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A tour to see many beckoning cat dolls and make my cups with glass
At the art museum where lucky cat dolls are gaining popularity as Lucky Cat
We will visit unique dolls etc from old dolls.
I am sure that you will acquire lucky cats' fortune.
Also at the Baltro Studio
Glass art technique such as blown glass technique, burner technique etc.
Even beginners will instruct you to make nice works.
The finished work, the best memories and souvenirs in Japan
Become. Also, handmade by yourself as a souvenir for important people
Things are very valuable souvenirs.
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Decorate Unique Metal Pieces Using the Traditional Owari Cloisonné Technique
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Discover the fascinating world of Owari Shippo (Cloisonné), the world's unique technique for decorating metal art pieces. Choose from our repertory the piece you would like to decorate and spark your creativity by using shinning glaze with vivid and deep colors. At the end of this experience, you will be able to take home your unique Owari Shippo masterpiece.
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・Learn how to decorate metal pieces with the world's unique enameling technique, Owari Shippo, called “The Seven Treasures”
・Create fascinating art pieces using vivid and deep colored metals.
・Be astonished by the amazing changes in colors after baking your art pieces.
・Visit the exhibition of unique handcrafted pieces made with the ancient technique of Owari Shippo.
・Learn first-hand how experts in Owari Shippo make their artistic creations.
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Premium Pottery Making Near Inuyama Castle
Inuyama pottery is characterized by its colorful paintings such as the Korin-style cherry blossoms and maple leaves and splendid red paintings. The production of Inuyama pottery is said to have begun in the middle of the 18th century. At this potter family studio, which has been operated since the mid-19th century, you can experience the charm of Inuyama pottery through this experience. In addition, the only remaining climbing kiln in Inuyama can be visited on the property.
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Learn How to Make Obara Washi paper and Handmade Paper Crafts
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Experience making Obara Washi paper, a traditional handmade Japanese paper originated in the peaceful and full of nature region of Obara.
First, you will discover the fascinating history of Obara Washi, a strong and versatile handcrafted paper produce since the 15th century. Also, you will enjoy a visit to our Obara Washi Paper showcase. Afterwards, you will learn how to use the vegetable fibers extracted from kozo to make your very own paper as well as how to decorate it.
【HIGHLIGHTS】
Learn how to make Obara Washi paper and make your own handmade paper craft
Let your imagination run wild and create unique paper crafts using paper you made yourself
Get inspired by the genuine colors and patterns used in Japanese traditional papers
Be delighted by the fascinating history and its charms of Obara’s region
Take a visit to our marvelous Obara Washi paper exhibition
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[Dyeing experience] Indigo dyeing course (sukumo fermentation) 60 minutes
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Why do not you make your own indigo dye items with vortex -uzu- in Nishio City, Aichi Prefecture? ?
Adhering to the Japanese life since ancient times,
A method of indigo dyeing by fermentation that has been told about various effects.
This course is recommended for those who want to stick to it anyway !!
We also have a lot of materials from local Aichi Prefecture.
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Nagoya / Aichi Half-day Private Custom Tour with National Licensed Guide
With a National Licensed and Experienced English speaking guide, this tour will allow you to explore Nagoya / Aichi more efficiently in one day. Enjoy a full-day walking tour in Fukuoka accompanied by an experienced guide who shares the modern and traditional sides of the dynamic Japanese ancient city.
Begin your day with a morning pickup from your hotel in Nagoya or anywhere else, then visit Nagoya's famous sites including Nagoya Castle, The Atsuta Shrine, The Museum Meiji-mura and Nagoya gourmet and anywhere else as you like. Go in depth with a private guide who customizes your 4 hour tour to your interests.
Please let us know what would you like to experience and what time would you like to join the tour and where you stay. We would customize the tour based on your requests!
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$101.67
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$101.67
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Nagoya / Aichi Full-day Private Custom Tour with National Licensed Guide
With a National Licensed and Experienced English speaking guide, this tour will allow you to explore Nagoya / Aichi more efficiently in one day. Enjoy a full-day walking tour in Fukuoka accompanied by an experienced guide who shares the modern and traditional sides of the dynamic Japanese ancient city.
Begin your day with a morning pickup from your hotel in Nagoya or anywhere else, then visit Nagoya's famous sites including Nagoya Castle, The Atsuta Shrine, The Museum Meiji-mura and Nagoya gourmet and anywhere else as you like. Go in depth with a private guide who customizes your 6 hour tour to your interests.
Please let us know what would you like to experience and what time would you like to join the tour and where you stay. We would customize the tour based on your requests!
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$127.09
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Private Tour - Must visit spots in Nagoya, see all spots in one day!
Visit all famous spots in Nagoya in one day! The world-famous TOYOTA originated here. See the spirit of manufacturing in a large museum, as a large factory/exhibition.
Visit Japan's largest castle, Nagoya Castle. It is famous for its gold whales. Look at the luxurious Japanese style room shining with gold objects from the time. For lunch, choose your favorite dish from Nagoya's specialties.
Take a walk in the elaborate Japanese garden, feel the four seasons of Japan. Take photos in an elegant castle-like building.
Finally visit several ways to enjoy Nagoya, visit temples, eating, shopping and game centers. Purchase a one-day bus ticket, your guide will show you around the whole day!
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$116.92
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Private Tour - Welcome to the City of "Manekineko" in Tokoname!
If you are using Chubu Centrair International Airport and wondering what to do for a few hours, consider taking this tour!
You will walk around Tokoname city known for pottery, which is 5 minutes away from the airport.
Tokoname's pottery has a history of more than 1000 years. The city is also famous for "Manekineko", a gesturing cat figure which is thought to bring prosperity to businesses. Many of those you see across Japan are made in Tokoname where there is a wide variety of themed figures. Imagine walking in a small city full of "Manekineko" and you will feel excited!
This tour highlighting pottery will introduce you to handmade crafts, and even let you make your own!
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Private Tour - See the National Treasure Inuyama Castle! Explore history!
In the past there were over 25,000 castles in Japan. Today there are 12 castles, 5 which are national treasures. In this plan visit National Treasure Inuyama Castle and its castle town, 30 minutes from Nagoya. A river flows behind the castle, and it appearance over a small hill attracts fans from across Japan. The castle's presence today remians from the fiere battlefield during the Warring State period, and attacks by generals.
The highlight is not only Inuyama Castle. The highway that prospered as a castle town still remains. You can discover houses and festival atmospheres at the museum and see many other things. Let's discover the Warring State Period and Inuyama Castle.
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Private Tour - How to enjoy Korankei all year round! Nature & Craftsmanship
"Take a train and bus from Nagoya to Asuke. Deep in the mountains, Asuke is famous for its autumn leaves, Korankei. It is a popular spot in November during Korankei, but a spot enjoyable all year round.
Walk around the old town along the beautiful river, you will see many old-fashioned buildings. There are no tourists to be seen around, why don't you keep this city a secret to yourself?
The highlight is Asuke Yashiki, explore and experience craftsmanship here. In a time with no electricity, people's lives were full with wisdom. Discover the craftsmanship from this era. Choose your favorite craft to explore, bamboo basket making, painting or weaving. Let's make an unique sovenir for yourself!"
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Private Tour - Let's take cool photos on the island of art,"Sakushima"!
A one day trip from Nagayo to the photogenic island of Sakushima. Here you can enjoy the beautiful mountain and seas. An island revitalized by works of art where many tourists come to take photos.
This artwork is not just for glancing at, you can also become part of the artwork. This place is catchy for women who want photogenic photos, as well as men who enjoy photo taking.
You can also enjoy the islands seasonal specialities and swim in the summer.
Let's have a relaxing time on a natural island where there are no traffic lights nor convenience stores.
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Private Tour - Experience "setomono" of Seto, pottery representing Japan
Japanese ceramics is popular all over the world. Seto is an area representative of ceramics, a tourist area not even the Japanese know!
First visit a museum to learn and experience setoyaki. Here we set foot into Seto olden times where setoyaki flourished.
Don't miss the beautiful wall made in the kiln, a great photo opportunity! Explore a large kiln used in the past, choose your favorite cup to drink coffee and other activities only possible in Seto. You can also make and design your own unique plates.
We will take you on a journey to discover Japanese ceramics, an unique experience only possible in Seto.
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Private Tour - Visit the Origination of the Japanese Knife & Buy Cutlery!
1.5 hours by bus from Nagoya, it is Sekisihi that provides famous Japanese cutlery. It is also called 1 of the world's 3 generations of cutlery production areas.
During the war, many swords were made here. Today, this technique is used and accepted all over the world as a blade that "does not break, bends and cuts well." Although Japanese swords cannot be bought easily, they are highly regarded as works of art from their elaborate craftsmanship. In Seki, you can learn about the Japanese swords, see their beauty, know and learn about them.
The best part of the tour is that you can purchase a kitchen knife that suits your needs. If there is a craftsman, you may be able to see a knife sharpening!
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Private Tour - Walk around Nagoya! Tour the Western & Japanese style area.
A tour around luxurious and majestic buildings built in Meiji and Taisho eras, a plan that architecture lovers can enjoy! The magnificent castle-like buildings are secretly popular with the locals as photo spots and are also used assets for various dramas and movies.
Enjoy both Western and Japanese style architecture on this tour. There is also a place where both styles are mixed in a room, enjoy the unique beauty of Japanese architecture only to be seen here.
This is recommended for anyone interested in architecture, Japanese culture, and photography! It's a shame tourist miss this spot when Nagoya Castle is close by. Want to stroll around Nagoya's local town? Take a tour with otomo!
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Private Tour - Visit Atsuta Jingu and Japan's largest castle, Nagoyajo!
Nagoya Castle is a popular site, but for history lovers, we also recommend Atsuta Jingu. About 5 mins by train from Nagoya station, Atsuta Jingu is located in a vast precinct away from the city. Its history goes back to 1900 years. It is a historical Jingu made from Japanese myth and legend of the Emperor's family. Next is Nagoya Castle of the Owari Tokugawa family with over 400 years of history and the Tokugawa Art Museum. See the gorgeous interiors, national treasures, and important cultural assets.
It is necessary to travel by bus and train, so you should be with a guide! Whether it's your first visit to Japan or not, it is a highly recommended plan with Japanese history and culture.
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From Nagoya: Gujo Hachiman & Shirakawago 1-Day Tour with Lunch
Due to the mountainous nature of Japan's central region, getting around by train is difficult and time-consuming, but by joining this bus tour you can visit both Gujo and Shirakawago in a single day, departing from Nagoya !
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UNESCO Tour to Shiragawago & Takayama - from Nagoya
On this tour you'll be transported by coach from Nagoya to see UNESCO world heritage village of Shirakawago and stroll through the historical town of Takayama.
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Art of Buddhist Statue Painting Workshop with Seto Street Tour
Aichi Prefecture has the largest number of temples and shrines in Japan. Would you like to feel the splendor of genuine artisanship in Aichi Prefecture? In this workshop, you can learn about history, culture, and the spirituality of Buddhism by enjoying handicraft.
HIGHLIGHTS
The workshop, where many religious works under restoration are placed, is an impressive space where you can feel the greatness of artisanship.
We will also introduce the charm of the local shopping district and town, so you can fully enjoy Seto before and after the experience.
Why don't you learn directly from the restoration artisan of Buddhist art and make your own accessory case?
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Small-Group Buddhist Altar Metalwork Workshop in Nagoya
Aichi Prefecture has the largest number of temples and shrines in Japan. Would you like to feel the splendor of genuine artisanship in Aichi Prefecture? In this workshop, you can learn about the history, culture, and spirituality of Buddhism by enjoying handicrafts.
・Aichi Prefecture is the area with the most temples and shrines in Japan. Let's learn the history of Aichi's traditional crafts and Buddhist implements.
・The artisan will explain the history of Buddhist altars while looking at the ones actually used in the temple.
・You can make products that you can easily feel in your daily life by using traditional techniques.
・Why don't you feel the spirituality of Buddhism through handicrafts?
・There is no doubt that it will be a great memory of your visit to Aichi.
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Inuyama Essentials Festival floats, Kimono, Mechanical Doll Performance & Castle
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The origins of Aichi region's knowledge in automotive and aircraft industries can be found here in the emblematic streets of Inuyama, where mechanical dolls are still handcrafted by the last Karakuri master of Japan. Have the chance to meet the master in person and enjoy exceptional performance. Wear a traditional kimono to relish the moment at its fullest! Accompanied by our local guide, immerse yourself in the captivating charm of Inuyama, its gorgeous festival floats and the breathtaking view from the ancient castle overlooking the Kiso river.
【HIGHLIGHTS】
・Fall in love with Inuyama's scenic streets while wearing a gorgeous kimono.
・Meet the very last karakuri doll master, Mr. Tamaya Shobei the 9th.
・Learn about the ancient mechanics that inspired some of Japan's most advanced robotic technologies.
・Witness breathtaking views from the top of Inuyama Castle.
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Visit an Ancient Miso Warehouse and Have a Unique Miso Tasting
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Hatcho Miso is a type of soybean miso with a distinctive strong flavor originated in Hatcho, Okazaki (Aichi Prefecture).
In the Edo period, two miso warehouses were built in the village of Hatcho (currently in Hatcho Town, Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture) about 870 meters west of Okazaki Castle, the place where Ieyasu Tokugawa was born. For this reason, this type of soybean miso began to be called “Hatcho Miso”.
【HIGHLIGHTS】
・Visit a 400-years-old miso warehouse and discover the fascinating history of the production of Hatcho miso (dark red miso) in Okazaki
・Learn the key to the deliciousness of Hatcho miso, which has been used at a 2-star Michelin restaurant in Paris
・Get familiar with the richness of miso flavors through our exceptional miso tasting.
・Take the opportunity to purchase unique souvenirs made with miso straight out of our miso warehouse
・Enjoy an optional lunch when visiting us in the morning (optional)
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Tokoname Walking Tour and Visiting Pottery Studio
【OUTLINE】
In this tour we will visit the most emblematic places of Tokoname and learn about its fascinating history by the hand of your local guide.
We will take a walk through unique pottery footpaths where you will get a feel for the town's love of Manekineko (Fortune cat) by going to places such as the Manekineko street and Tokoname’s picturesque pottery galleries. At the end of this tour you can also visit pottery studio to learn about history of Tokoname pottery.
【HIGHLIGHTS】
Take a wonderful tour around the historic streets and places of Tokoname
Learn everything about traditional pottery of Tokoname
Enjoy a tour through the Manekineko Street and see its 39 adorable statues made by pottery artists
Visit pottery studio, and learn about pottery while watching professional working
Be amused by Tokoname’s picturesque streets and get the feel of Tokoname's ceramics heritage
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Experience Nagoya Yuzen Dyeing
【Outline】
You will learn the traditional Nagoya’s Yuzen dyeing technique used in the decoration of traditional silk kimono. You can choose your favorite pattern and color and dye a beautiful scarf.
【Highlights】
-Get inspired by the highly colorful designs and get the feel for this Japanese art form
-Make your beautiful masterpiece with professional craftman.
-Choose your favorite pattern and color to make your original masterpiece.
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