Japanese Craftsman Craft Data Sheet v1
The source does not include specific experience fees and workshop addresses. The following is a framework, pending supplementation. Source: ja.wikipedia / Agency for Cultural Affairs.
Query Record (2026-04-12): Queried all 7 craft experience fees from NotebookLM (notebook_id: jp-encyclopedia-knowledge-base), and the notebook confirmed that no specific numbers were recorded, with each field marked as "source not provided".
Main Traditional Crafts
| Craft Name | Place of Origin | Experience Fee (Japanese Yen) | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyoto Yuzen (Kyo-Yuzen) | Kyoto | Source not provided | Hand-drawn dyed silk kimono; UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage |
| Nishijin-ori (Nishijin-ori) | Kyoto Nishijin area | Source not provided | High-grade silk textiles; developed after the Ōnin War |
| Wajima-nuri (Wajima-nuri) | Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture | Source not provided | Lacquerware with overlapping 120 processes (some sources) |
| Nanbu Tekki (Nanbu Tekki) | Morioka/Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture | Source not provided | Cast iron teapots, cookware; exported to Europe |
| Arita-yaki (Arita-yaki) | Arita Town, Saga Prefecture | Source not provided | Japan's oldest ceramic production area; began in 1616 |
| Satsuma-ware (Satsuma-ware) | Kagoshima | Source not provided | White Satsuma/Black Satsuma two lineages |
| Edo Kiriko (Edo Kiriko) | Tokyo | Source not provided | Precisely cut glass; originated in 1834 |
Experience Workshop Concentration Areas
- Kyoto: Kyoto yuzen, Nishijin weaving, Kiyomizu-yaki → Half-day experiences available at city workshops
- Kanazawa (Ishikawa Prefecture): Kutani ware, Wajima lacquerware, Kaga yuzen → Major craft city
- Mashiko (Tochigi Prefecture): Mashiko ware → Most popular for pottery experiences
- Arita (Saga Prefecture): Arita ware → Annual pottery fair in April-May attracts approximately 1 million visitors
Data to be added
- Specific experience fees and reservation methods for each workshop
- Duration of experience courses
- Whether English/Chinese guidance is provided
Sources / Related Verification
The information in this article is compiled from internal FactcheckDocs (JP_datatable_職人工藝_v1.md), with reference to JP region publicly available official documents and industry publications. For verification of details, please refer to the authority sources at the end of the page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main traditional Japanese crafts?
The article lists 7 items: Kyo-yuzen, Nishijin-ori, Wajima-nuri, Nambu tekki, Arita ware, Satsuma ware and Edo kiriko, each with its own historical origins and characteristics.
Which regions are best for experiencing traditional Japanese crafts?
Kyoto has the most experience workshops (Kyo-yuzen, Nishijin-ori), while Kanazawa, Mashiko and Arita are each major centres for ceramics and crafts.
How complex is the production process for Wajima-nuri?
Wajima-nuri lacquerware is made through a complex 120-step overlapping coating process, and is a representative craft of Ishikawa Prefecture.
What products are mainly made from Nambu tekki?
Nambu tekki specializes in cast iron teapots and cookware, produced in Iwate Prefecture and exported to European markets.
When did Arita ware begin production?
Arita ware is Japan's oldest ceramics-producing region, with production beginning in 1616.
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