Books of Tale of Artisans Vol.9 “Uruwashi”
Ginza Tsutaya Books recommend books to you from Shiba Park Hotel exhibition “Tale of Artisan.”
Ginza Tsutaya Books recommend books to you from Shiba Park Hotel exhibition “Tale of Artisan.”
Author: Mieko Sawada
Photo: Yoshito Nakano
Publisher: SHOGAKUKAN
1,320JPY
This compact guidebook introduces Japanese crafts in general to guests from overseas. It is bilingual in English and Japanese, making it an ideal souvenir for overseas visitors. Of course, Japanese people can also enjoy it.
Author: Mari Kobayashi
Photo: Shozo Kajiwara
Publisher: SEIBUNDO SHINKOSHA Publishing
2,860JPY
This book provides a comprehensive explanation of lacquerware and lacquer craftsmanship, including information on production areas, techniques, and craftspeople. It also introduces contemporary masters who continue to pass on traditional techniques and young artists who are bringing a new style to the craft.
Author: Akihiko Toto
Publisher: Kodansha
2,530JPY
Karacho, a karakami shop in Kyoto, has been in business for 400 years since the Edo period. This is a collection of essays on karakami and patterns by Karacho’s karakami master Toto Akihiko, who arranges its traditions for the present age. You can learn about the world of karakami through beautiful photographs.
Author: Akiyoshi Totoki, Shigeki Kudo, Takaaki Nishikawa
Publisher: SEIBUNDO SHINKOSHA Publishing
3,080JPY
This is a specialized technical book on lacquering, but with detailed explanations with photographs, it is an enjoyable book to learn how the lacquerware we see every day is made. Knowing the time and effort involved in the process, you will be able to use lacquerware with a new perspective.
November 27 (Mon.), 2023 – March 3 (Sun.), 2024
11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Please note that the exhibition will be open until 4:00 p.m. on the last day.
1F Library Lounge/ 2F Foyer Book & Culture
Admission Free
Curator: Nipponnowaza.com
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