My name is Kanal Kato.
I'm a Traditional Craftsman & Artist,
weaving dreams in my workshop based in Toyooka City JP.

2013 - 2020 I worked as a Barista in Germany.

I learned about the importance of Japanese culture and history again during the stay.
I realized Japanese Traditional crafts are outstanding in the world.

In 2020 I was lucky enough to gain a full backup through as a Local Vitalization Cooperator, the intern system of the country. I spent few years under the old weavers guidance absorbing every bit of knowledge and experience. I thought it is necessary to construct new business models among Traditional crafts. In 2023 I started my own company.

 

My true passion and purpose is to make highly creative and timeless items using my skills and identities that I learnt from my parents, old weavers, and the experiences of seven years in Germany and many others. I love the challenges of working on bespoke commissions and bringing abstract ideas to life. I need to share and teach my skills and grow up the next generation of willow weavers, like passing a baton as my mentors did for me.