Pottery, Ceramics, Japanese washi paper, gilding, swords, kimono,,, there are many traditional culture and craftworks depending on each region.
Tag: Local crafts
Japanese Pottery Craft Culture in Hyogo’s Tamba Ware
When I was a kid, my mother thought it was best to keep my brother and I occupied with a myriad of craft-making camps and workshops that filled our summer vacations. What probably started as a crafty (cough, cough pun intended) idea to keep a…
Traditional Japanese Craft of Kurotani Washi Paper in Kyoto
Ohhhh, hand-made paper. I remember going through and feeling my mother’s old collection of Japanese washi papers as a kid, loving the texture of the delicate veins of natural fibres weaved into a smooth layer. I even went through a phase of making my own…
Culinary and Artistic Traditions in Matsudo City, Chiba Prefecture
Matsudo in Chiba Prefecture is a link between cities and times. It connects to its neighbors Noda, Kashiwa, and Nagareyama, and along with them, forms a network of history and traditions that include all manner of Japanese craftwork, arts, architecture, religious customs, and the richness…
An Exploration of Silk and Sake in Yuki, Ibaraki Prefecture
Weaving Under the Watchful Eyes of Masters Yuki is a small city in Ibaraki with an impressive history of unique and beautiful arts and crafts. It’s known for unique silk-crafting methods and the presence of Japanese sake breweries. Travelers can easily visit it and its…
Exploring the Cuisine and Urban Nightlife of Fukuoka
Day or night, Fukuoka city offers a dizzying array of food, from roadside yatai serving late night meals to exclusive 3 Michelin starred sushi restaurants.
Day trip from Tokyo to Gyoda city, Saitama Prefecture, Japan
The Saitama Prefecture in Japan is a rich destination for history and culture, and Gyoda is a remarkable city to visit in this district. It only takes an hour to reach Gyoda by train from Tokyo – so if you’re after a day trip destination…
Why My Heart Returns to Iiyama City
Why did I choose Iiyama city in Nagano as the place to take my mother visiting from America? The gorgeous landscapes, delicious foods and the warm hospitality of the people.
Sekikawa’s Neko-chigura “Cat Houses” Sustain Tradition and Cats Alike
Sponsored by Sekikawa Village Its no secret that people here in Japan absolutely love cats. At almost every port, downtown area, and even on multiple islands that locals refer to “cat islands,” you can see many friendly stray cats that are very well cared for…
Murakami City – Best Ways to Enjoy Fall Colors
Sponsored by Murakami City Located along the Sea of Japan about 4 hours from Tokyo is the small coastal city of Murakami. Rich in cultural arts, cuisine, and history this city is a perfect place for those looking to get off the beaten path and…
The Voyapon Ultimate Travel Guide to Northern Kumamoto
sponsored by Northern Kumamoto Administrative Headquarters In the heart of Kyushu, Kumamoto Prefecture is a natural paradise best known as the home of the world-famous active volcano, Mt. Aso, and the enormous caldera created by its eruption thousands of years ago. But the area boasts…