Bamboo Artists in Chugoku

Chugoku has long been a center for exceptional bamboo arts, where a bridge between eastern and western Japanese traditions shapes artistic expression. The bamboo craftspeople featured here embody bamboo craft traditions refined over centuries in western Honshū. Each artist brings mastery of splitting, weaving, and plaiting techniques combined with the distinctive qualities that define Chugoku craftsmanship. Explore their works to discover how refined bamboo artistry continues to thrive in this remarkable region.