Taiwan Hinoki Museum, Timber heritage museum in West District, Chiayi City, Taiwan
Taiwan Hinoki Museum is a museum in Chiayi dedicated to timber heritage and woodworking, featuring Japanese cypress throughout its displays. Its exhibition halls contain traditional tools, furniture designs, and architectural elements that show how wood was used in construction and craft.
The building began as a timber factory and was later transformed into a museum and educational space. This change reflects how industrial sites are repurposed to preserve and share knowledge about traditional crafts.
Craftspeople work and teach visitors about traditional woodworking methods, showing how wood is selected and shaped for different purposes. Their daily practice keeps these skills alive and helps people understand the knowledge behind working with timber.
The museum welcomes visitors daily and provides tours and hands-on workshops for learning. You can spend time exploring the different sections at your own pace and joining activities to understand woodworking techniques directly.
Visitors can experience the natural scent of hinoki wood through special display areas designed for this sensory experience. This allows people to connect with the material in a more complete way beyond just viewing it.
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