Daxi in Northern Taiwan Unites To Preserve Its Heritage in Woodcraft

Reporter/Provider - Joseph Wu/Ai Chi
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Taoyuan’s Daxi, once a hub of woodworking, now faces a declining industry due to logging bans, aging artisans, and overseas production. But local residents and artisans are uniting to preserve the town’s cultural heritage, turning everyday craftsmanship into museum exhibits. Community collaboration and cross-generational efforts keep Daxi’s woodworking traditions alive.