Wood Brings People Together

At the University of Tokyo Tanashi Forest, the tree planting event reflected the beginning ofwood culture and the importance of caring for forest.

At the Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum in Shin-Kobe, the first International Carpenters Forum explored the theme “Tools.” From July 31 to August 3, professional carpenters from around the world gathered to share knowledge, skills, and woodworking traditions.

The International Wood Carving Camp brought woodcarvers together to learn from the masters in Inami town, well-known for its centuries-old carving tradition in Toyama Prefecture. Inami provided an extraordinary opportunity for the international woodcarvers to exchange skills.

Hosted by the NPO Mt. Fuji Wood Culture Society in Fujikawaguchiko, this project brought together sixteen woodworking artists from around the world. Over two weeks, they shared techniques, and collaborated wood sculpture installations together.

At the Institute of Technologists in Gyoda, Saitama Prefecture, young makers gathered from March 21–27 for the International Young Adult Furniture Making Invitational.  They created furniture while sharing skills and ideas across cultures.

Held on March 21 (World Wood Day), the Kumamoto commemorative event invited children to join the “I Love Trees” drawing workshop. With Kumamon joining the celebration, the children proudly shared colorful drawings that expressed care for trees, nature, and the future.