A new cultural art
A new take-home craft born in Kanazawa. A palm-sized Japanese garden and "wabi-sabi" experience that harmonizes traditional roof tiles with modern natural beauty.
"Craft Bonsai" is a new type of bonsai art, created in a tile pot that is individually handcrafted by Kanazawa's only onigawara craftsman.
What is craft bonsai?
【５Features |5 Key Features】
1. Handmade tile bowls by onigawara craftsmen
Handmade pots by Ishikawa's only onigawara craftsman
2. A fusion of tradition and art
Fusion of tradition and contemporary art
3. No watering or maintenance required
No watering or maintenance needed
4. Can be brought back from overseas (no quarantine required)
Travel-friendly: No plant quarantine issues
5. Ideal for interior decoration
Perfect for interior decor
Craft Bonsai Workshop
Part 1: 10:00 - 11:30
Part 2: 15:00 - 16:30
Closed days: Wednesday and Thursday
Experience time:60 – 90 minutes
Fee:From ¥8,800
Contents:Craft bonsai making + Drinks & Sweets
Supported languages:Japanese and English
The essence of SHIKA.'s efforts
What we do is not to "protect" the tiles,"Use it and pass it on to the next person"thing
- touch
- make
- take home
- Put it in your life
this is,Not a museum preservation, but a living legacy.
In other words, SHIKA.'s craft bonsai experience isThis is not the "final chapter" of the history of Kanazawa tiles, but rather a "sequel."
From the roots to the palms.
The story of Kanazawa tiles continues to this day. Kanazawa tiles were created to protect the castle town and have endured snow and rain for a long time.
The climate of this land, the values of samurai culture, and the handiwork of artisans are all combined to create tiles that have a unique character.
"Use it for a long time"
"Keep quietly"
"Value the essence over the flashy"
This is a way of thinking that is typical of Kanazawa. That is why we do not preserve the tiles as a legacy of the past, but rather inherit the spirit of the onigawara craftsmen and make use of them in our present-day lives. After completing their role on the roof, the tiles are transformed into tile pots, where they will once again pass the time together with craft bonsai. This experience will help you understand why Kanazawa's tile culture has been so cherished.Something to feel with your hands and continue to use in your daily lifeThe story of Kanazawa tiles will continue from the palm of your hand.