The excellence of Japanese craftsmanship, coming soon to Paris.
Next Monday, October 26, in Paris, the exhibition "Miyagi Atelier Selection" will be held, featuring various artisans from Miyagi. ; Credits: Miyagi Atelier Selection Located in northeastern Japan, along the Pacific coast and bordered by the Zao mountains, Miyagi Prefecture is home to exceptional artisanal heritage. Generation after generation, its inhabitants have crafted unique techniques, drawn from their natural environment and passed down with care. Lacquered pieces adorned with fine layers of silver, dishware sculpted from stone, baskets woven from wild vines, or hand-hammered copper objects... each creation tells the story of artisans who elevate local resources through meticulous work. A warmth and authenticity inherent to handwork, difficult to perceive in mass-produced goods, can be found in each of these pieces. We organize the "Miyagi Atelier Selection" exhibition to introduce Miyagi craftsmanship to the French general public. Come discover up close the richness and diversity of artisanal skills that thrive in Japan's rural regions. The Highlights of Miyagi Atelier Selection - Discovery of Japanese Craftsmanship Unknown to the World The 10 companies present have rarely, if ever, participated in events abroad. They thus embody Japanese craftsmanship that is little known to the French. Glass, metal, wood, stone... You will be able to discover creations drawing on a wide variety of materials and traditional techniques. This event offers the opportunity to discover exclusively Japanese artisanal skills that are still little present in France. - Meeting with the Artisans The event gives you the opportunity to exchange in person with the Japanese professionals who create and manufacture these pieces. Beyond catalogs and virtual contact, Miyagi Atelier Selection offers a privileged meeting with the creators, the opportunity to hear their story and perceive their expertise up close. - Participating Companies Samurai Aloha () Samurai Aloha gives new life to old kimonos by upcycling them into shirts, T-shirts and sweaters. Kaiba Geological Glass Institute () Glass artist who transforms sand and rocks collected around the world to tell the story of each place through the colors that these works reveal. Ogatsu Suzuri Association () Artisanal objects made from Ogatsu stone, formed approximately 250 million years ago, revealing a unique texture and hue for each piece. Manpu Co., Ltd () From tableware to decorative objects, Zao ceramics adorned with ash-based glaze express the nature and beauty of traditional forms. Kagoya Hasegawa () Baskets and bags made from wild vines, manufactured without glue or resin, honoring traditional Japanese techniques. Milliyon share () Inspired by encounters across Japan, the artist expresses Japanese culture by combining sumi-e ink painting and kiri-e paper cutting. Kasuga () Objects related to calligraphy in Ogatsu stone, blending traditional expertise and contemporary sensibility. Kokeshino Shimanuki () Specializing in kokeshi and artisanal objects, the shop offers a selection of handcrafted pieces and also creates works in collaboration with artisans. Tazen () Copper objects crafted by artisans known as "Onakaganeshi," embodying the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi and revealing their beauty over time. Akai Wood Sculpture () Wood sculptor perpetuating expertise passed down since the late Edo period. ; Credits: Miyagi Atelier Selection
Source: paris.fr — photo: Miyagi Atelier Selection