30th April – 20th May 2019 JAPANESE CRAFT …...JAPANESE CRAFT MARKET 3 hampioning craft and independ-ent makers, the Heal’s Modern Craft Market returns to Heal’s Tottenham Court

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30th April – 20th May 2019

JAPANESE CRAFT MARKETHeal’s, 196 Tottenham Court Road, London

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hampioning craft and independ-ent makers, the Heal’s Modern

Craft Market returns to Heal’s Tottenham Court Road and heals.com from 30th April to May 20th 2019. This year the focus is on crafts from Gifu Prefecture in central Japan. One of Japan’s most pictur-esque regions, Gifu is home to a lively crafts scene with both traditional and modern makers. To discover the 13 exhibitors who will be selling their pieces at the market, the Heal’s buying team visited the

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region to immerse themselves in the rich culture and visited the various designers and makers from the region. The result is a comprehensive edit of the best of Gifu including ceramics, furniture, knives and of course the world famous Mino Washi paper.

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ocated in the centre of Japan, Gifu Prefecture has long been

blessed with a rich natural environment with clear waters fostering its many traditional industries. Products made in Gifu are a part of the culture nurtured in this climate, and are indeed a gift from the “Land of Clear Waters.” I would like to thank Heal’s on behalf of Gifu Prefecture for

showing the products of the 13 Gifu manufactures that repre-sent the traditional industries of woodworks, Mino Washi paper, Seki knives and cutlery and ceramics.

Through this fair, I hope many people will be able to experience the high qualities of Gifu made products and “authentic Japan”.

Hajime FurutaGovernor of Gifu Prefecture

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JAPANESE CRAFT MARKETHeal’s, 196 Tottenham Court Road, London

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1. Beni Shino Matcha tea cup by Shozangama, £89.2. Gingko small cutting board by Woodpecker, £55.3. Shiro Shino Matcha tea cup by Shozangama, £89.4. Giyamanto cup & saucer by Kaneko Kohyo, Sumi Black, £40. 5. Koishi vase by Housen Gama, £45. 6. Gingko medium cutting board by Woodpecker, £70. 7. Giyamanto plate by Kaneko Kohyo, nasukon blue £35. 8. Tri patched tea cup £25; bowl £29 by Kaizan. 9. Sake set by Miyama, £49. 10. Hiiro cloud tea pot by Talk, £45. 11. Cekitay mug £16; plate £35 by Talk.

he Heal’s Japa-nese Craft Market will showcase works from vari-

ous independent makers from the Gifu area, many of which are being shown in the UK for the first time. Alongside the

market, there will be a series of workshops celebrating Gifu culture, which you can find out about on pages 22 – 25. Create your own wooden chopsticks or spatula with Woodpecker or Japanese paper lantern with Artec. The craft market will

launch with an opening party on Thursday 2nd May at the Tottenham Court Road store with live music, sake and drop-in craft workshops. There will also be two opportunities to join a traditional tea ceremony held by a tea master from Gifu.

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A carefully curated edit, these makers represent the best of Gifu craftsmanship

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art of the central region of Japan, its location in the middle of

the route between Kyoto and Toyko makes Gifu Prefecture a great place to visit all year round. During the winter season mountain villages such as Takayama are popular for skiing, through the autumn

months the Japanese Red Maple trees change into a vibrant array of colours and in springtime you can see the beautiful cherry blossom. This incredibly picturesque region is also home to many typical Japanese customs and crafts, making it an important destination for those interested in Japanese culture.

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Mountains, clear waters and cherry blossom make this area

of Japan unmissable.

Gifu Prefecture

The gassho-zukuri style houses found in this mountainous area are named for their resem-blance to hands joined in prayer.

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Each delicate piece of Mino Washi paper is handmade by craftsmen in the

Mino region of Gifu Prefecture.MINO WASHI

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IEDASince its establishment, IEDA Paper-craft, Inc. has been involved in the production and sales of traditional Japanese Washi paper. They have created a wide range of products using handmade Mino Washi paper and have expanded into washi printing, using new painting technology. At the craft market IEDA will be selling magnets, pins and origami paper.

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IshikawaLocated in the centre of Mino City, Ishikawa Paper Goods Limited was founded in 1902 as a general goods manufacturer utilizing Japanese paper. Making use of techniques cultivated over the course of its history and keeping Japanese culture and traditions alive, the company handmakes Mino Washi paper goods such as notebooks and pencils.

Rubin by Matthew HiltonEmitting a beautiful soft light, the Rubin series by Matthew Hilton is a modern take on a traditional Japanese lantern, and is exclusive to Heal’s. Blending Matthew’s minimalistic hand-writing with true Japanese craftsmanship, this series of three paper shades use traditional lantern making techniques using Mino Washi paper.

ino Washi paper is a Japanese paper made in the bountiful

nature of the Mino region of Gifu. Created by utlising the waters of the Nagara and Itadori rivers, its appeal comes from its soft and delicate texture, which is strong and durable, yet evenly thin. The high quality has led to its use

in a variety of traditional to everyday items such as sliding shoji doors, lanterns, umbrel-las and fans. In addition, it is even used in the restoration of cultural assets at the level of national treasure, such as an-cient documents and pictures not only in Japan, but around the world.

Hon-minoshi paper, a type of Mino Washi paper made

with traditional techniques, is made using fibres from the bark of the Kozo mulberry tree in Mino City. Ancient techniques special to Hon-mi-noshi have been preserved and handed down to the present. The careful technique of making it as performed by the skilled craftspeople was listed as an Intangible Cultural Her-itage by UNESCO in 2014.

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Hon-minoshi paper is made through a series of ancient techniques such as soaking it in clear shallow waters.

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Exhibitors

志津刃物

Shizu HamonoThe craftsmen of Seki create unique blades of exceptional quality in accordance with Shizo Hamono’s high standards. Each of the knives made by their hands shows very unique characteristics and has a reputation for being ‘shaped with beauty’, having ‘beauty beyond the function’ and many users will ‘cook to use the knife’.

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BLADE SMITHPrized by top chefs throughout the world,

Seki knives will be showcased at the market.

or over one thousand years Japan has been at the lead-

ing edge in the creation of incredible knives. Produced in the world-renowned Seki region of Gifu, known as the knife capital of Japan, the blades are constructed from premium steel which is high in both strength and corrosion resistance. It is through the wisdom accumulated over the centuries by the skilled crafts-men of Seki that the craftsmen can bring out the best qualities of the steel. Defining charac-teristics of Seki kitchen knives are their toughness, sharpness, edge life, edge quality, and ease of sharpening.

The craftsmen of Seki are able to create unique blades of excep-tional quality in accordance with Shizu Hamono’s high standards.

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he Mino region of Gifu, situated in the middle of Japan, is world

famous for their ceramics. With both small and large scale industries producing tiles and beautiful ceramic pieces,

most of the renowned ceramic industries and makers are from this region with around half of the total ceramic production coming from Mino. Pieces such as tableware, decorative accessories and sake vessels will be shown at the craft market.

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CERAMICSAcross the Mino region of Gifu, ceramics have

been expertly made for hundreds of years.

Many of the techniques used to produce the ceramics rely on age-old processes.

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トーク

TalkTalk specialises in fine porcelain china that adds a modern sophistication to living spaces. The designs of Talk reflect traditional Japanese art, where for hundreds of years simplicity and subtlety have been valued. Balancing function and design from both the East and the West, the collection is inspired by the art of Japanese calligraphy and also takes elements from European art.

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HousengamaHousengama was founded in Toki City, an area known for producing Mino ware ceramics. To ensure sustainability, in recent years, the company has focused on the clay used in their products. By mixing different colours of clay, they have developed techniques that highlight its unique texture and the naturally occurring patterns of dry riverbed stone and marble.

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Kaneko KohyoSince launching almost 100 years ago, Kaneko Kohyo has been dedicated to delivering a bit of happiness to daily life though their products, while staying loyal to the history and tradition of Mino ware pottery. Their beautiful pottery is created for everyday dining with special touches such as a decorative lacquered finish.

Exhibitors

深山

MiyamaMiyama manufactures design led porcelain tableware and have won numerous design awards in Japan. Founded in 1977, Miyami are based in Mizunami city, a location where many Western-style dishes were manufactured and exported to Europe and the United States in the past. Through their products, you can get a sense of what “Made in Japan” truly means; good quality, delicacy, and scent of Japanese modern lifestyle.

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KaizanyoKaizanyo have been producing porcelain tableware in Dachi, a town famous for its pottery industry, for over 250 years. The pieces are made with a white porcelain with a blue transparent glaze, known as ‘Sei Haku Ji’. The combination of the blue glaze and the intricate shapes create beautiful collectible pieces.

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ShozangamaShozangama, established in 1914, originally produced ceramic insulators. From 1950, they began making handmade pottery, utilising traditional Shino pottery methods. Shino pottery was developed about 500 years ago in the Sengoku period and traditionally incorporates motif designs of landscapes, plants or animals to reflect nature and the Japanese spirit. They now use local clay and glaze to produce “matcha chawan”, traditional Japanese tea ceremony bowls.


A prized natural resource from the heart of Gifu, crafted by makers for generations.

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WoodpeckerLocated in Gifu City, Woodpecker was founded in 2007 by Kenji Fukui after realising his affinity with working with wood through his family business. In Gifu, wood is an abundant resource and has supported Japanese culture generation after generation. Woodpecker was founded to support sustainability of wood, crafting pieces such as cutting boards, plates and spoons.

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Ohashi RyokiFor over 60 years Ohashi Ryoki has been the leading manufacturer of traditional handcrafted Masu boxes in Ogaki City, Japan. Originally used to measure rice in Japan, the Masu is traditionally a square wooden box and has remained the same in form for 1300 years. Masu are made from Japanese cypress, and are today used as a vessel for serving sake as well as being a symbol of prosperity and happiness.

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NissinSince 1946, Nissin Furniture has remained committed to creating modern furniture using traditional techniques. Taking inspiration from Scandinavian style furniture, these simple and beautiful designs are well-suited to Japanese and western homes. Responsible for the entire manufacturing process, the company creates pieces that can be loved and looked after for years to come.

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飛騨産業

Hida SangyoHida Sangyo is a leading furniture manufacturer based in Takayama City located in the north part of Gifu founded in 1920. In response to modern trends, they have recently worked in collaboration with an Italian designer, Enzo Mari. They are passionate about sustainability to preserve the precious forest resource. Their environmentally friendly manufacturing process includes using woods such as Japanese cedar.

elebrating tradi-tional techniques and methods developed over

the course of 1,000 years, the Gifu region is home to some of Japan’s most skilled and pro-lific woodworkers. From the functional, yet beautiful de-signs from Hida Sangyo to the smaller sustainable creations developed by Woodpecker, the naturally abundant wood found in Gifu is used for many different products.

Master craftspeople produce much of the furniture needed for the Gifu region and beyond.

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WOODEN SPATULA CARVINGwith WoodpeckerJoin the experts from Woodpecker and learn how to craft your own wooden spatula from water-resistant cypress. Using a small knife, you will carve your spatula whilst learning about both the materials used and how to care for it. Thursday

9th May, 6pm – 8pm. £12

ORIGAMI WORKSHOP with Gwyneth RadcliffeLed by traditional Japanese origami specialist Gwyneth Radcliffe, this workshop will teach you all the skills needed to master the ancient technique of paper folding. Gwyneth will first teach you how to create a simple box and then move on to various origami animals. In her years crafting from paper, Gwyneth has made numerous installations and decorative schemes for Japan Airlines and has also visited Gifu Prefecture. Thursday 9th May, 6pm – 7pm.

Saturday 11th May, 12pm –

1pm. £8

WOODEN BUTTER KNIFE CARVINGwith WoodpeckerLearn the process of carving a butter knife from Japanese cypress or walnut with Woodpecker. During the workshop you will be guided through how to shape and smooth the handle of the knife and use oil to stain it to ensure a high-quality finish. As a final touch you will be shown how to use an electronic engraver to add your name or a marking to make the knife completely unique and personal to you.Friday 10th May, 5pm – 7pm. £12

GIFU SAKE TASTINGwith Satomi DosseurJoin Japanese Sake specialist, Satomi Dosseur, for an evening sampling a range of Sake from the Gifu region. Satomi will begin the evening by providing you with an overview of her expert knowledge of Sake, giving a brief history as well as informing you of the ingredients and production methods that are used to produce the Japanese delicacy. You will

then be guided through the tasting of 6 different Sakes from Gifu Prefecture, discussing the provenance of each one and learning how to recognise their unique flavours. Friday 10th May,

5.30pm – 7pm. £12

WOODEN CHOPSTICKS CARVINGwith WoodpeckerCreate your very own chopsticks from Gifu-grown yew tree wood. To begin, you will cut the wood with a hand saw to the correct size for your hand and then adjust the shape using a small knife and sandpaper. To finish the chopsticks you will stain them with oil. You will also be able to personalise your creation by adding your name or a marking using an electronic engraver.Saturday 11th May, 11am – 1pm

& 2pm – 4pm. £12

KNIFE ASSEMBLY WORKSHOPwith Shizu HamonoDuring this workshop you will learn how to assemble a knife by the craftsmen of Shizu

Hamono, experts who have been passionate about making knives since 1959. You will have the choice of building either a cheese knife or a petty knife (a small Japanese utility knife) and will start by shaving the wooden handle to the correct shape before assembling the blade and handle. Sunday 12th May,

12pm – 1pm & 2pm – 3pm. £12

CHOPSTICKS ENVELOPE MAKING with ArtecBring colour to your dining table by learning how to make your own paper envelopes for your

chopsticks. Gifu made Mino Washi paper will be used to craft these small accessories for you to take home. Thursday 16th

May, 5pm – 6pm. Saturday 18th

May, 11am – 12pm. £8

PAPER LANTERN WORKSHOPwith ArtecCreate a traditional Japanese Andon paper lantern during this workshop by using the finest handmade Mino Washi paper on a solid cypress wood frame. During the session you will hear about the unique properties of this prized paper, made for hundreds

of years in Gifu Prefecture. Thursday 16th May, 12.30pm –

2pm & 6.30pm – 8pm. Friday

17th May, 5.30pm – 7pm. £8

PAPER FLOWER WORKSHOPwith Japanese paper craftsmenCreate a number of beautiful paper roses from Mino Washi paper during this workshop and learn more about the properties and making process behind this highly regarded material.Friday 17th May, 12.30pm –

1.30pm. Saturday 18th May,

1pm – 2pm & 3pm – 4pm. £8

Knife Assembly with Shizu Hamono

Wooden Chopstick Carving with Woodpecker

Wooden Spatula Carving with Woodpecker

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WorkshopsWHAT’S ON

To find out more about the workshops with Gifu experts, visit heals.com

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LAUNCH PARTYJoin us on Thursday 2nd May for a celebration of

crafts and culture from Gifu Prefecture, Japan.

he launch event will take place on the 2nd May from 6 – 9pm at the Heal’s flagship store on Tottenham

Court Road. Meet representatives from the brands taking part in the market, as well as representatives from the Gifu Prefecture Government. Complimentary drinks will be served, including Sake from Gifu and Asahi beer. There will be the opportunity to attend a traditional Japanese tea ceremony and join free workshops, such as Japanese paper doll making and Masu box stamping.For more information and to book your place at the event please visit heals.com

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