Kueichow Bamboo Association

How do we know if this species existed here in the past? We can know through the mother tongue. Fuxing District in Taoyuan City is currently Taiwan's main production area for moso bamboo and is also a settlement of the Atayal people. From the Atayal language spoken by the elders, it is possible to determine which bamboos are invasive species and which are native to the area, because only bamboo species that have existed for a long time are present in the native language spoken by the people.

Taoyuan ・ Organization and Promotion

Guizhu Association

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The Kualitsau Association focuses on Atayal bamboo craftsmanship and local materials, connecting tribal culture, handicraft techniques, and everyday objects.

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The Gu Tu Association is based in Taoyuan and focuses on the preservation of the indigenous Tayal ethnic culture, bamboo crafts, and local materials. In the tribal life, bamboo not only serves as a material but also carries the tools of life, architecture, tools, and cultural memories. Through craftsmanship, teaching, and the development of works, the association has reorganized and shared the use of bamboo in the ethnic community’s culture. By extracting materials for production, each piece of work is connected to the local environment and life experiences. The Gu Tu Association has made bamboo crafts not only a preservation of technology but also a means of transmitting culture. Through contemporary design and hands-on practices, bamboo and the wisdom of the Tayal people’s life can be understood by more people.

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