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Aji Stone Craftsmanship

Aji Stone Craftsmanship

Also written: 庵治石(あじいし)の石材工芸 · 庵治石石材工艺

This area is the source of Aji granite, regarded as one of the world’s finest, and the advanced stoneworking techniques of local artisans have attracted attention from artists overseas.

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