The primary wood material used is Kiso cypress.

Kiso cypress is less prone to shrinkage, and thus has been used for many existing Buddhist statues. In addition to hardness and durability, it is superior in luster and aroma, and is thus considered to be of good omen.

We then express the pose, facial features, etc., that reflect the client’s requests.

There are mainly 3 steps to the process of carving Buddhist statues.

1 Rough or Coarse Carving

Roughing out the approximate overall shape using framing chisels. Over 100 different chisels are employed for this purpose.

2 Fine Carving

Carving out finer shapes. “Cutting corners” in this stage will lead to a compromised final outcome.

3 Finishing Touches

 Finishing the surface nice and smooth with chisels. Chisels alone are used to give a luster, without resorting to sand files or papers. Conversely, sand files or papers cannot give the wood surface a true luster.

Careful chisel work are required, paying attention to how the wood’s grain runs. Attention is also paid while carving to the overall balance and symmetry. Further chisel work follows to smoothen the asperities.

We then express the pose, facial features, etc., that reflect the client’s requests.

We do our jobs with great care, so as for you to hopefully feel wood’s warmth.

May the statue be special to you. Such being our atelier’s concept, we are committed to carve into the world a Buddha that will be special to each of our future clients.

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At our atelier, we would like to cherish the thoughts and feelings of our clients and take the time necessary to welcome their Buddha.