For over 200 Years the Family-Run Workshop has Produced Hand-Hammered Tsuiki Copperware

Hello everyone,
When I was a kid, my dad told me about the reduction of manpower in traditional trades due to the industrialization and modernization of Japanese society. Traditional products started to become outdated and forgotten.
#Copperware #HammeredCopperware #CopperSmithing
However, there are still young people who dedicate their entire careers to preserving these traditions. We want to honor them as much as we can. Therefore, I decided to create a series of video shows about them and their work, using footage from my friends and myself.
Today’s video will be even more captivating because I have edited the script, rewritten the content, recorded new voices, added new effects, music, and footage to create something truly unique. This new creation is titled: "For Over 200 Years the Family-Run Workshop has Produced Hand-Hammered Tsuiki Copperware."
This time, our main character is a Tsubame-Tsuiki copperware craftsman: Hiyama Akiko (樋山 朗子さん) from Niigata Prefecture, born in 1990. She continues the legacy of Gyokusendo, guided by the 7th generation master, Tamagawa Motoyuki (玉川 基行さん).
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Gyokusendo Website (English): www.gyokusendo...
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Stay tuned for more insights into copperware, Gyokusendo, Tsuiki, and the art of hammered copperware. We will explore copper smithing, hammering copper, copper bowl making, and the incredible craftsmanship seen in Japanese craftsmanship documentaries.
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[@Tonvanis75]

*_I"m So happy to know that Japanese youth still carry on their traditional art in every form of the Japanese form art so the world can have a chance to see the beautiful culture that I love._* Thank you for sharing.

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

Well said! I greatly appreciate it

[@chuggles03]

Craftspeople. The world needs more of them.

[@farisasmith7109]

I really admire artists/ craftsmen who make such beautiful things. In a world with mass production and sameness, making unique things by hand is an important thing to keep alive.

[@tinkmarshino]

Beautiful work! it is so nice to have people to carry on traditions such as you show here.. To keep the beauty of the making alive is fantastic.. thank you all..

[@martywild6359]

When I did my Coppersmithing apprenticeship we did this kind of work. I still have my plenishing and peening hammers and bossing mallets. Hammers kept to a mirror finish. If your hammers have a mark on the face it'll transfer onto the workpiece. Alas, this kind of work is done much quicker and cheaper on a metal spinning lathe, and then finished by hand. Retired now, but ended up spending most of my life in a sheet metal shop.

[@Gmasterfluffy]

That's really interesting. What did you used to make? What was the hardest part of your job?

[@lenny108]

it seems these pots are now made with machines, mass production. But attached to the factory they have a museum how it was done formerly. So they show the copper museum but this is only for advertisement. Nowadays the copper is no more pure but mixed with cheaper metals

[@kungfukid4124]

That is amazing. I would love that opportunity to become an apprentice of a coppersmith.

[@mikethespike7579]

In my apprenticeship in sheet metal working one of the things we had to do was hammer a vase out of a sheet of aluminum very much like the young lady does with copper in the footage. It's quite satisfying work if you get it right. And yes, these things are now usually manufactured through machine spinning or even pressing. But if you have a unique design, a one off piece, it's still better to hammer it and it also ends up being a piece of art that a lot of people are prepared to pay a good money for.

[@johnstevens6779]

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[@dbfmixchanneldaniloformoso938]

So fine and so hard but extra ordinary result of wonderful products,i salute you.

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

glad you liked it!

[@dbfmixchanneldaniloformoso938]

@@WoodworkingEnthusiasts yes its so amazing skill,thanks for sharing it.

[@justin9202]

Smiths who work with copper, brass, and bronze are called red smiths not blacksmiths. Red smith because they work with the red metals. Blacksmiths work with the black metals such as iron, and steel

[@darthvader6533]

Steel, the blackest of all metals

[@ihaveacookie4226]

I did not know that thanks for the information.

[@justin9202]

@@darthvader6533 haha yeah. According to metallurgy it's a black metal though it's very silver haha

[@justin9202]

@@ihaveacookie4226 glad to help. I love learning interesting facts so hit me up if you want to learn further

[@byOldHand]

Thank you ! Always inspiring contents 👏🏻👏🏻

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

My pleasure!!

[@johnhowell316]

That young lady and all of those craftspeople deserve many accolades for their dedication to their craft and to their dedication to preserving their art. Many thanks!

[@EliosMoonElios]

I bet the program want to focus in the CraftMaster of the family but he probably tell them to focus in the youngest because she is the one who need it more.

[@jamesriser5305]

As a copper metal spinner, I fully appreciate the incredible skill displayed in this wonderful video. I am thrilled that these folks are keeping this skill alive. Absolutely wonderful.

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

thank you kindly!

[@rumplefourskin6775]

Those shears she used to cut the copper are amazing!!

[@PC2011HK]

Thank you for your loving portrayal of artist's creation. It all starts so raw and cruel sheet of copper. But, at the end, such lovely, functional forms. Such intensity and tenacity in the production of the copper tea pot.

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

I'm glad you like it!

[@vyranlaise8356]

I find it amazing watching this beautiful woman make a copper tea kettle. We Americans have been making copper moon shine stills, pots and pans plates and kettles for over 500 years the same ways. Times have change, the industry has also changed. With hygienic presses and punches. It's a dying art, expected for my Tennessee brothers. They keep the dreams alive.

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

Yeah, that makes sense. Thank you for brings up an interesting point!

[@ihatejamon]

Much respect for them, I hope they can keep doing this for a long time

[@fchow8652]

Such craftsmanship should be preserved

[@Maverick467]

Amen she is brilliant a true treasure if Japan

[@bjrngumundsen939]

I have a deep respect for traditional made goods such as this. It's amazing to watch someone produce something from nothing. Amazing craftsmanship.

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@wallaceburjins6841]

This process is very pleasant to watch. I couldn't understand what the narrator was saying, but loved every minute.

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@MrCryptler69]

Nothing is more satisfying than hand crafting a one of a kind piece of art!

[@drivestowork]

Absolutely fascinating to see this! I've been to Tsubame, Niigata. A lifetime ago I was an exchange student in the next town up the road.

[@orlando1a1]

The simplicity of the finished pot belies the sophistication and artistry of the maker. Exquisite and delicate work.

[@clark57225]

Who said anything about "pot bellies"? I can do this work, but it's too difficult to sit on a floor mat because of my pot belly.

[@orlando1a1]

Please read what I have written more carefully as I think you misread my comment - and kindly, do not accuse me of making personal remarks.

[@clark57225]

@@orlando1a1 Lighten up, Orlando, it was just a joke. My brand of humor tends to be self-effacing to make way for others to extol their virtues.

[@sugizotakuro]

she's cute! like what she's doing. for me it is an art to protect. good job!

[@michelvillarias]

Impressive craftsmanship! It is my dream to go in Tsubame and buy myself rare crafts especially tsubame kalita copper kettle

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

glad you liked it!

[@RamborServices]

I was at the 8 minute mark before I realized there was no more English in use. I watched the rest then went to back find where the English stopped, 2 minutes. I just enjoy watching someone working their craft.

[@vegieveganic7963]

Her work was awesome 👏 and beautiful as herself 💗 thank you 🙏 Japón 🇯🇵

[@shaunthorton7090]

👏 👁

[@jamesmchugh2227]

So beautiful, the skill and craftsmanship

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

Thanks

[@GottliebGoltz]

I used to refine copper for the Anaconda Copper Company in Anaconda, Montana. This is outstanding.!

[@hdwoodshop]

Beautiful work. And traditional techniques. Great to see a young person continuing the craft. Still my thought was please protect your vision with eye protection.

[@syarifulalam]

Hebat. Saya suka kerajinan. Saya sudah berkunjung. Kutunggu yaa

[@nigelcarren]

I make miniature fully-articulated steel armour exactly the same way, and I can say without question that my Japanese clients appreciate the handmade nature of my craft over and above all others. They prefer to see the evidence of nine months of raising, forging and planishing, especially the file-marks, they give me STRICT instructions to leave these in key places, because that is my story, and each one just like a snowflake is totally different than the last. These marks are signatures, each proof this was made by hand... MY hand. BRAVO, this was a joy to watch, it actually brought a tear my eyes as I know what that real toil feels like. DEATH to 3D printers!! 😂🏆

[@michaelbyrd2043]

Such loyalty to tradition is humbling

[@erikandreassen6531]

Love watching this. All craftsmen are hands on, I do the same but not up to some quality. Jealous no the rest of us do the best we can, after all how can you get better without someone to show you how. That's how we learn and in some cases tradition handed down from one artist to an apprentice. Awesomeness. Most do not realise we build on those that have gone beyond. Skills should not be lost or they will disappear

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

Well said!!!

[@zmai7772]

Japan treasures traditions of the craftsmanship , to become a mastery that make masterpiece that last for centuries. given them great respect.

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

Thank you very much!

[@gunterschone8402]

Nice video. The woman did a very nice job. Such videos can be longer. :-)

[@kevinpuent2584]

Wow. True "CRAFTSMANSHIP". 👍

[@iahelcathartesaura3887]

These items are so beautiful & ideal, it makes me cry. ❤️💕

[@helenaquinn7480]

I cant stop crying and cutting myself, its just so beautiful

[@gregjones3660]

I cried and then died. It was a rough time. I'm good now though

[@SopwithTheCamel]

Outstanding

[@blogusvox]

@4:04 Japanese are so organized. They even mark their socks Left and Right. :)

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

WOW, you are observant!

[@boomerhgt]

Love watching crafts people working fascinating

[@tonygombas491]

The good thing about this is in Japan they recognize craftsmanship where as here in the west like the US / Canada do not customers would say oh my that a lot of money I could buy the same at Wal-mart for a quarter price and there you go , no support for hand made

[@sourceresearch9092]

Awesome..my family were copper smiths, generations of Norse metal men..

[@nunyabiznes4471]

This was a lovely video, and I deeply appreciate the skill of true artisans! ❤️❤️❤️

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@judgesan9542]

Yet again stunning workmanship.

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

Thanks again!

[@なるなる-p6c]

こんな手間かかってたとは芸術品だ

[@unogazzy84]

Looks really good and a lot of work was put into it. I would've laid down some sand paper on a flat surface and thenm slide the opening on the bowl/cup back and forth until there's no bumps left.

[@sandramara3766]

Woodworking Enthusiasts great for family is beauty a art and quality of peace .

[@naturemurali7331]

Save food save water save power save fuel save paper save trees save ozone save nature save life save Earth stop pollution

[@ricardoortizcampos1650]

真の芸術作品、それらの職人に対する私の敬意。

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

どうも

[@rockyriddell8671]

I am in awe! Respect!

[@exterMEnator83]

You can do this with your mind and Imagination and therefore you can mold into anything even if it's as hard as copper but the brain will transform into anything

[@Astronopolis]

But, I don't want my brain to be a teapot

[@PamirTea]

Wow, that's a lot of work for a single piece.

[@martindegraaf6718]

hi i love copper you do🔨

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

glad you liked it

[@marcsenteney3160]

Beautiful work well done!

[@atjthe2nd]

A beauty makes beauty.

[@victorburgosfernandez1334]

congratulations ,that's soo nice !

[@이옥수-v2w]

👍👍👍

[@MrBones-yc1jg]

Some beautiful artwork

[@dalevandenheuvel3927]

Unbelievable work

[@Waldemarvonanhalt]

Anyone who found this interesting should check out the artisans of the North Caucasus who cold hammer large water jugs out of single sheets of copper. The vessels are called gugon.

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

WOW very interesting, Thank you for telling me!!

[@losbenfishing9165]

Japan has a very extraordinary hereditary tradition. In all fields. So that all the products produced by this country have very good quality

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

Thank you!

[@jckirby7994]

Love 💘this... I love love love the Japanese people

[@AmbiguousAdventurer]

It's honestly pretty similar to forming sheet metal, people just now use improved tools like English wheels and air hammers to make custom motorcycle gas tank and fenders.

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

Good Point!!!

[@billlumburg7594]

Very Beautiful

[@abdulmulkipurnama5896]

the most advance in technology, also the most traditional in craftmanship.

[@Mdydaf55]

Amazing

[@charlieb1613]

As with many of us English speaking people, I wish a translation script would have been incorporated into the video. However it was interesting to see the work being done.

[@gabrielbarile73]

Jesus christ those backs will end complete destroyed! By the way beatiful craftmanship

[@scc-fw7gv]

yep, she have skill !! respect!

[@toolzshed]

Wow beautiful 😮

[@panamamark149]

you guy's are Awesome!

[@gregjones3660]

And her life's work is complete. With the other three tea kettles being created by one of each of three persons going back three generations...

[@billhillyer334]

I love making things with my hands when passion is involved time flys when making such things cuz the Hart's contentness stops time .. it gos without knowing where but when done the love of fabricating such wonderful vessels folks think how wonderful an so your Hart is filled with joy after doing something you love doing thanks for sharing

[@azlanameer4912]

me too thought same!

[@devilishtrouble]

I call the loss of time: being in the zone. Time to me doesn’t matter when doing something I love.

[@naybobdenod]

Well said Bill, your comment was a pleasure to read. Greetings from the UK John.

[@anonymousnativeamerican7755]

Awesome god bless them

[@SevenDeMagnus]

Cool

[@ScreamingReel500]

In 100 years it will worth a billion when no one produce the art this way....

[@jameshutchins3396]

Beautiful

[@epikoperfectnoob6408]

I can only hope that kids have chance to do what they want to do.

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

you're a great dad

[@seeingdragons4319]

God that stuff is neat ....

[@RetrixUniverse]

She looks so Young. Wow

[@Heavens-Humanaterian-Army]

Guy if you have a lot of money and want to buy the best hand made post and pans in the world check out soy pots there made in Istanbul Turkey there copper and the most expensive are made from pure silver...there like usable artwork just divine...as are these beautiful peicess.

[@MaxAveris]

And people complain about them being expensive, if only.people knew how much work goes into each piece, made with passion and hard work. I do it wish I had the money to buy more

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

Thank you very much!

[@vlastimilkrooner4612]

Je to velice krásná práce a zdlouhavá. Asi bych nevydržel poslouchat ten monotónní zvuk kladiva.

[@alexispobleteruiz3706]

Hermoso arte.

[@pasqualguigano6315]

The Revere Copper of Japan

[@isaialeuila9327]

Why do the Japanese people have family businesses spanning over hundreds of years?! The culture and tradition is well preserved whether its to do with food or construction. I find it amazing!!!

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

Well Thank you very much, just as we respect the previous generations

[@AMR_k400]

Well when u are isolated in an island with a homogeneous population this kinda stuff happens

[@exterMEnator83]

The hair over the ears are the ear plugs for noise

[@jochendenetitepa2772]

Un bonito trabajo de artesanía y muy interesante

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

Thank you

[@ger13nunyah56]

Living treasure, KAWAII

[@poorman3134]

India craftsmen use lathe (turning machine) could finish these pots in their simple cottage industry workshop in one hour.

[@Pushyhog]

i can do that. Well, after bout 10 years:) Iam gonna haf ta get some tea and lay down a minute and take a nap.

[@nigel900]

I’m gunna call you “Ima Gunna”.

[@nopriors]

Bravo! I would love to know the formula for the patina.

[@markbrandon7756]

WOW what talent and beauty , really something to watch and see.

[@ivanleterror9158]

We made ash trays in summer camp years ago doing a much rougher version of this. It was hand hammered copper into wooden molds. And the raised pictures where you filled in the back with Plaster of Paris. But nothing close to this.

[@虎三條-x2v]

這眼神，專注！

[@kramler]

Facinating. Couldn't figure out how to get subs on, so i'll have to watch it again some time

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kramler]

@@WoodworkingEnthusiasts I thought about trying that for a few years now,

[@vladimirkovacevic1656]

shes awesome

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

Thanks

[@Anna_Svas_Tone]

I wondering why they don’t use polishing machine? Great job!

[@АлександрЧерноусов-д3з]

Вы просто волшебники. А чем кроете медь в тёмный цвет?

[@handrias001]

Interesting video !

[@andrewvitale2700]

What a nice art! Would love to try this but thay dont offer this in prison.

[@joebovovitch7803]

Japanese have more patience than any other

[@WoodworkingEnthusiasts]

Thanks