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[1] These days, many international students come to universities and pay attention to local cultural practices. When they experience the practices, they often say, “They are so ① .” Some people are amazed at their significance and the unique regional traditions in music, dance, clothing, architecture and so on. A student who came to learn traditional tea ceremony said, “It is remarkable. The movements are precise, only deliberate and graceful. The techniques are truly elegant, and the experience touches the heart.”
[2] Now, some people use innovative methods to preserve traditional cultural practices.
These practices are gaining popularity among international audiences. Here is an example. Pottery (raku yaki) in Kyoto Prefecture is renowned as a traditional craft. Though the traditional style was monochromatic, one of the artisans* created decorative pottery for collectors. They sold successfully, and now enthusiasts all over the globe can acquire blue, purple, orange, and silver pieces, too.
[3] However, his path to achievement was not so straightforward. Many collectors understood the merit* of his monochromatic pottery, but they did not purchase his works so frequently. They preferred decorative pottery instead of plain ones. He was ② at the concept of applying various patterns to his pottery because he believed it should remain simple. At the beginning, he could not visualize how to make them decorative. His undertaking was demanding, but he persisted and never surrendered. Eventually, he achieved his goal. He began to market his decorated creations in Asia and Australia. The decorative pottery captivated more collectors, and they started to acquire them.
[4] Why did he strive so intensely to develop decorative pottery? He pursued this not solely for clients but also for himself. He firmly believed that he could advance the tradition by introducing innovative designs. He conducted surveys on the preferences of buyers and applied it to enhance his creations. Furthermore, he continued sharing details about his new products to wider communities. Because of these endeavors, his works started to appeal to numerous individuals. These individuals also became fascinated by his original monochromatic pottery. They were impressed and moved by the artistry of his original pieces, as well.
[5] Most traditional craftspeople take pride in their heritage works. They have made considerable efforts to uphold their customs and develop their expertise over many decades. They have endeavored to improve their heritage products for patrons. Going forward, it will be essential to be more imaginative to engage many buyers across the globe. Let’s attempt to blend the aesthetic sensibility of skilled artisans and admirers everywhere. Embracing this worldwide perspective will assist us to discover fresh expressions for heritage crafts.
(注) pottery 陶芸 (raku yaki) 楽焼（京都）
artisans 職人 merit 価値
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