Local Washi and Paper Craft Cycling Tour in Uchiko Town

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4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Cycle through a river side road of Uchiko's Washi(Japanese handmade paper) heritage. This immersive washi cycling tour connects you with local artisans while you create one-of-a-kind treasures to take home.

◆ Washi Papermaking & Book Binding at a Local Workshop
Work alongside skilled craftspeople to create your own handmade washi sheet. Then craft a unique handbound notebook using your paper as the cover—yours alone.

◆ Discover Hidden Origami Vending Machine
A quirky vending machine dispensing miniature origami and paper crafts, showcasing how washi culture weaves into everyday life.

◆ Enjoy Kite Museum
Explore traditional Japanese kites (tako) intricately crafted from washi paper. Learn how this durable material has been essential to kite-making for centuries.
Enjoy scenic cycling through Uchiko's historic streetscapes and traditional architecture between stops.

*Local-guided private tour: exclusive to you

Enjoy “Real Japan” at a lovely river side town.

What's Included

Bicycle rental and helmet
Local English-speaking guide
Take-home items: your handmade washi handbound book
Souvenir origami/paper crafts from vending machine (50 yen worth of Origami art per person)
Kite Museum entry fee
All workshop materials and fees (handmade washi sheet, handbound book supplies)
Other personal expense

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    1: JR Uchiko Station or Uchiko Visitor Center Meet your guide, pick up your bicycle, and receive a brief orientation to Uchiko's washi heritage and the day's route.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    2: Tenjin Sanshi Washi Workshop Work alongside skilled artisans to create your own handmade washi sheet through the traditional kamisuki (papermaking) process. (Paper making: 20 -30 minutes, Factory tour 20 -30 minutes, while drying papers) Then craft a unique handbound notebook using your paper as the cover—a one-of-a-kind keepsake to take home.(60 minutes)

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    3: Hidden Origami Vending Machine Discover Uchiko's quirky hidden gem: a vending machine dispensing miniature origami crafts. You get to buy some of the Origami art from the vending machine. (Origami art are sold from 10 yen to This tour includes the purchase of 50 yen worth of Origami art per person.) If you are lucky, you can meet the Origami artist and make an art with her.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Explore a delightful collection of traditional Japanese kites (tako) intricately crafted from washi paper. Learn how this durable material has been essential to kite-making for centuries. (Museum entry included)(Weather permitting, kite flying is possible.)

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    5: JR Uchiko Station or Uchiko Visitor Center Return your bicycle.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by 内子町観光協会

Tags

Mountain Bike Tours
Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Art Tours
Bike Tours
Short term availability

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