{"title":"Haku-sho Yamada Glassworks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdo Kiriko／Haku-sho Yamada Glassworks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe world is captivated by the beauty of delicate lines and gentle curves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/8843\/7419\/files\/1_3.png?v=1763781234\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Haku-sho Yamada Glassworks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/8843\/7419\/files\/2_4.png?v=1763781234\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLocated in Sumida, Tokyo, Haku-sho Yamada Glassworks is an Edo Kiriko studio that has continued for over 80 years across three generations. While preserving the traditional craftsmanship of Edo Kiriko — designated as a Traditional Craft of Japan — the studio reimagines quintessential Japanese motifs such as cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji through a refined, contemporary sensibility.\u003cbr\u003eThe hallmark of Haku-sho’s work is the “Hana Kiriko” (flower-cut glass) technique developed by third-generation master Masateru Yamada.\u003cbr\u003eUsing the gravure engraving technique, he gently presses glass against a rotating polishing wheel, carving ultra-shallow grooves that express delicate petals and serene landscapes through soft, flowing curves.\u003cbr\u003eBy combining this poetic, curvilinear Hana Kiriko with the bold, geometric cuts of traditional Edo Kiriko, Yamada creates a unique aesthetic — where boldness and delicacy, straight lines and curves coexist in perfect harmony.\u003cbr\u003eThe second-generation master, Teruo Yamada, was celebrated as a leading figure in modern Japanese glass art, winning numerous awards including the Grand Prize at the Japan Glass Exhibition.\u003cbr\u003eHis successor, Masateru Yamada, carries forward both his father’s skill and spirit, merging tradition with innovation to pioneer new expressions of Edo Kiriko.\u003cbr\u003eIn 2017, he was selected for Toyota’s “LEXUS NEW TAKUMI PROJECT,” gaining wide recognition for redefining Edo Kiriko for the modern era.\u003cbr\u003e“By bringing Edo Kiriko into everyday life, I want to make each day a little brighter and more enjoyable.”\u003cbr\u003eAt Haku-sho Yamada Glassworks, each piece is not an untouchable artwork, but beauty made to be used.\u003cbr\u003eEvery glass carries the devotion and mastery of the craftsman, etched into its gleaming surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdo Kiriko\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/8843\/7419\/files\/3_4.png?v=1763781233\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCutting light and reflecting time — Japan’s art of precision and brilliance.\u003cbr\u003eEdo Kiriko is a traditional Japanese cut-glass craft in which intricate patterns are engraved onto the surface of glass.\u003cbr\u003eIts origins date back to the late Edo period, when glass merchant Kyūbei Kagaya began engraving glass in Edo (modern-day Tokyo).\u003cbr\u003eDuring the Meiji era, Western cutting techniques were adopted, allowing Edo Kiriko to evolve into a distinct Japanese art form.\u003cbr\u003eThe defining feature of Edo Kiriko is the use of “kise glass” — colored glass layered over clear glass — which is precisely hand-cut with a rotating whetstone.\u003cbr\u003eBy varying the depth and angle of each incision, artisans create delicate patterns that shimmer differently in the light.\u003cbr\u003eMotifs such as kiku-tsunagi (chrysanthemum link), asa-no-ha (hemp leaf), yarai (bamboo fence), and nanako (fish roe) reflect the sophistication and playful spirit of Edo culture.\u003cbr\u003eEach piece’s brilliance — clear, even, and vibrant — can only be achieved through the seasoned hands of a master artisan.\u003cbr\u003eWhen held, light dances across the glass, reviving time itself within its reflection.\u003cbr\u003eToday, Edo Kiriko continues to evolve, embracing modern aesthetics while preserving its essence.\u003cbr\u003eIt stands as a living bridge of light — connecting Japan’s past and future through glass.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"edo-kiriko-rocks-glass-ripples-yamada-glass","title":"Edo Kiriko Rocks Glass | Ripples | Yamada Glass","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"946\"\u003eCutting light and reflecting time — Japan’s art of precision and brilliance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"949\"\u003eEdo Kiriko is a traditional Japanese cut-glass craft in which artisans engrave delicate patterns into glass. 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