Hida Shunkei Lacquering / KUMAZAKI-san
Hida Shunkei is the name of a particular type of lacquerware, the production of which began in the 17th Century. “Shunkei” is a lacquering technique. The main feature of it is the clear lacquer which shows the natural beauty of the wood grain. Clear lacquer is applied repeatedly to enhance the wood grain, but the finished result is determined by the actual lacquer mixture.
Nobuyuki Kumazaki-san, Hida Shinkei lacquerer, a designated craftsperson accredited by the Association for the Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries in 1994, will tell you about what he creates, what is special about his products, and why he has been engaged in creating crafts including his family history.
So by visiting and meeting Kuimazaki-san and listening to his story, you will have deeper understandings on how the Japanese craftsmanship has been blended in our tradition, culture and our daily life.
He will also teach you how to apply lacquering on a small piece of wood for a cell phone strap, which will be sent to you after finishing process by Mr. Kumazaki.
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Number of participants
- 2(two) to 10(ten) persons at a time
- Time
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1.5 hours
between 9:00am to 4:00pm
(except for lunch time)
- Booking Deadline
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By 5:00pm two days before
you wish to experience
- Fee
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9,900yen/person
consumption tax 10% included
Transportation expenses, if necessary,
are not included.
Facility info:Kumazaki’s workplace
- Address
- 3-187 Ohjinmachi, Takayama
- Access
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10 minutes by car from Takayama JR Station
Near Takayama Festival Floats Exhibition Hall
Requests for enjoyable experience
- Please contact the facility directly for details and reservations in advance of the participation program.
- Please contact the facility about any changes to your reservation, as early as possible.
- Please arrange your own transportation to the program site.
- Program may be anavailable depending on the facility’s schedule. Please contact in advance to confirm program availability.
- Please note that details of these contents may change without notice.