This workshop will be held by bamboo artist Kojima Chikara, from Oita Prefecture, a bamboo producing region in Japan. Due to popular demand, this will be the second time the workshop is held in Tokyo. This is a rare workshop in Tokyo. [Date] September 14, 2024
This is a bamboo craft experience where you can weave and dye bamboo while enjoying the feel of high-quality bamboo shipped directly from Oita Prefecture. On the day, Professor Kojima will also be making bamboo crafts, making this a bamboo-focused workshop.

Braided bracelet before dyeing
A bamboo artist will be invited from Oita Prefecture, a bamboo crafts production area, to weave and dye bamboo and create bracelets while enjoying the feel of high-quality bamboo from Oita Prefecture. This is a long-awaited workshop not only for bamboo crafts enthusiasts, but also for craft and dyeing enthusiasts. *You will also be able to see a bamboo crafts demonstration up close on the day.
Date: Saturday, September 14th
Time: 10:00-13:00, 14:30-17:30
Price: 10,000 yen
Location: SOIL Nihonbashi 5F, 14-7 Kofunecho, Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

For the bracelet

Instructor: Bamboo artist Kojima Chikara Based in Beppu, Oita Prefecture, he is an active artist who places importance on designs that utilize the traditional techniques of Oita Prefecture's traditional craft "Beppu Bamboo Crafts," but is also challenging himself with works that are not limited to bamboo materials. He is also a hybrid artist who performs. Click here for an interview with Kojima Chikara Related videos are here