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Naraoka ware sake cup

[Akita Prefecture] Naraoka Ware, a traditional craft from Daisen City, is captivating with its mysterious blue luster!

When you think of pottery, what names come to mind? When you think of representative Japanese pottery, you might think of Seto ware, Arita ware, Kutani ware, etc. Certainly, all of these are famous pottery...

akoako2017.07.25

The delicate cherry blossom-colored traditional craft of "kabazaiku" has many uses! [Akita Prefecture]

Kabazaiku (birch crafts) is one of Akita Prefecture's traditional crafts. Akita Prefecture, home to an abundance of wood, including Akita cedar, is also a specialist in woodworking, producing other woodworking products such as bento boxes. Akita...

akoako2017.07.20

[Akita Prefecture] Magewappa, a traditional Akita craft that has become famous as a lunch box!

Magewappa lunch boxes from Akita Prefecture were featured in a manga and became famous overnight. They are not only a beloved and famous folk craft in Akita Prefecture, but also an essential part of daily life.

akoako2017.07.13

Gotenmari

What is Honjo Gotenmari, a folk craft from Akita Prefecture with beautiful old-fashioned patterns?

Local governments across Japan have a wide variety of folk crafts that reflect their respective history, climate, and culture. Crafts and processed goods made from locally harvested materials are now available online...

akoako2017.07.07

Roadside Station Murata

[Miyagi] Departing from Sendai! A plan to fully enjoy Togatta Onsen!

Togatta Onsen is one of the prefecture's leading hot spring resorts. It's not far from Sendai, and there are plenty of things to enjoy around the hot spring town. Once you arrive at Sendai Station, rent a car and head to Togatta Onsen...

Chimon2016.11.27

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