Hyakkō reveals the art of imperfection in Japan House’s label-light exhibition

A static sushi conveyor belt of handmade domestic craftwork has gone on display in central London, celebrating the makers of Japan.Japan has long been associated with a rich culture of craft, with many practices such as urushi (lacquerware) and metalwork being passed down through generations, often as the result of strict apprenticeships.
However, in the 1920s, the mingei (folk craft) movement drew attention to the beauty of handcrafted, utilitarian objects.  Integral to this philosophy was