”Dora” of the tea ceremony worldPeople may be surprised to hear that a ”dora”or gong is used for tea ceremonies. It is rung loudly before the guests enter the tearoom. |
Vibration of the low clear toneBoth physical strength and delicate skills are necessary to create the vibrant sound of the ”dora”. This is what we were told by Iraku Uozumi who is a designated Important Intangible Cultural Asset holder. |
Making a ”dora”The inside of the casting is hammered to increase the molecule density and then a design is carved on the surface. Nakata tried carving the surface. When the metal-colored surface is shaved using a filing rod, a silver color appeared from underneath. Nakata was taught that the filing process is done by carving fine grid designs. ”I think I might be better off practicing striking the gong instead.” Nakata commented at the end. |
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- Dora Artist, Iraku Uozumi
- Kanazawa, Ishikawa