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西陣織の技術(1) 織機の発展 

The Technology of Nishijin Weaving (1): The Ev...

In the coming series, I will be writing about the craftsmanship and techniques of Nishijin weaving.  The loom is likely one of the earliest inventions in human history. As humans...

The Technology of Nishijin Weaving (1): The Ev...

In the coming series, I will be writing about the craftsmanship and techniques of Nishijin weaving.  The loom is likely one of the earliest inventions in human history. As humans...

西陣 花便り 5月:バラ

2025 Nishijin Flower Report (May : Rose)

The roses are in full bloom this season. Although it's a bit of a distance from Nishijin, if you're looking to enjoy roses in Kyoto, I recommend the Kyoto Botanical...

2025 Nishijin Flower Report (May : Rose)

The roses are in full bloom this season. Although it's a bit of a distance from Nishijin, if you're looking to enjoy roses in Kyoto, I recommend the Kyoto Botanical...

日本のラグジュアリーについて考える(5):人間であることの豊かさ

Rethinking Japanese Luxury (5): Luxury, the way...

At our company, we do not define traditional crafts as “luxury” in the sense commonly used in today’s luxury industry. However, there is no doubt that they are exceptional objects—masterpieces—that...

Rethinking Japanese Luxury (5): Luxury, the way...

At our company, we do not define traditional crafts as “luxury” in the sense commonly used in today’s luxury industry. However, there is no doubt that they are exceptional objects—masterpieces—that...

日本のラグジュアリーについて考える(4): AI時代の伝統工芸 

Rethinking Japanese Luxury (4): Traditional Cra...

Although the title is grand, I cannot even begin to guess what place traditional craftsmanship will hold in the age of AI. However, I have a deep personal interest in...

Rethinking Japanese Luxury (4): Traditional Cra...

Although the title is grand, I cannot even begin to guess what place traditional craftsmanship will hold in the age of AI. However, I have a deep personal interest in...

西陣 どんな場所?(3):見どころ 桜 (3月下旬から4月中旬)

All About Nishijin (3): Cherry Blossoms in Nish...

When the Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms fall, it may seem that the cherry blossom season has come to an end. However, in Nishijin, the blossoms were still in full bloom...

All About Nishijin (3): Cherry Blossoms in Nish...

When the Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms fall, it may seem that the cherry blossom season has come to an end. However, in Nishijin, the blossoms were still in full bloom...

日本のラグジュアリーについて考える(3): 伝統工芸のグローバル化における”日本らしさ”の扱い

Rethinking Japanese Luxury (3):"Japaneseness" i...

As traditional crafts aim to expand into the global market, the inherent nature of Japanese aesthetics makes them somewhat challenging to position within a global lifestyle. Personally, I have experienced...

Rethinking Japanese Luxury (3):"Japaneseness" i...

As traditional crafts aim to expand into the global market, the inherent nature of Japanese aesthetics makes them somewhat challenging to position within a global lifestyle. Personally, I have experienced...