Takenaka Carpenter’s Tools Museum Opens World Heritage Site “Shrines and Temples of Nikko” to the World

The “40th Anniversary Exhibition: Nikko’s Colors and Metalwork – Unlocking the Mystery of the Beauty of Shrines and Temples” is being held at the 1st floor hall of the Takenaka Carpenter’s Tools Museum in Chuo-ku, Kobe, from September 14, 2012. The exhibition will run until December 15.

The World Heritage Site “Shrines and Temples of Nikko” are said to be a group of works by the genius artists representing Japan in the 17th century, and were created using the highest level of construction technology of the time. The overwhelming splendor and splendor of the architectural decorations of Nikko Toshogu Shrine and other shrines have been passed down to the next generation by masters who have repeatedly preserved and repaired them, ensuring that traditional techniques have been passed down to the next generation.

This exhibition focuses on the “coloring” and “metalwork,” two of the “traditional architectural craftsmanship” techniques registered as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, that decorate the shrines and temples of Nikko and highlight their unparalleled splendor.

Yomeimon Gate of Nikko Toshogu Shrine

During the period, there will be demonstrations of “Nikko’s coloring and lacquer foiling,” a hands-on class on “painting floral patterns using traditional coloring techniques,” a workshop on “making bowls with Joboji-nuri” and a workshop on “making straps with Joboji-nuri. Application deadlines differ for each event. Details on each event, including how to apply, are available on the official Takenaka Carpenter’s Tools Museum website.

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Why don’t you feel close to the craftsmanship that has brought the splendor of gorgeous architectural decoration to the present day?

Period

September 14 (Sat) – December 15 (Sun), 2024

Venue

Takenaka Carpenter’s Tools Museum 1F Hall
(7-5-1 Kumauchi-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe)
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Hours

9:30-16:30
*entry until 16:00

Closed

Mondays
*The next day if Monday is a national holiday

Admission fee

Adults 700 yen / College and high school students and persons 65 years and older 500 yen / Junior high school students and younger free
*Includes admission to the permanent exhibition

Details of Special Exhibitions

Click here for details

Related events
How to apply

Please apply on each event page or by return postcard.
*Will be updated as soon as details are decided.
・Demonstration “Nikko coloring and lacquer foil stamping” is here
・Hands-on class “Painting flower patterns with traditional coloring techniques” is here
・Workshop “Making bowls with Joboji-nuri” is here
・Workshop “Migaki of strap of Joboji-nuri” is here
・Trial class “Kazari metal tool carving” is here
*Details will be The related event page will be updated as soon as it is decided.

• Takenaka Carpenter’s Tools Museum official website https://www.dougukan.jp/
• Takenaka Carpenter Tool Museum Official Instagram https://www.instagram.com/takenakacarpentrytoolsmuseum/
• Takenaka Carpenter’s Tools official YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfzA-aM_s7u1X0Go9DAjrJA