RenovationfromArchDaily1 week ago"Artisans of the Reiwa Era" Documentary Showcases Traditional Japanese Wood Construction and CraftsmanshipRinshunkaku Temple represents early Edo-period architecture and is notable for its restoration that preserves traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
Fashion & stylefromwww.theguardian.com1 month agoEmbroidered silks to Adidas collabs: the evolution of the kimono in picturesThe 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.
fromColossal2 months agoVibrant 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 withâand reassuredâpeople at every level of society.Arts
fromTravel + Leisure5 months agoI Walked Japan's Kiso Valley and It Felt Like Stepping Into a Woodblock PrintThe NakasendÅ, a historic Japanese road, documented by artists, remains influential in understanding Japan's cultural past and modern exploration.