Somakosha Architecture & Carpentry School
Founded in 2012, Somakosha is a traditional Japanese carpentry firm based in Okayama, Japan. We are an active construction company with projects both in Japan and around the world.
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Over the years, we have received many requests for lessons and apprenticeships. This overwhelming interest has led us to start a school in order to reach those looking to pursue either a professional or an amateur exploration of the Japanese tradition. Come learn Japan’s wood working tradition from the masters themselves - one step at a time! English instruction available. Foundation 14 days ¥470,000 For all levels and abilities. Gain an introductory understanding of Japanese carpentry principles, hand tool use, and learn how to cut basic joinery. Intermediate 14 days ¥470,000 The intermediate course begins your journey of building a full traditional Japanese timber frame. From designing to scribing, you will build a segment of a traditional frame - learning a variety of joinery and assembly methods. Recommended Prerequisite: Foundation Advanced I 14 days ¥470,000 The first advanced course breaks into the world of the Toryo’s (head carpenter’s) role. Learning the basics of roof design, you will be challenged with more complex joinery and gain a deeper understanding of the origins of traditional Japanese proportions and aesthetic. Recommended Prerequisite: Intermediate Fine Woodworking: Doors 12 days ¥440,000 An intensive workshop on door making that leads up to a more advanced door making course. Learn the basics of designing and making a door, as well as the various door types,inserts and hardware that can go with it. Recommended Prerequisite: Foundation Fine Woodworking: Kumiko 7 days ¥400,000 An intensive workshop on kumiko making. Learn the tools and jigs needed to make kumiko patterns by hand. The workshop will give each student the opportunity to cut and fit pattern pieces for different types of jigumi (foundation grid) and will culminate in the creation of their own kumiko panel. Recommended Prerequisite: Foundation Traditional Japanese Plastering 9 days Accommodation Provided ¥220,000 An intensive workshop in traditional Japanese plastering and contemporary earth and lime finishes. We will introduce the history, plastering procedures, materials and tools, with an emphasis on plastering fundamentals. You will be introduced to and have lots of practice with the following techniques: Shikkui (lime, hemp, seaweed glue), Nami-Otsu (coloured clay, lime, hemp), Kirikaeshi (fine clay, sand, straw), Nakanuri (earthen plaster brown coat), Arakabe (clay, chopped straw), Takekomai (traditional Japanese bamboo lattice). This workshop is for all levels and abilities. Custom Workshops Fully customizable | Worldwide Please contact us directly if you are looking to customize a class or workshop to your needs, or have a need for a guest instructor. Location: 2773 Mitsushitori, Kita Ward, Okayama, 709-2136
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- Architecture & Carpentry
- Woodwork
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Somakosha Architecture & Carpentry School
Somakosha Architecture & Carpentry School
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- CityOkayama City
- PrefectureOkayama