Ota Craftsmen
Craftsmen from all walks of life ply their trade in Ota City. Enjoy a glimpse into their world—the techniques these local craftsmen employ and the unique products they create.
Tadashi Taniguchi,
Kimuraya Taniguchi-shoten (Kamata)
The Secret behind the Sparkle of Amanatto
To gauge the precise moment when a lid must be removed from a simmering pot of beans requires the seasoned intuition of a master craftsman.
>>Click here to learn more about Ataru Taniguchi
Kazuhiko Watanabe,
Okashitsukasa Watanabe (Magome)
The Art of Wrapping Sweetness
With untiring devotion to the mantra “our job is to provide satisfaction to our customers,” we strive to wrap true sweetness into our sweets.
>>Click here to learn more about Kazuhiko Watanabe
Yoko Minami,
Minami-shishu (Kamata)
The Warmth Felt from Embroidery
“Is it my calling in life? Perhaps. If nothing else, it’s fascinating work that I really enjoy.”
>>Click here to learn more about Yoko Minami
Satoshi Nabetani,
Toa-garasu-kogei (Rokugo)
A Look at the Beauty of Glass, Concealed in Its Facets
From timeless classics to the height of innovation, explore the inexhaustible variety of faceted glass objects.
>>Click here to learn more about Satoshi Nabetani
Ryuji Suzuki,
Harris Foods (Kamata)
Noodles Crafted with Care: a Labor of Love
“Noodles taste better if you take a more hands-on approach when making them,” insists Master Suzuki.
>>Click here to learn more about Ryuji Suzuki
Takao Ito,
Ishimuraya (Magome)
Carrying the Profound Appeal of Tradition into the Future
“True craftsmanship can’t be taught, so it can’t be passed on. It’s more of a reflective sensitivity.”
>>Click here to learn more about Takao Ito
Kazushige Barata,
Miuraya Chochin-ten (Omori)
Seeking Your Own Unique Calligraphic Style
These lanterns, once used in every Japanese household, are now almost nowhere to be found.
>>Click here to learn more about Kazushige Ibarata
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