In Kyoto, Japan, there is the Kyoto Seishu Netsuke Art Museum, which is the only netsuke specialized art museum in Japan. This museum is a traditional Japanese samurai residence …

Mar 12, 2025 · As netsuke evolved so did the design vocabulary, encompassing mythological creatures, religious subjects, zodiacal animals, kabuki actors or literary heroes. Netsuke could …

Jul 10, 2020 · But what exactly are netsuke, and what do they represent? We answer all your questions with 14 masterpieces of miniature netsuke carving that will make you want to start a …

Welcome to the official web site of the International Netsuke Society, devoted to the study and appreciation of netsuke and its related art forms (inro, ojime, sagemono).

Few Asian objects have captivated Western audiences as powerfully as the Japanese toggles called netsuke (pronounced netské).

Nov 1, 2009 · Netsuke crafted by contemporary carvers unveil the international appeal of what was once a quintessentially Japanese tradition. Until the 1960s, most professional netsuke …

Feb 26, 2024 · Netsukes were part of fashion in Edo period Japan. From rabbits to religious statements, netsuke came in various materials and forms. During the Edo period in Japan, …

Find appraisal values for all types of vintage or antique netsuke and related items of Japanese origin and folklore. Learn how to spot recent reproductions and avoid costly mistakes.

Netsuke is a fastener that is attached to an obi belt to prevent daily necessaries from falling. It has been developed throughout history as a tool that combines practicality and artistry.

A Netsuke, pronounced neh tsu keh (proper) or net ski (common, but improper), is an intricately and exquisitely carved miniature sculpture drilled with connecting holes so that it can be …