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In the pig, everything is good, but in rice? Apparently, that's true as well, as aside from consuming the grains, the village of Sekikawa, in the northeast of Niigata Prefecture, has also found an artisanal way to use the stalks! Originally baby baskets, neko chigura are now made for cats, to whom they provide warmth in winter due to their igloo-like structure, and coolness in summer thanks to their natural ventilation. Add to that, they are entirely handmade, with untreated natural products, and they have a lifespan of several decades. Taking 1 to 2 weeks of work, these baskets have...