Torii shrine plaque (text, walnut-framed metal parts) water jet cutting

With our extensive experience and proven track record in water jet cutting, we accept requests for prototype and verification cutting of difficult-to-process materials such as metals, plastics, and composites.

The torii gate at the shrine is adorned with a plaque that typically displays the name of the shrine and the deity enshrined there. This plaque, known as the torii kami-gaku, is usually made of wood and features intricate carvings or assembly work. It is also referred to as torii-gaku or hen-gaku. In recent years, many have been remade in metal (aluminum) while maintaining the traditional design and ensuring strong support. Our company has also undertaken part of this production. The torii kami-gaku is cut using water jet technology. The famous cherry blossom spot, "Hirano Shrine" in Kyoto, features a torii kami-gaku cut from A5052 aluminum with the characters "Hirano Kōtaijin" measuring 15mm x 550mm x 1810mm. The surrounding frame measures 10mm x 1085mm x 2215mm. After the water jet cutting, the gold-colored parts of the surface are finished not with paint but with gold leaf at the request of the client, and the receiving brackets are also beautifully finished with excellent craftsmanship.

aluminum