Craft · No. 240
No. 240その他の工芸品
Tokyo Koto
東京琴
tokyo koto · 東京都
Tokyo Koto is a traditional Japanese zither (koto) crafted in Tokyo, distinguished by its refined woodworking techniques and exceptional acoustic quality. Designated as a nationally recognized traditional craft, it represents the pinnacle of Japanese string instrument making.
- Origin
- 東京都
- Category
- その他の工芸品
- Materials
- Wood · Silk · 象牙
- Designation
- Nat'l Traditional Craft
No. IHistory
The koto was introduced to Japan from the Asian continent during the Nara period and initially flourished as an instrument of court music. During the…
No. IIMaterials
No. IIITechniques
The making of Tokyo Koto involves numerous stages, from material selection through body shaping, interior hollowing, surface joining, and lacquer fini…
No. IVClimate
Tokyo's temperate four-season climate, with moderate humidity, provides conditions well-suited to the careful drying and working of paulownia wood. Th…
