Journeys in Japan Season 6 Artisans and Beauty: Koshu, Yamanashi 2015
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Koshu is the former name for Yamanashi Prefecture. In feudal times, it was the base for the powerful Takeda warlords and many traditional crafts date back to that era. Koshu Inden is a way of decorating deerskin with designs in lacquer. Fine washi paper is used for calligraphy. And nishikigoi (varicolored carp) are often considered living artworks. Woodblock print artist David Bull visits the Koshu area to discover this world of natural beauty and artisan skill.
- Released: 2015-12-01
- Runtime: 28 minutes
- Genre: Documentary
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