[Nihonbashi Takashimaya] Japanese Good Things Discovery Team! katadori Members Visit 'The Exhibition of Japanese Traditions'. katadori Talk Show Held!

katadori Talk Show Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Venue: Nihonbashi Takashimaya S.C. Main Building 8th Floor Event Hall, within 'The Exhibition of Japanese Traditions' venue. See details Nihonbashi Takashimaya S.C. will hold 'The 45th Exhibition of Japanese Traditions - One Path to Excellence' for six days from Wednesday, May 13 to Monday, May 18, 2026, bringing together numerous traditional crafts created with cherished techniques from across Japan, along with their artisans. On Sunday, May 17, a talk show will be held by members of 'katadori-カタドリ', a project team dedicated to connecting good Japanese things to the future. During the talk show, the three 'katadori' members - talent Misako Yasuda, announcer Yuki Matsumaru, and Haruka Ogawa, representative of the jewelry brand 'TOUROU' - will share their thoughts on Japanese traditional crafts and their own experiences. Afterwards, they will join customers in parent-child workshops held within 'The Exhibition of Japanese Traditions' venue. [katadori-カタドリ] 'katadori-カタドリ' is a project team launched in April 2025 by three women and mothers involved in Japanese traditional crafts, manufacturing, and SDGs initiatives, driven by the desire to convey the splendor of Japan to children. With the aim of supporting and passing on Japan's wonderful traditions, culture, technology, and manufacturing to future generations, they conduct various activities such as 'telling' about unique Japanese good things and creating 'touching' experiences. [Speakers] Misako Yasuda Born in Kyoto Prefecture in 1982. Widely active as a talent and runner. Mother of two boys. Serves as CEO of four o five, and is a brand director collaborating with Japanese traditional techniques. Certified as a food education instructor, healthy eating coordinator, and running advisor. Has also served as a tourism ambassador for her hometown Uji City since 2016. Yuki Matsumaru Joined TV Tokyo Corporation in 2004. Worked on the economic news program 'World Business Satellite' for 7 years and has been appearing as an assistant on the variety show 'God Tongue' for 20 years. Has extensive experience in information programs and music programs. Gave birth to her first child in 2017. Obtained certification as a food education instructor and participates in climate campaigns jointly promoted by the UN and the SDG Media Compact. Retired from TV Tokyo in 2024 after 20 years of service. Currently affiliated with 'Production Jinrikisha'. Appears as a Wednesday regular on TBS 'THE TIME,'. Haruka Ogawa After working for an airline company, she transitioned to fashion PR/public relations, handling both domestic and international collection brands. Became independent in 2017. In 2022, driven by the desire to preserve Japan's beauty, she launched 'TOUROU - トーロウ', a jewelry brand made with Japanese traditional techniques. Advocating for modernism in Japanese traditional crafts, she proposes Japanese traditional crafts that maintain tradition while incorporating a contemporary feel. She values dialogue with artisans and considers their working environment. Parent-Child Workshops (Web reservation required) ■ 'Small Broom' Making Experience (Capacity: 5 pairs, Participation fee: 3,300 yen) Date: Sunday, May 17, 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM Using 'broomcorn' material grown by artisans themselves, parents assist with tasks requiring strength to create an eco-friendly tool that doesn't use electricity. Book 'Small Broom' Making Experience ■ Amber Excavation Experience (Capacity: 5 pairs, Participation fee: 3,300 yen. What to bring: work gloves) Date: Sunday, May 17, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM From 90-million-year-old dinosaur-era soil, participants search for clods of soil containing amber, breaking them by hand or tapping them with tools, as parents and children work together to find amber. Excavated amber can be taken home. Book Amber Excavation Experience Contact: Nihonbashi Takashimaya: 03-3211-4111 (main) Keywords: