Kyoto Crafts: A Visit to 20 Traditional Craft Brands

This book introduces 20 of Kyoto's most representative traditional crafts: Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki pottery; Kyoto folding fans and round fans; Kyoto bamboo crafts; Nishijin weaving; ceremonial garments and Shinto ritual implements; Kyoto colored paper; tanzaku strips and Japanese-style notebooks; Kyo-yuzen and Kyo-komon dyeing; Kyoto ceramic figurines; Kyoto dolls; Kyoto lacquerware; Kyoto woodworking; Kyoto shibori tie-dyeing; Kyoto metal inlay; Kyoto cloisonne; Kyoto Buddhist altars and ritual objects; Kyoto mounting; Kyoto woodblock prints; Kyoto braided cords; Tango crepe; and Kyoto metalwork. The book explores the history, techniques, renowned artisans, and notable works of these 20 crafts. Through on-site interviews, it also shares the artisans' stories, offering a comprehensive, multifaceted look at the profound appeal of Kyoto's traditional crafts and the humble, moving spirit of their makers.