Hida Woodcraft Experience

Hida Takayama has been known as a woodworking mecca since the Nara period, home to the legendary Takumi craftsmen. At local workshops, you can create wooden crafts such as cutting boards, chopsticks, and spoons using locally-sourced natural wood like Hida cedar and zelkova. Experienced craftspeople provide careful guidance, so beginners can participate with confidence. As you feel the warmth of the wood and experience the carving and polishing process, you'll create a one-of-a-kind work to take home.