【Hifu Town, Bamboo Crafts】Making an original “basket” using Chishima bamboo

This is an original “basket” making experience using Chishimazasa by bamboo craftsmen who have a workshop in Hifu Town.
Using materials nurtured by Hokkaido’s nature, you can create a one-of-a-kind bamboo basket under the careful guidance of craftsmen.

Attraction of the experience and recommended points

1. Touch the skills of the craftsmen! Bamboo craftsmen with a small group of people with a lot of experience in safe production

will carefully guide you from the basics of making bamboo baskets.
Even if you feel clumsy, the event will be held in a small group that pays close attention to each person so that you can participate with peace of mind.
While experiencing the techniques of traditional craftsmen, you can try your hand at making a full-fledged “basket”.

2. Locally produced! The “bamboo” used in the experience of using
the Chishimazasa nurtured by the nature of Hokkaido is collected by craftsmen from Chishimazasa grown in the mountains of Hifu Town and Asahikawa City.

You can work on your production while using all five senses to feel the characteristics and charm of the material, and you can fully experience the nature of Hokkaido.

3. A one-of-a-kind original “basket”
that will be a commemoration of your trip The bamboo basket made in the workshop can be taken home as it is.

Not only for everyday use, but also when displayed as an interior decoration, it adds warmth to your daily life.
The nice point is that you can leave a special experience on your trip in form.

Experience schedule

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	substance
(1) Gathering	Gather at the Chishima Sasa Crafts Museum
(2) Explanation	story about making a Thousand Island bamboo basket
(3) Experience	Basket making experience
(4) Termination	Finished product received