Japanese Torii gate for the Dojo of a Budoschool
For Budoschool Kai Sei in Zoetermeer he got Yokoso Japanese Gardens The task of realizing two special woodworking projects, where traditional Japanese design and craftsmanship were central: a large red Torii gate and room dividers in Budo style. To ensure that everything met our high quality standards, our team began with a 3D visualization of the entire project.
Details
- Year 2022
- Location Zoetermeer, Netherlands
- Project duration 15 days
Japanese Torii gate for the Dojo of a Budoschool
The first project we started was the construction of our very first traditional Japanese Torii gate. These characteristic entrance gates mark the transition from the everyday world to the sacred environment of a Shinto shrine in Japan. From this symbolism, our own woodworkers designed and crafted a Torii that perfectly matched the appearance and function of the dojo. The construction was carefully finished in the traditional colors of red and black and then placed on-site.
The second project involved the manufacture of 24 specially designed Dojo Shoji screens. These were constructed in such a way that they could be easily assembled, without compromising on strength or appearance. Each wooden frame was fitted with a printed plate with carefully placed slats and silhouettes of various Japanese martial arts, including karate, judo, and jiujitsu.
Details
- Year 2022
- Location Zoetermeer, Netherlands
- Project duration 15 days
Japanese Torii gate for the Dojo of a Budoschool
The result was a unique combination of Japanese architecture, symbolism, and functional design. The red-and-black Torii gate formed an impressive architectural accent at the dojo. Just as a traditional Torii in Japan marks a symbolic transition, this gate invites visitors and practitioners to leave the daily world behind and focus on concentration, discipline, and respect. Together, the Shoji screens and the Torii strengthen the Japanese identity of the budo school. A successful project in which our passion for traditional Japanese woodworking and architecture comes together in a special way with the world of Japanese martial arts.
The 24 Shoji screens gave the interior of Budoschool Kai Sei a recognizable Japanese look. The silhouettes of various martial arts formed a visual reference to the disciplines practiced within the dojo, while the wooden frames and slats created a calm and cohesive whole.
Details
- Year 2022
- Location Zoetermeer, Netherlands
- Project duration 15 days
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