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