> [!NOTE]+ Meta > Author:: Steve Beimel > Reference:: https://japanlivingarts.com/japan-craft-21-newsletter-may-2022/ > Date:: 2022-05 > Tags:: #Japan #craftWords > WeftLinks:: [[World Craft Dictionary]] > [!SUMMARY] Summary > The takumi spirit involves masterly production in small quantities. The publication JapanCraft21 divides “crafts” into the following four categories. It focuses on Master Artisan Crafts. These are works may with great skill but are affordable. > Master Artist Crafts — one-of-a-kind or very limited editions made by people with developed “takumi spirit” (a high degree of focus and a relentless pursuit of excellence developed over many years of training and honing of skills. Though such people exist throughout the world, the number of such people in Japan is truly astounding.) Master Craft Artists inspire Master Craft Artisans. > Master Artisan Crafts — production ware (nearly identical works made repetitively in moderate quantities) made by masters of “takumi spirit;” they are thus more affordably priced. > General Crafts — well-made, useful, inexpensive items made by people with a couple years of training. > Hobbyist Crafts — made by enthusiasts with some training; these useful and inexpensive works are an important part of culture.