Bamboo Artists in Shikoku

Shikoku has long been a center for exceptional bamboo arts, where mountainous landscapes and spiritual traditions shapes artistic expression. The bamboo craftspeople featured here embody bamboo craft traditions refined over centuries in Japan's island of pilgrimage. Each artist brings mastery of splitting, weaving, and plaiting techniques combined with the distinctive qualities that define Shikoku craftsmanship. Explore their works to discover how refined bamboo artistry continues to thrive in this remarkable region.