The "JAPAN WOOD x CRAFTSMANSHIP" pavilion, organized by Gurunavi, Inc., centers on the preservation of Odate Magewappa, a technique dating back 1,000 years. Shibata will perform live demonstrations of "Mage-kakou," where cedar is softened in 80-degree water and shaped by hand, and "Kaba-toji," a distinctive stitching method using wild cherry bark. These sessions offer a rare glimpse into the precise, intuitive labor required to transform raw timber into functional, durable art.

Beyond the performance, the exhibition features over 40 curated Japanese wood products, ranging from furniture to modern tableware. These items emphasize the natural properties of wood—such as moisture regulation and antibacterial qualities—to offer sustainable alternatives for contemporary European interiors. The project, supported by Japan’s Forestry Agency, highlights the country’s long-standing circular forest management, where sustainable logging and replanting cycles underpin the production of carbon-storing goods. By showcasing these traditional skills alongside modern design, the pavilion positions Japanese craftsmanship as a practical solution for meeting current corporate ESG goals and advancing net-zero living.