Koishiwara Ware (called Koishiwara Yaki in Japanese) is a form of pottery produced in the Asakura district of Fukuoka prefecture. Since its creation, Koishiwara Ware has evolved to become a practical, beautiful pottery. Koishiwara Ware's uniq…

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Hakata Dolls are traditional unglazed clay figures produced mainly in Fukuoka City and other parts of Fukuoka Prefecture. They are distinguished by finely modeled details, graceful contours, and delicate hand painting that makes use of the soft te…

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Kurume Kasuri Textiles (Kurume Kasuri in Japanese) is a woven cloth produced in and around the city of Kurume, Fukuoka prefecture. The breathability assures coolness in the summer and excellent heat-retaining properties provide warmth in the winte…

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Hakata Ori refers to the ori or woven cloth produced in and around Hakata, Fukuoka prefecture. Hakata weaving techniques, which originated in China, have shaped this unique cloth. It has been highly regarded for its high quality throughout the age…

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Agano Ware is a traditional pottery produced mainly in the Ueno area of Fukuchi Town, Fukuoka Prefecture. Having developed as tea ware for the Japanese tea ceremony, it is known for its relatively thin, lightweight forms and refined appearance. In…

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Yame Lanterns (called Yame Chochin in Japanese) are a type of lantern craft produced in the region around Yame, Fukuoka prefecture. This craft has a bamboo frame and a fire box with beautifully painted flowers, birds, and plants. The bamboo frame …

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Yame Fukushima Butsudan are Buddhist altars made in Yame City (former Fukushima Town), Fukushima Prefecture. Dotted with many temples, the Yame region had been a place where there were many devout Buddhists since ancient times, which supported the…

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