Shikoku Craft Guide: Awa Indigo, Tosa Washi, and Bamboo Work
A Shikoku route for dyeing, handmade paper, bamboo, and quiet maker towns beyond the pilgrimage image.
By Made by Japan Editorial
What to focus on
Treat the island as a material route: indigo leaves, paper fibers, bamboo, and wood.
Suggested route
- Tokushima indigo dyeing
- Kochi or Ehime paper stops
- Bamboo and woodwork near rail hubs
Use the shikoku craft directory with the craft type listings to compare nearby traditions before finalizing the route.
See the art context too
Connect craft regions and techniques with contemporary art, museums, and galleries.