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Fukui Guided Tour of Traditional Japanese Crafts with Calligraphy

Fukui Prefecture, Japanby ふくいヒトモノデザイン株式会社

  • 1.5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Up to 8 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: Chinese (Taiwan), Chinese, Japanese, English, Chinese (China)

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Overview

Meet your guide at JR Fukui Station and begin your journey into the world of traditional crafts. Explore Fukui, a renowned craft-producing region, and view traditional crafts and art pieces. Fukui Station is located between Kyoto and Kanazawa. From Kanazawa: About 20–25 minutes by the Hokuriku Shinkansen. ・Learn why these crafts developed in Fukui, with clear and engaging explanations of each technique. Discover the story of Shakudani Stone ・Visit to a souvenir shop featuring local crafts ・Enjoy a hands-on short calligraphy experience using Echizen Washi paper and create your own artwork to take home. Visit a souvenir shop featuring local crafts and enjoy a complimentary drink. ・If you wish to explore further, receive guidance to artisan workshops. What's included ・Guided tour of Fukui's traditional crafts ・Hands-on mini calligraphy experience ・Complimentary drink ・Visit to a souvenir shop featuring local crafts What's not included? ・Transportation to and from JR Fukui Station

What's included

  • Mini Calligraphy Experience (Hands-on Program)
  • Coffee, black tea, or other drinks
  • Round-trip transportation to/from JR Fukui Station

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    1.5 hours

    After meeting at JR Fukui Station, you will head to the lounge of the Courtyard by Marriott with your guide. At the lounge, you will view traditional craft artworks while learning about the history and development of the production regions (approximately 1 hour). Afterward, you will be introduced to Shakudani stone on the first floor of FUKUMACHI BLOCK and guided to a souvenir shop that offers traditional crafts. Finally, a mini calligraphy experience using Echizen washi paper is scheduled.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point: Please meet at the Shinkansen ticket gate of Fukui Station. and look for a guide holding a sign about “Traditional Crafts Tour”.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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