[Handa City, Aichi] Exhibition 'The World of Bird Carving' featuring 200 life-like wood-carved birds
Handa City Museum in Aichi Prefecture will hold an exhibition titled 'The World of Bird Carving' from June 20 to August 30. The exhibition features approximately 200 wood-carved wild bird sculptures by artist Genji Inada, alongside live demonstrations and interactive bird observation events.
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This exhibition displays approximately 200 wild bird sculptures by Genji Inada, a resident of Handa City, created through trial and error amidst the rich nature of the Chita Peninsula. Visitors can get a close-up look at creatures that have become increasingly rare in recent years.
During the exhibition period, many participatory events suitable for summer research projects or family activities, such as a contest for illustrations of imaginary new bird species, will be held.
What is 'Bird Carving'?
Bird carving is an art form that expresses the figures of wild birds realistically through wood sculpture. These carved and painted handicrafts also serve as useful educational resources for understanding bird classification and ecology.
Exhibition Overview
Dates: June 20 (Sat) – August 30 (Sun), 2026
Location: Handa City Museum (4-209-1 Kirigaoka, Handa City)
Admission: Free
Related Events
● Bird Carving Demonstration
Genji Inada will demonstrate carving techniques while sharing stories about birds.
Date: June 27 (Sat)
① 10:30–11:30 [Elementary students and guardians]
② 14:00–15:00 [General public (junior high school students and above)]
Capacity: 30 people per session (first-come, first-served)
Registration starts: June 6 (Sat) 10:00~
Registration: https://logoform.jp/form/tY8C/1529075
● Meeting Real Birds at the Museum
Visitors can observe birds such as the scops owl (Aichi's prefectural bird), eagle owls, owls, and parrots up close and compare them with the wooden sculptures.
Date: July 19 (Sun) 13:00–16:00
Registration: Not required
● New Bird Species Illustration Contest
Participants can draw illustrations of original bird species and describe their features. This event encourages children's creativity and can be used for summer homework.
Categories: (1) Preschoolers, (2) Elementary students, (3) Junior high school students to adults
Awards: One Excellence Award and two Honorable Mentions per category
Application: Submit the required form at the museum reception.
★ Quiz rallies and craft workshops will also be held.
★ Museum visitors will receive a limited edition original postcard.
In addition, a special display featuring bird guidebooks will be held at the Handa City Library located in the same building.
During the exhibition period, many participatory events suitable for summer research projects or family activities, such as a contest for illustrations of imaginary new bird species, will be held.
What is 'Bird Carving'?
Bird carving is an art form that expresses the figures of wild birds realistically through wood sculpture. These carved and painted handicrafts also serve as useful educational resources for understanding bird classification and ecology.
Exhibition Overview
Dates: June 20 (Sat) – August 30 (Sun), 2026
Location: Handa City Museum (4-209-1 Kirigaoka, Handa City)
Admission: Free
Related Events
● Bird Carving Demonstration
Genji Inada will demonstrate carving techniques while sharing stories about birds.
Date: June 27 (Sat)
① 10:30–11:30 [Elementary students and guardians]
② 14:00–15:00 [General public (junior high school students and above)]
Capacity: 30 people per session (first-come, first-served)
Registration starts: June 6 (Sat) 10:00~
Registration: https://logoform.jp/form/tY8C/1529075
● Meeting Real Birds at the Museum
Visitors can observe birds such as the scops owl (Aichi's prefectural bird), eagle owls, owls, and parrots up close and compare them with the wooden sculptures.
Date: July 19 (Sun) 13:00–16:00
Registration: Not required
● New Bird Species Illustration Contest
Participants can draw illustrations of original bird species and describe their features. This event encourages children's creativity and can be used for summer homework.
Categories: (1) Preschoolers, (2) Elementary students, (3) Junior high school students to adults
Awards: One Excellence Award and two Honorable Mentions per category
Application: Submit the required form at the museum reception.
★ Quiz rallies and craft workshops will also be held.
★ Museum visitors will receive a limited edition original postcard.
In addition, a special display featuring bird guidebooks will be held at the Handa City Library located in the same building.
FAQ
半田市立博物館の企画展「バードカービングの世界」はいつ開催されますか？
令和8年6月20日(土)から8月30日(日)まで開催されます。
バードカービングとはどのような芸術ですか？
Bird(鳥)とCarving(彫刻)を組み合わせた言葉で、野鳥の姿を本物そっくりに木彫りで表現し、彩色する工芸芸術です。
企画展ではどのようなイベントがありますか？
稲田源次氏によるバードカービング実演、ホンモノの鳥の観察会、新種の鳥類イラストコンテスト、クイズラリー、工作体験などが予定されています。
企画展の入館料はいくらですか？
無料です。
稲田源次氏がバードカービングを始めたきっかけは何ですか？
2007年の定年退職を機に、自宅でできるモノづくりとして独学で学び始めました。