The Ipu is a type of gourd that was brought from the Polynesian homeland as a traditional plant. The Ipuheke, a percussion instrument made from the Ipu, plays an important role in Hawaiian hula dancing and is indispensable for the classical hula dance known as Hula Kahiko.

We have prepared a program where you can learn how to create patterns on the surface of this traditional Hawaiian craft, "Ipu ole."

The lecturer will be Michael Harburg, an Ipu artist who owns the Ipu Hale Gallery and has exhibited and sold his work in numerous art galleries in the Hawaiian Islands. The two-day program will cover how the gourds grown from seeds at Banyan Bridge have become Ipu
You will learn how to transform the ole into a piece of Ipu and how to apply patterns to it with your own hands. Why not take this rare opportunity to experience the art of Ipu and experience the traditional crafts of Hawaii?

During your two-day nature program, you will have free time to explore the grounds of Banyan Bridge.

You can also enjoy fresh juice made from fruits grown in Hawaii and snacks made from macadamia nuts harvested within Banyan Bridge. Please experience this special program that will heal your mind and body.

[Notes]

・Due to process constraints, we will make the final adjustments (dyeing, drying, etc.) here.

The completed work will be delivered individually to your home.

About the Program

＜Contents＞

Making the traditional Hawaiian craft "Ipu ole"

 

＜Overview＞

schedule:

Friday, June 23, 2023 to Saturday, June 24, 2023

Friday, September 22, 2023 - Saturday, September 23, 2023

place:

byDECO Banyan Bridge

Estimated time:

Day 1: 9:30-15:30

Day 2: 9:30-15:30

Cost to participate:
160,000 yen

＜What's Included＞

・2-day course fee Language: English (Japanese interpretation available)

・Final adjustment work fee (dyeing, drying, etc.)

・Material costs

・Shipping fee for the finished work from the local area

・Lunch during the course for two days

<Participation Restrictions>

・Children under 18 years of age.

Due to facility restrictions, wheelchair users cannot participate.

・Minimum number of participants is 8.

<Clothing and belongings>

Those who have applied to participate will be notified separately.

＜Other＞

Accommodation and transportation fees are not included. If you would like to make separate accommodation or transportation arrangements, please contact us at the time of booking.