Private Echizen Lacquer Painting Experience and Cycling Tour

The 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.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   30 min

   Inside the lacquerware shrine, there are ceiling paintings made with maki-e and gilded gold by craftsmen. An important presence in the Kawada district that enshrines the god of lacquerware.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   30 min

   Shikiyama Shrine has a lacquerware shrine in its precincts. Climb the 200 stairs to get a panoramic view of the Kawada area, and enjoy a beautiful view.

3. 3

   Shitsurindo

   30 min

   After the shrine, we went on a tour of the lacquer workshop. You can learn about the process of making lacquerware while observing an actual workshop.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   1 hour

   You will receive a direct lecture from Mr. Nishikikori at the long-established Nishikikori lacquerware store, which has been in business for over 100 years.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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