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= Welcome to Craftpedia | = Welcome to Craftpedia Japan = | ||
'''Craftpedia | '''Craftpedia Japan''' is a dedicated space celebrating the depth and beauty of traditional Japanese crafts. From the delicate curves of Arita ware to the rustic strength of Bizen pottery, the artistry of Japanese craftsmanship reflects centuries of refinement, ritual, and regional identity. | ||
Please take a look at our '''[[Sitemap]]''' | |||
== Site navigation == | |||
You've landed on a portal with ocean of information. This is why we've decided to give you some navigation opportunities. So, what you want to read here, you can access: | |||
* '''By craft type''' | |||
** [[:Category:Ceramics|Ceramics]] | |||
*** [[:Category:Stoneware|Stoneware]] | |||
*** [[:Category:Porcelain|Porcelain]] | |||
* '''By prefecture''' | |||
* | ** [[:Category:Fukuoka Prefecture|Fukuoka prefecture]] | ||
* | ** [[:Category:Kyoto Prefecture|Kyoto prefecture]] | ||
* | ** [[:Category:Gifu Prefecture|Gifu prefecture]] | ||
** | ** [[:Category:Saga Prefecture|Saga prefecture]] | ||
** | ** [[:Category:Mie Prefecture|Mie prefecture]] | ||
** | ** [[:Category:Fukui Prefecture|Fukui prefecture]] | ||
** [[:Category:Yamaguchi Prefecture|Yamaguchi prefecture]] | |||
** [[:Category:Ibaraki Prefecture|Ibaraki prefecture]] | |||
** [[:Category:Kagoshima Prefecture|Kagoshima prefecture]] | |||
* '''By historical period''' | |||
'''[[ | ** [[:Category:Heian period|Heian period]]''' | ||
** [[:Category:Kamakura period|Kamakura period]] | |||
** [[:Category:Muromachi period|Muromachi period]] | |||
** [[:Category:Momoyama period|Momoyama period]] | |||
** [[:Category:Edo period|Edo period]] | |||
** [[:Category:Meiji period|Meiji period]] | |||
''' | == π About Japanese Crafts == | ||
Japan is home to hundreds of traditional crafts (''dentΕ kΕgei''), many of which are recognized as ''Intangible Cultural Heritage''. These crafts are deeply tied to place, nature, and purpose β shaped by local materials, spiritual practices, and generations of skilled artisans. | |||
Among the most renowned are: | |||
* πΊ '''[[Japanese ceramics and pottery | Ceramics]]''' β Arita, Bizen, Hagi, Kutani, and Shino ware | |||
* [[ | * 𧡠'''[[Japanese textile|Textiles]]''' β Nishijin weaving, Bingata dyeing, Kasuri, and Shibori | ||
* [[ | * π¨ '''Metalwork''' β Mokume-gane, Tsuba forging, swordsmithing | ||
* | * π '''Wood and Bamboo''' β Yosegi marquetry, Sashimono joinery, basketry | ||
* | * π¨ '''Lacquerware''' β Wajima-nuri, Tsugaru-nuri, and more | ||
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Each craft tells the story of its region and the hands that preserve its soul. | |||
== | == πΊοΈ Explore by Craft == | ||
Start your journey with some of Japanβs most iconic traditions: | |||
* [[Arita Ware]] | |||
* [[Bizen Ware]] | |||
* [[Hagi Ware]] | |||
* [[Mokume-gane]] | |||
* [[Yosegi Zaiku]] | |||
More articles are added regularly β and all content is available in over 60 languages. | |||
== | == π§βπ¨ Discover the Artisans == | ||
* | Behind every object is a story. We're building a growing collection of profiles on: | ||
* | * Renowned masters and Living National Treasures | ||
* | * Family lineages of traditional workshops | ||
* Rural cooperatives and urban revival projects | |||
== | == π Multilingual Access == | ||
[[ | Articles are translated into dozens of languages to support global understanding and appreciation. Use the language links in the sidebar to read articles in your preferred language. | ||
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[[ | == π€ Contribute to Craftpedia Japan == | ||
Your knowledge and enthusiasm are welcome! You can: | |||
* Translate an article | |||
* Add details about regional workshops or lesser-known crafts | |||
* Share high-quality photos of tools, techniques, or finished works | |||
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To get started: '''[[How to Translate an Article]]''' | |||
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== π Related Portals == | |||
* [https://craftpedia.asia Asia Portal] | |||
* [https://craftpedia.wiki Main Craftpedia Site] | |||
* [[Special:AllPages|Browse All Articles]] | |||
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''Craftpedia Japan is a tribute to timeless skill, mindful making, and the living legacy of craft.'' | |||
Latest revision as of 07:10, 21 August 2025
Welcome to Craftpedia Japan
[edit]Craftpedia Japan is a dedicated space celebrating the depth and beauty of traditional Japanese crafts. From the delicate curves of Arita ware to the rustic strength of Bizen pottery, the artistry of Japanese craftsmanship reflects centuries of refinement, ritual, and regional identity.
Please take a look at our Sitemap
Site navigation
[edit]You've landed on a portal with ocean of information. This is why we've decided to give you some navigation opportunities. So, what you want to read here, you can access:
- By prefecture
- By historical period
π About Japanese Crafts
[edit]Japan is home to hundreds of traditional crafts (dentΕ kΕgei), many of which are recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage. These crafts are deeply tied to place, nature, and purpose β shaped by local materials, spiritual practices, and generations of skilled artisans.
Among the most renowned are:
- πΊ Ceramics β Arita, Bizen, Hagi, Kutani, and Shino ware
- 𧡠Textiles β Nishijin weaving, Bingata dyeing, Kasuri, and Shibori
- π¨ Metalwork β Mokume-gane, Tsuba forging, swordsmithing
- π Wood and Bamboo β Yosegi marquetry, Sashimono joinery, basketry
- π¨ Lacquerware β Wajima-nuri, Tsugaru-nuri, and more
Each craft tells the story of its region and the hands that preserve its soul.
πΊοΈ Explore by Craft
[edit]Start your journey with some of Japanβs most iconic traditions:
More articles are added regularly β and all content is available in over 60 languages.
π§βπ¨ Discover the Artisans
[edit]Behind every object is a story. We're building a growing collection of profiles on:
- Renowned masters and Living National Treasures
- Family lineages of traditional workshops
- Rural cooperatives and urban revival projects
π Multilingual Access
[edit]Articles are translated into dozens of languages to support global understanding and appreciation. Use the language links in the sidebar to read articles in your preferred language.
π€ Contribute to Craftpedia Japan
[edit]Your knowledge and enthusiasm are welcome! You can:
- Translate an article
- Add details about regional workshops or lesser-known crafts
- Share high-quality photos of tools, techniques, or finished works
To get started: How to Translate an Article
π Related Portals
[edit]Craftpedia Japan is a tribute to timeless skill, mindful making, and the living legacy of craft.
