Craft · No. 218
No. 218その他の工芸品
Edo Kiriko
江戸切子
edo kiriko · 東京都
Edo Kiriko is a traditional cut-glass craft produced in Tokyo, distinguished by its precisely cut geometric patterns and brilliant clarity. Originating in the late Edo period, it remains a living craft shaped entirely by the skilled hands of artisans.
- Origin
- 東京都
- Category
- その他の工芸品
- Materials
- Glass · Stone
- Designation
- Nat'l Traditional Craft
No. IHistory
The origins of Edo Kiriko trace back to the late Edo period, when craftsmen in the city began decorating glass surfaces using sand-cutting techniques.…
No. IIMaterials
No. IIITechniques
The production of Edo Kiriko begins with shaping the glass blank, followed by tracing the design in ink, rough cutting, fine cutting, and finally poli…
No. IVClimate
Tokyo's temperate, four-season climate offers rich variation in natural light throughout the year. The clear, sharp light of winter and the intense br…
