Article: The Beginning of a Year for a Wagasa Craftsman
The Beginning of a Year for a Wagasa Craftsman
A wagasa craftsman’s year begins in the quiet bamboo groves.
In the crisp winter air, the craftsman enters the mountains himself to harvest the bamboo that will become the ribs of the umbrellas.
Facing nature and cherishing the materials—this is the beginning of wagasa making, a tradition passed down from generations past.
From here, the bamboo gradually takes shape, transforming into an umbrella that gently accompanies everyday life.
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