Artists, Photographers, and Videographers X Career Path: Independent practice
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Swordsmith
Traditional craftsman who produces and repairs metal swords such as Japanese swords consistently from forging to finishing.
Calligraphy (kigÅ) Master
An artistic profession that uses a brush to write characters on plaques, hanging scrolls, signboards, celebratory envelopes, etc., expressing the client's intentions and aesthetic elements.
Wood carver
Wood carvers are artisans and artists who create sculptural works using wood as material, producing decorative items, Buddhist statues, objets d'art, etc., using traditional techniques or modern methods.
Paper-cut artist
Artist who precisely cuts paper with a craft knife or scissors to create painting-like expressions.
Kirikane (Kiri) Craftsman
Kirikane craftsmen are traditional Japanese artisans who use gold leaf or gold mud to apply delicate patterns to Buddhist statues, fusuma paintings, mandala diagrams, and more.
Calligrapher
A specialist who uses brush and ink to artistically express characters and scripts, engaging in work creation, commissioned calligraphy, and performances.
Calligrapher
An artist who uses a brush and ink to artistically express characters such as kanji and kana for appreciation and education.
Sculptor
An artist who creates three-dimensional works using materials such as clay, plaster, and metal. They exhibit works in various styles such as human figures and abstract forms, and provide them at exhibitions or as public sculptures.
Swordsmith
A craftsman who oversees the entire manufacturing process of Japanese swords. Employs advanced techniques from forging to quenching and polishing to create swords that combine artistic value and practicality.
Buddhist statue sculptor
Buddhist statue sculptors are traditional craft artisans who specialize in creating and restoring Buddhist statues that embody Buddhist teachings. They handle the entire process from modeling to coloring using techniques such as wood carving, dry lacquer, and gold leaf.