
The
Yamanashi Prefecture is known for its wine, textiles, washi (traditional
Japanese paper), and of course, for their handcrafted jewelry. There is a
saying in the jewelry industry that the world looks to Japan for jewelry and
craft trends and the Japanese look to Yamanashi.
The
Yamanashi Prefecture is a landlocked county 75 miles from Tokyo. Its capital,
Kofu City, is known as the ‘City of Gems’ and is Japan’s primary producer...