Gold Medal for My Father – Sheet-metal Trade Version

A story of craftsmen, beginning with the question, “What is tin?”

A young sheet metal worker told me:
“Our work is often mistaken for car body repair.”

This picture book begins with that single sentence,
and unfolds into a story of tin and the craftsmen who worked with it.

What is tin?
How has it been used?
What ingenuity did people in the past employ?

With each turn of the page,children’s “why?” questions arise.

And adults,though rarely seen today,are reminded that the skills and passion of craftsmen truly breathe life into our daily lives.

Even if the material changes, even if the name changes,some things are passed down.

This picture book gently and warmly conveys that message.

After finishing it,you’ll surely want to look up at your gutters or roof and have a little conversation with your child.

This picture book delivers such wonderful moments.

After reading this book, it will add new depth to conversations between parents and children.

An English version has also been produced.

We created this book with the hope that people overseas will learn more about Japanese craftsmanship.

Please share it with others.