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Handmade works are popular in Japan as well, just like they are trending on Etsy and Amazon Handmade in the USA.
Japanese handmade items showcase the dexterity and skill of Japanese artisans.
This article will clearly summarize the latest trends in Japanese handmade crafts for international readers.
Not only will this captivate Japanese fans, but it will also charm enthusiasts from around the world.
Thank you for reading! Let's learn about Japanese trends together!
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Top 5 Latest Trends
Resin Accessories: Transparency and Colorful Designs
Resin art is created by adding colors and patterns to clear resin. In Japan, various objects are encapsulated in resin in many different forms.
For example, earrings and piercings that encapsulate traditional Japanese ukiyo-e prints, or flowers. There are also artists who create beautiful earrings by incorporating pieces of seashells.
One of the great things about resin is that you can create your favorite shapes. Therefore, it is a very popular genre in Japan.
There is a wide variety of resin items, including earrings, piercings, keychains, and barrettes. The impression is that accessories are the most common.
Embroidery Art: Fusion of Various Cultures
In Japan, intricate embroidery art has become a trend.
Many embroidery works can be seen in Japan that look as if they were precisely embroidered with a machine, and there are pieces that feature realistic bead embroidery of dogs, cats, and other subjects.
The most popular are works using Indian embroidery ribbons, which incorporate embroidery used in Indian ethnic clothing called saris.
There is a wide variety of artworks using Indian embroidery ribbons, including earrings, piercings, bags, and hair accessories.
The precise and beautiful Indian embroidery ribbons resonate well with Japanese sensibilities. Be sure to search for Japanese embroidery art!
I love embroidery work! It's so beautiful.
In Japan, there are also works with embroidery on organdy! That's amazing.
Wool Felt: Creating Realistic Animals and Characters
Wool felt art is a method of shaping soft wool by pricking it with a needle, and many artists create works of realistic animals and characters. I
n Japan, animal lovers and people who are attached to their pets tend to buy them. The technique is amazing, and some artists even create pieces that resemble the purchaser's pet.
I want a piece featuring my pet too!
That makes you want to brag to everyone, doesn't it?
Miniature Art: Exquisite Small Worlds
Japanese miniature works are highly praised around the world for their attention to detail and high level of technical skill.
They are particularly characterized by realistic depictions of food and architecture, and the diversity of themes is also attractive.
Many works reflect traditional Japanese culture, using a variety of materials such as resin and wood. Examples include miniatures of Japanese sweets and sushi, as well as tea rooms and shrines.
Through these works, Japanese culture is introduced to overseas fans. Japanese miniature art continues to fascinate miniature fans around the world with its sophistication and beauty.
Fabric Accessories: Practical and Stylish Items
Japanese fabric accessories are loved by many people for their beauty and practicality.
The Liberty pattern is especially popular for its delicate floral patterns and classic designs offered by the Liberty department store in London. This pattern is made of high-quality cotton material called Tana Lawn, which is thin and light, yet durable and soft to the touch. In Japan, Liberty-patterned pouches, tissue cases, handkerchiefs, masks, and other everyday accessories are often seen.
Liberty-patterned fabrics are also used as fashion items such as dresses and blouses, giving them an elegant and glamorous impression. They are also popular as interior items such as cushion covers, curtains, and tablecloths.
If you are interested in handmade items with cute designs, try exploring Japanese fabric accessories.
Summary
How was it? Did you find the trends between America and Japan different? In Japan, handmade platforms like "minne" and "Creema" are particularly popular. Among them, minne offers international shipping services. Overseas customers can purchase through minne-approved overseas proxy services such as "WorldShopping," "Neokyo," "Bibian," and "doorzo," so please make use of them!
If there are other artworks or aspects of Japanese handmade crafts that interest you, please continue to comment! I would like to write blogs about them in English.
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