Narita Airport Layover: Make Your Own Japanese Teacup

Make the most of a long layover at Narita Airport with a private introduction to Japanese pottery. Create your own teacup or matcha bowl with guidance from a local ceramic artist and support from an English-speaking host. Optional airport transfer assistance can be arranged in advance.

Kihee-gama is set within a spacious traditional Japanese residence in the quiet countryside of Sakura, offering a peaceful side of Japan away from busy tourist areas.

Feel and work with the clay before shaping one original piece. No previous pottery experience is required, making the workshop suitable for beginners and craft enthusiasts.

Japanese ceramics are closely connected with tea culture, while their focus on touch, form, and simplicity also echoes Zen aesthetics. Working slowly with clay offers a quiet opportunity to focus on the present moment.

You will also see the studio’s traditional wood-fired anagama kiln. Your creation will be fired and finished after the workshop. International delivery can be arranged for an additional fee.