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Published by Commerce and Industry Division Bureau of Industrial and Labor Aff airs Tokyo Metropolitan Government July,2018 Edition (30)92 Murayama-Oshima Tsumugi Tokyo Some-Komon Honba Kihachijo TEXTURED SILK PONGEE TOKYO FINE-PATTERNED DYEING SILK FABRICS FROM 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 o f 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). I n simple color. After the mid- the mid-Edo ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Edo Period, the Period (1603- Shinjuku Ward, Ward, Ward, etc. patterns changed -1868), the to solid stripes thickly woven and cross-stripe kasuri became patterns i n 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 a s (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 WOVEN FABRICS BRAIDED CORDS LACQUERWARE ■ 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 in 1590 and invited lacquer craft were introduced. In the beginning of the 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 i n 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 i s and high degree supported b y of elegance. the traditional techniques and history. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Hachioji City Taito Ward, Ward, Kita Ward, etc.

2 Murayama-Oshima Tsumugi Tokyo Some-Komon Honba Kihachijo Edo Bekko Edo-Bake Tokyo Butsudan TEXTURED SILK PONGEE TOKYO FINE-PATTERNED DYEING SILK FABRICS FROM HACHIJO ISLAND TORTOISESHELL PRODUCTS EDO BRUSHES BUDDHIST ALTARS ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ 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 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 originates from the weaving of cross kasuri which Muromachi Period (1392―1568). During the Edo fabric from the Island of Hachijo-jima was presented 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- 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 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 crib kasuri (formal upper garments) for Daimyo (feudal lords) woven from the the Edo Period (1603―1868) with the introduction (1603―1868). There are seven kinds of Edo-bake of Buddhism, cabinet-makers devoted themselves which emerged began in the region, forming a place of production. beginning o f of the technique to combine pieces together. including paperhanger's brushes and dyeing brushes. solely to the butsudan craft. It is said that from around Tempo Ise paper patterns were used for the dyeing. It has the Edo Period 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 Era year 5 a dignified style with fine geometric pattern and (1603― 1868). ornamentation using the makie technique (sprinkled support the Japanese culture. fully uses the woodwork for the plain pattern that (1840). I n simple color. After the mid- picture), sculpture and inlay, used for items such as wholly conveys the Edo temperament. the mid-Edo ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Edo Period, the spectacle frames. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Period (1603- Shinjuku Ward, Setagaya Ward, Nerima Ward, etc. patterns changed ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Taito Ward, Arakawa Ward, Adachi Ward, etc. -1868), the to solid stripes Bunkyo Ward, Taito Ward, Sumida Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Sumida Ward, Shinjuku Ward, etc. thickly woven and cross-stripe kasuri became patterns i n 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 Edo Tsumami-Kanzashi Tokyo Gakubuchi Edo Zoge POSTED MATERIAL DOLL SILVERWARE HAND-PAINTED KIMONO ORNAMENTAL HAIRPINS PICTURE FRAMES IVORY CARVINGS ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ 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 Miyazaki established yuzen-zome The craft of the tsumami-kanzashi began during Frames engraved with features and mounting that The techniques of zoge carving were introduced Shrines in Kyoto. The doll is made by first carving to 916 when Engishiki (procedures of the Engi (yuzen dyeing) during the Edo Period (1603― 1868). 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). 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 tsumamikanzashi had first emerged in the Kyoto- referred to as Japanese frames. Western frames During the Azuchi-Momoyama Period (1568― into the grooves. Dolls made in Tokyo vary to those ―1868), it was also widely used among the Daimyo-held area then were first made during the Meiji Period (1868― 1600), it was also made in Kyoto with its slender face and delicate common people. Today, Tokyo is the main area of dyers moved was passed on to 1912) to meet the needs of western painters. used for netsuke facial features. manufacture. Various items are made by various to Edo (later Edo. Today, however, Today, frames of a newer taste have developed while (ornamental soldering techniques of tankin (hammering), chokin renamed a s Tokyo is the main making good use of the traditional lacquer craft buttons). The (chiseling), and kiribame (cut & overlay). Tokyo). The area of production. techniques of to accommodate the changes features of zoge ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture nobility of its As hair accessory with time. are widely adored Taito Ward, Sumida Ward, Arakawa Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Arakawa Ward, Bunkyo Ward, etc. design and the for women, it sets ■ Main Areas of Manufacture with the smooth lighter tones off clothes including Taito Ward, Ward, Arakawa Ward, etc. texture, beautiful used within kimono worn at New gloss, lightness the reserve Year's, Coming of apt for handicrafts are the main Age Day, Shichi- and a semi-opaque, characteristics go-san (festival for milky white shade. of the yuzen- children aged 3 , zome. 5, and 7) and for Japanese dances.

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

Tama Ori Tokyo Kumihimo Edo Shikki Edo Sashimono Edo Sudare Edo Sarasa TAMA WOVEN FABRICS BRAIDED CORDS LACQUERWARE WOOD JOINERY EDO-STYLE BLINDS PRINTED SILK CALICO ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ 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 As the consumer lifestyle developed during the During the Heian Period (794―1185), sudare blinds Sarasa was brought to Japan during the Muromachi Bunsei Era (1818―1829), various techniques Period (1603―1868). Manufacture thrived when the Edo Castle in 1590 and invited lacquer craft Genroku Period (1688―1704), joinery was already were used in court, but they are currently known from Period (1392―1568). Its import increased during were introduced. In the beginning of the Meiji Period demand for arms increased with the establishment of from Kyoto. After the Kyoho Era (1716―1735), 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 (1868―1912), the Shogunate. it became popular as an everyday article for the from larger cabinet-making crafts. Samurai families, that the main dyeing began and many of these Kumihimo further common people. Edo shikki is characterized as the merchants, and theatrical actors made Edo technique was dyers specializing techniques and developed i n tableware product for commercial use, such as soba sashimono makers very busy. Edo sashimono is established in in the technique methods became detail with the dishes. The make is durable and practical. manufactured without using nails while freely using the beginning started to appear. commonly addition of wabi- a technique of hiding secret storage spaces within of the Edo In leaf and floral used. Textures sabi (concepts the joinery. Period (1603 designs, it uses of Omeshi- of elegance ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ―1868) and over 30 stencils, ori (silk crepe and simplicity). Taito Ward, Chuo Ward, Adachi Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Arakawa Ward, Koto Ward, etc. that there were layering the colors weave), tsumugi Even today, blind makers carefully with a (pongee), and kumihimo retains specializing in paintbrush to make kasuri (hazed the traditional the craft. The a 3-dimensional patterns) have features of grace raw materials look. Sarasa style that i s and high degree used bestow has its unique supported b y of elegance. an interesting characteristics the traditional feature to the with its depth of techniques and product. color. history. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas off MManufacturef t ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Hachioji City Taito Ward, Suginami Ward, Kita Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Minato Ward Shinjuku Ward, Toshima Ward, Arakawa Ward, etc.

2 3 Tokyo Honzome Yukata· Tenugui Edo Wazao Edo Ishogi Ningyo INDIGO-DYED SUMMER KIMONO BAMBOO 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, Katsushika Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Katsushika Ward, Arakawa Ward, etc. Edogawa Ward, Sumida Ward, Taito Ward, etc.

Edo Kiriko Edo Oshie Hagoita Edo Katchu CUT 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 stag e 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 t o 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 Edo Shishu Edo Moku-Chokoku RATTAN CRAFT EMBROIDERY WOOD SCULPTURES ■ History and Characteristicss ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics Long ago, sawed wisteria was used for bows for The oldest existing embroidery in Japan is that It is said that the history of moku-chokoku began samurai during the civil war, but it is in the latter of the Asuka Period (mid-6th Century―710). when it was introduced to Japan along with period of Edo that it became popular among the The shishu evolved into ornamentation purposes Buddhism. In the Heian Period (794―1185), common people for daily use. Currently, tokogei and during the Heian Buddhist images were carved, which later developed the quality of the wisteria used have become popular Period (794― to accommodate the architectural sculptures of the as conventional household furniture, for its pliant, 1185), competed Edo Period (1603―1868). With the westernization lightweight but durable and sturdy characteristics. by the imperial of Japan, decorative carvings expanded to ornament courtship for its such objects as household furniture. Its craft style splendor. Edo shishu emphasizes delicacy, exquisiteness and neatness. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture flourished in the ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Adachi Ward, Taito Ward, Toshima Ward, etc. Edo Period (1603 Katsushika Ward, Adachi Ward, Taito Ward, etc. ― 1868) among the common people who ornamented their clothes with embroidery.

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

4 Tokyo Honzome Yukata· Tenugui Edo Wazao Edo Ishogi Ningyo Tokyo Chokin Tokyo Uchihamono Edo Hyogu INDIGO-DYED SUMMER KIMONO BAMBOO FISHING RODS COSTUMED DOLLS METAL CHASING HAND-FORGED BLADES SCROLL MOUNTINGS ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ 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 The chokin craft possesses an eternal history. Carrying over the traditional art and techniques The techniques of picture and paper mounting from yukatabira (a bathrobe) in the Heian period. (jointed fishing rods) began in the Kyoho Era displayed in March, May and Ichimatsu dolls, etc. Originating in the Kofun Period (ca 300― of the sword falconers of the Edo Period (1603― were introduced from China along with Buddhism. 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 710), chokin decorates containers, ornaments, 1868), the high quality and professionally made Following this and with the change of lifestyles, 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- accessories and tools for Buddhism and the Shinto uchihamono products of the present-day Tokyo it became a tool clothes later. The unique way of dyeing called the emergence of prominent products. The most ei Era (1624―1644) of the Edo Period (1603― religion. Chokin adds integrity and elegance while falconers are praised by modern day craftsmen for preserving and 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 it sufficiently draws out the characteristics of the of other professions. These works are favored as appreciating writings 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 mounted material. practical items that craftsmen find indispensable and paintings. hand towel), another product of Tokyo patterndyeing. fi nish that highlights the bamboo's exterior surface. its modern day sense of beauty and loveliness. and easy to adapt to. One of the typical mounting methods ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture of Edo hyogu Edogawa Ward, Adachi Ward, Katsushika Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Katsushika Ward, Arakawa Ward, etc. Edogawa Ward, Sumida Ward, Taito Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Bunkyo Ward, Adachi Ward, etc. Adachi Ward, Arakawa Ward, Taito Ward, etc. called the kakejiku (scroll hanging) is appreciated for its shorter, simpler, plaincolored design.

■ Main Areas of Manufacture Ota Ward, Koto Ward, Taito Ward, etc.

Edo Kiriko Edo Oshie Hagoita Edo Katchu Tokyo Shamisen Edo Fude Tokyo Mujizome CUT GLASSWARE PADDED COLLAGE PADDLES WARRIOR ARMOR THREE-STRINGED MUSICAL INSTRUMENT HANDMADE CALLIGRAPHY BRUSHES PLAIN DYEING ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ 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 The original shamisen is the sangen (three-stringed Around 610, a priest from Kokuri of the Korean Among all dyeing methods, mujizome is the most 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 instrument) of China. At the end of the 14th Century, during Peninsula introduced the method of manufacturing basic method. It began with the coloring of cloth 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 Eiroku Era (1558―1570) of the Muromachi Period ink and paper. This marked the beginning of the fude using plant dyes. Indigo and safflowers were The method that is currently used was established (genre painting) complicated (1392―1568), suzuri (ink stones). In mid-Edo Period (1603―1868), introduced along with Buddhism, and the dyeing in Meiji year 15 (1883). Its main feature is the many artists were active manufacturing this instrument was the demand for fude increased when the trader technique was established during the Nara and combinations of traditional faceted glass patterns and Hagoita with process, the introduced from Gen community developed, along with the increase in the Heian Periods (710―784/794―1185). During the such as the chrysanthemums and weaved basket kabuki actors features of the (former name for number of terakoya (elementary schools). It was then Edo Period (1603―1868), mujizome with colors patterns. on stag e gained katchu lie in the China) via the Ryukyu when the current major process of orimaze-ho (mixing such as bluish-purple was widely preferred among much popularity. compilation of Islands to the method) started and the craftsmen's skill improved. the common people. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Developing all techniques port of Osaka. The ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Koto Ward, Edogawa Ward, Sumida Ward, etc. accordingly with including metal renowned priest Taito Ward, Toshima Ward, Nerima Ward, etc. Shinjuku ward, Nakano ward, Suginami ward. the prosperity of work, lacquer Biwa performed the kabuki theater, ware, leather the instrument to people had become craft, and braided accompany the kouta familiar with the cords. (Japanese ballads) paddles as a good and odori-uta (dance luck charm t o songs). The entire celebrate the growth craft of the Tokyo of girls for New shamisen (excluding Years. the base) is done by one craftsman. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Sumida Ward, Koto Ward, Katsushika Ward, etc. Sumida Ward, Taito Ward, Bunkyo Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Toshima Ward, Bunkyo Ward, etc.

Tokyo Tokogei Edo Shishu Edo Moku-Chokoku Tokyo Koto Edo Karakami Edo Moku-Hanga RATTAN CRAFT EMBROIDERY WOOD SCULPTURES THIRTEEN-STRINGED MUSICAL INSTRUMENT HAND-MADE PATTERNED PAPER FOR INTERIORS WOODBLOCK PRINTS ■ History and Characteristicss ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics Long ago, sawed wisteria was used for bows for The oldest existing embroidery in Japan is that It is said that the history of moku-chokoku began During the Nara Period (710―784), the koto was The history of karakami began in the Heian Period The history of moku-hanga is very long. Ban-e (motifs samurai during the civil war, but it is in the latter of the Asuka Period (mid-6th Century―710). when it was introduced to Japan along with introduced from China to the Japanese Court. The (794―1185) as the imitation of the screens made represented on costumes) are stored in the Seisho- period of Edo that it became popular among the The shishu evolved into ornamentation purposes Buddhism. In the Heian Period (794―1185), original Japanese koto is the Tsukushi koto (harp in China. Edo became the largest consumption area in Treasure House of Nara. Moku-hanga reached its common people for daily use. Currently, tokogei and during the Heian Buddhist images were carved, which later developed of Tsukushi Province) devised during the Azuchi- for karakami. From there, Edo karakami emerged stage of completion during the Edo Period (1603― the quality of the wisteria used have become popular Period (794― to accommodate the architectural sculptures of the Momoyama Period (1568―1600). Later, Fusakichi using such techniques as nassen-zuri (patterned 1868) when the divided labor system of painters, as conventional household furniture, for its pliant, 1185), competed Edo Period (1603―1868). With the westernization Shigemoto made extensive improvements on the textile printing), hake-biki (brush drawing) and sculptors and printers was formed and when lightweight but durable and sturdy characteristics. by the imperial of Japan, decorative carvings expanded to ornament length, breadth, warp and plectrums of the harp, sunago-buri (gold dust sprinkling). moku-hanga printers like Utamaro and Hiroshige courtship for its such objects as household furniture. Its craft style which created the featured tone quality and volume established a method to convey fi ne expressions. splendor. Edo shishu emphasizes delicacy, exquisiteness and neatness. that characterizes the Tokyo koto. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture flourished in the ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Adachi Ward, Taito Ward, Toshima Ward, etc. Edo Period (1603 Katsushika Ward, Adachi Ward, Taito Ward, etc. Bunkyo Ward, Suginami Ward, Ward, etc. Edogawa Ward, Nerima Ward, Bunkyo Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Arakawa Ward, Buknyo Ward etc. ― 1868) among the common people who ornamented their clothes with embroidery.

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

4 5 Tokyo Shippo Tokyo Teue Brush Edo Glassware CLOISONNE ENAMELWARE HANDMADE BRUSHES GLASSWARE ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics The Japanese Shippo (cloisonne ware) craft was With the opening of Japan to the world in the mid-19th Glassmaking has a long history in Japan with the oldest already established during the Nara Period (710― Century, there was a need to provide brushes (for clothing, artifacts found from the Yayoi Pottery Culture Period (300BC 784). Shogunate-appointed Doujin Hirata first made horses and etc.) to the Europeans who came to Japan. ―AD300). Edo glassmaking began in early 18th Century Tokyo shippo to craft sword guards and harnesses. The Later, when the Shogunate and Han (feudal domains) manufacturing mirrors, eyeglasses, chopsticks, furin (wind family kept the imported techniques a family secret up adopted the western military system, and established chimes) and etc. In Modern glassware history, glassware until the Meiji Period (1868―1912) when they began the Chindai (the later Shidan/Division), it also brought the for daily use, bottles, and even laboratory glassware apprenticeships. The Meiji era brought medal craft into development of the brush manufacturing industry. Compared were manufactured. Introduction of European techniques the craftsmanship, which contributed to the current to machine-made brushes, the handmade brushes are modernized the craft in the early Meiji Period (1868―1912), craftsmanship of badges, medals and accessories. dense, while complying with various shapes of brush heads. hence then developed as another local industry of Tokyo. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture Taito Ward, Arakawa Ward, Kita Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Sumida Ward, Arakawa Ward, etc. Sumida Ward, Koto Ward, Edogawa Ward, etc.

Edo Tegaki Chochin Tokyo Yogasa ■ This is the mark HAND-PAINTED PAPER LANTERNS TOKYO UMBRELLA of the products ■ History and Characteristics designated as the It is said that the basket lantern of the Muromachi Traditional Crafts of Period in the first 16th century is an origin and it is Edo period that the lantern became common. Tokyo. It is designed with the Characters that are crest of Tokyo Metropolis and drawn on the lantern ‘伝’the first letter of Traditional are called Edo letters, Crafts in Japanese. It is put on devised and crafted in putting lines and the product stood the test of balancing so they traditional crafts. are easily read from a distance.

■History and Characteristics Tokyo Yogasa, which was introduced from West in the late Edo period, was begun to be produced by craftsmen of Tokyo with the Civilization and Enlightenment. With the charm of its beautiful finish and comfortable to use, both umbrella and parasol were spread from the Imperial Families and to ordinary people, and have been decorating our daily life. ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■Main Areas of Manufacture Taito Ward, Arakawa Ward, Sumida Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Chuo Ward, Kita Ward, etc.

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 Tokyo Shippo Tokyo Teue Brush Edo Glassware CLOISONNE ENAMELWARE HANDMADE BRUSHES GLASSWARE Associations of Traditonal Crafts of Tokyo ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics ■ History and Characteristics The Japanese Shippo (cloisonne ware) craft was With the opening of Japan to the world in the mid-19th Glassmaking has a long history in Japan with the oldest already established during the Nara Period (710― Century, there was a need to provide brushes (for clothing, artifacts found from the Yayoi Pottery Culture Period (300BC 784). Shogunate-appointed Doujin Hirata first made horses and etc.) to the Europeans who came to Japan. ―AD300). Edo glassmaking began in early 18th Century Date Tokyo shippo to craft sword guards and harnesses. The Later, when the Shogunate and Han (feudal domains) manufacturing mirrors, eyeglasses, chopsticks, furin (wind Name of Traditional Crafts Names of Associations Phone number Address designated by Tokyo Metropolitan Government (Designated by state) family kept the imported techniques a family secret up adopted the western military system, and established chimes) and etc. In Modern glassware history, glassware Murayama-Oshima Tsumugi Murayama Textile December 24, 1982 until the Meiji Period (1868―1912) when they began the Chindai (the later Shidan/Division), it also brought the for daily use, bottles, and even laboratory glassware 1 042（560）0031 2-1, Honcho 2-chome, Musashimurayama-shi, Tokyo 208-0004 (Textured Silk Pongee) Cooperative Association (February 17, 1975) apprenticeships. The Meiji era brought medal craft into development of the brush manufacturing industry. Compared were manufactured. Introduction of European techniques Tokyo Some-Komon Tokyo Order-Made Dyeing December 24, 1982 2 03（3208）1521 20-12, Nishiwaseda 3-chome,Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0051 the craftsmanship, which contributed to the current to machine-made brushes, the handmade brushes are modernized the craft in the early Meiji Period (1868―1912), (Tokyo Fine-Patterned Dyeing) Association (June 2, 1976) craftsmanship of badges, medals and accessories. dense, while complying with various shapes of brush heads. hence then developed as another local industry of Tokyo. Honba Kihachijo Kihachijo Cooperative December 24, 1982 3 04996(7）0516 346-1, Kashitate, Hachijo-machi, Tokyo 100-1621 ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■ Main Areas of Manufacture (Silk Fabrics From Hachijo Island) Association (October 14, 1977) Taito Ward, Arakawa Ward, Kita Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Sumida Ward, Arakawa Ward, etc. Sumida Ward, Koto Ward, Edogawa Ward, etc. 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 Hachioji Textile Fabric December 24, 1982 7 042（624）8800 11-2,Hachimancho,Hachioji-shi,Tokyo 192-0053 (Tama Woven Fabrics) Manufacturing Cooperative 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 9 Edo Shikki (Lacquerware) 03(5600)9401 21-9 Midori 2-chome, Sumida-ku, Tokyo 103-0021 February 4, 1982 Cooperative Association Tokyo Bekko (Tortoiseshell) Keshohin Kaikan, 10-5, 03(3823)0038 Cooperative Association Higashinihonbashi 2-chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0004 Tokyo Bekko Crafts Industry 03(3828)9870 22-8, Yanaka 3-chome, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0001 Edo Bekko Association 10 February 4, 1982 (Tortoiseshell Products) Higashi-Nihon Bekko Keshohin Kaikan, 10-5, 03(3823)0038 (June 18, 2015) Industrial Association Higashinihonbashi 2-chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0004 Tokyo Soshohins Cooperative 03（3863）4083 4-2, Kandasakumacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0025 Association Section 4 Tokyo Brush Manufacturing Tokyo Burashi Kaikan, 2-14, Azumabashi 2-chome,Sumida-ku, Edo Tegaki Chochin Tokyo Yogasa ■ This is the mark 11 Edo-Bake (Edo Brushes) 03（3622）5304 February 4, 1982 Association Tokyo 130-0001 HAND-PAINTED PAPER LANTERNS TOKYO UMBRELLA of the products Tokyo Karaki Butsudan Manufacturing 1F Copo Sumire, 9-32, Ayase 3-chome, Adachi-ku, 03（3620）1201 ■ History and Characteristics designated as the Tokyo Butsudan Cooperative Association Tokyo 120-0005 12 December 24, 1982 It is said that the basket lantern of the Muromachi (Buddhist Altars) Tokyo Religious Products Traditional Crafts of 03（3542）5771 14-3, Ginza 7-chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061 Period in the first 16th century is an origin and it Dealers Association is Edo period that the lantern became common. Tokyo. It is designed with the Edo Tsumami-Kanzashi Tokyo Kamikazarihin 13 03(3861)0522 9-10, Kojima 2-chome, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0056 December 24, 1982 Characters that are crest of Tokyo Metropolis and (Ornamental Hairpins) Manufacturing Association Tokyo Gakubuchi Tokyo Picture Frame Manufacturing c/o Mr.Tajima, 19-2, 4-chome, Taito-ku,Tokyo drawn on the lantern 14 03（3851）9432 December 24, 1982 ‘伝’the first letter of Traditional (Picture Frames) Cooperative Association 111-0053 are called Edo letters, Crafts in Japanese. It is put on devised and crafted 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 in putting lines and the product stood the test of Edo Sashimono Edo Sashimono Cooperative August 1, 1983 16 03（3801）8506 26-1, Arakawa 3-chome, Arakawa-ku,Tokyo 116-0002 balancing so they traditional crafts. (Wood Joinery) Association (May 14, 1997) are easily read from a Edo Sudare Tokyo Slatted Blinds Industry c/o Tanaka Seirensho, 18-6, Senzoku 1-chome, Taito-ku,Tokyo 17 03（3873）4653 August 1, 1983 distance. (Edo-Style Blinds) 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・Tenugui Kanto Chusen Manufacturing c/o Tokyo Wazarashi CO., LTD 14-9, Tateishi 4-chome, ■History and Characteristics 19 03（3693）3333 December 27, 1983 Tokyo Yogasa, which was introduced from West in the late (Indigo-Dyed Summer Kimono) Cooperative Association Katsushika-ku, Tokyo 124-0012 Edo Wazao c/o Saochu, 11-14, Minamisenju 5-chome, Arakawa-ku, November 1, 1984 Edo period, was begun to be produced by craftsmen of 20 Edo Wazao Association 03（3803）1893 (Bamboo Fishing Rods) Tokyo 116-0003 (May 20, 1991) Tokyo with the Civilization and Enlightenment. Edo Ishogi Ningyo Tokyo Hina Dolls Tosho Center Bldg, 4F, 1-9, Yanagibashi 2-chome,Taito-ku, November 1, 1984 21 03（3861）3950 With the charm of its beautiful finish and comfortable to (Costumed Dolls) Manufacturing Association Tokyo 111-0052 (March 9, 2007) ※ use, both umbrella and parasol were spread from the Edo Kiriko July 15, 1985 22 Edo Kiriko Association 03（3681）0961 18-10, Kameido 4-chome, Koto-ku, Tokyo 136-0071 Imperial Families and to ordinary people, and have been (Cut Glassware) (January 30, 2002) decorating our daily life. Edo Oshie Hagoita Tokyo Hina Dolls Tosho Center Bldg, 4F, 1-9, Yanagibashi 2-chome,Taito-ku, 23 03（3861）3950 July 15, 1985 ■ Main Areas of Manufacture ■Main Areas of Manufacture (Padded Collage Paddles) Manufacturing Association Tokyo 111-0052 Tokyo Hina Dolls Tosho Center Bldg, 4F, 1-9, Yanagibashi 2-chome,Taito-ku, July 18, 1986 Taito Ward, Arakawa Ward, Sumida Ward, etc. Taito Ward, Chuo Ward, Kita Ward, etc. 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 (Rattan Craft) 03（3862）3101 July 18, 1986 Cooperative Association Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0052 Tokyo Embroidery 26 Edo Shishu (Embroidery) 03(3881)3148 17-18 Senjumiyamotocho, Adachi-ku, Tokyo 120-0043 July 27, 1987 Cooperative Association Edo Moku-Chokoku Edo Wood Carving /Japan Wood c/o Sato Chokoku, 34-17, Adachi 1-chome, Adachi-ku, 27 03(3849)0217 July 29, 1988 (Wood Sculptures) Carving Federation Tokyo 120-0015

28 Tokyo Chokin (Metal Chasing) Japan Metal Carving Guild 03（3997）0718 15-4, Tanihara 3-chome Nerima-ku,Tokyo 177-0032 July 29, 1988

Tokyo Uchihamono Tokyo Cutlery Industrial 29 03（6904）1080 26-18-101, Narimasu 2-chome, -ku, Tokyo 175-0094 July 26, 1989 (Hand-Forged Blades) Association Over many years, traditional crafts of Tokyo have been nurtured by the local natural environment and history. Tokyo Scroll Mounts Interior Room 402, Dai 2 Higashi Building, 10-14, 30 Edo Hyogu (Scroll Mountings) 03(5826)1773 July 26, 1989 They are the products of traditional techniques and methods that have lasted through generations. Traditional Cultural Association Higashi- 4-chome, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0015 Tokyo Shamisen Tokyo Japanese Musical c/o Mukoyama Gakkiten 1-17, Hirai 4-chome, Edogawa-ku,Tokyo 31 03（5836）5663 August 9, 1990 craft, compared to that of mass, uniform productions, enriches and enhances our lives with their unique (Three-Stringed Musical Instrument) Instruments Association 132-0035 Edo Fude Tokyo Stationery Industrial 32 03（3864）4391 3-14, Asakusabashi 1-chome Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0053 August 9, 1990 simplicity, coziness, and excellence. (Handmade Calligraphy Brushes) Association Tokyo Mujizome Tokyo Order-Made Dyeing August 15, 1991 33 03（3208）1521 20-12, Nishiwaseda 3-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0051 As a local production that takes root in a particular district, traditional crafts not only contributes greatly to (Plain Dyeing) Association (November 30, 2017) Tokyo Koto Tokyo Japanese Musical c/o Mukoyama Gakkiten 1-17, Hirai 4-chome, Edogawa-ku,Tokyo 34 03（5836）5663 August 15, 1991 the development of the local economy, but also is the vital member of the local culture. (Thirteen-Stringed Musical Instrument) Instruments Association 132-0035 Edo Karakami (Hand-Made Edo Karakami Cooperative c/o Tokyo Matsuya Showroom, 1-3, Higashiueno 6-chome, August 20, 1992 35 03（3842）3785 Patterned Paper for Interiors) Association Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0015 (May 13, 1999) Edo Moku-hanga Tokyo Traditional Wood-Block December 17, 1993 36 03(3830)6780 4-19 Suido 2-chome, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 112-0005 (Woodblock Print) Print Craft Association (March 9, 2007) Tokyo Shippo Tokyo Shippo Craft c/o Sakamori Bijutsu Shippou Kougei Store, 37 03（3844）8251 January 25, 2002 (Cloisonne Enamelware) Association 2-1, Motoasakusa 1-chome,Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0041 Tokyo Teue Brush Tokyo Brush Manufacturing Tokyo Burashi Kaikan, 2-14, Azumabashi 2-chome,Sumida-ku, 38 03（3622）5304 January 25, 2002 (Handmade Brushes) Association Tokyo 130-0001 Glassware Manufacturing January 25, 2002 39 Edo Glassware (GlassWare) 03（3631）4181 36-6, Ryogoku 4-chome, Sumida-ku, Tokyo 130-0026 Association (November 26, 2014) Edo Tegaki Chochin Tokyo Paper Lantern 40 03(3801)4757 29-6 Minamisenju 2-chome, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo 116-0003 December 19, 2007 (Hand-Painted Paper Lanterns） Manufacturing Guild Tokyo Yogasa Tokyo Umbrella 41 03(3851)5328 8-1 Asakusabashi 5-chome, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0053 March 22, 2017 (Tokyo Umbrella） Association

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