”A house without books is like a room without windows.” - Horace Mann
Inspiration, aspiration, new worlds, places unseen—these books deliver on all of it. Covering the best and most vibrant corners of travel, art, culture, design, and architecture, the high-quality hardcovers from Gestalten are things of beauty to be admired today and 50 years from now. Handmade in Japan seeks out those who go against mass production to keep cultural traditions and artisan craftsmanship alive.
Features
Shines a light on the handmade, small-batch products coming out of Japanese workshops
Shares the stories of artisans who have dedicated their lives to the stewardship of traditional heritage
Includes hand-painted kimonos, carved wooden trays, paper wagasas, cookware, and more
About the Author
Irwin Wong is a photographer from Melbourne who moved to Tokyo in 2005 after photographing several artisans for his work.
