Bamboo Artists in West Japan

West Japan has long been a center for exceptional bamboo arts, where centuries of cultural exchange with continental Asia shapes artistic expression. The bamboo craftspeople featured here embody bamboo craft traditions refined over centuries in Kyūshū and surrounding areas. Each artist brings mastery of splitting, weaving, and plaiting techniques combined with the distinctive qualities that define West Japan craftsmanship. Explore their works to discover how refined bamboo artistry continues to thrive in this remarkable region.