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Japan’s Traditional Handicrafts Reflect a Rich and Diverse Tradition

When you think of things that come from Japan, your first thought will likely be of high-quality electronics or maybe matcha tea, wagyu beef, sake, or some other consumable product. However, not many people know about Japan’s traditional handicrafts and art traditions. In Japan, you can find the finest specimens of handicrafts made from various ...

Max Lu

Japanese woman making a paper umbrella using traditional techniques.