Would you like to experience making kumiko, a traditional Japanese woodworking technique? After learning about the history of Japanese architecture and the meaning behind the kumiko patterns from a master craftsman, you will enjoy a hands-on kumiko making experience. You can choose one from the two or three kumiko designs we have prepared. After the workshop, you will have the opportunity to tour a traditional Japanese shoin-zukuri room, where you can admire traditional Japanese woodwork and kumiko craftsmanship in the building's fixtures.

Auspicious Kumiko Traditional Woodcraft Experience

We offer a traditional Japanese indigo dyeing experience. 
Here, the dye is made from seeding and growing. We also guide those who want to go to the field. It is very rare for studio to do this consistently. 
You can have a special experience, not just dyeing.
Let's make one and only original item in the world!

Japanese Traditional Dyeing in Toyama

A long-established Buddhist altar shop that has been in business for over 100 years since 1913 (Taisho 2). The 4th-generation brothers, lacquer artist Satoru Tsuji and sculptor Ryo Tsuji, carry on the family tradition. Both the second and third generations, as well as these brothers, possess master-level skills, continuing the traditional family-run handicraft business. With the spirit of "unchanging principles in a changing world," they blend traditional techniques with new ideas in their work. For the lacquerware experience, they use a "substitute lacquer" instead of real lacquer, so even small children can participate safely without risk of allergic reactions. However, the materials used in the process are authentic, including real maki-e brushes and pure gold and silver powder. This time, the experience plan involves creating a teaspoon.

Craft Classes in Toyama Prefecture

Auspicious Kumiko Traditional Woodcraft Experience

Japanese Traditional Dyeing in Toyama

Lacquer Art in Toyama: Uozu Teaspoon Craft with Gold & Silver