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Discover the Art of Japanese Traditional Crafts

Kinkō · Tōkai

Metalwork Artists in Tokai

Tokai has long been a center for exceptional metal arts, where historic trade routes and diverse natural resources shapes artistic expression. The metalworkers and smiths featured here embody metalworking traditions refined over centuries in Aichi, Shizuoka, Gifu, and Mie prefectures. Each artist brings mastery of forging, casting, and chasing techniques combined with the distinctive qualities that define Tokai craftsmanship. Explore their works to discover how historic metalworking expertise continues to thrive in this remarkable region.

3 artists