Guided Tour to Bizen Pottery Artists Short 2 Hour Course

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

1. Visit the traditional Bizen pottery center where you can take a look many potter's masterpieces.

2. The English speaking guide takes you to actual Bizen potter's studio. The potter shows you a demonstration how to make Bizen pottery and explain the history of Bizen Pottery.

3. The guide takes you to town walking where the Bizen pottery was born.

4. You will visit Bizen pottery shops and can buy actual Bizen pottery

With a history of approximately 1,000 years, Bizen pottery is one of the six oldest kilns in Japan.
In this guided tour, you will not only meet Bizen pottery artists, but also learn about the roots of the region and the appeal of Bizen pottery from a knowledgeable guide.

"Schedule"
9:30 : Start tour at Imbe train station
9:35-10:00 : Viewing Bizen pottery (or visiting ancient kiln).
10:10-10:40 : Visit potter's studio. profetional Bizen potters lecture what is Bizen pottery.
10:40-11:30 : Walking around historical Imbe area(Amatsu shrine etc.) .

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Private transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting time :9:30 am at train gate at Imbe station ofJR Ako-line. The traion from Okayama station arrives at 9:08 am.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    You can see various Bizen pottery made by more than 30 potters in Bizen.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    You will visit one of the master of Bizen potter's studio . They give you a demonstration how to make Bizen pottery just in front of you.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The tour guide takes you to town walking where there are a lot of Bizen potter's studios and kilns. You will also visit the old shrine which many Bizen pottery are used on the roof or walls.

    50 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by YoMA

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Cultural Tours
Art Tours
Rail Tours
Small Group
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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