Akita Cedar Craftsmanship

Traditional craft boxes produced in Odate, Akita by bending thin cedar boards. Continuing since Edo period, bentou boxes are held with bamboo nails, offering superior breathability preserving food quality. Simple yet elegant appearance valued by tea masters. Still manufactured through hand craftsmanship today.

Traditional craft boxes produced in Odate, Akita by bending thin cedar boards. Continuing since Edo period, bentou boxes are held with bamboo nails, offering superior breathability preserving food quality. Simple yet elegant appearance valued by tea masters. Still manufactured through hand craftsmanship today.

東北地方溫泉地發源的傳統木製人形。以木工車床削製的圓筒形軀體與球形頭部為特徵，以簡樸卻溫暖的表情備受喜愛。依各產地的差異，形狀與紋樣各異，傳統木芥子娃娃分為十一個系統。

神奈川縣箱根町生產的木工藝品。將不同色澤的木材組合，運用精密的切割與鑲嵌技法創作幾何紋樣。此工藝延續自江戶時代，被譽為寄木細工的最高峰。小箱、筆箱等為代表作，以精巧繁複的圖案著稱。透過職人高度的技藝展現，是日本木工文化的重要代表。

A woodworking craft developed in Kamakura, Kanagawa. Distinctive carving techniques create patterns in wooden objects, finished with lacquer coating. Originally produced as Buddhist altar items from the Muromachi period, it now encompasses tableware and decorative pieces. Characterized by its simple, refined beauty.

Woodcraft tradition in Takayama, Gifu Prefecture. Creates intricate geometric patterns by interlocking wooden pieces without nails or adhesive. Transmitted through Takayama master craftsmen since the Edo period, valued for architectural components and decorative items. Characterized by precise, beautiful geometric patterns.

Inlaid woodcraft produced in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture. Combines different colored woods to create complex geometric patterns. Originating from tea box manufacturing in the Edo period, now crafted into small boxes, coasters, and decorative items. Characterized by intricate craftsmanship and visual elegance.