The Concept

Educate young crafts people to ensure the availability of skills going forward. Educate the public to promote demand for Master Crafts. Educate ourselves so we can most effectively assist.

Opportunity to Learn

"Through JapanCraft21's on-line seminars, my understanding increases as does my personal appreciation for these legendary Master Crafts. They are glorious expressions of the human spirit and our world needs them more than ever."

In our School for Traditional Building Arts, we offer opportunities to young up-and-coming crafts people to achieve meaningful careers that contribute to the enrichment of humanity. We educate the public about the value of fine Japanese Master Crafts through exhibitions, social media and our on-line magazine. To maximize our effectiveness in achieving our craft revitalization vision, we educate both our staff and our membership with regular on-line lectures for all members and quarterly events for our patrons. Our Zoom presentations for our members may include such topics as Japanese bamboo baskets, ceramics, gardens, architecture and much more. Our day tours include visits to craft studios for demonstrations, museum tours by curators, architectural tours, and visits to the homes of private collectors.