Mino Washi

One of Japan's oldest washi production areas with 1,500 years of history in Echizen, Fukui Prefecture. The quality is so high that it even produces paper for Japanese banknotes, with world-class technical expertise. Used widely for calligraphy, printmaking, shoji screens, and fusuma, it continues to serve as the core of washi culture.

A washi production area in eastern Tottori Prefecture with over 1,000 years of history. Holding a major national share in calligraphy paper, it has supported the culture of sho (calligraphy) together with Inshu brushes. Recently, efforts have focused on developing new washi products that blend into modern life, such as stylish paper lighting and wallpaper.

Ceramics produced primarily in Tajimi, Gifu Prefecture, accounting for approximately half of Japan's ceramic production. Produces diverse tableware through various techniques and glazes, known for consistent quality. With traditions from the Edo period, it is an essential supplier of everyday tableware. Features efficient production meeting diverse consumer needs.

Traditional Japanese hand-made paper created from plant fibers like mulberry, hemp, and gampi, characterized by durability and beauty. Used for calligraphy paper, prints, and architectural decoration, with over 1,000 years of history and UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage registration.

Traditional Japanese paper handmade from plant fibers including kozo mulberry, mitsumata, and gampi. With over 1,300 years of history, washi is unparalleled in thinness, strength, and beauty. Inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list in 2014, the three great varieties are Mino, Echizen, and Tosa washi, used across calligraphy, woodblock printing, and art restoration worldwide.

A lacquerware craft tradition passed down for over 600 years in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture. It is renowned for its durability achieved through the unique jinoko undercoat technique and its gorgeous ornamentation using chinkin and maki-e. It is considered one of the finest traditional crafts in Japan.