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Offered languages
- Japanese
- English
Kinkori Shikkiten is a lacquerware shop run by brothers in Kawada, the town of Echizen lacquerware. In this experience, you will receive direct instruction from Mr. Masataka Kinkori, a craftsman at Kinkori Shikkiten, and experience painting lacquer on a wooden tray. The tray, which can be used for serving meals or as a tray for snacks, will make your ordinary foods for appealing.
Guests will get to use the craftsman's tools for an authentic crafting experience. They will also get to learn about lacquerware from Mr. Kinkori who has years of lacquerware making experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The store is called Kinkori Shikkiten and is connected to a red brick building called Sava!Store.
What to expect
While it may seem simple at first, lacquer painting requires skill which guests will get to experience firsthand. Using the tools used by the craftsman, guests will have an authentic experience in making their own lacquerware. After the tray is finished it will take a couple of months to dry and then it will be shipped to your home.
After the experience is over, you can enjoy shopping at the adjacent Kinkori Shikkiten Shop and the SAVA! STORE operated by the design office TSUGI.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for those with lacquer allergies
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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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