The Japan TimesFeb 2
Using the light, elastic clay naturally found in Gifu Prefecture’s soil, tile manufacturer X-iS has elevated what is normally considered to be a commonplace material into works of art that are resonating abroad. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/02/02/companies/tajimi-tiles-gifu/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #companies #tajimi #gifu #kenkasai #xis #davidglaettli
Natural treasure: Tile company finds global audience with Gifu Prefecture clay

In lush Gifu Prefecture lays a distinct kind of buried treasure: clay, upon which tile manufacturer X-iS is building an internationally facing business.

The Japan Times
Marcin JakubowskiDec 10
Day one of my trip to #Japan. After 28 hours of travelling yesterday, today I decided to walk on the streets of #Tajimi to reach Eihoji #temple.