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Discover the Art of Japanese Traditional Crafts

Amano Yutaka

天野豊
木工 Woodwork 近畿 Kinki 正会員 Regular Member
Amano Yutaka

Amano Yutaka works with carefully selected woods using traditional joinery and finishing methods to create objects that honor Japan's rich woodcraft heritage. Working from the Kinki region, Japan's historical center of traditional arts, their work demonstrates a deep commitment to preserving and advancing the traditions of Japanese woodwork.

Biography

Regular Member of the Japan Kogei Association, specializing in woodwork and bamboo craft. Based in the Kinki region. Has 8 documented works in exhibitions.

The Art of Japanese Woodwork

Japanese woodworking is distinguished by its sophisticated joinery techniques that require no nails or glue. From architectural elements to everyday objects, woodworkers select and season materials with care, creating pieces that celebrate the natural beauty of wood grain. Amano Yutaka brings expertise in joinery, carving, turning, and bentwood crafting to their practice.

Regular Member

As a Regular Member of the Japan Kōgei Association, Amano Yutaka has achieved the highest level of recognition for their mastery of traditional techniques. This prestigious status is awarded to artists who have demonstrated exceptional skill, artistic vision, and dedication to preserving Japan's intangible cultural heritage through years of rigorous practice and exhibition.