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
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 point: Please meet at the Shinkansen ticket gate of Fukui Station. and look for a guide holding a sign about “Traditional Crafts Tour”.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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