A　14:00 – 15:30（21:00〜22:30／Japan Time）　Panel discussion of German-Japanese craftsmen
　"UTSUWA DANGI-Ⅱ"【JDZB & Zoom】

Panel discussion on Considering the Future of Handicrafts.

Japanese and German experts ask Japanese and German craftsmen about the "present situation and future." Broadcasting the value of handicrafts to the world through a hybrid online format.

【Panel discussion Content 】

Simultaneous interpretation

Craftsmanship and Honest Live Talks by Skilled Artisans from Japan and Germany:

"Failures, Realities, Fulfillment, and Dreams“

Future prospects for craftsmen from the perspective of Japanese and German researchers

Speakers' answers to questions from young craftspeople and audience members.

Venue：Japanese-German Centre Berlin + online
Capacity：venue 30 persons／online 100 persons
Free of charge

Application form

interviewer	Name/Occupation
	Shuichi Matsumura Professor, Research Institute, Waseda University https://www.webchikuma.jp/articles/-/351
	Bock Thomas Robot Oriented Design https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-bock-5a25651/
	Rieko Uchida Architect https://morizo-archi.com/
speker	Name/Occupation
	Masaaki Okimoto Carpenter https://kisaburo.info/
	Emi Shinmura Woodworker・Designer https://emishinmura.com
	Dorian Bracht Woodworker https://www.tischlereibracht.com/
	Justus Kissner Carpenter,Restorer https://www.instagram.com/woodandwaves/

【Concept of the Panel discussion】

Craftsmen and experts gain inspiration and discoveries from the differences and commonalities in Japanese and German handicrafts.Exploring opportunities for young people aspiring to become craftsmen to find places to shine and network.Come and meet fellow craftspeople you wouldn't normally meet.You can also ask questions and get advice from the speakers online.

　B　15:45 - 16:45　Japanese hand tools workshop (Sharpening and adjusting the plane)

Course on sharpening Japanese ‘Kanna’ blades,taught by professional craftsmen from Japan and Germany.
Improve the sharpness of your pride and joy hand plane!

This course is taught directly by professionals who know the Japanese plane (for
working with wood) inside out. If you are already using a Japanese plane (for working
with wood), you will gain an extra level of knowledge.

Capacity：venue 10 persons　*Experienced persons only
Participation cost：50€

Application form

【Course content】consecutive interpretation

• Plane types and selection: knowing how to choose the right plane for the right purpose
• Adjusting the planing board: buy a new planing board and learn about the machining that should be done.
• Sharpening blades: knowledge and experience of how to sharpen blades correctly
• Planing tips: learn to tune and plane the blade

【Workshop Content】

• Participants should bring their own sharpened planes.
• A Japanese professional craftsman from UTSUWA (Oki) will re-sharpen one participant's plane.
• UTSUWA members (Dorian, Emi, Justus) will explain tips and tricks for sharpening in German and English.
• We will compare the differences before and after sharpening to see the changes. (Test planing wood)
• Participants will not sharpen their own planes at the venue, but they will be able to see a professional sharpening right in front of them.
• Participants can take home tips for improving their planing skills and are welcome to ask questions.

【In this workshop】

Learn the wisdom and experience of skilled professionals: In fact, the sharpening methods is are adjusted according to individual cases.
We believe that knowing these tips is essential for those who already have experience in planing to improve further.
Professionals take years to adjust the sharpening method according to the wood, work, and situation. The sharpening method also varies from person to person.
Find the planing technique that suits you and apply it to your future work. Please take this opportunity to watch a professional's technique in front of you and "steal" it.
Then go home and practice it many times yourself. "Skill does not come overnight!"

【information】

• Only one set of sharpening stones will be prepared at the venue.
• The sharpening stones will be used only by UTSUWA members.
• The instructors for the course are the four craftsman members of the UTSUWA project:

Okimoto Masaaki：@masaakiokimoto
Dorian Bracht：@dorianbracht
Emi Shinmura：@emi_shinmura
Justus Kissner：@woodandwaves

〜 Interact with a wide range of craftspeople at the German-Japanese Craftsmen Symposium! 〜

　C　17:00 - 20:30 #Open Monday×UTSUWA project

The UTSUWA project and the popular regular programme "#Open Monday" of the German-Japanese Centre Berlin are jointly organised by the German-Japanese Centre Berlin!
Why not try your hand at assembling UTSUWA 3.1 (Japanese-style room prototype) or take part in a planing competition?
You can also enjoy Japanese food and drink and Japanese craftsmanship.

Capacity：180 persons
Free admission

• Kumiko workshops：20€
• Chopstick workshop：20€
• Food and drink in salon area：For a fee

　No application is required. Please register on the day at the venue.

【Course Content】