Mr. Naoya Takayama is a fourth-generation craftsman in the Hiroshima Buddhist altar tradition, a historic craft of Hiroshima. The art of lacquering has been carefully preserved and refined over generations.
We create works that honor traditional techniques while pursuing the beauty of Japanese craftsmanship.
Despite the devastation of the atomic bomb, Edo-era craftsmanship has endured and continues to be passed down to this day.
高山尚也氏は広島の伝統工芸品である広島仏壇の四代目として生まれ、代々で磨かれた漆塗りの伝統的な技の継承と日本の美を追求する作品を制作しています。
広島は原爆があったが江戸時代から続く技術は途絶えずに現代へ受け継がれています。
Tour overview
This is a special tour where you will be guided through the lacquerware studio of lacquer artist Naoya Takayama, experience part of the lacquering process firsthand, and appreciate the beauty of Japanese lacquerware.
Naoya Takayama was born as the fourth-generation successor of the Hiroshima Buddhist altar tradition,
a recognized traditional craft of Hiroshima. He creates works that carry on this tradition while pursuing the essence of Japanese beauty by applying the refined techniques of lacquerware—passed down through generations—to everyday tableware.
Explore the beauty of lacquerware and uncover Hiroshima's cultural legacy in Japan.
漆芸家・高山尚也氏による漆芸工房の案内と漆塗りの一部と工程を体験し日本の漆器の美しさを体感する特別ツアーです。
高山尚也氏は広島の伝統工芸品である広島仏壇の四代目として生まれ、代々で磨かれた漆塗りの技を、私たちが普段使う食器に応用することで、伝統の継承と日本の美を追求する作品を制作しています。
「“漆器”の魅力、そして日本文化における広島の歴史を発見しよう。」
Detailed overview
- 1. Learn about the origins and techniques of the traditional craft Hiroshima Butsudan (Buddhist altar) from the lecturer (artist name: Kiyoshi Takayama)
- 2. Learn about the current state of traditional crafts, techniques, and succession, which are in decline
- 3. Learn about the award-winning Hiroshima lacquer technique of Naoya Takayama's work, which was selected as a gift for the G7 Summit.
- 4. Experience Lacquer Lacquering
- 5. Receive a gift of the instructor's work
広島を代表する漆芸家・高山尚也氏によるワークショップと漆塗り体験。広島仏壇で磨かれた漆塗りの技を、私たちが普段使う食器に応用することで、伝統の継承と日本の美を追求しています。伝統工芸品・広島仏壇の成り立ちや技法を、高山氏の指導のもと学び、漆塗りを体験してみましょう！
ツアー講師について：高山尚也氏
京漆塗りの伝統技法を学び、さらに漆塗りの技術を磨き、蝋色技法を取り入れてオリジナリティあふれる作品を生み出しています。
創業者高山清氏の伝統技法と精神を受け継ぎ、数々の賞を受賞し、G7サミットの贈答品にも選ばれています。
日常使いの漆器は、天然素材のみを使用し、漆塗りの上品な質感を表現しています。
Tour Highlights
- Direct guidance from Mr. Naoya Takayama, including an introduction to his works and hands-on experience.
- View artworks selected as official gifts for the G7 Summit, as well as award-winning pieces by Mr. Takayama.
- Learn about the traditional techniques of Hiroshima lacquerware, explained step by step.
- Experience part of the production process at the workshop.
- Receive a special gift: one of Mr. Takayama’s original pieces (a plate or a sake cup).
ツアーポイント
- 1.講師（作家名：高山清）から伝統工芸品広島仏壇の起源と技術を学ぶ
- 2. 衰退しつつある伝統工芸・技術・継承の現状を知る
- 3. G7サミットの贈答品に選ばれた高山直哉作品の受賞歴のある広島漆技法をご紹介します。
- 4.体験 漆塗り体験
- 5.講師の作品をプレゼント
Tour Plan
Traditional Lacquer Art
&
Studio Tours
PLAN 01 ** Hands-on Japanese Lacquer Art with Master Craftsman **
Tour Price :
44,000yen / 1 pax (gift included)
Time : 10:00-12:00/ 13:00-15:00(2h)
Meeting Point : Takayama Kiyoshi shop
https://maps.app.goo.gl/vJCctGxbSgpYor9w5
Language : English / Japanese
Tour Cut off : 2days Before
What‘s Included :
English guide fee, experience fee,
1 souvenir fee, insurance fee
"Book your workshop today and take home a piece of Japan’s rich cultural heritage!"
Learn about the history of the Hiroshima Buddhist altar and the art of lacquering, a craft that has been passed down for generations. This tradition showcases the exceptional skills of artisans and the unique character of Hiroshima’s craftsmanship. Mr. Naoya Takayama shares his insights into the creative process and techniques behind his work at the gallery. Experience the beauty of finely crafted lacquerware up close.
広島仏壇の歴史と漆塗りのストーリーを紹介します。長年培われた職人技と伝統の技術力と広島のオリジナリティを伝えます。
ギャラリーでは、高山尚也氏が作品の創作過程と技法について語ってくれます。精巧に作られた漆器の美しさを間近で体験してください。
Price
Tour Price :
44,000yen / 1 pax (gift included)
Time : 10:00-12:00/ 13:00-15:00(2h)
Meeting Point : Takayama Kiyoshi shop
https://maps.app.goo.gl/vJCctGxbSgpYor9w5
Language : English / Japanese
Tour Cut off : 2days Before
What‘s Included :
English guide fee, experience fee,
1 souvenir fee, insurance fee
Payment Method : By Credit Card
支払い方法 クレジットカード
Minimum number of guests* 1
Maximum number of guests* 10
最小催行人数 １名
最大人数 10名
1名（作品お土産付き）
※１８歳以下のお子様の見学は無料です（体験は含まれていません）
PLAN 01
体験料：44,000JPN
人数：1名～
体験時間：２時間
含まれるもの：英語ガイド、体験料、作品１つ付き
Artwork of for tour guest
お土産作品 いずれか１つお持ち帰りいただけます。
1.Sake Cup(CORO)
¥17,800
① CORO
（日本商工会議所会頭賞受賞作品）
2.Sake Cup
¥17,800
② 盃
"Book your workshop today and take home a piece of Japan’s rich cultural heritage!"
Tour Plan
Traditional Lacquer Art
&
Studio Tours
PLAN 02 ** Gold-Leaf Lacquer Coaster Workshop **
Tour Price :
22,000 yen
Participants : 10 or more
Time : 10:00-11:00/ 13:00-14:00(1h)
Meeting Point : Takayama Kiyoshi shop
https://maps.app.goo.gl/vJCctGxbSgpYor9w5
Language : English / Japanese
Tour Cut off : 2days Before
What‘s Included :
English guide fee, Fee for Gold Leaf
Coaster Crafting, insurance fee
"Book your workshop today and take home a piece of Japan’s rich cultural heritage!"
Naoya Takayama, one of Japan’s leading lacquer artists, will take you on a guided tour of his workshop,
where you’ll discover the craftsmanship and techniques behind the 400-year-old tradition of Hiroshima Buddhist altar making.
日本を代表する漆芸作家、高山尚也氏の工房をガイド付きで見学し、400年の伝統を誇る広島仏壇の職人技や技法をご覧できます。
Price
Tour Price :
22,000 yen
Participants : 10 or more
Time : 10:00-11:00/ 13:00-14:00(1h)
Meeting Point : Takayama Kiyoshi shop
https://maps.app.goo.gl/vJCctGxbSgpYor9w5
Language : English / Japanese
Tour Cut off : 2days Before
What‘s Included :
English guide fee, Fee for Gold Leaf
Coaster Crafting, insurance fee
Payment Method : By Credit Card
支払い方法 クレジットカード
Minimum number of guests* 1
Maximum number of guests* 10
最小催行人数 １名
最大人数 10名
1名（作品お土産付き）
※１８歳以下のお子様の見学は無料です（体験は含まれていません）
PLAN 02
体験料：22,000JPN
人数：10名～
体験時間：１時間
含まれるもの：英語ガイド、体験料、コースター
"Book your workshop today and take home a piece of Japan’s rich cultural heritage!"
Traditional Lacquer Art
&
Studio Tours
PLAN 01 ** Hands-on Japanese Lacquer Art with Master Craftsman **
PLAN 02 ** Gold-Leaf Lacquer Coaster Workshop **
□ Profile
Naoya Takayama, born on January 26, 1981, in Hiroshima City, comes from a family with a long tradition of crafting Buddhist altars and ornaments. After graduating from the Department of Buddhist Studies at the Junior College of Ryukoku University, he underwent apprenticeship training at Kyoroiro Otsuka, where he learned black lacquer techniques and engaged in the production and repair of Buddhist altars and ornaments.
At 28, he returned to Hiroshima and gained recognition for his remarkable restoration of a local temple.
In 2018, he began crafting Hiroshima lacquerware and established the Naoya Takayama brand with the vision of “blending traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation,” and has since won numerous awards for his work. At the request of the mayor of Hiroshima, he produced the Hiroshima lacquerware “Den/Shiosai” that would be presented to world leaders. At the request of Mrs. Yuko Kishida, wife of Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, he created Hiroshima lacquerware “Akebono” to be presented to spouses of world leaders at the G7 Summit held in May 2023.
Hiroshima Lacquerware artist
> https://naoyatakayama.com
> CONTACT
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Studio
2-17 Horikawa-cho, Naka-ku Hiroshima, 730-0033 Japan +81-82-241-5058
We meet at this building called (Takayamakiyoshi Ltd.)
