Gyokusendo In 1816 the future founder of Gyokusendo started his own workshop. The master and later his company specialized in copper tableware. Their workshops and showrooms are located in an amazing traditional Japanese building, where the company has been located for nearly 100 years. Walking those halls, one feels inspired and connected to the great masters that came before. Or in my case, one tries to feel those things, as they ruthlessly swing a hammer. I was privileged to experience one of the rare events that are held at Gyokusendo. I was challenged with creating a copper drinking cup, completely from scratch! Step 1: First, you get a round piece … Continue reading Tsubame-Sanjo: Hammer to life in Gyokusendo