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Traditional Crafts of Tokyo Metropolitan Government Murayama-Oshima Tsumugi Tokyo Some-Komon Honba Kihachijo TEXTURED SILK PONGEE FINE PATTERNED DYEING SILK FABRIC OF HACHIJO ISLAND ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics The Murayama Navy Kasuri (hazed patterns) The appearance of komon dates back to the During the Muromachi Period (1392―1568) a silk originates from the weaving of cross kasuri which Muromachi Period (1392―1568). During the Edo fabric from the Island of Hachijo-jima was presented emerged in Bunka Era year 10 (1814), and the well Period (1603―1868), the dyeing of kamishimo under the name kitsumugi. Striped fabric was then crib kasuri (formal upper garments) for Daimyo (feudal lords) woven from the which emerged began in the region, forming a place of production. beginning of around Tempo Ise paper patterns were used for the dyeing. It has the Era year 5 a dignified style with fine geometric pattern and (1603― 1868). (1840). In simple color. After the mid- the mid-Edo ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Edo Period, the Period (1603- Ward, Ward, Ward, etc. patterns changed -1868), the to solid stripes thickly woven and cross-stripe kasuri became patterns in well known. yellow, orange, These styles and black. Widely combined, used after the were adapted Bunka/Bunsei Era to form the (1804―1829) Oshima-style for everyday wear. kasuri which then developed into the Murayama-Oshima Tsumugi. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Musashimurayama City, Mizuho Town, Akishima City Hachijo-jima

Edo Kimekomi Ningyo Tokyo Ginki Tokyo Tegaki Yuzen POSTED MATERIAL DOLL SILVERWARE HAND-PAINTED KIMONO ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics The original form is the Kamo Doll of the Kamo The history of ginki is very long. Ginki dates back It is told that Yuzen established yuzen-zome Shrines in . The doll is made by first carving to 916 when Engishiki (procedures of the Engi (yuzen dyeing) during the Edo Period (1603― 1868). grooves into a wooden base then wedging the cloth Era) took place. During the mid-Edo Period (1603 Around the Bunka/Bunsei Era (1804―1829), many into the grooves. Dolls made in Tokyo vary to those ―1868), it was also widely used among the Daimyo-held made in Kyoto with its slender face and delicate common people. Today, Tokyo is the main area of dyers moved facial features. manufacture. Various items are made by various to Edo (later soldering techniques of tankin (hammering), chokin renamed as (chiseling), and kiribame (cut & overlay). Tokyo). The ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture nobility of its Taito Ward, Sumida Ward, Arakawa Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Arakawa Ward, Bunkyo Ward, etc. design and the lighter tones used within the reserve are the main characteristics of the yuzen- zome.

■ Main Areas of Manufacture Shinjuku Ward, Nerima Ward, Nakano Ward, etc.

Tama Ori Tokyo Kumihimo Edo Shikki TAMA WEAVE BRAIDED CORDS LACQUER WARE ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics Hachioji has a long history of silk weaving. In the The origin of kumihimo dates back to before the Edo Edo shikki began when Ieyasu Tokugawa entered Bunsei Era (1818―1829), various techniques Period (1603―1868). Manufacture thrived when the Edo Castle in 1590 and invited lacquer craft were introduced. In the beginning of the Meiji Period demand for increased with the establishment of from Kyoto. After the Kyoho Era (1716―1735), (1868―1912), the Shogunate. it became popular as an everyday article for the many of these Kumihimo further common people. Edo shikki is characterized as the techniques and developed in tableware product for commercial use, such as soba methods became detail with the dishes. The make is durable and practical. commonly addition of wabi- used. Textures sabi (concepts of Omeshi- of elegance ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ori (silk crepe and simplicity). Taito Ward, Chuo Ward, Adachi Ward, etc. weave), tsumugi Even today, (pongee), and kumihimo retains kasuri (hazed the traditional patterns) have features of grace style that is and high degree supported by of elegance. the traditional techniques and history. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Hachioji City Taito Ward, Ward, Kita Ward, etc.

2 Edo Bekko Edo-Bake Tokyo Butsudan TORTOISESHELL PRODUCTS PAINT BRUSHES BUDDHIST ALTARS ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics The history of bekko is very long. Bekko ware can The origin of the Edo-bake comes to being when this The first butsudan were made during the Genroku be found in the Seisho-in Treasure House in , name for these hake (paintbrushes) were fi rst found Period (1688―1704) by cabinet-makers as a side- but the intricate molds only became possible during recorded in the literature of the mid-Edo Period job using their own technique. With the prosperity the Edo Period (1603―1868) with the introduction (1603―1868). There are seven kinds of Edo-bake of Buddhism, cabinet-makers devoted themselves of the technique to combine pieces together. including paperhanger's brushes and dyeing brushes. solely to the butsudan craft. It is said that from Bekko ware made in Tokyo is characterized by its These brushes are one of the important tools that around 1840, China-imported timber was used. It ornamentation using the makie technique (sprinkled support the Japanese culture. fully uses the woodwork for the plain pattern that picture), sculpture and inlay, used for items such as wholly conveys the Edo temperament. spectacle frames. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Taito Ward, Arakawa Ward, Adachi Ward, etc. Bunkyo Ward, Taito Ward, Sumida Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Sumida Ward, Shinjuku Ward, etc.

Edo Tsumami-Kanzashi Tokyo Gakubuchi Edo Zoge HAIR ORNAMENTS WITH PRONGS PICTURE FRAMES IVORY CARVINGS ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics The craft of the tsumami-kanzashi began during Frames engraved with features and mounting that The techniques of zoge carving were introduced the Edo Period (1603―1868). It is considered that were passed along from the Ancient times are from China during the Nara Period (710―784). tsumamikanzashi had first emerged in the Kyoto- referred to as Japanese frames. Western frames During the Azuchi-Momoyama Period (1568― area then were first made during the Meiji Period (1868― 1600), it was also was passed on to 1912) to meet the needs of western painters. used for netsuke Edo. Today, however, Today, frames of a newer taste have developed while (ornamental Tokyo is the main making good use of the traditional lacquer craft buttons). The area of production. techniques of to accommodate the changes features of zoge As hair accessory with time. are widely adored for women, it sets ■ Main Areas of Manufacture with the smooth off clothes including Taito Ward, Ward, Arakawa Ward, etc. texture, beautiful kimono worn at New gloss, lightness Year's, Coming of apt for handicrafts Age Day, Shichi- and a semi-opaque, go-san (festival for milky white shade. children aged 3, 5, and 7) and for Japanese dances.

■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Taito Ward, Arakawa Ward, Sumida Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Bunkyo Ward, Sumida Ward, etc.

Edo Sashimono Edo Sudare Edo Sarasa WOOD JOINERY REED BLINDS PRINTED SILK CALICO ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics As the consumer lifestyle developed during the During the Heian Period (794―1185), sudare blinds Sarasa was brought to Japan during the Muromachi Genroku Period (1688―1704), joinery was already were used in court, but they are currently known from Period (1392―1568). Its import increased during known as a special craftsmanship, differentiated the fi rst essay of Japan-Makura no Soshi. It is said the Edo Period (1603―1868), when imitation from larger cabinet-making crafts. Samurai families, that the main dyeing began and merchants, and theatrical actors made Edo technique was dyers specializing sashimono makers very busy. Edo sashimono is established in in the technique manufactured without using nails while freely using the beginning started to appear. a technique of hiding secret storage spaces within of the Edo In leaf and floral the joinery. Period (1603 designs, it uses ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ―1868) and over 30 stencils, Taito Ward, Arakawa Ward, Koto Ward, etc. that there were layering the colors blind makers carefully with a specializing in paintbrush to make the craft. The a 3-dimensional raw materials look. Sarasa used bestow has its unique an interesting characteristics feature to the with its depth of product. color.

■ Main Areas offM Manufacture f t ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Taito Ward, Minato Ward Shinjuku Ward, Toshima Ward, Arakawa Ward, etc.

3 Tokyo Honzome Yukata Edo Wazao Edo Ishogi Ningyo INDIGO DYED SUMMER KIMONO JAPANESE FISHING RODS COSTUMED DOLLS ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics Yukata was worn in bathing at the start, originating The manufacturing of these natural bamboo tsugizao Ishogi Ningyo is the general name given to dolls from yukatabira (a bathrobe) in the Heian period. (jointed fishing rods) began in the Kyoho Era displayed in March, May and Ichimatsu dolls, etc. Acotton, unlined yukata worn after bathing was (1716―1735) of the Edo Period (1603―1868). that can be dressed and undressed. The doll's origin in fashion in the Edo period, and became a street Followed by historical developments resulting in is Kyoto, becoming popular in Edo after the Kan- clothes later. The unique way of dyeing called the emergence of prominent products. The most ei Era (1624―1644) of the Edo Period (1603― chusen has been applied to the dyeing of yukata, signifi cant features of wazao are the production of 1868). This process of work, comprising of more which is now often used to dye tenugui (a kind of a diff erent rod for every kind of fi sh, and its lacquer than 100 steps, is the most signifi cant feature for hand towel), another product of Tokyo patterndyeing. fi nish that highlights the bamboo's exterior surface. its modern day sense of beauty and loveliness.

■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Edogawa Ward, Adachi Ward, Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Katsushika Ward, Arakawa Ward, etc. Edogawa Ward, Sumida Ward, Taito Ward, etc.

Edo Kiriko Edo Oshie Hagoita Edo Katchu FACETED GLASSWARE PADDED COLLAGE PADDLES WARRIOR ARMOR ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics In 1834, devising a method of making facets in In the Bunka/Bunsei Era (1804―1829) of the The Edo Period (1603―1868) saw the emergence glass using emery powder, Kyube Kagaya founded Edo Period (1603―1868), the local community of katchu for the boy's festival on May 5th as a the Edo kiriko at his glassware shop in Otema-cho. culture saw its great renaissance. Many ukiyoe decoration hoping for the boy's well being. A varied, The method that is currently used was established (genre painting) complicated in Meiji year 15 (1883). Its main feature is the many artists were active manufacturing combinations of traditional faceted glass patterns and Hagoita with process, the such as the chrysanthemums and weaved basket kabuki actors features of the patterns. on stage gained katchu lie in the much popularity. compilation of ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Developing all techniques Koto Ward, Edogawa Ward, Sumida Ward, etc. accordingly with including metal the prosperity of work, lacquer the kabuki theater, ware, leather people had become craft, and braided familiar with the cords. paddles as a good luck charm to celebrate the growth of girls for New Years.

■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Sumida Ward, Koto Ward, Katsushika Ward, etc. Sumida Ward, Taito Ward, Bunkyo Ward, etc.

Tokyo Tokogei Tokyo Kiri-Dansu Edo Shishu CANE WARE PAULOWNIA CHEST EMBROIDERY ■ History and Characteristicss ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics Long ago, sawed wisteria was used for bows for The emergence of the kiri-dansu is exceptionally The oldest existing embroidery in Japan is that samurai during the civil war, but it is in the latter new. The first kiri-dansu was made in Osaka at of the Asuka Period (mid-6th Century―710). period of Edo that it became popular among the the beginning of the Edo Period (1603―1868). It The shishu evolved into ornamentation purposes common people for daily use. Currently, tokogei and became popular during the Heian the quality of the wisteria used have become popular in the turn of the Period (794― as conventional household furniture, for its pliant, 18th Century. 1185), competed lightweight but durable and sturdy characteristics. Making good use by the imperial of the superior courtship for its moisture-proof splendor. Edo shishu ■ Main Areas of Manufacture and fireproof flourished in the Adachi Ward, Taito Ward, Toshima Ward, etc. qualities of Edo Period (1603 paulownia wood, ―1868) among the kiri-dansu the common people is a household who ornamented item that freely their clothes with uses traditional embroidery. techniques, while maintaining the unique elegance and grace.

■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Arakawa Ward, Taito Ward, Ward, etc. Adachi Ward, Shinjuku Ward, Koto Ward, etc.

4 Edo Moku-Chokoku Tokyo Chokin Tokyo Uchihamono WOOD SCULPTURES METAL CARVINGS HAND FORGED CUTTERS ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics It is said that the history of moku-chokoku began The chokin craft possesses an eternal history. Carrying over the traditional art and techniques when it was introduced to Japan along with Originating in the Kofun Period (ca 300― of the sword falconers of the Edo Period (1603― Buddhism. In the Heian Period (794―1185), 710), chokin decorates containers, ornaments, 1868), the high quality and professionally made Buddhist images were carved, which later developed accessories and tools for Buddhism and the Shinto uchihamono products of the present-day Tokyo to accommodate the architectural sculptures of the religion. Chokin adds integrity and elegance while falconers are praised by modern day craftsmen Edo Period (1603―1868). With the westernization it sufficiently draws out the characteristics of the of other professions. These works are favored as of Japan, decorative carvings expanded to ornament mounted material. practical items that craftsmen find indispensable such objects as household furniture. Its craft style and easy to adapt to. emphasizes delicacy, exquisiteness and neatness. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Katsushika Ward, Adachi Ward, Taito Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Bunkyo Ward, Adachi Ward, etc. Adachi Ward, Arakawa Ward, Taito Ward, etc.

Edo Hyogu Tokyo Shamisen Edo Fude SCROLL MOUNTS THREE-STRINGED GUITAR HANDMADE WRITING BRUSHES ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics The techniques of picture and paper mounting The original shamisen is the sangen (three-stringed Around 610, a priest from Kokuri of the Korean were introduced from China along with Buddhism. instrument) of China. At the end of the 14th Century, during Peninsula introduced the method of manufacturing Following this and with the change of lifestyles, the Eiroku Era (1558―1570) of the Muromachi Period ink and paper. This marked the beginning of the fude it became a tool (1392―1568), suzuri (ink stones). In mid-Edo Period (1603―1868), for preserving and this instrument was the demand for fude increased when the trader appreciating writings introduced from Gen community developed, along with the increase in the and paintings. (former name for number of terakoya (elementary schools). It was then One of the typical China) via the Ryukyu when the current major process of orimaze-ho (mixing mounting methods Islands to the method) started and the craftsmen's skill improved. of Edo hyogu port of Osaka. The ■ Main Areas of Manufacture called the kakejiku renowned priest Taito Ward, Toshima Ward, Nerima Ward, etc. (scroll hanging) is Biwa performed appreciated for its the instrument to shorter, simpler, accompany the kouta plaincolored design. (Japanese ballads) and odori-uta (dance songs). The entire craft of the Tokyo shamisen (excluding the base) is done by one craftsman. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Ota Ward, Koto Ward, Taito Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Toshima Ward, Bunkyo Ward, etc.

Tokyo Mujizome Tokyo Koto Edo Karakami UNFIGURED DYEING JAPANESE HARP PATTERNED PAPER FOR SLIDING DOORS ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics Among all dyeing methods, mujizome is the most During the Nara Period (710―784), the koto was The history of karakami began in the Heian Period basic method. It began with the coloring of cloth introduced from China to the Japanese Court. The (794―1185) as the imitation of the screens made using plant dyes. Indigo and safflowers were original Japanese koto is the Tsukushi koto (harp in China. Edo became the largest consumption area introduced along with Buddhism, and the dyeing of Tsukushi Province) devised during the Azuchi- for karakami. From there, Edo karakami emerged technique was established during the Nara and Momoyama Period (1568―1600). Later, Fusakichi using such techniques as nassen-zuri (patterned Heian Periods (710―784/794―1185). During the Shigemoto made extensive improvements on the textile printing), hake-biki (brush drawing) and Edo Period (1603―1868), mujizome with colors length, breadth, warp and plectrums of the harp, sunago-buri (gold dust sprinkling). such as bluish-purple was widely preferred among which created the featured tone quality and volume the common people. that characterizes the Tokyo koto. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Shinjuku ward, Nakano ward, Suginami ward. Bunkyo Ward, Suginami Ward, Ward, etc. Edogawa Ward, Nerima Ward, Bunkyo Ward, etc.

5 Edo Moku-Hanga Tokyo Shippo Tokyo Teue Brush WOODBLOCK PRINT CLOISONNE ENAMEL WARE HANDMADE BRUSHES ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics The history of moku-hanga is very long. Ban-e (motifs The Japanese Shippo (cloisonne ware) craft was With the opening of Japan to the world in the mid-19th represented on costumes) are stored in the Seisho- already established during the Nara Period (710― Century, there was a need to provide brushes (for clothing, in Treasure House of Nara. Moku-hanga reached its 784). Shogunate-appointed Doujin Hirata first made horses and etc.) to the Europeans who came to Japan. stage of completion during the Edo Period (1603― Tokyo shippo to craft sword guards and harnesses. The Later, when the Shogunate and Han (feudal domains) 1868) when the divided labor system of painters, family kept the imported techniques a family secret up adopted the western military system, and established sculptors and printers was formed and when until the Meiji Period (1868―1912) when they began the Chindai (the later Shidan/Division), it also brought the moku-hanga printers like Utamaro and Hiroshige apprenticeships. The Meiji era brought medal craft into development of the brush manufacturing industry. Compared established a method to convey fi ne expressions. the craftsmanship, which contributed to the current to machine-made brushes, the handmade brushes are craftsmanship of badges, medals and accessories. dense, while complying with various shapes of brush heads. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Taito Ward, Arakawa Ward, Buknyo Ward etc. Taito Ward, Arakawa Ward, Kita Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Sumida Ward, Arakawa Ward, etc.

Edo Glassware Edo Tegaki Chochin ■ This is the mark GLASSWARE HAND-PAINTED PAPER LANTERN of the Traditional ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics Craft Products Glassmaking has a long history in Japan with the oldest It is said that the basket lantern of the Muromachi designated by Tokyo artifacts found from the Yayoi Pottery Culture Period (300BC Period in the first 16th century is an origin and it Metropolitan Government and ―AD300). Edo glassmaking began in early 18th Century is Edo period that the lantern became common. manufacturing mirrors, eyeglasses, chopsticks, furin (wind Characters that are which mark is designed with the chimes) and etc. In Modern glassware history, glassware drawn on the lantern crest of Tokyo Metropolis and for daily use, bottles, and even laboratory glassware are called Edo letters, ’伝’ the fi rst letter of Traditional were manufactured. Introduction of European techniques devised and crafted modernized the craft in the early Meiji Period (1868―1912), in putting lines and Crafts in Japanese. It is put on hence then developed as another local industry of Tokyo. balancing so they the product stood the test of ■ Main Areas of Manufacture are easily read from a traditional crafts. Sumida Ward, Koto Ward, Edogawa Ward, etc. distance.

■ Main Areas of Manufacture Taito Ward, Arakawa Ward, Sumida Ward, etc.

TRADITIONAL CRAFTS OF TOKYO

Over many years, traditional crafts of Tokyo have been nurtured by the local natural environment and history. They are the products of traditional techniques and methods that have lasted through generations. Traditional craft, compared to that of mass, uniform productions, enriches and enhances our lives with their unique simplicity, coziness, and excellence. As a local production that takes root in a particular district, traditional crafts not only contributes greatly to the development of the local economy, but also is the vital member of the local culture.

6 A list of Tokyo Traditional object of Industrial Art Designation

Date Craft Articles Names of Associations Phone number Address designated by Tokyo Metropolitan Government (Designated by state) Murayama-Oshima Tsumugi Murayama Textile December 24, 1982 1 042(560)0031 2-1, Honcho 2-chome, Musashimurayama-shi, Tokyo 208-0004 (Textured Silk Pongee) Cooperative Association (February 17, 1975) Tokyo Some-Komon Tokyo Order-Made Dyeing December 24, 1982 2 03(3208)1521 20-12, Nishiwaseda 3-chome,Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0051 (Fine Patterned Dyeing) Association (June 2, 1976) Honba Kihachijo Kihachijo Cooperative December 24, 1982 3 04996(7)0516 346-1, Kashitate, Hachijo-machi, Tokyo 100-1621 (Silk Fabric Of Hachijo Island) Association (October 14, 1977) Edo Kimekomi Ningyo Tokyo Hina Doll Tosho Center Bldg, 4F, 1-9, Yanagibashi 2-chome,Taito-ku, December 24, 1982 4 03(3861)3950 (Posted Material Doll) Manufacturing Association Tokyo 111-0052 (February 6, 1978) Tokyo,Gold And Silver Ware December 24, 1982 5 Tokyo Ginki (Silverware) 03(3831)3317 24-4, Higashiueno 2-chome, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0015 Manufacturing Association (January 12, 1979) Tokyo Tegaki Yuzen Tokyo Kogei Senshoku December 24, 1982 6 03(3953)8843 21-6, Nakaochiai 3-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 161-0032 (Hand-painted Kimono) Cooperative Association (March 3, 1980) Tama Ori (Tama Weave) Manufacturing Cooperative December 24, 1982 7 042(624)8800 11-2,Hachimancho,Hachioji-shi,Tokyo 192-0053 (Hachioji Textile Fabric) Association (March 3, 1980) Tokyo Kumihimo Edo Kumihimo c/o Kiryudo CO., LTD, 27-6, Kiyokawa 1-chome,Taito-ku, Tokyo 8 03(3873)2105 February 4, 1982 (Braided Cords) Manufacturing Guild 111-0022 Tokyo Lacquerware c/o Tamagawa Shikki CO.,LTD 15,Kandatsukasamachi 9 Edo Shikki (Lacquer Ware) 03(3293)2501 February 4, 1982 Cooperative Association 2-chome,Chiyoda-ku,Tokyo 101-0048 Tokyo Bekko (Tortoiseshell) c/o Bekko Isogai-kobo 32-4, Kameido 3-chome,Koto-ku, Tokyo 03(3682)4405 Cooperative Association 136-0071 Tokyo Bekko Crafts Industry c/o Bekko Isogai-kobo 32-4, Kameido 3-chome,Koto-ku, Tokyo 03(3682)4405 Edo Bekko Association 136-0071 10 February 4, 1982 (Tortoiseshell Products) Higashi-Nihon Bekko c/o Matsusen Bekko Seisakusho 20-1, Ichikawa 2-chome, 047(325)2166 Industrial Association Ichikawa-shi, -pref 272-0034 Tokyo Soshohins Cooperative 03(3862)4741 21-2, 3-chome, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0053 Association Tokyo Brush Manufacturing Tokyo Burashi Kaikan, 2-14, Azumabashi 2-chome,Sumida-ku, 11 Edo-Bake (Paint Brushes) 03(3622)5304 February 4, 1982 Association Tokyo 130-0001 Tokyo Karaki Butsudan Manufacturing 03(3620)1201 5-15, Ayase 3-chome, Adachi-ku, Tokyo 120-0005 Tokyo Butsudan Cooperative Association 12 December 24, 1982 (Buddhist Altars) Tokyo Religious Products 03(3542)5771 14-3, Ginza 7-chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061 Dealers Association Edo Tsumami-Kanzashi Tokyo Kamikazarihin c/o Ishiguroshoten 20-11, Kotobuki 3-chome, Taito-ku,Tokyo 13 03(3841)6747 December 24, 1982 (Hair Ornaments With Prongs) Manufacturing Association 111-0042 Tokyo Gakubuchi Tokyo Picture Frame Manufacturing c/o Mr.Tajima, 19-2, Asakusabashi 4-chome, Taito-ku,Tokyo 14 03(3851)9432 December 24, 1982 (Picture Frames) Cooperative Association 111-0053

15 Edo Zoge (Ivory Carvings) Tokyo Ivory Crafts Association 03(3841)2533 26-3, Nishiasakusa 3-chome, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0035 March 10, 1983

Edo Sashimono August 1, 1983 16 Edo Wood Joinery Association 03(3874)1504 c/o Mr.Toda, 9-17, Negishi 5-chome, Taito-ku,Tokyo 110-0003 (Wood Joinery) (May 14, 1997) Tokyo Reed Blinds Industry c/o Tanaka Seirensho, 18-6, Senzoku 1-chome, Taito-ku,Tokyo 17 Edo Sudare (Reed Blinds) 03(3873)4653 August 1, 1983 Association 111-0031 Edo Sarasa Tokyo Order-Made Dyeing 18 03(3208)1521 20-12, Nishiwaseda 3-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0051 December 27, 1983 (Printed Silk Calico) Association Tokyo Honzome Yukata Kanto Chusen Manufacturing c/o Tokyo Wazarashi CO., LTD 14-9, Tateishi 4-chome, 19 03(3693)3333 December 27, 1983 (Indigo Dyed Summer Kimono) Cooperative Association Katsushika-ku, Tokyo 124-0012 Edo Wazao Edo Wazao Manufacturing November 1, 1984 20 03(3803)1893 11-14, Minamisenju 5-chome, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo 116-0003 (Japanese Fishing Rods) Cooperative Association (May 20, 1991) Edo Ishogi Ningyo Tokyo Hina Dolls Tosho Center Bldg, 4F, 1-9, Ya nagibashi 2-chome,Taito-ku, November 1, 1984 21 03(3861)3950 (Costumed Dolls) Manufacturing Association Tokyo 111-0052 (March 9, 2007) ※ Edo Kiriko Tokyo Cut Grass Manufacturing July 15, 1985 22 03(3681)0961 9-6-101, Kameido 2-chome, Koto-ku, Tokyo 136-0071 (Faceted Glassware) Cooperative Association (January 30, 2002) Edo Oshie Hagoita Tokyo Hina Dolls Tosho Center Bldg, 4F, 1-9, Ya nagibashi 2-chome,Taito-ku, 23 03(3861)3950 July 15, 1985 (Padded Collage Paddles) Manufacturing Association Tokyo 111-0052 Tokyo Hina Dolls Tosho Center Bldg, 4F, 1-9, Ya nagibashi 2-chome,Taito-ku, July 18, 1986 24 Edo Katchu (Warrior Armor) 03(3861)3950 Manufacturing Association Tokyo 111-0052 (March 9, 2007) ※ Rattan Manufacturing c/o Konishi Trading CO., LTD 30-6, Yanagibashi 1-chome, 25 Tokyo Tokogei (Cane Ware) 03(3862)3101 July 18, 1986 Cooperative Association Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0052 Tokyo Kiridansu Tokyo Paulownia Chest c/o Kawamata Kiritansu-ten, 13-15, Higashinippori 6-chome, 26 03(3806)1664 July 27, 1987 (Paulownia Chest) Manufacturing Cooperative Association Arakawa-ku, Tokyo 116-0014 Tokyo Embroidery c/o Mr.Kaitani, 39-4-404 Nihonbashi Hakosakicho,Chuo-ku, 27 Edo Shishu (Embroidery) 03(3668)4856 July 27, 1987 Cooperative Association Tokyo 103-0015 Edo Moku-Chokoku Edo Wood Carving /Japan Wood c/o Mr., 1-2-315, Nishishinkoiwa 1-chome, 28 03(3691)7154 July 29, 1988 (Wood Sculptures) Carving Federation Katsushika-ku, Tokyo 124-0025 c/o Mr.Ogawa, 8-13, Wada 3-chome Suginami-ku,Tokyo 29 Tokyo Chokin (Metal Carvings) Japan Metal Carving Guild 03(3381)9859 July 29, 1988 166-0012 Tokyo Uchihamono Tokyo Cutlery Industrial 30 03(6904)1080 26-18-101, narimasu 2-chome, -ku, Tokyo 175-0094 July 26, 1989 (Hand Forged Cutters) Association Tokyo Scroll Mounts Interior 31 Edo Hyogu (Scroll Mounts) 03(3261)1037 4, Kojimachi 3-chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0083 July 26, 1989 Cultural Association Tokyo Shamisen Tokyo Japanese Musical c/o Mukoyama Gakkiten 1-17, Hirai 4-chome, Edogawa-ku,Tokyo 32 03(5836)5663 August 9, 1990 (Three-Stringed Guitar) Instruments Association 132-0035 Edo Fude Tokyo Stationery Industrial 33 03(3864)4391 3-14, Asakusabashi 1-chome Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0053 August 9, 1990 (Handmade Writing Brushes) Association Tokyo Mujizome Tokyo Order-Made Dyeing 34 03(3208)1521 20-12, Nishiwaseda 3-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0051 August 15, 1991 (Unfi gured Dyeing) Association Tokyo Koto Tokyo Japanese Musical c/o Mukoyama Gakkiten 1-17, Hirai 4-chome, Edogawa-ku,Tokyo 35 03(5836)5663 August 15, 1991 (Japanese Harp) Instruments Association 132-0035 Edo Karakami Edo Karakami Cooperative c/o Tokyo Matsuya Showroom, 1-3, Higashiueno 6-chome, August 20, 1992 36 03(3842)3785 (Patterned Paper For Sliding Doors) Association Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0015 (May 13, 1999) Edo Moku-hanga Tokyo Traditional Wood-Block Hirohashi Bldg, 2F, 1-6, Yushima 1-chome, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo December 17, 1993 37 03(3526)3678 (Woodblock Print) Print Craft Association 113-0034 (March 9, 2007) Tokyo Shippo Tokyo Shippo Industry c/o Sakamorishippokougeiten, 2-1, Motoasakusa 38 03(3844)8251 January 25, 2002 (Cloisonne Enamel Ware) Association 1-chome,Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0041 Tokyo Teue Brush Tokyo Brush Manufacturing Tokyo Burashi Kaikan, 2-14, Azumabashi 2-chome,Sumida-ku, 39 03(3622)5304 January 25, 2002 (Handmade Brushes) Association Tokyo 130-0001 Glassware Manufacturing 40 Edo Glassware (GlassWare) 03(3631)4181 36-6, Ryogoku 4-chome, Sumida-ku, Tokyo 130-0026 January 25, 2002 Association Edo Tegaki Chochin Tokyo Paper Lantern c/o Hanatou 25-6, 2-chome, Taito-ku, Tokyo 41 03(3841)6411 December 19, 2007 (Hand-painted Paper Lantern) Manufacturing Guild 111-0032

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