What is Marcopoloni?

Our goal is to bring people like you, who cherish and appreciate fine artistry, closer to the artisans who create them. Everything we offer is handmade by carefully-selected artisans who pour their love and pride into each piece of work.

Much as Marco Polo brought the Western world in contact with the treasures of the Far East in the late 13th century, Marcopoloni strives to put you in touch with beautiful handmade goods from around the world!

Kewpie Dolls: A Revelation

By emi, on July 14th, 2011

Kewpie Dolls at the Miyagawa Morning Market in Takayama

I came across these adorable Kewpie dolls at the Miyagawa Morning Market in Takayama, Japan. The dolls were not handmade, but they were wearing little handmade 浴衣(yukata, or a casual version of the kimono)! When I laid eyes upon them, they immediately brought me . . . → Read More: Kewpie Dolls: A Revelation

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Going to Takayama

By daniele, on July 1st, 2011

Getting out of Tokyo to head to Takayama is not going to be an easy feat today. The mountain road that is most direct is not accessible due to the recent rain and even the highway between Shinjuku and Yamanashi is a parking lot due to a serious accident. We’ll see how it goes… . . . → Read More: Going to Takayama

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Exploring Japanese Traditions

By daniele, on June 17th, 2011

In the spirit of exploration, we are about to embark in a journey that will take us to Takayama in Japan to meet the artisans that make beautiful Koito Pottery. . . . → Read More: Exploring Japanese Traditions

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