Craft Washi and Uchiwa Fan Making Echizen Washi Village Tour
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About the Activity
Tour 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 and memorable keepsakes. This three-hour experience encapsulates all the charm and tradition of Echizen Washi Paper. Outline of the Echizen Washi Experience Tour: This immersive three-hour tour lets you explore the rich history and exceptional craftsmanship of washi paper. Set in Echizen, a region with 1,500 years of washi-making heritage, you’ll experience the living traditions of this remarkable craft by creating handmade washi in one of Japan’s most renowned production areas.3 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Uchiwa-making experience (workshop fee, products can be taken home).
English-speaking guide
Echizen Washi made by hand (experience fee, products to take home).
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1. Handmade washi experience at the Ryozo Yanase Paper Mills
Visitors can learn about the craftsmanship of Echizen washi up close and personal, and actually experience handmade washi making.
The experience, led by the craftsmen of Ryozo Yanase Paper Mills, is a valuable opportunity to experience the ‘gentleness’, ‘rigour’ and ‘stubbornness’ of washi paper.1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location
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2. making Japanese paper fans
Using the Japanese paper from your experience, you can make your own original bamboo fan.
Light and strong, the bamboo-boned uchiwa are highly practical and make great souvenirs.1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location
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3. walking in the town of washi and visiting shrines
Visit Okata Shrine and Otaki Shrine, which tell the history of Echizen washi.
These shrines, where the goddess of papermaking is worshipped, are deeply connected with the origins of washi. Visitors can get a taste of the culture while strolling through the historic town.
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Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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The car park is on the left, with the Ryozo Yanase paper mill in front of you.
Please meet at the car park.View Location
End point
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The car park is on the left, with the Ryozo Yanase paper mill in front of you.
Please meet at the car park.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Public transport available nearby.
- Requires a certain level of physical fitness.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Tokyo time to receive 100% refund.
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