Nambu Ironware

Traditional cast iron products produced in Morioka and Oshu, Iwate Prefecture. Developed under Nanbu clan patronage in the 17th century, the tetsubin iron kettle is its signature product. Water boiled in a tetsubin is said to taste smoother and provide iron supplementation. In recent years, colorful cast iron teapots have become extremely popular overseas, particularly in France.

Ironware produced in Morioka and Oshu, Iwate Prefecture. Manufacturing continues from the 17th century, producing tea kettles, teapots, and daily utensils. Characterized by thick iron walls and lustrous black surfaces. Valued for high heat conductivity, it remains popular today.

Japan's first porcelain, originating in Arita, Saga Prefecture. Developed from techniques introduced from the Korean Peninsula in the 17th century, it captivated European royalty and nobility as 'Imari' ware exported through Imari port. With over 400 years of history, it continues to innovate today.

A uniquely Japanese technique of repairing broken ceramics with lacquer and gold powder. Its philosophy of elevating damage into beauty rather than concealing it symbolizes the Japanese aesthetic of finding beauty in imperfection. In recent years, it has attracted worldwide attention in art and design.

A traditional Japanese paper craft that creates various shapes by folding a single sheet of paper. It spread among common people during the Edo period, and senbazuru (thousand origami cranes) are known worldwide as a symbol of peace. Today it is applied in mathematics and engineering, contributing to space development and medical technology.

A traditional Japanese art of arranging flowers and plants in vessels to create spatial compositions. Systematized during the Muromachi period, it encompasses many schools including Ikenobo, Sogetsu, and Ohara. It embodies a uniquely Japanese aesthetic sensibility that condenses natural beauty and values the beauty of space and negative space.