November 11, 2024                                                                                                                         Topograph of Si Surfaces

                                                                      Makyoh 2025
                                                  The 6th Makyoh (Magic Mirror) Conversazione
                                                                         August 29-31, 2025
                                                        Kindai University, Higashi-Osaka, Japan
                                             Organized by Kindai University and Makyoh Association,
                       affiliate: Japan Foundry Engineering Society, The Japan Society for Precision Engineering
                                                              Free and Open to the Public                                                                                                                                              
The 6th Makyoh Conversazione marks the first with extensive
international participation, offering a unique opportunity to connect
with fellow magic mirror scholars and enthusiasts of a Makyoh family
spread over the world in face to face .   
The event aims to foster a global co munity and provide a forum for
sharing recent research on makyō or magic mirrors. Topics will range
from scientific and cultural aspects to anecdotes and insights, all
accompanied by in-depth discussions.   
                                                                                                                                                     
Key highlights:
● Demonstration and Q&A of Makyō of Makyōs: the world’s largest and other unorthodox modern Makyōsvv
● Makyō (The Magic Mirror of Japan): Rare documentary film featuring the art of magic-mirror Master Hōryū Yamamoto, 
    Living National Treasure. The film shows the history and the entire processes of producing Makyō.
● Visits to historical makyō sites in Kyoto—you can witness the exceptional craftsmanship and technologies from 200 years
    ago, which remain unmatched even today.
    1.Yamamoto foundry: Japanese Makyō manufacturer
    2.Nyakuichi shrine: Guardian deity of the Yamamoto family
    3.Rakusei Baptist Church: Holder of a Hidden Christian magic mirror
 
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Makyō Oval shape (1.6mH)      KakureKirisitan  Makyō               Giant Wa Makyō (1mD)         Idiosyncratic Makyōs
 
Program (tentative)
Friday, August 29
     13.00-14.00  Welcome, opening remarks, and demonstration of makyō
     14.00-15.00  Film screening and demonstration of makyō processes 
     15.00-17.00  Oral and Poster Presentations with light refreshments
Saturday, August 30
     13.00-15.00  Oral Presentations
     15.00-17.00  Poster presentations and Q&A on any subject of interest
     17.00  Closing remarks

      After-Meeting Mixer (about ¥10,000/@ ) 
Sunday, August 31
     Extra-Curricular excursion (about ¥20,000/@ as transportation and admission fees, +Lunch)
     Note: the excursion is limited to 10 persons (foreigners priority) due to the limited capacity of visiting sites.
     TBA: Visits to Historical Makyō Sites in Kyoto

Networking: Connect with Makyoh-phile and Makyō Enthusiasts worldwide, fostering collaborations.
Ancient Japanese Experience: Immerse yourself in the cultural and artistic wonders of Kyoto, Kobe, Nara and Kumano Kodo, including Expo2025, Osaka, adding memorable experiences to your conference.

Call for Papers, Registration
We cordially invite submissions of papers on all aspects of the magic mirror, including theory, methodology, application in surface topography analysis, history, and any new findings.

Pre-registration is recommended.

Conversazione materials are only available to pre-registrants and the excursion is limited to 10 persons (foreigners priority on a first-registrant basis) due to the limited capacity of visiting sites.    

Important dates
      Abstract Due:                    April 18, 2025  be sent to kugimiya.1q3@hotmail.co.jp
      Acceptance Notification:  May 15, 2025

      Pre-Registration Due:       June 15, 2025   be sent to kugimiya.1q3@hotmail.co.jp
      Conversazione Dates:       August 29-31, 2025
Further instructions will be sent in later circulars.
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Please feel free to circulate this message among your friends and send us your opinions to make this Conversazione successful.
We would like to sending out circulars and looking forward to seeing you in Osaka, Japan!
 
Best regards,
The Conversazione Coordinating Team
Contact: Dr. Koichi Kugimiya, kugimiya.1q3@hotmail.co.jp