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 Cover of latest issue Chinaware by Yasuhiko Kato, the seventh generation head of the Shingyokuen kiln. The blue-and-white porcelain of Seto originated at the beginning of the nineteenth century and is characterized by glossy surfaces and skillfully hand-painted bright indigo designs. The ware is used primarily for the tea ceremony and flower arrangement, as well as for functional tableware and decoration. (Photo by Masatsugu Yokoyama; story on page 1.) (story on ENDURING TRADITIONS) |
Aichi Prefecture is located roughly in the middle of the Japanese archipelago and is the nation's top industrial prefecture, being the home of Toyota Motor Corp. and other leading-edge manufacturers. It also has a rich history and cultural tradition that continue to enrich the lives of residents today. A number of large-scale projects are planned to lead the prefecture into the twenty-first century, including the 2005 World Exposition and a new international airport. AICHI VOICE is a colorful English-language publication issued twice a year in the spring and fall by the Aichi International Association, a nonprofit organization established by the Aichi Prefectureal government, to introduce Aichi's proud traditions and latest trends to a worldwide audience. This Website contains the magazine's contents in electronic form to give everyone with Internet access a chance to learn more about our prefecture.
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