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Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner
Episode 4: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – The Seasonal Beauty of the Geisha District and the Grace of Geisha – An Interview with Ayumi Terada, Proprietress of Yukimoto In Tokyo
The Kagurazaka Geisha District Recovered Earlier Than the Other Five Districts in Tokyo This is the fourth installment in our Kagurazaka...
Episode 3: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – Discover the 400-Year History of Soumaya, a Stationery Store in Tokyo’s Kagurazaka
Exploring Japanese Culture and History Through Stationery Store in Tokyo's Kagurazaka This is the third installment in our series...
Episode 2: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – The History and Evolution of Toushien Pottery Shop in Tokyo
Kagurazaka Store Owner Interview Series In the second installment of our Kagurazaka store owner Interview series exploring the charm of...
Episode 1: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – “Japanese Pottery Should Be Held to Be Appreciated” – Exploring Maruoka Toen and the Charm of Ceramics in Tokyo
Kagurazaka Store Owner Interview Series Begins This marks the start of the series " Exploring the Charm of Kagurazaka’s Shopping Street...
What Foreign Tourists Can Do to Help Preserve Japanese Traditional Crafts
What Are Traditional Industries? Japan's craftsmanship and precision in manufacturing are renowned worldwide. One of the most...
Shinya Yamada
Jul 17, 20244 min read
Do You Know About Japan's Ultimate Craftsmen, "A Master of Traditional Craft"?
The certification system for "A master of traditional craft" was established in 1974 to expand the demand for traditional crafts and...
Shinya Yamada
Jul 13, 20243 min read
Do You Know the Difference Between Ukiyo-e from Kansai (Kamigata) and Tokyo (Edo)? Understanding This Might Reveal the True Identity of Sharaku
The Differences Between Ukiyo-e from Kansai (Kamigata) and Tokyo (Edo) In a previous post , I wrote that "Ukiyo-e is a genre of painting...
Shinya Yamada
May 26, 20242 min read
Do You Know Ukiyo-e Shifted Japanese Culture from Kansai to Tokyo?
"Ukiyo-e" Is a Genre of Painting Established in the Early Edo Period "Ukiyo-e" is a genre of painting established in the early Edo...
Shinya Yamada
May 25, 20242 min read
Why You Can Now Enjoy Private Ukiyo-e Talks in Tokyo from an Expert Who Lectured at the British Museum
During your ukiyo-e printmaking experience at Takahashi Studio, you can learn about the ukiyo-e production process and art appreciation...
Shinya Yamada
May 22, 20242 min read
Placing Printmaking Experience Flyers at 2 Ukiyo-e Museums (the Ota Memorial Museum of Art and the Sumida Hokusai Museum)
We have secured placements for our printmaking experience flyers at two of Tokyo's leading ukiyo-e museums, the Ota Memorial Museum of Art...
Shinya Yamada
May 21, 20242 min read
Those Who Appreciate the World of Stone Gardens, Zen, and Tea Ceremony Can Fully Enjoy Kagurazaka, Tokyo's Hidden Gem
Kagurazaka: The Most Recommended District by Shinjuku Residents Kagurazaka is a hidden gem in Tokyo, known among those in the know....
Shinya Yamada
May 13, 20243 min read
The New ¥1,000 Note Featuring Hokusai's "The Great Wave off Kanagawa"
Hokusai's Ukiyo-e 'The Great Wave off Kanagawa' Featured on New Currency Note for the First Time On July 3, 2024, new banknotes (Japanese...
Shinya Yamada
May 12, 20243 min read
The Enigmatic Ukiyo-e Artist, Sharaku, and His Connection to Kagurazaka
Who is Sharaku? Toshusai Sharaku is a unique figure in the world of Ukiyo-e. In a brief period between May 1794 and January 1795, he...
Shinya Yamada
May 9, 20242 min read
Shinjuku's Kagurazaka: Deep Connections with Tokugawa Iemitsu, the Third Shogun of the Edo Shogunate
Tokugawa Iemitsu, the Third Shogun who Consolidated the Foundations of the Edo Shogunate Tokugawa Iemitsu, the third Shogun of the Edo...
Shinya Yamada
May 7, 20243 min read
Japanese Traditional Crafts—Once Lost, They May Never Return: How to Support Japanese Artisans with Experience Tour
Japan is home to numerous exquisite traditional crafts, but they are not automatically preserved through generations. The market for...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 25, 20242 min read
Authentic Ukiyo-e Printmaking Experience Under Artisan Guidance at Takahashi Studio
At our company, we have had the privilege of participating in an authentic Ukiyo-e printmaking experience under the guidance of real...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 22, 20243 min read
Shinjuku Convention & Visitors Bureau's Website Features the "Kagurazaka Refined Wander" - A Premium Traditional Culture Experience
On April 8, 2024, the General Incorporated Association “ Shinjuku Convention & Visitors Bureau ” added an article about the " Kagurazaka...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 9, 20242 min read
Authentic Japanese Culture Experience Tour in Kagurazaka: " Kagurazaka Refined Wander" Tour for Inbound Tourists Starts on April 1st
Japan, where tradition intertwines seamlessly with modernity, offers countless opportunities for travelers to dive deep into its rich...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 1, 20243 min read
Printers: How to Experience Ukiyo-e Making with Authentic Artisans in Tokyo(3)
Edo Woodblock Prints Rely on the Collaboration of All Four Artisans Edo woodblock prints are a comprehensive art form that comes to life...
Shinya Yamada
Mar 30, 20243 min read
Carvers: How to Experience Ukiyo-e Making with Authentic Artisans in Tokyo(2)
Woodblock printing in Edo-period Japan is a comprehensive art form that involves four main craftsmen: the "Eshi (painters)" who create...
Shinya Yamada
Mar 29, 20242 min read
Painters: How to Experience Ukiyo-e Making with Authentic Artisans in Tokyo(1)
Ukiyo-e, a comprehensive art form, comes to life through the collaboration of three artisans: the "Eshi (painters)" who sketch the...
Shinya Yamada
Mar 28, 20243 min read
How to Experience the Timeless Charm of Ukiyo-e in Tokyo: Inspired by Christie's Record-breaking Auction
A New World Record for Hokusai On March 19, 2024, the world witnessed a historic moment in art history as a complete set of Thirty-six...
Shinya Yamada
Mar 20, 20242 min read
Experience Ukiyo-e Making in Tokyo Before It Regains Attention
Visit Edo Woodblock Print: Publisher's Work" Exhibition I visited the "Edo Woodblock Print: Publisher's Work" exhibition organized by...
Shinya Yamada
Mar 19, 20242 min read
Discover the Magic of "Japanese Wood Block Prints Experience in Tokyo" with the Art of Sharaku
Dive into the World of Sharaku through "Japanese Wood Block Prints Experience in Tokyo" The vibrant city of Tokyo offers a unique...
Shinya Yamada
Mar 9, 20243 min read
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