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Activity Fukui Prefecture, Japan

Making of Echizen Lacquerware and Tray Lacquering Experience

5.0 (2 reviews) one hour Free cancellation Private tour
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Making of Echizen Lacquerware and Tray Lacquering Experience

About this activity

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.

Historical Tours Craft Classes Short term availability Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof

At a glance

Duration
one hour
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–4
Guide
Japanese, English
Operated by
Craft Invitation

Ages: Adults (10–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Use of lacquerware tools and gloves

Not included

  • Not included: Private transportation

Itinerary

Guests will get to experience lacquer wiping a wooden tray. They will be instructed by Mr. Kinkori who is a craftsman at Kinkori Shikkiten. Guest will also get to learn about lacquerware from him as he has years of experience. 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.

  1. Stop 1

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • The store is called Kinkori Shikkiten and is connected to a red brick building called Sava!Store.

End point

  • The store is called Kinkori Shikkiten and is connected to a red brick building called Sava!Store.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Not recommended for those with lacquer allergies

Traveller ratings

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