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Join us for a special talk and panel discussion giving behind-the-scenes insights into the making of Japan House London’s latest exhibition ‘The Carpenters’ Line’ and its story of master woodworking in the densely forested Hida region of Gifu Prefecture in central Japan.
Inviting the audience on a journey through 1,300 years of master carpentry, the event is moderated by exhibition curator and Japan House London Programming Director Simon Wright who is joined in conversation by representatives from two of Takayama City’s leading furniture manufacturers, Kawakami Shingo from Nissin Furniture Crafters and Ozaki Tetsuya from Hida Sangyo, along with key members of the exhibition curatorial and creative team, Yamada Yū (method Inc.) and design unit SPREAD.
The panel explores the extraordinary woodworking heritage and legacy of the Hida region presented in the exhibition, from the rich natural resources of Hida’s forests, the tools and techniques developed to work them, to the involvement of Hida craftsmanship in furniture design around the world today.
During the event there is an opportunity for guests watching in the Hall and on Zoom to ask questions to the panel.
Following the event, guests attending in the Hall will be able to enjoy a late-night visit to the exhibition until 20:30.