Hita Geta Strap Fitting Workshop in Oita

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1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese

Delve into the rich tradition of Hita craftsmanship with the Geta Strap-Fitting Experience. In just one hour, you'll have the chance to select your own hanao straps and fit them onto wooden geta sandals, a skill cherished since the Edo period. Guided by skilled artisans, learn the techniques of this age-old craft while creating a unique pair of geta to take home as a personal souvenir. This immersive workshop invites you to appreciate the beauty of Japanese culture and craftsmanship firsthand.

What's Included

Experience fees

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

By train: About 11 minutes on foot from JR Kyūdai Line Bungo-Miyoshi Station. By car: About 12-minute from the Hita Interchange on the Ōita Expressway. ※Depending on your car navigation system, entering the address “1080-3, Oaza Hidaka, Hita City” may provide more accurate directions.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

During this activity, travelers will step into the traditional world of Hita craftsmanship by choosing their own hanao straps and learning how to attach them to wooden geta bases. With hands-on guidance from experienced artisans who have inherited techniques dating back to the Edo period, participants will carefully adjust and secure the straps, gaining insight into the skill required to make a perfectly fitted pair of geta. By the end, travelers will walk away with their own handcrafted sandals, a meaningful souvenir that reflects both their creativity and the heritage of Hita.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your reserved time.
  • Please be sure to contact the office in case of delay or inability to arrive at the reserved time.
  • Smoking is not permitted inside the building.
Supplied by H.I.S.Co., Ltd.

Tags

Historical Tours
Craft Classes
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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