto," introduces the Oku-Saga area in Kyoto Sagano which is perfect for going on a walk to clear your mind. Be sure to check it out and get a feel for what the ancient capital of Kyoto is like. Each of the 4 temples that were introduced in the video require an entrance fee. You can also enjoy collecting the temple seals as well. In the Sagano Arashiyama area, there are plenty of restaurants you can have lunch at and souvenir shops to buy gifts, so be sure to stop by both during your visit! 【Tripadvisor】Sagano https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g298564-d1386107-r164868405-Sagano-Kyoto_Kyoto_Prefecture_Kinki.html -
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Murakami Kibori Tsuishu - A Traditional Craft of Niigata Prefecture That Dates All the Way Back to the Heian Period! Discover the Unique Process Used To Make Them in This Video!
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Murakami Kibori Lacquerware - A Traditional Craft of Niigata Prefecture This video, titled "手技TEWAZA「村上木彫堆朱」Murakami Kibori Lacquerware/伝統工芸 青山スクエア Japan traditional crafts Aoyama Square," was released by "Traditional Crafts Aoyama Square." Murakami Kibori Lacquerware (Murakami Kibori Tsuishu), introduced in the video, is a general term for six types of carving, including tsuishu, tsuikoku, and shumarinuri, and it is a traditional craft of the Murakami region of Niigata Prefecture, which has been widely known as a natural lacquer production area since the Heian period (794-1185). Murakami Kibori Lacquerware was introduced by a lacquer maker in Kyoto at the beginning of the 15th century as a technique for painting lacquer on wood carvings. This was done in imitation of Chinese tsuishu (lacquerware), and the technique was introduced to the Murakami region after a temple was built there. The technique was first learned by the carpenters who built the temple, after which it was was passed on to samurai duringEdo period (1603-1868), then to the townspeople, and finally to present day Japan. In this article, we'll go over Murakami Kibori Lacquerware, a traditional lacquer technique of Niigata prefecture. The Process of Making Murakami Kibori Lacquerware Source :YouTube screenshot Along with the video, we'll be introducing some of the steps in the 18 to 20 step process that craftsmen use to make Murakami Kibori Lacquerware by hand. 1. Sketching (0:40~) This serves as a guide for engraving and is drawn directly on the wooden plate. Drawing with a brush that can express stronger and weaker lines is fundamental to the process. 2. Carving (0:47~) Wood carving is performed by using a chisel called an "Urajiro" on the sketch drawn in step 1. There are two types of carvings, the two-dimensional Shishiai-bori and three-dimensional Hikisage-bori. In the video, the craftsman explains that the most important thing is to carve the wood as though it were a living thing, making the most of the different grains of each tree. 3. Sanding (1:18~) This is the process of sanding the roughness of the blade marks with sandpaper (in the old days, horsetail was used) to give roundness and softness to the carving. This makes the work even more three-dimensional. 4. Hardening This involves adding a small amount of red husks to raw lacquer and using a brush to soak the entire wood with lacquer. This is also an important step because it is done to solidify the foundation of making a durable Tsuishu. Source :YouTube screenshot 5. Smoothing (1:29) In the important undercoating process to make durable lacquerware, raw lacquer and polishing powder are mixed and applied 2-3 times to the plain areas without engravings. 6. Polishing The process of water-polishing the coated surface using an imperial whetstone. This is done with applying rust lacquer and is repeated 2-3 times and the lacquerware is allowed to dry for at least a few days after the rust lacquering process. 7. Middle Coating (1:40~) The process of dabbing on lacquer on with a pad or fingertip and then finishing painting with a brush so that the engraved pattern is not filled with lacquer. Generally, oil-free refined lacquer is used for this. 8. Polishing the Middle Coating It is a process of carefully water-sanding the surface with a fine-grained natural stone whetstone called Murakami whetstone or a water file. 9. Top Coating (2:06~) Brightly colored vermilion lacquer is dabbed on with a pad or fingertip and finished painting using a brush so as not to fill the carved patterns similar to the intermediate coat. Source :YouTube screenshot 10. Matt Finishing (2:23~) An important process for polishing the top-coated glossy surface with charcoal or polishing powder evenly with water to make it a deep and calm-looking product. 11. Engraving (2:44~) The designs are carved once more. This fine carving is made to supplement the earlier wood carving with a fine-pointed triangular chisel. Expressions such as leaf veins, feathers, and mountain surfaces are re-engraved. 12. Finishing (3:06~) This step involves adding a small amount of red iron oxide to high-quality raw lacquer and rubbing it with a brush over the entire vessel. The matte surface is moist and firm, and this completes the production process of Murakami Kibori Tsuishu. The beautiful, finished product, like a work of art, can be seen from 3:23 in the video. These unique techniques have been designated Intangible Cultural Properties of Niigata Prefecture and Murakami Kibori Lacquerware was designated a National Traditional Craft. Summary of Murakami Kibori Lacquerware, A Traditional Welcome Gift of Niigata Prefecture Source :YouTube screenshot Murakami Kibori Lacquerware, a traditional craft that has been handed down since the Heian period, includes products such as jubako (stacked boxes), sake cups, tea ware, flower ware, confectionery ware, sake ware, etc. that are all great for celebrations, souvenirs, and gifts. Murakami Kibori Lacquerware is a testament to the living history of Japan, through which you can enjoy the techniques that craftsmen have refined and passed down since ancient times. 【Official Website】Murakami Kibori Lacquerware | Traditional Crafts | Traditional Crafts Aoyama Square https://kougeihin.jp/en/craft/0509/