Activities and Tours in Fukui Prefecture
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Experience Private Washi Paper Mill Making in RyozoVisit the authentic washi making factory of RYOZO Yanase Paper Mill and get a deeper look into the world of washi making. The owners, Mr. and Ms. Yanase have years of experience and will give you knowledgeable instructions.
Guests will get to tour the washi factory where they make paper fit for commercials products such as packaging for Japanese sweets. It is a rare opportunity to see such a factory.
Afterwards with the instructions of Ms. Yanase, a traditional craftsman, guests will make a wash...
2 hours
Free Cancellation
$132.88View
Experience Tasting Fukui's Local Sake in a Lacquered GlassKubota Liquor Store is a long-established liquor store that was founded in 1914 (Taisho 3), and is the first place you should visit if you want to buy Fukui's local sake in Sabae. Here guests will get to taste locally made sakes in special lacquered glasses.
Guests can try junmai sake, daiginjo sake, or both depending on the plan. Glasses for junmai sake have a wide opening so that you can enjoy the full flavor of junmai sake, whereas glasses for daiginjo sake have a slightly narrower opening...
1 hour
Free Cancellation
$19.93View
Making of Echizen Lacquerware and Lacquering Tray Experience Kinkori Shikkiten is a lacquerware shop run by brothers in Kawada, the town of Echizen lacquerware. In this experience, you will receive direct instruction from Mr. Masataka Kinkori, a craftsman at Kinkori Shikkiten, and experience painting lacquer on a wooden tray. The tray, which can be used for serving meals or as a tray for snacks, will make your ordinary foods for appealing.
Guests will get to use the craftsman's tools for an authentic crafting experience. They will also get to learn about...
1 hour
Free Cancellation
$166.10View
Private Echizen Washi Paper Making Experience and Walking TourThe scenic rural Echizen area is famous for its rich history of traditional Japanese crafts. One of these crafts is washi, or traditional Japanese paper. Come get a rare hands on experience of visiting authentic washi factories and speaking with craftsmen. Guests also get to try their hand at making their very own washi paper. Also as part of the tour, guests get to visit beautiful Otaki Shrine which is dedicated to the god of paper.
3 hours
Free Cancellation
$166.10View
Personalize your Own Knife and Visit Knife Handle Making FactoryGuests will get to visit the workshops of Yamaken Woodworks and Yamamoto Uchihamono where they will get to view the work that goes into producing high quality knives.
Yamaken Woodworks is also a rare factory as is specializes in producing knife handles. Only a few factories still specialize in knife handles in Japan.
At Yamamoto Uchihamo, guests will see the high amount of labor that goes into smithing Echizen knives. The retro workshop has a special atmosphere that will make you feel as if you...
2 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
$398.63View
Private Echizen Knife Making Factory and walking Tour A rare opportunity to see authentic knife making factories in the heart of the scenic Echizen area. Guests will also get to speak with real knife making craftsmen who dedicate their lives to making the world renown Echizen knives. For Japanese knife lovers, this is the perfect tour.
For the tour, guests will get to check out amazing knife handles made at Yamaken Woodworks and then see how the blades are made at Ryuzen Hamono. Within the tour guests will also get to experience a part of the knife...
2 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
$132.88View
Private Making your Own Unique Sunglass in Sabae FukuiGuests will get to learn about the lens making process at Inui Lens which produces high quality lenses. You will get to see the rarely seen behind the scenes of a lens making factory.
You will then make your own sunglasses by fitting your favorite lenses into your own eyeglass frame (you'll need your own frame or you can purchase one at the store for an additional fee). There are more than 300 kinds of colors. You can make a one-of-a-kind sunglass that is suited to you.
After the experience, ta...
1 hour
Free Cancellation
$99.66View
Craft Washi and Uchiwa Fan Making Echizen Washi Village TourTour Attractions ▼
Echizen Washi boasts 1,500 years of history and high quality, and this experience combines traditional craftsmanship with modern creativity... A full programme of activities that will allow you to learn about the history, techniques and culture of Echizen Washi in a short period of time.
The experience of making washi paper by hand and making washi uchiwa (Japanese paper fans), the finished washi paper and fans are yours to take home as your own original and special memories....
3 hours
Free Cancellation
$199.32View
Tsuruga Private Customizable Full Day Tour
8 hours
Unleash your inner explorer on Tsuruga with a personalized journey, immersing yourself in its vibrant culture and serene hidden spots. Our custom tours provide a bespoke experience, tailored to your desires, ideal for adventure seekers, families with children, and culture enthusiasts alike. Discover local secrets, savor authentic moments, and create unforgettable memories on Tsuruga. Enjoy immersive cultural experiences, gain insider knowledge, and have memorable encounters with local traditions...$277.72View
Private Echizen Lacquer Painting Experience and Cycling TourThe Kawada district of Sabae City is a town of Echizen lacquerware with a history of 1500 years. Tour the roots of Echizen lacquerware on a lacquered bicycle, including the Lacquerware Shrine (Shikiyama Shrine), which enshrines the god of lacquerware, and a tour of a workshop led by a craftsman.
3 hours
Free Cancellation
$132.88View
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