An apprenticeship in a traditional Japanese craft can be daunting for even the keenest student. Often lasting years and with few vacation days, the commitment requires unwavering endeavor and patience, without even the guarantee of a lifelong livelihood on completion. Many of Japan’s crafts are in decline, offering artisans an uncertain future. Still, more and more people from around the world are embracing the challenge and carving out a place for themselves in Japan’s oldest industries. Meet the non-Japanese people who are keeping traditional Japanese crafts alive. Click the link in our bio for the full story. 📸 Photos courtesy of Valentin Brose, Suzanne Ross and Dale Brotherton
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