We conduct transfer and share of knowledge and technique on conservation.

Japanese paper conservation is a key theme because people are interested in Japanese paper conservation materials and techniques. Now conservators recognize that Japanese paper is good conservation material not only for Japanese items but also for others. Actually, many conservators use Japanese paper. However, it is difficult for oversea conservators to get accurate knowledge.

Through the courses and workshops, we transfer and share Japanese methodology and materials. We promote the construction of a network of conservators.

Current Courses
1. International Course on Conservation of Japanese Paper - JPC - (since 1992)

Host: TOBUNKEN, ICCROM

Venue: TOBUNKEN Tokyo

Known as JPC (Japanese Paper Conservation course)

Training course on Japanese paper and conservation techniques using Japanese paper.

Starting from the fundamental and important skills such as “cutting” and “joining” in Japanese paper conservation, transferring technique and Japanese way of thinking for conservators to use those for their own items.For paper conservators.

2. International Course on Conservation of Japanese Paper (since2011)

Host: CNCPC-INAH, TOBUNKEN, ICCROM

Venue: CNCPC-INAH, Mexico City

A spin-off from JPC, proposed by Mexico. Focusing more on basic skills and knowledge than JPC for paper conservators in Latin America.

PUBLICATION
  • International Course on Conservation of Japanese Paper: Evaluation 2022　published in March 2023
  • International Course on Conservation of Japanese Paper 2019　published in March 2021
  • International Course on Paper Conservation in Latin America 2019　published in March 2020
  • Workshops on Conservation of Japanese Textile 2019　published in March 2020
  • Workshop on Conservation and Restoration of Urushi Objects 2019　published in March 2021
  • Workshops on the Conservation of Japanese Art Objects on Paper and Silk 2017　published in March 2018
  • Workshops on Conservation of Japanese Textile 2017　published in March 2018
  • Workshops on Conservation and Restoration of Urushi Objects: Evaluation 2017　published in March 2018
  • International Course on Conservation of Paper in Latin America: Evaluation 2017　published in March 2018
BUDGET

Government funding for the Institue's operational expenses

LINK

ICCROM International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property

INAH National Institute of Anthropology and History (Mexico)