Shopping: Traditional Goods
This category is for traditional Japanese goods, including antiques, that are for sale.
Absolute Japan
- Handmade kimekomi dolls, depicting characters of the 18th century kabuki and Noh theatre; online doll making classes. Yuzen washi paper, crafts, 3-D pictures.http://www.absolutejapan.com/
Aikatazome - Japanese Stenciled Indigo-dyed Cloth
- Traditionally made aikatazome products, including kimonos, scarves, and purses.http://aikatazome.itgo.com/
Antique Art Rakunan
- Dealer in Japanese hanging scrolls, Buddhist related paintings, and calligraphy scrolls. Located in Fushimi Town, in southern Kyoto.http://www.shogaya.com/
Artistic Nippon
- Chiba based dealer in items such as porcelain, pottery, Tokoname teapots, Cast iron kettles and lacquerware; offers worldwide shipping.http://www.artisticnippon.com/
2000 Cranes Japanese Pottery and Ceramics, Kyoto
- Japanese ceramics from Kyoto. Carries works from a variety of potters.http://www.2000cranes.com/
Fudejiya
- Japanese calligraphy shop in Tokyo offering post cards, wall tapestries, logos, and custom made works.http://www.fudejiya.com/english/
Fujiyama
- Japanese items such as washi paper, kitchenware, kimonos, and home decorations. Company profile and product catalog.http://www.fuji-yama.co.jp/japan/
Fuji-yama Geisya Store
- A 260-year old kimono specialty company. New and 2nd hand items available.http://www.orange.ne.jp/~k-y-m/
Gallery Nishimura
- Carries Japanese-style painting, calligraphy, print (ukiyo-e) and others.http://www5.ocn.ne.jp/~kobijutu/e/index.html
Hakone Izumiya
- Sells Japanese himitsu-bako secret trick puzzle boxes, yosegi-zaiku traditional handicrafts, dolls and goods unique to the Hakone area.http://www.yosegi.net/
Hakone Maruyama Inc.
- Maker of woodworks and other handcrafts in Hakone and Odawara.http://www.hakonemaruyama.co.jp/index-e.htm
Hanko and Kanji House Oren
- Maker and vendor of Japanese name seals (hanko) and traditional music CDs.http://www.oren.jp/
Hisashi Otsuka
- Classical Japanese artwork.http://www.hisashiotsuka.com/
Interia Japonica Online Shop
- Includes Japanese gifts, antiques, collectibles and kimono, as well as original printed kanji T-shirts. Based in Tokyo.http://www.japonic.com/
Japanese Handicrafts Shop
- Traditional Japanese crafts and souvenirs in Japan including dolls, folding fans, decorations and utility goods.http://www.existenz.co.jp/
The Japanese Connection
- Traditional Japanese arts and crafts, hanko, shoji screens, meditation candles, wood block prints, calligraphy brushes, yukata and kimono.http://www.thejapaneseconnection.com/
Jyuluck-Do Corporation
- Online gallery shop for Japanese hanging scroll paintings (Kakejiku). Deals in both brand-new and antique scrolls.http://jyuluck-do.com/
Kimono Flea Market Ichiroya
- Authentic old kimono direct from Japan; also information on wearing kimono and kimono care.http://www.ichiroya.com/
Kitsune Japanese Art and Antiques
- Japanese art such as ceramics, netsuke, inro, okimono, swords, tsuba, lacquer, cloisonne, bronze, tansu, ukiyo-e, and Japanese art glossary.http://www.kitsunegaroo.com/
Kutani Collection
- Traditional Japanese ceramics from Ishikawa with product history, catalog, and shipping information.http://www.incl.ne.jp/taga/kutani_e.html
Le Donn Japan
- Importer and retailer of lady's handbags and accessories. With online catalog.http://www.ledonn.com/
Minamoto Kitchoan
- Japanese confectioneries ("wagashi") for tea ceremony. Stores in Japan, New York, Singapore, and London.http://www.kitchoan.com/
The Netsuke Store
- Netsuke of ivory, wood, and horn, inro, and curios.http://www.netsukestore.com/
Nora Corporation
- Traditional maker of Aizu-nuri lacquerware products such as chests, boxes, vases, plates, bowls, and tables.http://www1m.mesh.ne.jp/nora/index-e.html
Silk Road
- Clothes and home goods made from kimono, obi and Japanese texitiles such as vests, bears, and pillows.http://www.h3.dion.ne.jp/~silkroad
Style of Japan
- Features traditional handmade Japanese papers such as yuzen washi paper, chiyogami, origami, lamp shade, and shoji paper.http://www.storesonline.com/site/541094
Taniguchi Rare Antiques
- Online dealer in traditional Japanese hanging scrolls, and paintings. Site in English and Japanese.http://www2u.biglobe.ne.jp/~taniguti/
Usagiya Sword Shop
- Saitama sword dealer with antique swords, tsuba, fittings and traditional polishing.http://www.ksky.ne.jp/~sumie99/
Wahooya.com
- A Tokyo based dealer of Japanese traditional style items including cups, noren, lacquerware, ukiyo-e, and fans.http://www.wahooya.com/
Washi Paper
- Maker of traditional Japanese papers including washi, shoji, chigirie, unryu, and laminated strings for wrapping.http://www.kura.com/
Yamatoku Vintage Kimono
- Offers various vintage kimonos and obi. With glossary, FAQ, and how to properly fold a kimono. Based in Kanazawahttp://www.yamatoku.jp/classic/
Zen Shop
- Online shopping site dealing in various categories of Japanese fine arts and crafts including dolls, armor, kimono, ceramic ware, woodblock prints, hanging scrolls, and folding fans.http://www.zen-shop.net/
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