Every 40 to 80 years, important temples and shrines are restored by architects and craftspeople to preserve their original aesthetic and façade and the integrity of the building structure. This experience offers a “once-in-a-lifetime” opportunity to visit the site with an expert and see first-hand how traditional Japanese architectural skills are utilized to preserve buildings which are often hundreds of years old, sometimes more than 1,000 in age. Depending on the timing of your visit, we will select the best place where this restoration work is taking place. In December 2020, Japanese traditional architectural skills were listed on UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage list, underscoring the quality of Japanese wood craftsmanship.
