A year after a catastrophic earthquake struck Japan's Noto Peninsula, artisans such as Suzanne Ross are determined to rebuild their lives and crafts. The earthquake, which caused enormous destruction and loss of life, displaced many artisans, driving them to relocate to Kanazawa. This city has stepped up to aid these artisans by offering significant financial subsidies to help them establish new studios. Ross, initially considering leaving Japan, decided to stay and revamp her lacquerware business in Kanazawa, embodying the perseverance of the Wajima-nuri craft.
A year after a devastating earthquake, artisans of Japan's Noto Peninsula receive support from Kanazawa to rebuild their craft and communities.
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