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Shosa: Meditation in Japanese Handwork

內容簡介

內容簡介 Twelve beautiful, mindfully created in-depth portraits of Japanese makers in words and photos, including information about different regions to visit in JapanThe Japanese concept Shosa is hard to translate: it’s about the beauty that lies in the repetition of actions and movements, striving for perfection and efficiency in their execution. You can find it in the rituals of a Japanese tea ceremony, but also in the repetition of cleaning actions (like in the movie Perfect Days) or in the skilful actions of craftsmen and women.This book portrays 12 Japanese makers from different regions. From a bamboo weaver to a tatami mats maker, from a ceramist to a cook who specialises in puddings. The writer and photographer went to visit these makers in their studios and created profound portraits in words and images. Because the craftsmen and women often rely on locally sourced materials, the stories in this book also cover the surroundings. The aim isn’t to provide tourist guide-like information, but to share a taste of various regions in Japan, so this book can also serve as a source of inspiration when you’re planning a trip to the Land of the Rising Sun.

作者介紹

作者介紹 Ringo Gomez-JorgeRingo Gomez-Jorge is a Belgium-based freelance journalist who specialises in face-to-face, in-depth interviews with designers, makers and artists. He writes for Flemish quality newspapers like De Standaard and De Morgen and has a weak spot for Japan, where he tries to spend as much time as possible.Rob WalbersRob Walbers is a Tokyo-based freelance photographer. His work ranges from music photography (including portraits of Madonna, The Rolling Stones, Lady Gaga, Morrissey and Radiohead) to the fields of fashion and lifestyle. Next to his commercial work, he focuses on personal projects, which have resulted in numerous publications and exhibitions and an array of awards.

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最佳賣點 : 集結十二個底蘊深厚、在創作上獨具巧思的日本傳統技藝職人肖像，以精緻圖文介紹身處日本不同區域的他們的創作以及該區旅遊資訊。書名取用日文「所作」一詞、意指在重複的動作和行為中展現的美、在反覆執行的過程裡發揮的完美與效率--不論是茶道、榻榻米製作、陶藝、竹編...書中職人的「所作」力與作品魅力令人折服!