Official Texts and References
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Official DENKEN TEST Textbook
List price: 3,300 yen(3,000 yen + tax)
- Supervisor
- ・ Japan Traditional Culture Testing Association
・Takuya Kida (Professor at Musashino Art University) - Publisher
- Jiji Press Publishing, Ltd.
- Release
- Jiji Press, Ltd.
- Format
- A5
- Number of Pages
- ・288 pages
- Release Date
- ・Pre-release on September 20, 2024
Discounts will be applied to groups and schools wishing to purchase 10 or more copies, so please apply by filling out the "Inquiry Form" and indicating the number of copies you wish to purchase.
The “denken test” Association will inform you of the fees, etc.
This book is the official textbook for DENKEN-TEST, which allows you to comprehensively study Japanese traditional culture.
The book explains the eight areas of traditional crafts and traditional culture that are studied in “denken test”, 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 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.
Available in some bookstores and online
Reference book designated by the “denken test” Association (Website)
These are reference books (websites) recommended by the “denken test” Association for studying for exams. Please refer to 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.
- Kabuki Official Site | Kabuki bi-to
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An explanatory page for beginners on the "Kabuki Official Website" of Shochiku, the operator of the Kabukiza Theatre in Higashi Ginza, Tokyo. In addition to being able to find out information about Kabuki performances, in the "Kabuki Trivia" section you can learn about the history, stage, music, costumes and more of Kabuki.
- "The ABCs of Traditional Colors"
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This site is run by color coordinator koka. It introduces the meanings, origins of the names, and history of 497 traditional Japanese colors. The colors are arranged not only in alphabetical order, but also by various categories such as "color family," "time of origin of color," "flower color," and "animal color," allowing you to learn about traditional colors from various angles.