工芸
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Noun referring to crafts or applied arts involving manual skill and industrial techniques. Used in contexts like 『工芸品』 (kōgeihin, 'craft goods') or 『工芸家』 (kōgeika, 'craftsperson').
Theme
At a craft fair, User and their colleague Akira explore handmade items and discuss industrial arts.
工芸
こうげい
industrial arts
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'craft' workshop where artisans create beautiful objects. 'Craft' sounds like 'kōgei' — think of 'ko-gei' as 'craft art' for industrial arts.
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『工芸』 (kōgei, 'industrial arts') is highly valued as part of traditional culture, including crafts like pottery, textiles, and lacquerware. It's often taught in schools and celebrated in museums and festivals.
Forms
Base: 工芸Noun referring to crafts or applied arts involving manual skill and industrial techniques. Used in contexts like 『工芸品』 (kōgeihin, 'craft goods') or 『工芸家』 (kōgeika, 'craftsperson').