Artisans Introduction

Works by a skilled craftsman.

Works of prominent artisans
Substantiated by history and tradition

Since its founding in 1830 (Tempo gannen), our history as a manufacturing company specializing in Buddhist altars and accessories has always been intertwined with the works of leading Kyoto artisans.

Japanese woodworking, sculpture carving, urushi lacquer painting, roiro finish polishing, gold leafing, makie lacquer painting, coloring, metal ornament, metallic casting, metal coloring etc…
The integration of these craft techniques makes the main hall solemn and magnificent. Each step of the way, we offer uncompromising craftsmanship and consistency, from consultation to delivery.

Altar Hall Specialist(Kuden-shi)
Kuden-shi

Altar Hall Specialist(Kuden-shi)

Woodworking Craftsman(Kiji-shi)
Kiji-shi

Woodworking Craftsman(Kiji-shi)

Woodcarver(Hori-shi)
Hori-shi

Woodcarver(Hori-shi)

Urushi Lacquer Painter(Nu-shi)
Nu-shi

Urushi Lacquer Painter(Nu-shi)

Roiro Finish Polisher(Roiro-shi)
Roiro-shi

Roiro Finish Polisher(Roiro-shi)

Gold Leaf Craftsmen(Hakuoshi-shi)
Hakuoshi-shi

Gold Leaf Craftsmen(Hakuoshi-shi)

Colorist(Saishiki-shi)
Saishiki-shi

Colorist(Saishiki-shi)

Makie Master(Makie-shi)
Makie-shi

Makie Master(Makie-shi)

Buddhist Sculptor(Bus-shi)
Bus-shi

Buddhist Sculptor(Bus-shi)

Kirikane Gold Cutter(Kirikane-shi)
Kirikane-shi

Kirikane Gold Cutter(Kirikane-shi)

Decorative Metalsmith(Kazarikanagu-shi)
Kazarikanagu-shi

Decorative Metalsmith(Kazarikanagu-shi)

Gold Engraver(Chokin-shi)
Chokin-shi

Gold Engraver(Chokin-shi)