Discover the Magic of Ainu Craft in Museum Cobra
Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025
Time: 12:00 to 1:30 p.m.
Cost: free (excluding museum entrance)
Duration: 1.5 hours
Spoken language: Japanese (the workshop will be in Japanese, but now worries: translators will be present to provide interpretation into English, and where possible, also into Dutch)
Sign up: through this link (select your tickets and then click on the desired activity)
Maximum number of participants: 15 participants (min. age 12 years, children accompanied by an adult)
Experience the ancient traditions of the Ainu during the woodcarving workshop at Museum Cobra. Guided by artisans from the Nibutani Craft Cooperative Association, you will learn step by step how to carve authentic Ainu patterns into a wooden coaster, which you will take home afterwards.
Ainu patterns tell stories inspired by nature, such as the thorn pattern (ayus-noka) and the eye pattern (sik-noka). During the workshop, you will discover the history of these symbols and learn traditional techniques.
The workshop is suitable for everyone aged 12 and up, children accompanied by an adult.
Disclaimer: we’re so glad you’re joining our workshop. We’ll be working with materials and tools that are safe when used properly, but we kindly ask you to pay attention and follow our instructors guidance. Participation is at your own risk, so the museum cannot be held liable in case of injury. Thank you for understanding, and most of all: have fun!
