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Inside the Bizen Studio: 2-Hour Master Demo & Guided Walk

Okayama Prefecture, Japanby YoMA

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: Japanese, English

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Overview

[Why This Tour is Special] 2-Hour Express: Experience 1,000 years of Bizen heritage quickly and deeply. Beyond Shopping: Walk historic streets, visit private studios, and meet master artisans. Studio Access: Step inside a real workshop for a live demonstration and expert insights. [What You’ll Experience] 1. Birthplace of Bizen: Meet at Imbe Station. Explore the historic town center, curated masterpieces, and ancient kilns. 2. Studio & Master Demo: Enter a professional workshop. Watch a master shape clay up close while your guide shares local secrets. 3. Heritage Walk & Shops: Stroll past brick chimneys and Amatsu Shrine. Browse local galleries for authentic souvenirs. Timeline 09:30 | Meet English guide at Imbe Station 09:35 | View masterpieces & ancient kilns 10:10 | Studio visit: Live master demo & lecture 10:40 | Guided walk (Amatsu Shrine & local shops) 11:30 | Tour Ends at Imbe Station

What's included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Private transportation

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Bizenyaki Traditional Industries Hall

    30 min

    You can see various Bizen pottery made by more than 30 potters in Bizen.

  2. 2

    Bizen

    30 min

    You will visit one of the master of Bizen potter's studio . They give you a demonstration how to make Bizen pottery just in front of you.

  3. 3

    Bizen

    50 min

    The tour guide takes you to town walking where there are a lot of Bizen potter's studios and kilns. You will also visit the old shrine which many Bizen pottery are used on the roof or walls.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting time :9:30 am at train gate at Imbe station ofJR Ako-line. The traion from Okayama station arrives at 9:08 am.

End point

Meeting time :9:30 am at train gate at Imbe station ofJR Ako-line. The traion from Okayama station arrives at 9:08 am.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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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