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fromArchDaily
1 week ago

"Artisans of the Reiwa Era" Documentary Showcases Traditional Japanese Wood Construction and Craftsmanship

Rinshunkaku Temple represents early Edo-period architecture and is notable for its restoration that preserves traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Embroidered silks to Adidas collabs: the evolution of the kimono in pictures

The term 'kimono' was historically generic for clothing, with a rich vocabulary for specific styles.
Kimonos reflect class differences in Japan's history, from aristocratic elegance to laborers' practical garments.
fromColossal
2 months ago

Vibrant Woodblock Prints Traverse a Bygone Japan in 'Hiroshige: Artist of the Open Road'

As Japan confronted the encroaching outside world, Hiroshige's calm artistic vision connected with—and reassured—people at every level of society.
Arts
fromTravel + Leisure
5 months ago

I Walked Japan's Kiso Valley and It Felt Like Stepping Into a Woodblock Print

The Nakasendō, a historic Japanese road, documented by artists, remains influential in understanding Japan's cultural past and modern exploration.
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