Itaya Zaiku: Itaya Bark Craft
July 21, 2015Itaya craft is one of Akita prefecture designated traditional crafts, which is made in Kumoshikari District, Kakunodate Town, Semboku City.
Their characteristics are lightness, strength, and their color, which will gradually change to beautiful amber over time.
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[Akita Prefecture Designated Traditional Handicraft]
Source: Industrial Development Promotion Division (Akita Prefectural Government)
Translation by: Aki Tobayama
Also please visit:
Japanese Traditional Crafts Resource Center
Japanese Traditional Arts Resource Center
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