Official Texts and References
Official Textbook for DENKEN-TEST Exam [Level 2 and 3] Scheduled for Release in Summer 2024!
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This book is the official textbook for DENKEN-TEST, which allows you to comprehensively study Japanese traditional culture.
The eight genres of traditional crafts and traditional culture that you will learn about in DENKEN-TEST are explained with plenty of photographs and illustrations. This is an introductory book for those who want to learn more about traditional Japanese culture, as well as for those who want to prepare for this exams. It can also be used as a small dictionary to keep on hand. *More than 90% of the Level 3 questions and more than 70% of the Level 2 questions will be from this textbook.
Coming soon! “Official Textbook" to go on sale in summer 2024Reference Books designated by Japan Traditional Culture Testing Association (WebPages)
Reference Books (WebPages) recommended by Japan Traditional Culture Testing Association for studying for the exam. Please refer with the official textbook.
[Traditional Crafts]
- About Traditional Crafts | The Association for the Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries (kougeihin.jp)
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An explanatory page on the website of the Traditional Crafts The Association for the Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries (Densan-Kyokai). You can learn the basics about the history and current state of “Traditional Crafts" designated by the government.
- Learn about crafts | Traditional Crafts Aoyama Square (kougeihin.jp)
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The gallery and shop "Traditional Crafts Aoyama Square," run directly by Densan-Kyokai, showcases traditional crafts from all over Japan with photographs. The site also has a wide range of search functions, and in addition to articles explaining the techniques and working scenes for each item, the “Close-up" column delves deeper into the characteristics of each item. The videos introducing the production process are a must-see.
- KOGEI JAPAN - Japanese traditional crafts, traditional industries (kogeijapan.com)
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Operated by OpenDoor Inc. The site provides easy-to-understand explanations of the characteristics, history, and production processes of nationally designated “Traditional Crafts" with beautiful photographs, and allows for convenient searches by item and place of origin. For each item, contact information and websites for representative related facilities and manufacturers are also listed.
[Traditional Culture]
- UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Explanation Contents | Japan Arts Council (jac.go.jp)
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A guide to viewing Noh, Ningyo Johruri Bunraku, and Kabuki on the website of The Japan Arts Council, an independent administrative institution that operates the National Theatre and the National Noh Theatre. In addition to explaining the history and structure of the stage, you can also watch videos of famous performances.