Mother's Day, Father's Day 2023: how about a Japanese gift?
Looking for a special gift for Mother's Day or Father's Day 2023? Why not consider a gift of Japanese art that combines beauty and symbolism...
Kogeisan: live art from Japan & Korea
Alongside my work as an antiques dealer, I organize conferences (notably with Kogei Magazine) and create content as a Kogeisan. It's with the desire to share my knowledge...
Dragonflies and insects at the heart of Japanese art
The dragonfly, an insect apart In Japanese art, the tonbo 蜻蛉 dragonfly is considered a symbol of good luck, resurrection and transformation.... an insect "apart"...
The art of the samurai…
A glimpse into the life of a Japanese warrior: Samurai viewed art as a means of expressing their culture, their clan and family affiliation, and as a way to…
Life at the court of the Emperor of Japan as seen by historians of the Edo period
How did the Emperor of Japan live? and above all, how did historians of the Edo period (1603-1868)... I invite you to follow this lecture by Estelle Bauer (INALCO and Director of the...
The rabbit: an icon of the Japanese bestiary (with Kogei Magazine)
This week we officially began the Year of the Rabbit, an opportunity to talk about this animal which is one of the most represented in Japanese (and Korean) art. Associated with the moon or…
2023: Happy Year of the Rabbit!
Dear friends,I wish you a wonderful year #2023 guided by the rabbit 🐇 usagi.A year under the sign of Japanese craftsmanship, passion for shapes and materials. For...
A Japanese Christmas gift?
To make your search for Japanese gifts easier, I invite you to use the following page: https://www.kogeiya.com/cadeau-noel-anniversaire-japon to filter Japanese items by price. Feel free to…
The art of raku: a Japanese ceramic technique
Raku, also called rakuyaki in Japanese, is a glaze-making technique used in Japan since the 16th century. This tradition has been perpetuated to this day in Japan and by…
Back to 1930 in Kyoto for a Fashion Show
I'm taking you to Kyoto in 1930 for a fashion show just for you, with a video colorized by artificial intelligence. The result is stunning! This fashion show...