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We aim to ensure that our clients and craftsmen share a common vision, enabling us to build quality buildings.
To achieve this goal,
Asuka Koumuten prepares materials, makes proposals on-site, and engages in in-depth discussions with the client.
Regular meetings with the client
We will produce and distribute easy to read booklets on large format A3 paper.
We will try to make it easy to understand the progress at a glance.
We will share the progress of the project with related companies in a hands-on way at the construction site.
We take great care in preparing actual samples and designs so that our customers can check them at their earliest convenience. This is our style.
Progress Reports, Confirmation, and Adjustment
The master carpenter and foreman, as well as related contractors and craftsmen, will report, confirm, and adjustment progress and explain their commitment to the project.
Explanation of the points of focus by the Kawara tile craftsman
The craftsmen passionately explained the process of traditional tile roofing, which is hidden after completion.
The work of the work of the ｍiyadaiku is really hard, but the work of kawara tiles are very hard too. Hearing the client's exclamation, the tile craftsman in charge was almost moved to tears.
The octagonal hall requires a combination of Kawara tiles with a high degree of difficulty. The Kawara tiles used for this part are custom-made.
During the regular meeting, clients will also be able to see the actual work process.
For craftsmen, the opportunity to directly convey their hardships, creative efforts, and professional skills to the client is a significant time to take pride in one's work.
Please watch the presentation by the kawara tile craftsman, who received great praise from the client.
The construction process by Asuka Koumuten
Hearing a client requests
Coordination with craftsmen of each trade
Progress reports, confirmation, and coordination
Proposals for upcoming product designs, construction methods, and materials to be used, and approval by the client.
The dream of two generations, the challenge of building the octagonal hall
The carpenter's skills were tested in the installation of the hip rafters of Aizen-do
A hip rafter (sumigi) is a wooden beam placed at the top of the eaves, and when attached, it becomes a diagonal member. There are eight of these halls, and the Japanese cypress used is bent in a different way for each one, so the height can be seen when viewed horizontally, and the appearance is as if it has been inked in Chinese characters.
Although these are large wooden components, only about 30% of them are actually visible, with the remaining 70% hidden, but since strength is essential, this type of timber is necessary.
Sumitsuke (marking with Japanese ink) is done in this way, one by one, and it is an important process for understanding the growth and character of the wood and deciding where to place it.
The processed hip rafters being installed.
Adjusting the height to the target height by a few millimeters.
The installation is complete.
Once the external and internal octagonal structures are in place, the hip rafters (submit) are used to fix their positions, and the whole building is fixed tightly in place.
It is fitted securely using the mallet.
The craftsman also synchronizes our breathing with the person on the other side of the eaves and securely fits the wood member appropriately.
The craftsman strikes the mallet while being aware of the sound of the wood and the sensation of the vibration transmitted to his hands!
Once the assembly work is complete, the master carpenter checks the height at each location.
You can watch the process of installing the hip rafters (sumigi) at Aizen-do, which will become a valuable historical record.
Spotlight on the skills and spirit of the craftsmen
At the moment when we feel pride and a sense of fulfillment in our own skills, we craftsmen experience the greatest joy.
The client taking a photo of the eaves and Kawara tile roof, which stand out against the blue sky after the scaffolding has been dismantled.
The day the hall was completed and the newly made Buddha was installed. 'There was not a single mistake in any of the processes.' The client's compliments brought tears to the eyes of all the craftsmen.
At the celebration for the completion of the hall, the client kneels down and expresses his gratitude to our master carpenter. I'm sure he had a lot to say to the second-generation master carpenter. We received his warm concern.
At the celebration for the completion of the ceremony, the master builder of Asuka Koumuten received words of praise from the client
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