A skill that continues to overcome many difficulties

Aizu lacquerware with gorgeous maki-e lacquerware and Soma-yaki hashirikoma (a horse-shaped sculpted horse), Fukushima crafts are imbued with beauty and a strong will to color and preserve people's lives.

Traditional Crafts

  • lacquerware

    Aizu lacquerware

    It is characterized by a wide variety of decorative techniques, and is particularly famous for its "flower lacquer" and "kekin makie" (gold powder and gold leaf) techniques.

  • Ceramics

    Ohori Soma ware

    This pottery has excellent heat retention and is characterized by blue cracks, running horse painting, and double-fired (hollow structure).

  • Ceramics

    Aizu Hongo ware

    It is said to be the oldest kiln in Tohoku, producing both earthenware and porcelain. It is famous for its candy glaze and herring bowls.

  • Woodwork/Bamboowork

    Oku-Aizu braided crafts

    Baskets and strainers made from woven plants such as hiroro and matatabi are practical items born from the wisdom of life in snowy regions.

  • Textiles and dyeing

    Oku-Aizu Showa Karamushi Weaving

    A high-quality, cool summer fabric woven from the fibers of the ramie plant, a member of the nettle family.