Tottori Folk Crafts Museum

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Located in the center of Tottori City, this museum was established by Shoya Yoshida, a leader of the Mingei movement who advocated "Beauty of Use" (finding beauty in everyday items). Ceramics, lacquerware, and woodwork collected from all over the world and local Tottori are exhibited, all of which are warm masterpieces actually used in people's lives, not just for observation. At the adjacent "Takumi Kappo" restaurant, you can taste Tottori's local cuisine using Mingei vessels. For travelers interested in traditional Japanese craftsmanship and refined aesthetic beauty, this is a sacred place where deep inspiration can be gained.

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鳥取民藝美術館・鳥取たくみ工芸店

Tottori Prefecture

Tottori Folk Crafts Museum

Address: 651 Sakaemachi, Tottori-shi, Tottori
Website: https://www.tottori-mingei.jp/
Operator: Tottori Folk Crafts Museum

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