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[Application Closed] JPC 2025 - International Course on Conservation of Japanese Paper
Japanese paper is internationally recognized as a superior conservation material. It is also the support material used in Japanese artworks found in many collections worldwide. However, it is difficult outside of Japan to gain in-depth, holistic knowledge and experience in traditional conservation techniques dealing with Japanese paper. The JPC course offers a unique opportunity for […]
Closing of the Study Tour on AR & VR Applications and Workshop on 3D Digital Documentation
Following the completion of technical training in 3D digital documentation, the workshop participants embarked on a five-day study tour from October 26 to 30, focusing on practical case studies involving 3D digital content (primarily in AR and VR). The main highlights of the tour included the Peace Park Tours at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, the […]
Workshop on 3D Digital Documentation of the Cultural Heritage and Its Application is Underway
We launched the "Workshop on 3D Digital Documentation of Cultural Heritage and Its Applications" on October 21, 2024. This workshop is organized as part of the Network Core Centers for International Cooperation on Conservation of Cultural Heritage Project, commissioned by the Agency for Cultural Affairs. Seven experts from Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Egypt […]
Closing of International Course on Conservation of Japanese Paper 2024
International Course on Conservation of Japanese Paper 2024, which began on 26th August, concluded on 13th September. Co-organized by ICCROM and Tobunken, this course hold as significant place among ICCROM's programs due to its long-standing history. Ten participants from overseas acquired traditional Japanese conservation skills by creating a handscroll. During the third week, they learned […]
Study Tour on JPC 2024
TOBUNKEN and ICCROM have been working together to host the International Course on the Conservation of Japanese Paper. From August 26th to September 13th, 10 paper conservators and specialists from various countries have gathered in Japan to participate. The course aims to learn conservation techniques for cultural objects using traditional Japanese paper, with the goal […]
Visit from Architectural Heritage Division, NRICH of Korea
On September 5, four researchers from the Architectural Heritage Division of the National Institute of Cultural Heritage (NRICH), Korea, visited our institute. Their Japan visits aimed to gather information and examples of conservation approaches and practices for modern architecture, particularly focusing on brick masonry structures. Along with helping to select suitable domestic examples and coordinating […]