Bamboo Artists in Kinki

Kinki has long been a center for exceptional bamboo arts, where a thousand years as Japan's imperial and cultural center shapes artistic expression. The bamboo craftspeople featured here embody bamboo craft traditions refined over centuries in Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara. Each artist brings mastery of splitting, weaving, and plaiting techniques combined with the distinctive qualities that define Kinki craftsmanship. Explore their works to discover how refined bamboo artistry continues to thrive in this remarkable region.