Craftsmanship of heavy metal and wood

The delicate casting techniques of Takaoka copperware and the dynamic chisel work of Inami carving: Toyama's crafts are a high-level fusion of industry and art.

Traditional Crafts

  • Metalwork

    Takaoka Copperware

    We produce a wide range of cast metal products, including Buddhist altar implements, tea ceremony implements, and bronze statues. We boast delicate coloring and casting techniques.

  • Woodwork/Bamboowork

    Inami Carving

    Wooden carvings such as transoms, folding screens, and lion heads are characterized by their bold yet delicate carvings, which are completed using only chisels.

  • lacquerware

    Takaoka lacquerware

    There are techniques such as blue shell lacquer (mother of pearl), carved lacquer, and Yusuke lacquer, and the ware has a gorgeous and diverse range of expressions.

  • Japanese paper/paper crafts

    Etchu Washi

    A general term for Yao washi, Gokayama washi, etc. Durable and elegant, it was used for shoji paper and medicine wrapping paper.

  • Bamboo crafts

    Sedge hats from Etchu Fukuoka

    A highly practical hat made from sedge, used for farm work and dancing.

  • Traditional Crafts

    Shogawa Woodwork

    Using a horizontal lathe, the wood is shaved parallel to the grain to create products that make the most of the beautiful wood grain.

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