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蝉時雨はノイズ？虫の音を「声」と感じる不思議な感性【彬子女王殿下が未来へ伝えたいにっぽんのことば】

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2026.07

The Kyoto Artisan Experience: Create Your Own Kumihimo Braids, Katazome Prints, and Kyo-Karakami Paper Using Authentic Tools

When visiting Kyoto, trying your hand at understanding the techniques behind how crafts are born makes for a wonderful travel memory. We introduce three workshops where you can enjoy an authentic craft experience using the genuine tools and materials employed by artisans.

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2026.07

明智光秀を「本能寺の変」に駆り立てた？近年注目されている「四国政策転換説」の全貌

「本能寺の変」は日本史上最大のミステリーとして関心を集めてきた。明智光秀の背後に、陰謀めいた何かが存在したのではないか、そう想像する人たちが少なくなかったからである。裏で羽柴秀吉が光秀を扇動した、いや、足利幕府15代将軍の義昭が操っていた、はたまた織田信長と長く敵対していた大坂本願寺こそ黒幕だ――など、語り出すと切りがない歴史ファンは多い。そんな中、近年話題になっているのが「四国政策転換説」である。いったいどんな見解なのかを詳しく紹介したい。

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小林明

2026.07

バレエの「伝統」と「現代」が交差。400年の歴史をアップデートする挑戦的な舞台『POLA presents BALLET TheNewClassic 2026』開催

400年以上の歴史を紡いできたクラシックバレエ。その完成された「型」と美の世界に現代のクリエイティブを融合させ、新たな可能性を提示する公演が今夏、幕を開けます。2026年7月30日（木）から8月2日（日）まで、新国立劇場・中劇場で開催される『POLA presents BALLET TheNewClassic 2026』。過去2回の開催でいずれもチケットが完売している人気シリーズの待望の第3弾です。伝統の枠組みを超え、新たな美学を提示する今作の見どころと、その全貌に迫ります。

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2026.07

豊臣秀吉の出世城「長浜城」。黒田官兵衛の息子と寧々の逸話も

2026大河ドラマ『豊臣兄弟！』では、主人公の豊臣秀長とともに、兄の秀吉も大注目です！愛嬌のある笑顔で人を巻き込む様子は、池松壮亮さんの好演もあって、「人たらし」と感じます。今後の展開で秀吉は権力を手にして、変わっていくのでしょうか？兄弟の関係はいかに！？

天下人への足がかりになったことから「秀吉の出世城」と呼ばれているのが、近江国（おうみのくに･現在の滋賀県）琵琶湖の湖畔に築いた「長浜城」です。どのような城だったのか、ひもといてみたいと思います！

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柴犬

2026.07

The Vessel and the Self: How Prada’s New ‘CHAWAN CABINET’ in Milan Reimagines Our Relationship with Everyday Objects

On 16th April 2026, Prada unveiled 'CHAWAN CABINET' in collaboration with the artist Theaster Gates. At the heart of the project is the chawan—the traditional Japanese ceramic tea bowl, which plays a vital role in Japanese tea ceremony culture. Centred around specially created ceramic works, this exhibition traverses the realms of art and craft, appreciation and utility, to re-examine the relationship between vessels and people, prompting us to once again question the value found within our daily lives.

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2026.07

「浦島太郎」からの「鶴の恩返し」からの「竹取物語」？貝と人間のラブストーリー『蛤の草紙』がおもしろい！

むかしむかし主人公は助けた蛤に求婚され、蛤は美しい布を織りあげ、天からお迎えが……ん？　この話どこかで読んだことがある。
御伽草子のひとつ『蛤の草紙』は、子どもの頃に読んだあれとかこの昔話を寄せ集めたような物語。しかし、唯一無二のおもしろさがある。なにしろ主人公に求婚してくる美女が、蛤（はまぐり）である。貝と結ばれた男の不思議な昔話をご紹介。

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馬場紀衣

2026.07

Purification Before Prayer: The Linguistic roots and Rituals of the Japanese Temizusha

When I visited a shrine the other day, I asked a Shinto priest how to pronounce Temizusha (手水舎), and they replied, ‘Temizusha’. I was quite surprised, as I had firmly believed it was pronounced ‘Chozuya’. The priest went on to explain, "The pronunciation actually varies depending on the shrine." It varies from place to place!? How rather mysterious. Therefore, I decided to look into the Temizusha myself!

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瓦谷登貴子

2026.07

夢の世界は水の中、山の中にも。異世界を垣間見た昔話の人びと

昔話でもっとも有名な水中世界といえば、あの浦島太郎も訪ねた竜宮城を思いだすにちがいない。しかし水中には、もっと煌びやかな場所がある。そこでは瑠璃と珊瑚の玉が敷かれ、香しい花々が咲いている。
今回ご紹介するのは、知られざる夢のような世界。うっとりするほど華やかで、ぞっとするほど奇妙で、手土産まで頂ける。想像を超えた不思議な場所へご案内します。

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馬場紀衣

2026.07

蝉時雨はノイズ？虫の音を「声」と感じる不思議な感性【彬子女王殿下が未来へ伝えたいにっぽんのことば】

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2026.06

『和樂』8,9月号、大特集は「天才！琳派オールスターズ」付録は和樂オリジナル「琳派一かわいい芳中＆雪佳シール」♡

『和樂（わらく）』2026年8,9月号、7月1日（水）発売！　本誌の連載、特集ラインナップをお届けします。

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2026.06

Phantom Bottom-Pinchers and an All-Male Species? Unmasking the Mischievous Water Kappa Spirit

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馬場紀衣

2026.06

[Kyoto] Fit for Royalty: Suetomi’s charming bite-sized wagashi served to Queen Elizabeth II

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2026.06

An Infinite World of Flavour Combinations! The Signature Bowls of “Shiruko” — An Array of Soups | Kyoto’s National Treasure-Grade Delicacies 【Volume 3】

Restaurants that have been supported by people across generations always have a signature dish. Moreover, when a restaurant dedicates itself ‘solely to this one flavour’, that dish truly becomes a national treasure-grade delicacy! This project began with such admiration from our editorial team. In this third installment, we shine a spotlight on the dazzling variety of soups served at the traditional kappo restaurant, Shiruko. Join us as we guide you through these culinary masterpieces, each bowl brimming with the passion and proud craftsmanship of the master chef.

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2026.06

Kyoto, the Capital of Craft! [4 seasonal Kyoto treats that taste as beautiful as they look (Part 1)]

Kyoto confectionery, or 'Kyo-gashi' (京菓子) are known for the beauty of their designs, inspired by seasonal motifs and events. This time, we will shift our perspective a little and feature sweets with intricate workmanship that make you feel, "This too is a kind of craft". First, we will introduce 4 Kyogashi available for a limited time only, allowing you to enjoy the season in a way that is unique to Kyoto!

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2026.06

Why ‘cute’ is quite enough: The Legendary, Rare Genius of Nagasawa Rosetsu

Nagasawa Rosetsu (長沢芦雪) is an Edo period painter popular for his whimsically cute yurukawa style paintings of puppies. Yet, his cute drawingss are only a fraction of his true, radical genius. As the top disciple of Maruyama Okyo (円山応挙), who led a school of realistic expression, he possessed undeniable painting skills, and there are works he painted with strict precision. On the other hand, there are unprecedented anecdotes about him, such as being expelled from the school multiple times... Together with Kaneko Nobuhisa, an art historian who loves ‘cute Japanese art’, we take a deep dive into his profound mastery.

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2026.06

Bound by spirits and paranormal activity? Why sleep paralysis was feared by the people of Edo Japan

Have you ever experienced sleep paralysis? I experienced it a few times in my youth, and the terror of it was immense!! I never wish to experience it again... The condition wherein one's consciousness is awake during sleep, yet the body cannot be moved, is commonly known as 'kanashibari' in japanese. In ancient times, it is said that people in the Edo period were also plagued by it. Is this a paranormal phenomenon, or are there other factors at play? Let us unravel that mystery!!

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瓦谷登貴子

2026.06

When it comes to suppon cuisine in Kyoto, this is the place! Daiichi’s ‘marunabe’ | Kyoto’s ‘National Treasure-Grade Delicacies’

Restaurants that have been supported by people across generations always have a signature dish. Moreover, when a restaurant dedicates itself "solely to this one dish", that dish truly becomes a Kyoto’s national treasure-grade delicacy! This project began with such admiration from our editorial team. Gracing the finale is the 'marunabe' hotpot (まる鍋) from Daiichi (大市), renowned as a distinguished restaurant for suppon cuisine. Come and enjoy a culinary experience in Kyoto that will warm your heart even more than its delicious taste!

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2026.06

Collector’s edition of Domon Ken’s Koji Junrei released by Shogakukan with a fresh new look

Koji Junrei (古寺巡礼) is a work that Domon Ken (土門拳), one of Japan's leading photographers, spent half his life photographing, spanning the pre-war and post-war periods, even as he became reliant on a wheelchair. Maintaining the exact quality of the ultra-large format book SUMO Hon Domon Ken (SUMO本土門拳; a one-metre spread) published by us in 2021, we have re-edited it into a more accessible size and price. This masterpiece, which radiates an eternal light, has been reproduced using the latest printing technology. This single volume conveys the powerful and beautiful charm of Domon's photography. Moreover it is a bilingual book complete with a full English translation!

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