Activities and Tours in Fukui Prefecture
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Experience Private Washi Paper Making at Ryozo Washi Paper MillVisit 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
$138.78View
Experience Tasting Fukui's Local Sake in Lacquered GlassesKubota 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
$20.82View
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.
*Washi factory may change due to availability.
3 hours
Free Cancellation
$173.48View
Making of Echizen Lacquerware and Tray Lacquering 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
$173.48View
Craft Washi and Uchiwa Fan Making Echizen Washi Village TourTour Attractions:
Echizen Washi boasts 1,500 years of history and unparalleled quality. This experience combines traditional craftsmanship with modern creativity, offering a comprehensive programme of activities that will allow you to delve into the history, techniques, and culture of Echizen Washi in just a few hours. You will have the opportunity to make washi paper by hand and craft your own washi uchiwa (Japanese paper fans). The finished paper and fans will be yours to take home as unique a...
3 hours
Free Cancellation
$208.17View
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
$173.48View
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
$104.09View
Private Art & Craft Pottery Activity in Echizen Echizen ware, which was born in the Heian period, is one of the six ancient kilns in Japan that still continues to produce pottery. Soil that contains a lot of iron has a distinctive red-black color on its surface.
This time we will take you to a workshop where Echizen ware is made. You can also view artworks by Taro Okamoto and others at the Echizen Ceramics Village, and learn about the history of Echizen ware at the Echizen Ancient Kiln Museum.
Echizen Old Kiln Museum
Echizen Ancient Kiln Mu...
3 hours
Free Cancellation
$138.78View
Guided Kayak Tour Unveiling the History of the Lake Suigetsuko
2 hours
Explore the Enigma:
Visit the special topographical environment of Mikatagoko (the five lakes of Mikata) on-site and understand what a miraculous lake Suigetsu is.
Nature Immersion:
Our guided tour at the Varve Museum and a visit to the shores of Lake Mikata Goko will teach you of the 70,000 years of history that the varves reveal.
Cultural Lifestyle:
Witness the local fishermen using traditional methods of fishing that have a history of over 400 years. With your knowledgeable local guide, lea...$55.51View
Spirit of Craftsmanship in Japanese Papermaking in EchizenExperience the profound spirituality and craftsmanship of Echizen Washi on a guided tour through its historic village.
First, enjoy a hands-on paper-making experience under the guidance of skilled artisans. Next, visit a workshop specializing in large-format washi, highly sought after by artists. Finally, explore Otaki Shrine, renowned for its intricately crafted roof, considered one of the finest in Japan. Stroll along the riverside in this peaceful village and immerse yourself in the rich her...
3 hours
Free Cancellation
$120.00View
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