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

Hybrid Panel Discussion on the Future of Handicrafts

Japanese and German experts engage with craftsmen from both countries to discuss the "current state and future" of wooden handicrafts. This hybrid event seeks to highlight the value of handicrafts and share it with a worldwide audience.

Capacity：venue 30 persons／online 100 persons
€ Free of charge

Registration is required to attend on site at the JDZB: Registration.
To watch the event online, you do not need to register.

[Symposium Content] Simultaneous interpretation

• Craftsmanship and Honest Live Talks by Skilled Artisans from Japan and Germany: "Failures, Realities, Fulfillment, and Dreams"

• Professor Matsumura, Professor(not yet fixed): Future prospects for craftsmen from the perspective of Japanese and German researchers

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

Panel discussion concept

Craftsmen and experts draw inspiration and insights from the unique differences and shared qualities of Japanese and German handicrafts. This event explores opportunities for young aspiring craftsmen to find their niche and build valuable connections as well. You'll have the opportunity to connect with fellow craftsmen you might not encounter otherwise and ask questions to receive guidance from the speakers.

interviewer	Name/Occupation
	Shuichi Matsumura The President, Kobe Design University https://www.webchikuma.jp/articles/-/351
	Prof. Thomas Bock https://rod.de/ Photo ©Dr Cordia Schlegelmilch, Berlin
	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/

　B　15:45 - 16:45
Workshop for experienced users of Japanese ‘Kanna’ (in English: planer)

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€

【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. with consecutive interpretation in Japanese and German.
• 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　UTSUWA 3.1

The program offers a hands-on experience in traditional Japanese craftsmanship, including the live demonstration of UTSUWA 3.1, a Japanese-style room prototype using wooden plug-in techniques, interactive workshops on chopstick making and Kumiko (traditional wooden grid elements), and an engaging Kanna (planing) competition.

Capacity：180 persons
€ Free admission

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

　Please register for the workshop and pay the participation fee at JDZB on the day of the workshop.

【Course Content】

*Consective interpretation