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Surimono 1862

If I could ever look this cool… Woodblock print, British Museum.  Click the image for more information.   Tagged: archery, bunkyu, horse, japan, primitive technology, woodblock

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Edo Archery

  19th century archery set, one bow missing. Tagged: archery, bow making, edo, japan

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A Master at Work

It is awe-inspiring to see a master of anything at work, making their creation seem almost effortless.  Many thousands of hours, or even thousands of days, really show at a high level of work.  This...

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Ainu Art and Archaeology

Originally posted on The Heritage Trust:    Carved knife by Japanese artist Kaizawa Toru   The Sainsbury Institute for the Study of Japanese Arts and Cultures will be holding a Friends Event on Monday,...

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Sawing Planks

Before powered saw mills, making lumber was much more labor intensive.  Now I can flip a switch to crank up the band saw or table saw; or pull the cord to fire up the chainsaw for big work.  It’s easy...

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Japanese Pack Frame

And an interesting basket. Pack frames are nearly universal historically as most cultures encounter the drudgery of carrying heavy loads over long distances.  I am always searching for historic images...

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Tiny House Japan; who knew?

The original link was sent to me by Chris Beneke.  Thanks Chris. TINY HOUSE JAPAN: Some serious innovation at work. I do not read or speak Japanese so I’m at a loss over many details but the photos and...

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