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Nara / Japan
Founded in 1577, Kobaien is a Japanese maker of Nara sumi, hand-producing calligraphy ink sticks by traditional methods passed down sixteen generations. Its ink is sold from the head shop in Tsubaicho, Nara and a branch in Kyoto.
Best for Hand-made Nara sumi calligraphy ink sticks by 16-generation tradition since 1577
Teluk Nara, North Lombok
The AUTORE Group operates a working South Sea pearl farm and boutique showroom at Teluk Nara on Lombok's northwest coast, where visitors can follow oyster seeding, nacre growth and harvesting before browsing the finished jewelry collection. Founded by Rosario Autore in 1991, the vertically integrated family business farms in waters facing the Gili Islands and the Rinjani range.
Best for Working South Sea pearl farm tours and jewelry
Nara / Japan / Online
A Nara specialist in kaki-no-ha sushi, mackerel and salmon pressed and wrapped in persimmon leaves, Tanaka sells its boxed regional sushi at its Nara and Gojo stores and other branches. The main Nara shop near Kintetsu Nara Station adds a tearoom, and products ship through the company's online store.
Best for Food, persimmon-leaf sushi, regional specialty
Nara / Japan
A Nara sumi ink workshop of about 150 years, Kinkoen makes soot and oil ink sticks and offers a hands-on 'gripped sumi' making experience at its Sanjo-cho workshop. Its ink sticks are sold in person and shipped overseas through an online store.
Best for Hand-made soot and oil sumi ink sticks
Nara / Japan
Founded in 1869, Mori Naraduketen makes naraduke, the sake-lees pickles native to Nara, through a long multi-stage fermentation. Its shop stands on the grounds of Todaiji Temple, directly in front of the South Gate.
Best for Food, naraduke pickles, fermented foods
Nara / Japan / Online
This Nara doll workshop carves traditional Nara ittobori figures, including hina and May dolls, Noh-themed pieces and zodiac animals. The hand-carved pieces are sold through the studio's online store.
Best for Wood carving, Nara dolls, ittobori
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