Craft · No. 223
No. 223その他の工芸品
Koshu Inden
甲州印伝
koshu inden · 山梨県
Koshu Inden is a traditional Japanese leather craft from Yamanashi Prefecture, made from deerskin decorated with distinctive lacquer patterns. Prized for its lightness, durability, and elegant designs, it has been used for pouches, wallets, and accessories for centuries.
- Origin
- 山梨県
- Category
- その他の工芸品
- Materials
- Leather · Lacquer
- Designation
- Nat'l Traditional Craft
No. IHistory
Koshu Inden is believed to have its roots in the early Edo period, when craftsmen based in Kofu developed and refined techniques for decorating deersk…
No. IIMaterials
No. IIITechniques
The defining technique of Koshu Inden is "katatsuke," in which lacquer patterns are applied to deerskin using hand-cut stencils. Craftsmen first tan a…
No. IVClimate
Yamanashi Prefecture's inland climate, characterized by relatively low humidity, provides favorable conditions for working with leather and lacquer. T…
