# Promotion of Japanese traditional crafts and manufacturing

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/promotion-of-japanese-traditional-crafts-and-manufacturing
> Updated: 2026-08-24T03:46:45.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Events in Tokyo have highlighted the promotion of Japanese traditional crafts and regional manufacturing. The 72nd Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition opened at the Mitsukoshi Main Store, showcasing various handmade artistry such as Kaga mother-of-pearl and Kaga yuzen textiles. Discussions surrounding the exhibition emphasized how traditional crafts can function as tourism assets to promote regional craftsmanship.

Building on this focus on cultural products, participants for the 102nd Tokyo International Gift Show have been announced. Exhibitors such as ZEN Co., Ltd. plan to showcase items incorporating Japanese cultural motifs for inbound tourists, while the Machikoba Products collective will present goods from small-scale manufacturers across Japan. These efforts link traditional craftsmanship and local factory production with modern design and the circular economy.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Tokyo International Gift Show 2026 participants announced

Various Japanese companies, including ZEN Co., Ltd. and Machikoba Products, will exhibit at the 102nd Tokyo International Gift Show in September 2026, featuring cultural souvenirs and local crafts.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tokyo-international-gift-show-2026-participants-announced

### 2026-07-29: Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition attracts visitors in Tokyo

Tokyo’s Mitsukoshi hosts the 72nd Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition, drawing diverse crowds, while a related talk event explores crafts as tourism assets.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japan-traditional-crafts-exhibition-attracts-visitors-in-tokyo

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