Introducing the 'Yokobon Sketch Notebook' - Your Compact Companion for Spontaneous Sketching! With its A6 landscape size, this notebook fits perfectly in your hand or bag, allowing you to sketch anytime, anywhere. Crafted with thick Japanese paper and meticulously processed by hand with brushwork at our bookbinding factory in Tokyo.
Presented by The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) and in partnership with SHOWFIELDS, TAKUMI NEXT is a curated collection of Japanese artisanal brands now discoverable in Brooklyn. “Takumi” is a Japanese term meaning “master craftsmanship” or “artisan.” The project’s primary objective is to seamlessly integrate brands embodying the “Takumi” spirit into modern lifestyles and current markets. The SHOWFIELDS curation will feature 46 shoppable brands, encompassing a wide array of Japan’s renowned crafts, including ceramics, fabrics, paper, incense, and more. Many of these brands emphasize sustainability and the use of local resources. Below are some brand highlights from the curation, visit SHOWFIELDS in person beginning 10/19 to experience the full collection
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