Woodwork Artists in East Japan

The wood arts of eastern Japan represent a distinctive intersection of traditional woodcraft mastery and regional identity. Drawing from Edo-period aesthetics and Tokyo's artistic innovation, these woodworkers and carpenters have developed approaches that reflect refined urban sophistication meets rural tradition. Their work showcases joinery, carving, and turning techniques passed down through generations, while incorporating the aesthetic sensibilities unique to the Kantō and Tōhoku regions. From established masters to emerging talents, the woodworkers and carpenters in this collection demonstrate the living tradition of Japanese wood arts.