Kaitakudo Gallery Co., Ltd. Bijutsu no Mori

``Bijutsu no Mori'' is a retail store operated by ``Kaitakudo Art,'' which has been making hanging scrolls for over 50 years in Gifu Prefecture, Japan's largest producer of hanging scrolls. The southwestern part of Gifu Prefecture is rich in soft water resources that are essential for making hanging scrolls, and nearby there is a production area for Mino washi paper and Kakamigahara picture silk, and the washi and bamboo crafts (lanterns, Japanese umbrellas, fans) that flourished near Gifu City. Because there were many artists who painted on Japanese paper and silk, it became a major production center for hanging scrolls. In recent years, the demand for hanging scrolls has decreased due to changes in the housing situation, and the number of painters who paint hanging scrolls and mounters who tailor them has decreased. Hanging scrolls have a traditional formality and texture when you look at them, and when you put them away, they can be rolled up into a compact size to protect and preserve the work.In addition, they are lighter and less susceptible to earthquake disasters than picture frames, and they have many wonderful features. there is. In addition, there are many unique techniques for creating traditional hanging scroll paintings and silk paintings that can produce beautiful colors and styles without the need for thick coatings compared to oil paintings and recent Japanese paintings. We have added functions that allow paintings to be rolled or folded. It is because of the various techniques that have been cultivated over such a long history that valuable works of calligraphy and painting from throughout Japan's history can still be seen in beautiful condition. We want to preserve this technique for the future, so we actively train young craftsmen and artists, and we also create animations to get young people and people from overseas interested in hanging scrolls. We are collaborating with characters from games and fashion designers to create works that have never been seen before. ``Bijutsu no Mori'' always has over 500 hanging scrolls in stock, ranging from new works to valuable pieces that are over 100 years old. In addition to hanging scrolls, ``Bijutsu no Mori'' also stocks traditional festival dolls, woodwork, copperware, ironware, ceramic works, linen tapestries, and other crafts. We also hold art classes such as painting and pottery, so you are free to tour when classes are held. If you would like to try this experience, please contact us in advance as a reservation is required.