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Inami chokoku（井波彫刻）

いなみちょうこく Inami Woodcarving

Taught by Kyoto carvers who came to rebuild the temple; the street is still lined with workshops using 200 kinds of chisel.

TypeWorkshop or kiln
GenreSculpture / Architecture
City / townNanto
Area in the prefectureGosei (western Toyama)

FAQ

Where is Inami Woodcarving?
It is in Nanto, Toyama Prefecture, Japan. It is a craft workshop.
What can I see at Inami Woodcarving?
Taught by Kyoto carvers who came to rebuild the temple; the street is still lined with workshops using 200 kinds of chisel. The focus is sculpture, architecture.
When was Inami Woodcarving established?
It dates from the 1700s.

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Visits and workshops

This place accepts visitors, according to the source below.

Source: https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E4%BA%95%E6%B3%A2%E5%BD%AB%E5%88%BB

Always confirm availability, fees and hours with the facility before visiting.

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