Edo Kiriko Cut Glass - Japanese Traditional Craft Kaleidoscope in Gift Box (Ultramarine Blue) | Perfect for Home Decor, Unique Gifts & Cultural Collectibles

【What is Edo Kiriko?】-Edo Kiriko(江戸切子) is founded by Kagaya Kyubei in 1834. He started to carve a glass with using emery powder in Edo, now known as Tokyo.-During Meiji Era(1868－1912), Edo Kiriko introduced to European glass cutting skill. It combined both original and European techniques. It is the current Edo Kiriko.-In 2002, Edo Kiriko was designated as Japanese traditional craft by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry.【Master of Traditional Crafts-伝統工芸士】-This license is established by The Association for the Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries(DENSAN) in 1974 in Japan.-People who want to get the license must work as a craftman in specific area for more than 12 years and live in the origin area of craftarts. -They take exam and interview which is arranged by DENSAN.-People who are given that license have an obligation to preserve original traditional craft.-Nowadays, about 7,700 traditional craftsmen are registered. 【Ohba glass-大場硝子】-Toshio Ohba started in 1966.-His son, Kazutoshi who has traditional craftsmen license takes over the workshop and creates Edo Kiriko with three staffs. -They provide handcrafted sake cup and multipurpose-old glass which are themed Japanese four seasons.