Traditional Crafts in Niigata

Traditional Craft Products of Niigata Designated by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry

since ancient times, each using materials, skills, and technology unique to each region and passed down from one generation to the next. Among these regional crafts, 243 items have been officially recognized and awarded the status of Traditional Craft by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry as of October 2024. Niigata has the 2nd largest concentration of Traditional Craft Products in Japan. Currently, 14 regions produce 17 different items.​

The criteria of Traditional Craft Products as follow,-
- The craft item must be used mainly in everyday life.
- They must be hand-made.
- The traditional skills, technique and raw materials must have been in use for over 100 years.
- The craft item must have been contributing for the development of regional enterprises.
The official label is usually displayed on the craft for its recognition.

新潟県の伝統的工芸品へ （Go to Japanese Site）

Links to relevant sites

• General Incorporated Foundation the Association for the Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries＜外部リンク＞
• Kanto Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry＜外部リンク＞