This event is in the past.It took place on August 24, 2026 at BOLANDO.

Ippon Nippon : Reading Wood 1
Decorative Exhibition
Ippon Nippon : Reading Wood 2
Ippon Nippon : Reading Wood 3
Ippon Nippon : Reading Wood 4
Ippon Nippon : Reading Wood 5

Ippon Nippon : Reading Wood

July 26 - August 24

At BOLANDO

Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Paris

🪵"made-in-Japan tatami mats with real igusa grass, extremely rare in Europe"
🎌"a real Japanese feel, beautiful antique decorative pieces"
💬Talk to the owner for deeper cultural insights

Explore how Japanese carpenters and artisans "read" wood, interpreting growth rings, grain, and knots to honor each piece's unique character. This free exhibition by architect Fumihiko Sano traces a philosophy that shaped Japanese craftsmanship and our bond with nature.

Free entry
Artisan craftsmanship
Japanese philosophy
Intimate gallery