

Folk Craft
Japanese folk crafts, known as mingei in Japanese, celebrate the beauty of ordinary objects made by nameless artisans throughout Japan. Examples of folk crafts include lacquerware, ceramics, textiles and woodwork.
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Story | Kokeshi - Japanese Wooden Dolls

Story | Akabeko Cow - Japanese Folk Toy

Story | Kumade

Activity Sheet | Create Your Own Koinobori

Activity Sheet | Make an Okiagari Kobōshi with an Egg

Activity Sheet | Design Your Own Okiagari Kobōshi

Activity Sheet | Create your own Hina ningyō (Hina dolls)

Activity Sheet | Design Your Own Kokeshi Wooden Doll