Hida Woodcraft Center

飛騨の匠文化館（木工体験施設）

Est. 90Takayama, Chubu

Overview

1,300-year Hida woodworking tradition with hinoki carving workshops and joinery demonstrations.

Celebrating 1,300 years of Hida woodworking mastery, this center offers carving workshops using local hinoki cypress and techniques that built the ancient capitals of Nara and Kyoto. See the intricate joinery that uses no nails.

Local tips

Try the kumiko (geometric wood lattice) assembly. It's like a 3D puzzle and makes a lovely coaster.

Practical info

Japanese name: 飛騨の匠文化館（木工体験施設）
Nearest station: Takayama Station (10 min walk)
Payment: Cash only
Reservations: Book workshops through the studio's website or by phone at least 1-2 days ahead. Walk-in possible on quiet weekdays.

Accessibility

Wheelchair entranceWheelchair parkingWheelchair restroom

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