Meet the makers: the three crafts of Sendai tansu

Take a closer look at the intricate craftsmanship of Sendai tansu – a type of ornate chest of drawers from northeastern Japan – through an afternoon of live demonstrations by three master craftspeople from Miyagi Prefecture.

Complementing the stage presentation on 18 July, this event offers a more informal and personal encounter with the makers and their craft.

Visitors follow a set route through the Hall to see woodworking, urushi lacquering and metal fitting in action at three dedicated workstations, gaining insight into each technique as it is practiced today.

Guests can observe the artisans at work, ask questions, and discover how these three specialized skills come together to create pieces of enduring strength and beauty.

These demonstrations form part of a wider programme including a talk on the history and characteristics of Sendai tansu (17 July), hands-on metal embossing workshops (18 July) and a mini tansu-making workshop (19 July).

Please note that space in the Hall is limited and entry is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Drop-in | Admission Free

You may also like the following events from Japan House London:

• Next Saturday, 19th July, 05:00 pm, WORKSHOP | Build a tabletop Sendai tansu in London

Also check out other Workshops in London.