2024/11/16/ Live demonstration “From Forest to Form: Japanese Carpentry at Shōya House” held at Huntington Library Nov 16 from 12-3PM

JAPAN HOUSE and the Huntington Library present live demonstration “From Forest to Form: Japanese Carpentry at Shōya House” in the Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens, on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Admission ticket to The Huntington required. But RSVP is not required.

Discover the artistry of Japanese carpentry like never before in a special pre-exhibition event. In celebration of the upcoming “Masters of Carpentry: Melding Forest, Skill and Spirit” exhibition, JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles will partner with The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, to host a live demonstration and hands-on experience at their Japanese Heritage Shōya House.

Led by master carpenter Akinori Abo, one of the daiku artisans who has helped construct the exhibition opening Nov. 20 at JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles, this casual program will introduce participants to traditional Japanese woodworking philosophies & techniques.

Attendees will learn about the evolution and use of Japanese woodworking tools like planes and chisels, followed by a live demonstration of ultra-thin planing from master Abo, whose record is an unbelievably thin 3 microns.

Visitors will also have the opportunity to try their own hand at using Japanese planes under the expert guidance of the guest carpenters.

This interactive program is open to the public, and participants are welcome to drop in anytime between 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. RSVP is not required. Depending on demand and time, not all visitors may be able to have a “hands-on” experience. Event Link to Huntington Library