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A brief introduction to Japanese folding fans (sensu). Features the names of the different fans used in Japan, from Hiougi used by Shinto priests to Mofukusen used in funerals. ENG | Traditional Arts | 11/29/2008 | Info | Review |
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A resource center directed by the Japan Times Ceramic Scene columnist. ENG | Traditional Arts | 09/24/2004 | Info | Review |
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Netsuke are beautifully carved toggles that were used to attach purses and the like to kimono. This site has excellent resources for collectors of netsuke. ENG | Traditional Arts | 11/24/2003 | Info | Review |
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Created by the Association for the Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries, the site introduces fifteen different craft categories in Japan, such as weaving, dyeing, dolls, lacquer, stone, wood and so on. It is a simple and easy to navigate site, but full of little treasures. ENG JPN | Traditional Arts | 03/04/2010 | Info | Review |
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A sample list of the traditional colors of Japan. Features the names and hex (html) codes imprinted onto the sample colors with names in kanji and hiragana. JPN | Traditional Arts | 12/21/2008 | Info | Review |
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Brief introduction to folding fans made by Kyoto artisans. ENG | Traditional Arts | 11/29/2008 | Info | Review |
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The world of Japanese coiffure. The website of the Tetsuo Ishihara Hairstyle Museum in Kyoto. Features lots of photos of how to create maiko hairstyles. JPN | Traditional Arts | 10/14/2007 | Info | Review |
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A very informative site with lots of descriptive information about Japanese swords (Nihonto). Especially helpful are the gallery, articles, and calendar of sword events. ENG | Traditional Arts | 11/24/2003 | Info | Review |
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Map of Japan showing the locations and names of traditional Japanese dyeing areas. JPN | Traditional Arts | 12/21/2008 | Info | Review |
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Amazing site about the Japanese sword. Covers everything from sword history to sword making. ENG | Traditional Arts | 11/24/2003 | Info | Review |