5 crafts designated by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
Vibrant printed silk from Chichibu, Saitama, beloved in the Taisho and Showa eras for bold graphic patterns. Now enjoying a major revival among modern fashion lovers.
Exquisite Edo-period dolls with fabric tucked into grooves carved into a wooden body, producing beautifully detailed figures used as festival decorations and gifts.
Traditional Japanese split-toe tabi foot coverings from Gyoda, Saitama, the nation's leading production center making tabi for kimono, martial arts, and stage performance.
Celebrated festival dolls from Iwatsuki, Saitama, including hina dolls and samurai dolls crafted with extraordinary detail by artisans in Japan's top doll-making district.
Lightweight yet fire-resistant paulownia wood chests from Kasukabe, Saitama, traditionally used to store kimonos and valuables. Prized for humidity regulation and beauty.