Handmade in Japan
The Pursuit of Perfection in Traditional Crafts
$108.00
- Hardcover
320 pages
- Release Date
12 August 2020
Summary
Over the course of centuries, Japan has developed a culture of the handmade known world-over for its quality, precision, and artistry. Today, these traditions are being kept alive by master artisans who have dedicated their lives to the stewardship of this irreplaceable cultural heritage.
Handmade in Japan takes the reader on a journey through the island nation, offering insight into its varied and fascinating culture and traditions, while also revealing the histories of its …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9783899559927 |
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| ISBN-10: | 3899559924 |
| Author: | Irwin Wong, gestalten |
| Publisher: | Die Gestalten Verlag |
| Imprint: | gestalten |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 320 |
| Release Date: | 12 August 2020 |
| Weight: | 1.93kg |
| Dimensions: | 38mm x 299mm x 234mm |
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“Taking us through the regions and highlighting the handicrafts associated with them (…) we get an insight into one of travel’s great cultural experiences.” – WANDERLUST
“a powerful volume” – FRIZZIFRIZZI– “frizzifrizzi, 07.10.2020”“an informative journey across Japan, rather than an encyclopedic volume of crafts.” – THE JAPAN TIMES– “The Japan Times, 10/24/20”“An elegant, inspiring book” – BOOKSELLER– “Bookseller, 02.06.20”“It’s hard to put your finger on why it’s so soothing to page through HANDMADE IN JAPAN (…). The Tokyo-based photographer Irwin Wong captures intimate moments of creation that satisfy the reader’s cravings for travel, escape and tactile design.” – THE NEW YORK TIMES– “The New York Times (US), 03.12.2020”“Photographer Irwin Wong documents the rich traditions of Japanese craftsmen” – TOKYO WEEKENDER– “Tokyo Weekender, 24.09.2020”“Taking us through the regions and highlighting the handicrafts associated with them (…) we get an insight into one of travel’s great cultural experiences.” – WANDERLUST– “Wanderlust (UK), May/June 2021”
About The Author
Irwin Wong
Irwin Wong is an editorial and commercial photographer based in Tokyo. Originally from Melbourne, Australia, he moved to Japan in 2005. He developed an interest in craftsmanship after photographing several artisans for work. His clients include Apple, The Washington Post, Forbes, and Nike.
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