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Pottery, music, and the outdoors. Create art yourself rather than looking at it!

陶芸も、音楽も、アウトドアも。アートは観るより自分で創る!

Visit, see and feel the world of art
File.18 Fujino Art House
Miyuki Inoue (Magcal Editorial Department)

The former Fujino Town (currently Midori Ward, Sagamihara City), located in the northwest corner of Kanagawa Prefecture, is said to be the place where artists such as Tsuguharu Fujita and Setsuko Migishi lived during the Pacific War and discussed the idea of a ``great art city.'' The ``Fujino Art House,'' which we visited this time, was created based on the ``Fujino Hometown Art Village Concept'' that was born out of this connection.

It's a little difficult to explain this in one word.
First of all, the building is fully equipped with facilities such as a workshop and music studio where you can experience various arts, and accommodation facilities are also available. You can enjoy barbecues and camping in the nature-rich outdoor space. In other words, it is an art space where you can enjoy doing whatever you want to the fullest, living up to its catchphrase, ``Do what you like, as much as you like.''

It is built on a hilly area near Lake Sagami, so when you enter the entrance, you are on the third floor. The lobby has wooden block floors and is a comfortable space with plenty of natural light.

The passageway leading to the music studio is also called the ``Sound Promenade.'' If you want to know why, please take a walk here. It's sure to make you feel excited and artistic.
By the way, the wall is designed as a gallery space that can be used casually. No usage fee for up to 2 weeks!

There are three music studios in total. Equipped with equipment such as a grand piano, drum set, and mixer (some require a fee), it can be used for a wide range of purposes, from choir, chamber music, and band practice to dance practice and recording.

This is the "sound closet" in front of the music studio. I thought the design that made use of the texture of the wood was wonderful, and when I opened the drawers, I realized that each drawer had a mechanism that made various sounds.
This is also a fun piece of art to experience.

The Creation Hall is a creative space that can be used for multiple purposes, from piano recitals to contemporary dance stages. The 225 seats are movable, and the stage and seats can be retracted to create a flat space that can also be used as a martial arts practice area.

There are three workshops on the first floor: ``Wooden Workshop,'' ``Clay Workshop,'' and ``Freedom Workshop.'' You don't need to make a reservation for any of them, so you can feel free to use them anytime.
Limited-time programs and workshops will also be planned, so check the website for details!

First, let's introduce the "wood workshop." There are power tools such as drill presses and scroll saws, hand tools such as saws, and glue sticks, so both adults and children can try their hand at creating art.
*Glue free crafts from 800 yen, wood crafts from 1,000 yen

A wide variety of materials are available, including wood in various shapes, natural materials such as pine cones, ribbons, beads, and metal wire. You can feel the staff's desire for people to try their hand at creating works of art by combining various materials.
You are free to create whatever you want, but it's surprisingly difficult to say "anything goes." In case you are unsure, there are various samples available, including cars, sailing ships, and dollhouses. We also have reliable instructors on hand, so feel free to ask for advice.

This is the "earthen workshop". The pottery experience, where you can create whatever you want with the feel of playing with clay, is very popular with both adults and children. Once you have created your favorite shape, such as a plate, cup, or unique object, leave the drying, unglazing, glazing, and final firing to the workshop. You can come and pick up the finished product, or you can have it delivered (cash on delivery), so you don't have to worry.
*Hand-making 1,000 yen, painting 1,200 yen, deco art accessories 800 yen

This is the machine at "Jiyu Kobo". You can create original cups and other items by using ``sandblasting'', which involves blowing sand and carving out patterns.
*Sandblasting 800 yen~

Finally, I looked up at the accommodation building from the spacious outdoor space. The 17 rooms can accommodate up to 100 people, so the needs of users are diverse, from family trips to club training camps. You can see the lush greenery of Fujino from the window of the room, so it's also recommended when you want to relax.
There are many deciduous trees in the surrounding mountains, so in the fall we would be able to see beautiful autumn leaves...As I was thinking about this, I started to think that this space full of nature is a work of art.

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