Japanese Craft

Super Easy Pickling and Fermentation 3-in-1 Cookbook for Beginners brings together everything you need to master the art of preserving at home, from quick pickles to gut-healthy ferments and traditional Japanese techniques — all in one beginner-friendly guide. This unique bundle includes three complete manuscripts: MANUSCRIPT 1: Pickling and Fermenting for Beginners A step-by-step guide to classic pickling and fermentation techniques, with essential tips, safety guidelines, and foolproof recipes for everything from cucumbers and onions to carrots, beets, and more. MANUSCRIPT 2: Fermented ...

"With this book, you feel you can stop time and savor the rituals of life." --Maira Kalman An immersive journey through the culture and cuisine of one Japanese town, its forest, and its watershed--where ducks are hunted by net, saké is brewed from the purest mountain water, and charcoal is...

A gripping true-life thriller about the first US submarine to sink a Japanese aircraft carrier—and the sub’s tragic twist of fate In 1939 off the New England coast, the submarine USS Squalus accidentally sinks to the bottom of the sea during a training exercise, killing half her crew. Coming...

Temari has been made by hand in Japan for over a thousand years — and this book shows you exactly how to do it. A temari ball is a sphere of wrapped thread, divided into a precise geometric grid, and stitched with repeating patterns that sit perfectly on its curved surface. The results look intricate. The method is logical, step-by-step, and completely learnable — even if you have never done any needlework before. What you will make Starting from a bare polystyrene ball and a strip of paper, you will work through seven complete patterns: The obi wrap — bold parallel bands in two or ...

Discover the transformative power of an ancient craft with "The Alchemy of Earth and Fire," an eBook that delves into the heart of Japanese pottery. Beginning with a prelude to the soul-resonating art form, this book takes you on an immersive journey across time, from embracing the imperfect beauty of the Wabi-Sabi aesthetic to understanding the deep connections between the philosophical foundations and the physical creation of pottery. Explore the storied origins of this art, tracing the lineage from the earliest Jomon and Yayoi techniques influenced by neighboring Korea and China, to the ...

The classic book of strategy A Book of Five Rings is now available on CD. Miyamoto Musashi was renowned in his own time as an invincible warrior, a master artisan, an author, and philosopher. Today, his philosophy is still revered by the Japanese and used as a guide for daily...

これは「夢の国」の話。ウルタールに住むバルザイという老人が、誰もその姿を目にしたことがない。神々を見んとて、その神々が遊びに下るという峰を登りに旅へと出る。ついに頂上へと着いたバルザイを待ち受けたものとは……!? 神々と人間の対立が描かれた“THE OTHER GODS”「異界の神々」 ……… 今でも大地の神々が時として昔をしのんで踊ることがある。 それは自らが安全であることがはっきりしていたからであり、好んで未知なるカダスから雲の船に乗ってきては、かつてのようにたわむれる。大地がまだ幼く、人間どもが未踏の地へ登ろうとはしなかった時代に、たわむれていたがごとく。

Unveil the secrets of Urushi, Japan's legendary liquid gold, with "The Lustrous Craft" – your comprehensive guide to one of the most timeless and bewitching art forms in history. Journey through the rich tapestry of Urushi lacquerware, from its ancient origins to the contemporary art scene, and discover a world where beauty is a tradition passed down through the ages. Step into the essence of Urushi in Chapter 1, where you'll familiarize yourself with the cultural symbolism etched within Japanese traditions. As you traverse from the historical timelines to the cultural significance, each ...

Fold your way to happiness through the inspiring philosophy of Senbazuru—the tradition of folding one thousand paper cranes—with a leading voice in the global mindfulness movement as your guide. In Japan, the paper crane is a symbol of peace, hope, and healing. It is considered the "bird of...

Embark on a spellbinding journey into the heart of Japanese artisanal culture with "Woven Threads," the ultimate guide that intertwines the deep-rooted elegance, innovation, and spirit of one of the world's most remarkable craft heritages. Each meticulously crafted chapter unravels the delicate fabric of tradition and modernity, paying homage to the timeless beauty of Japanese craftsmanship. "Woven Threads" invites readers to explore the Essence of Japanese Craftsmanship, delving into its historical significances, such as the iconic role of artisans in preserving cultural identity. Feel the...

The beginner's guide to oshibana — the Japanese art of turning pressed flowers into pictures, cards, and keepsakes Oshibana has been practised in Japan for centuries. It starts where botanical pressing ends: instead of collecting specimens, you compose them into pictures — a meadow landscape assembled from larkspur and fern, a greeting card made from a single violet, a pendant sealed around a forget-me-not. This book covers everything you need to begin: The history of oshibana from sixteenth-century Japan to the current revival Setting up your workspace, choosing a press, and gathering ...

If you want the highest quality knife blade you need to learn how to use a whetsone, the most effective Japanese way of sharpening knives to maintain their edge crisp and sharp. Whetstone will not only teach you the basics of knife sharpening but also an essential range of other essential skills. You will learn how to thin old knives to renew them and make them as good as new. You will also learn how to create a knife sharpening plan that will have you sharpening knives like a professional.

大好評の「坪内忠太の雑学の本」、今回は「動物のナゾ」をクイズにしました。知ってるようで知らない、聞かれてみれば、「あれ?わからない」という出題がてんこ盛りです。

そこに住んだ多くの人が次々と奇妙な死を遂げている“忌まわしの館” 幼い頃からずっと気になっていた私は、大人になったとき叔父からその館にまつわる詳しい歴史を聞き、さらに興味を持った私は、謎の解明のために調査に乗りだすことにした。やがて私は叔父とふたりでその館の地下室に入り、そこで……!?呪われた家には、“何か”が棲んでいる!?現実と幻想が交錯するラヴクラフト独特の世界観から抜け出せなくなる恐怖と怪奇の傑作!

No number has captured the attention and imagination of people throughout the ages as much as the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter. Pi—or ? as it is symbolically known—is infinite and, in The Joy of pi, it proves to be infinitely intriguing. With incisive historical insight...

第一次大戦のさなか、太平洋で捕虜になったわたしは、ボートで脱走する。気づくと、一面泥の大陸にいた。そこでわたしは、想像を絶するものに出会う……。 そのとき、その瞬間、わたしは見たのだ。かすかに水がゆらめく。何かが水面へと上がってくるのだ。そして暗い水のなかから、ずるりと姿を現す。大きな、それこそ巨人のような、ああ忌まわしい、悪夢に現れた途方もない化け物みたいに、モノリスへ駆け寄っていき、鱗に覆われた太い腕を広げるかのように突き出し、と同時におぞましい頭を深々と下げ、独特の規則的な音を発した。思うに、わたしはその瞬間、頭がおかしくなってしまったのだ…。(C)PanRolling

アーカムの西に新しいダムが造られる。わたしは現地調査員として派遣され、周囲の人々から聞き取りをするうち、アーマイという老人にたどり着き、この土地の過去の因縁を聞くことになった。それは、ひどく恐ろしい“色”についての話だった。出来事の発端は、半世紀前、この地に隕石が落ちてきたことに始まる。汚染が広がり、恐ろしく奇妙な現象が次々と起こり始める。宇宙から飛来した隕石はその土地にいかなる影響を与えたのか…!?外宇宙からの正体不明の脅威がじわじわと忍び寄る。

【ボストン在住 故フランシス・ウェイランド・サーストンの遺品より発見】 そのような強大な力と存在を有するものに関しては、今でも生き残りがいると 考えられよう……。はるかなる時の果てからの生き残りが…、おそらくかなり長い間、その姿形が顕現していたようだが、進歩してゆく人間の流れを前に、身を隠したのだ……。 その姿を過ぎ去りし記憶としてとどめたのは詩と伝承のみで、そのものどもは、神とも、怪物とも、多種多様な神話のなかの存在とも伝えられる……。

A single square of silk. Four seconds of folding. Thirty repetitions. The result is a flower that looks, from a distance, exactly like a cherry blossom. Tsumami kanzashi is an 18th-century Japanese art form from the silk districts of Kyoto, traditionally used to create the elaborate hair ornaments worn by geisha and at formal ceremonies. Today it is practised worldwide — and it is one of the most visually striking crafts a beginner can learn. This book covers everything you need to start: The history of the craft and its roots in Japan's silk culture Materials and tools — what matters, ...

クトゥルフ神話はラヴクラフトとその周囲の作家らによって創始され体系化された神話世界である。 かつて地球を支配していた恐るべき邪神たちが現代に蘇るというテーマを主体とする。 本オーディオブックでは、クトゥルフ神話の一部と見なされる短編・掌編の中から、 「クトゥルフの呼び声」「ナイアルラトホテップ」「ダゴン」「ユゴスより来るもの」の4作品を収録。 ラヴクラフトの死後も、確立された体系を基に多くの作家たちによって書かれ続けてきたクトゥルフ神話。 その源流となる恐怖を、貴方にお話しよう。