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Offered languages
- German
- English
Create your own Bizen pottery in Okayama with guidance from a local artisan and an English- or German-speaking guide. Discover the natural, unglazed beauty of Bizen ware.
Choose from three options:
• Pottery Workshop Only: Hands-on pottery making.
• Pottery + Castle or Garden: Visit either Okayama Castle or Korakuen Garden, with admission included.
• Pottery + Castle & Garden: Visit both sites, with admission included.
International shipping of finished pottery may be available for an additional fee, payable at the workshop. For U.S. deliveries, customs duties and clearance requirements may cause delays, returns, or non-delivery. Please request shipping only after understanding these risks and confirming arrangements with the workshop.
Booking at least one month ahead is recommended, subject to availability. The ending location varies by option.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
For guests whose plan includes the Bizen pottery experience: Please meet us in front of the Bizen pottery studio.
For the Bizen pottery experience-only plan, after the experience, we can escort you to the entrance of either Okayama Castle or Korakuen Garden, depending on your preference.
Itinerary
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Enjoy a hands-on Bizen pottery workshop with guidance from experienced instructors. Beginners are welcome to create their own unique piece using traditional techniques. The workshop may finish in approximately 60 minutes. If time allows, your guide can escort you to the entrance of either Okayama Castle or Korakuen Garden upon request. Admission and guided visits are not included in the Workshop Only option. Your pottery will be kiln-fired and ready in approximately two months. International shipping may be arranged for an additional fee, payable at the workshop. For U.S. deliveries, customs requirements may cause delays, returns, or non-delivery. Please confirm the shipping conditions and risks with the workshop before requesting shipment.
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Okayama Korakuen Garden
Garden Option Only: Discover the beauty of Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's most celebrated traditional gardens. Included in the Castle or Garden option when the garden is selected, and in the Castle & Garden option.
35 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Okayama Castle
Castle Option Only: Explore Okayama Castle with your guide and discover its history and distinctive black exterior. Included in the Castle or Garden option when the castle is selected, and in the Castle & Garden option.
35 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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