Osaka Kirakuya's Pre-cut Carving Blanks

The Historical Background of Pre-cut Carving Blanks

Even when lumber of splendid quality is milled, there will be both superior and inferior portions. The superior parts can be delivered as products as they are, but the portions not suitable for the original purpose become difficult to utilize. Hence, lumber merchants have devised the concept of offering 'Pre-cut Carving Blanks'.

By altering the shape of parts that are difficult to use for their intended purpose, we can improve the yield. Furthermore, buyers benefit from not having to purchase unnecessary parts. This business model is viable in an era where goods are somewhat mobile, but the current market conditions and demands are different. It is becoming impossible to create products that meet customers' desires from parts that are difficult to use for their original purpose. (This is due to the global reality of depleting high-quality materials)

Osaka Kirakuya offers an assortment of the highest standard of quality products.

The reason is simple. It has long been said that 'beginners should use high-quality materials.' This is because low-quality materials are difficult to handle and require advanced techniques. On the other hand, the highest quality materials faithfully reflect the user's intentions. We believe it is our mission to provide high-quality products that are easy to handle for everyone, precisely because we do not know the skill level of those who order from us. We offer a wide range of products suitable for professionals to amateurs, so please choose according to your own skill level.

For the Enthusiasts of Sculpture

There are many individuals nationwide who are interested in carving. Among them, there are those who do not have a teacher or own machinery. We have often heard their concerns about the difficulty of obtaining their preferred materials, even as they learn through videos. We believe it is necessary to provide pre-cut carving blanks in a new way so that these individuals can fully enjoy the allure of carving.

The Benefits of Osaka Kirakuya's Pre-cut Carving Blanks

• Even amateurs can experience the highest quality materials and purchase products for professionals at a great value.
• We provide an environment where you can enjoy carving comfortably, even without specialized machinery.
• By utilizing Osaka Kirakuya's extensive inventory and the efficient use of offcuts, waste is minimized, ultimately reducing costs.

Ordering Process for Pre-cut Carving Blanks (We only process Kiso Hinoki (Premium Japanese Cypress))

1. Before inquiring about the desired pre-cut carving blanks, please reconfirm the offerings on the Osaka Kirakuya online store. We also provide bases, various processed goods, and products suitable for amateurs. Additionally, we offer cutting options for minor size adjustments.
2. Should the item you desire be unavailable, please select a larger size product from the Osaka Kirakuya online store.
3. Please send us the product code, desired size, and quantity using the inquiry form. If necessary, please also send a hand-drawn diagram.
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4. Based on that, we will provide you with an estimate for the processing fee.
5. Please confirm your order.
6. Upon confirmation of payment, we will proceed with processing and dispatch your order.

• The processing fee per unit of actual working time ranges from 2,500 to 5,000 yen (including tax) per hour. The processing fee will vary depending on the frequency of processing.
• Of course, we will also send you the remaining processed materials. The leftover materials can also be reprocessed for a fee.
• Some processing may be impossible. Please inquire for details.

Pre-cut Carving Blanks Format

Please refer to the format of our pre-cut carving blanks for your reference. Should you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us.

Example 1. Pre-cut Carving Blanks

Example 2. Pedestal Pre-cut Carving Blanks

Example 3. Pre-cut Carving Blanks with Joints