The Kikuchi Beinnale XI at the Tomo Museum The Tomo Museum’s Eleventh Kikuchi Biennale This international ceramics competition only takes place every two years, but when it does, it never fails to knock my socks off. Every single piece is utterly unique and an exquisite example of the ceramicist’s technical mastery, while showcasing an incrediblyContinueContinue reading “Epic Ceramics Show Returns!”
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Stunning woodblock prints capture the joy of Japanese festivals
Special Days in Tokyo: A Decorated City and Its People This special exhibit at the Kokugakuin Museum features rare examples of woodblock prints from the 1800s that are so perfectly preserved, the brilliant colors look like they were printed yesterday! They depict the citizenry having fun, watching impromptu skits at the Niwaka Festival in Yoshiwara…ContinueContinue reading “Stunning woodblock prints capture the joy of Japanese festivals”
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