Nice Japanese Souvenir

kakejiku souvenir

The number of people from other countries who are interested in Japanese culture has been increasing recently. They often buy Japanese traditional crafts as souvenirs. Because of that, things like the Nambu “tekki” ironware cast pot and the randseru(school backpacks) have become very popular among them.

 

The kakejiku (Japanese hanging scroll) is very popular, too.

our customer

 

Request from the Taishi High School for a Kakejiku as Japanese Souvenir

taishi high school

Taishi High School

 

This time, we are requested by the Taishi high school for a kakejiku as Japanese souvenir for a sister school in Australia. The Taishi High School has an international exchange program with the school in Australia.

Globalization has been advancing lately. Therefore, a multicultural coexistence is necessary. Since Japan is an island country, it is very important to engage in international exchange activity in a positive manner. It will be wonderful experience for the students to have such an opportunity during their school days.

We are glad that the kakejiku is selected as a Japanese souvenir.

Our client wanted a distinctly Japanese kakejiku, so we prepared some options.

 

Kakejiku with a Mt. Fuji Painting

Mt. Fuji with cranes
This is the one the client chose.
 

Mt. Fuji, the symbol of Japan, was listed as a World Heritage site, so it is becoming more and more popular around the world. The red color of the sun and the white of the mountain top resemble the flag of Japan. Cranes are also symbols of Japan. They have been considered to be a symbol of longevity since ancient times, so as an auspicious bird, cranes have been depicted with Mt. Fuji.

 

The kakejiku crossed the sea and arrived to the school in Australia.

 

The staff in Australia were pleased with the souvenir.

eastern hills senior high school

EASTERN HILLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

 

exchanging meeting1

exchanging meeting0

 

The box that is on the round table is the kakejiku. We are glad that the kakejiku box was wrapped with a special wrapping paper called “noshigami“, which is for gifts.

The cultural exchange meeting between 2 schools

The cultural exchange meeting between 2 schools

 

 

Japanese souvenir

The kakejiku was debuted.

 

In Japan, many paintings like this were developed in ancient times to be hung in “tokonoma” alcoves which is why they have vertical orientations. The kakejiku was as tall as a person’s stature, so it was very dynamic and impressive. We are very glad the staff in Australia were pleased with the souvenir.

The meeting was successfully completed in a friendly atmosphere.

friendly atmosphere

 

Lastly

As a kakejiku manufacturer, We are pleased that this traditional Japanese art form has crossed the sea and is delighting people in other countries. We will continue to share the charm of kakejiku all over the world.

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Our Feelings For Kakejiku

 The Japanese people have long set a high value on aesthetic senses since ancient times. As a result, the
peculiar culture which is not seen in other countries blossomed and many aspects of the modern Japanese
culture come from it. Parts of Japanese culture has been introduced to people in other countries recently,
so the number of people from other countries who are interested in Japanese culture has been increasing.
However, the Japanese aesthetic senses, which are the bases of Japanese culture, have been nurtured
through a long history, intertwining various elements intricately, such as climate, geographical features,
religion, customs and so on. Therefore, they are very difficult to understand not only for people from other
countries, but even for the Japanese people. I think the best tool which conveys these difficult senses
understandably is a “kakejiku.”
 The kakejiku (a hanging scroll; a work of calligraphy or a painting which is mounted and hung in an
alcove or on a wall) is a traditional Japanese art. It's no exaggeration to say that paintings are what
express aesthetic senses at all times and places. The kakejiku is an art which expresses the Japanese
aesthetic senses. The kakejiku has long been used in traditional Japanese events, daily life and so on since
ancient times. As a result, there are various customs of kakejiku in Japan; kakejiku and the life of the
Japanese are closely related. We can see Japanese values through kakejiku.
 The kakejiku is a cultural tradition which the Japanese people should be proud of. However, many people
in other countries don't know much about it because it hasn't been showcased as much. This is why I
decided to try to introduce it. The kakejiku world is very interesting and beautiful. We want not only the
Japanese, but also many people from other countries to know and enjoy it. I hope that many people will
love kakejiku someday.

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Company Profile
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Name Art Nomura

President Tatsuji Nomura

Founded1973

Established1992

Address7-23 Babadori, Tarumi-ku, Kobe city,
Hyougo Prefecture, 655-0021, Japan


Capital10 million yen

URLhttp://nomurakakejiku.com

Our Business

 Art Nomura is an art dealer which produces kakejiku (hanging scrolls). We mount many paintings and calligraphic works in kakejiku in my factory. Kakejiku are our main product. We also remount and repair old or damaged kakejiku. We share the traditional Japanese art of kakejiku with people all over the world.


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 The Japanese people have long set a high value on aesthetic senses since ancient times. As a result, the
peculiar culture which is not seen in other countries blossomed and many aspects of the modern Japanese
culture come from it. Parts of Japanese culture has been introduced to people in other countries recently,
so the number of people from other countries who are interested in Japanese culture has been increasing.
However, the Japanese aesthetic senses, which are the bases of Japanese culture, have been nurtured
through a long history, intertwining various elements intricately, such as climate, geographical features,
religion, customs and so on. Therefore, they are very difficult to understand not only for people from other
countries, but even for the Japanese people. I think the best tool which conveys these difficult senses
understandably is a “kakejiku.”
 The kakejiku (a hanging scroll; a work of calligraphy or a painting which is mounted and hung in an
alcove or on a wall) is a traditional Japanese art. It's no exaggeration to say that paintings are what
express aesthetic senses at all times and places. The kakejiku is an art which expresses the Japanese
aesthetic senses. The kakejiku has long been used in traditional Japanese events, daily life and so on since
ancient times. As a result, there are various customs of kakejiku in Japan; kakejiku and the life of the
Japanese are closely related. We can see Japanese values through kakejiku.
 The kakejiku is a cultural tradition which the Japanese people should be proud of. However, many people
in other countries don't know much about it because it hasn't been showcased as much. This is why I
decided to try to introduce it. The kakejiku world is very interesting and beautiful. We want not only the
Japanese, but also many people from other countries to know and enjoy it. I hope that many people will
love kakejiku someday.

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