Letterpress Printing Experience in Ojika Island, Nagasaki

Name: Letterpress Printing Experience in Ojika Island, Nagasaki
Brand: Viator
Price: 37.05 USD
Availability: InStock

1 hourJapanese, EnglishBook 2 days aheadNagasaki, Japan

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The craft of letterpress printing is becoming increasingly rare around the world, especially in Japan. The owner of the workshop is very passionate and determined to preserve this craft as Ojika's culture overall. Inside the studio, you will find thousands of old types. The sight will leave you in awe! This activity is greatly enjoyed by those who love crafts. Children, as well as adults, really enjoy making their own designs and imprinting them using the press machine.

Included

Tour around the studio
Post cards
Instructions in Japanese and English
Letterpress printing machine

Not included

Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea

What you'll do

An ancient letterpress printing studio offers visitors a unique opportunity to try their hand at the ancient craft
The Yokoyama family has been running the studio, which is located inside a 200-years-old building in the center of Ojika town, for more than 100 years. The 4th generation business successor is a charming young lady, who is very passionate about her craft as well as about preserving the island’s rich history and tradition. She runs a workshop where you can create your original postcards with your original letterpress design. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity!

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Once guests arrive in Ojika Island our tourism office staff will provide them with detailed explanations about the meeting place and time. If it is still unclear we can take them there.