Enter a specialist Kyoto foundry with more than 200 years of history crafting orin and other Buddhist sound instruments. Observe the complete process on the day: traditional sand-mold casting with sahari alloy, precise wheel-finishing, and the final tuning that shapes each orin’s clear, resonant tone.
Detailed explanations reveal how casting, carving, and tuning work together. Each booking includes one LinNe Chibi—a compact orin made with the same material and production principles—as a keepsake for meditation or quiet reflection.
Orin Bell Foundry Tour with LinNe Chibi
Process
CastingObserve the traditional sand-mold casting process with sahari alloy and detailed explanations.
Wheel-FinishingSee the cast orin precisely carved and finished on a wheel to develop its clear tone.
- Tuning
Observe the final adjustments that refine the resonance and character of the orin.
| Venue | A studio in the Uji areaThe exact address will be provided when your reservation is confirmed. |
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| Duration | 4 hours |
| Interpretation | Included |
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Application
Your group
Experience64,000 JPY / group
Number of ParticipantsInterpretation is included in the experience fee.
Preferred dates and message
This experience will be arranged based on your request. Please let us know your preferred dates. Questions or special requests are welcome here as well.
We will respond via email, usually within 24 hours.