(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A design pattern of palace carpet is seen at the studio of Ji Yu in Beijing, capital of China, June 27, 2024. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditional dyeing and wea

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Porcelains for Year of the Rabbit popular in China's porcelain capital

STORY: Porcelains for Year of the Rabbit popular in China's porcelain capital DATELINE: Jan. 1, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:30 LOCATION: JINGDEZHEN, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of commemorative porcelains 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): WU XIANG'E, Porcelain shop owner 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): YU WANGLONG, Ceramic master 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): LI ZHENMING, Pottery artist STORYLINE: The Chinese lunar year for 2023 is the Year of the Rabbit. The Lunar New Year falls on Jan. 22 this year. As the festival approaches, rabbit-themed porcelain products are increasingly popular in China's "porcelain capital" of Jingdezhen in Jiangxi Province. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): WU XIANG'E, Porcelain shop owner "Rabbit-shaped porcelains are popular among consumers." For celebrating the upcoming the Year of the Rabbit, ceramic master Yu Wanglong has created a special rabbit plate. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): YU WANGLONG, Ceramic master "Rabbit is a symbol of kindness, beauty and agility. I drew a personified rabbit. It wea

Aso promotes 'Cool Biz' energy-saving campaign with Kariyushi wea

Aso promotes 'Cool Biz' energy-saving campaign with Kariyushi wea

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso (C), wearing Okinawan Kariyushi wear, arrives at the Diet building June 2. He was wearing the light clothing to promote the annual ''Cool Biz'' energy-saving campaign. (Kyodo)

Aso promotes 'Cool Biz' energy-saving campaign with Kariyushi wea

Aso promotes 'Cool Biz' energy-saving campaign with Kariyushi wea

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso (C) wears Okinawan Kariyushi light wear at a Cabinet meeting at the Diet building June 2. Internal Affairs and Communications Minister Kunio Hatoyama (L) and Finance Minister Kaoru Yosano (R) also wear light clothing to promote the annual ''Cool Biz'' energy-saving campaign. (Kyodo)

Aso promotes 'Cool Biz' energy-saving campaign with Kariyushi wea

Aso promotes 'Cool Biz' energy-saving campaign with Kariyushi wea

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso (R), wearing Okinawan Kariyushi light wear, and other ministers in summer styles gather for a Cabinet meeting at the Diet building June 2 to promote the annual ''Cool Biz'' energy-saving campaign. (Kyodo)