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Manufacturing and sale of Jinrikisha(rickshaw)by KURUMAYA (Kurumaya 3/3)

Monday, February 21st, 2011

Jinrikisha (rickshaw) manufactured by KURUMAYA sticks to Japanese origin in all parts, assembly process, and all processes under their artistic techniques.  Completion of manufacturing jinrikisha (rickshaw) takes 2-3 months time after receiving the order.  It is because that some of parts are especially custom-designed and elaborately tailored and manufactured.

Mr. Matsuoka – JINRIKISHA MYSTAR, who is the initiator and the president of the car shop KURUMAYA, manufactures their jinrikisha (rickshaw) by the method self-learning throughout his experience and passion.  ‘’It was generally said that people were more diminutive in 10to 20 years ago and the seat of any jinrikisha was narrow now for getting on of two people.  The car shop KURUMAYA has improved in such respect a structure that guests can ride and sit comfortably in a relaxed manner.  Jinrikisha (rickshaw) manufactured by KURUMAWA has paid more attention to the easiness of the rickshaw man and the goodness of riding at the same time, which is nowadays used at the wedding, company event and the purpose of riding jinrikisha (rickshaw) is getting more diversified.  The jinrikisha (rickshaw) by KURUMAYA can meet such needs and present good performance with its handmade unique quality. For detailed information, http://jinrikishahanbai.main.jp/      (Japanese only) 
We, Goodies Corporation on behalf of KURUMAYA, take purchase order from foreign users.   In English, please contact through this WEB shop or send an e-mail at service@goodies-japan.co.jp.   Goodies Corporation will arrange export shipping through Trade-convenience.

Down Town Tokyo Information —- Museum

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

1. Tokyo Metropolitan Edo-Tokyo Museum
http://www.edo-tokyo-museum.or.jp/

Come to learn more about Tokyo’s history and culture !
● Schedule of special exhibitions

  • ・Jul.4 (Sat)-Sep.6 (Sun) : Sharaku and other hidden Japanese masterworks from the land of NAUSIC AA
  • ・Sep.19 (Sat)-Nov.8 (Sun) : Beautiful Shin-hanga Revitalization of Ukiyo-e
  • ・Nov.23 (Mon)-Jan.17 (Sun) 2010 : Ikebana (Japanese flower arrangement) and Japanese beauty

2. Museum of contemporary art Tokyo
http://www.mot-art-museum.jp/

● Schedule of special exhibitions

  • ・Jul.18 (Sat)-Oct.4 (Sun) : The Colors of Mary Blair
  • ・Aug.1 (Sat)-Oct.4 (Sun) : Kosho Ito Works 1974-2009
  • ・Oct.31 (Sat)-Jan.17, 2010 (Sun) : Luxury in fashion Reconsidered
  • ・Oct.31 (Sat)-Jan.17), 2010 (Sun) : Rebecca Horn

3. Basho Museum
http://www.kcf.or.jp/basyo/english.html

4. Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
http://www.tobikan.jp/

5. The Ueno Royal Museum
http://www.ueno-mori.org/

6. Tokyo National Museum
http://www.tnm.jp/jp/

● Schedule of special exhibitions

  • ・Jul.14 (Sun)-Sep.6 (Sun) : Sometuke – The flourishing of underglaze porcelain ware in Asia
  • ・Jul.14 (Sun)-Sep.6 (Sun) :Ise Jingu and Treasures of Shinto
  • ・Oct.6 (Tues)-Nov.3 (Mon) : Treasures of the Imperial Collections – Splendor of Japanese Art Part 1
  • ・Nov.12 (Tues)-Nov.29 (Sun) : Treasures of the Imperial Collections – Splendor of Japanese Art Part 2

MOT

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

I went to Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo.


Frontage


colorful wall


nice gate!

Enjoy the Colors of Mary Blair !
Mary Blair produced concept art and color styling for such Disney films as “Cinderella” and “Alice in Wonderland,” as well as character designs for the Disneyland.
The exhibition was great! She created wonderful pieces.


One of her famous character “ Lemonade Girl”
I love this !


Alice in Wonderland

Kosho Ito


Very interesting installations


There are some benches to rest.

Trayan

Giant robot “Torayan” you can see it at the entrance by free !


upps !! Look at the guy


Isn’t he funny?

Down town Tokyo information —Experience the traditional arts and crafts

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

* Atelier / Session menu / Time required / Capacity / Fee / Session Schedule / other information

1. Isogai Tortoiseshell Speciality Store / Tortoiseshell Pendant / 2hourse / 3 to 12persons / \3.000 person / Mon.-Fri. 10:00-18:00
Founded in 1939, the store, specializing in tortoiseshell, was elected the 3M movement of Sumida Ward. The second generation master has also been certified as the intangible cultural heritage of Sumida Ward and earned numerous awards from the director of Sumida Ward as well as the governor of Tokyo.  http://isogai-bekko.jp/
2. Musashiya Hozan / Edo-Style Hagoita(Battledore) / 2hours / 5persons / \3.000person /
Mon.-Satur. 10:00-17:00
Over 50 items of battledores are displayed throughout the year, you can also observe the process of making there products. They also accept custom-made requests.
http://hagoita.co.jp/taiken.html
3. Kiriya Tanaka / Paulownia Stool / 2.5hours / 3 to 8persons / \8.000person / Sun.10:00-18:00
Founded in 1892, the museum has over 100 years of history in making paulownia chests.
http://www.kiriyatanaka.co.jp/
4. Sumida Edokirikokan / Edo-Style Cut Glass / 2hours / 1 to 10persons / \3.000-5.000 person / Mon.-Satur. 9:00-17:00
At this model shop, you can learn about the history and the production process of Edokiriko. Over 350 works are exhibited for sale.
http://www.edokiriko.net/school/
5. Byobu Washuya / Puzzle Screen / 2hours / 3 to 20persons /
\3.000 per person if less than 9people the fee will change / Mon.-Satur. 9:00-17:00
This store is certified a museum and mode shop meister of Sumida Ward. The production process as well as the tools used to make the artwork are among the display.
http://www.byoubu.co.jp/
6. EdoKibashi / Edo-Style Wooden Chopsticks / 2hours / 2 to 5persons / \3.000 person
Mon.-Satur. 9:00-17:00
This Edokibashi(chopsticks) specialty store has a tradition over 100 years. You can choose a pair of specific shape and design you like.
http://www.edokibashi.com/make.html
7. Some Daimatsu / Edo-Style Small Repeating Pattern Dyeing / 2hours / 5 to 20persons /
Per group + \1.500 per person
A traditional Edo Komon special store, where a number of Kimono, obi, olouses, as well as leather products made of the Edo Komon zome ( small repeating pattern dyeing) are displayed for sale.
http://edokomon-daimatsu.com/?page_id=7