Synopsis

For centuries, plasterwork has been an integral element of Japanese architecture, adorning the walls of castles, storehouses, and homes alike. With simple trowels, artisans transform surfaces into gleaming planes and elaborate reliefs. This installment of Japanology Plus focuses on this enduring craft. We are joined by Takao Kobayashi, a craftsman with forty years of experience, who shares his passion for the work. And in Plus One, Matt Alt visits young apprentices who are breathing new life int