A basin surrounded by mountains with extreme temperature differences and a climate unique to this region, with fertile soil.
A bamboo culture that has been passed down continuously since the Heian period.
A number of famous bamboos have been born in Kyoto’s unique climate and cultural environment.
Among these, white bamboo (burnt), drawing square bamboo, sesame bamboo, and tortoiseshell bamboo were designated as Kyoto famous bamboos and traditional crafts of Kyoto Prefecture in 1994.
We also have a wide variety of other bamboos, so please feel free to contact us.