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Trailblazers
Wagashi Artist Mitsubori Eijun
Aired: Aug 18, 2023 (UTC)
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Wagashi artist Mitsubori Eijun is taking wagashi, or traditional Japanese sweets, and placing them on center stage.
Going beyond their taste and artistic beauty, he has turned their creation and presentation into an art form. By popularizing wagashi culture overseas, he aims to spark a renewed interest within Japan and inspire people to take up and carry on the craft.
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