This tour, set in the eastern part of Fukui Prefecture, includes a visit to the workshop of traditional craftsman Naganobu Komamoto, where you will also learn Hon Urushi kintsugi (metal-joining) directly from him. After completing the kintsugi experience, there will be a completion ceremony to show the connection between master and apprentice.
In addition, there will be time to learn about lacquerware, experience Echizen pottery, and visit an Echizen cutlery workshop.

Lodging tour with Hon Urushi Kintsugi experience in Sabae, Japan.

Fukui

Experience details

PlaceSabae, Fukui City, Fukui
DateDecember 1, 2024-December31, 2024
Duration3 days/2 nights
Duration3 days/2 nights
Number of participants4-5 persons
GuideAvailable
LanguageJapanese, English, Turkish
Meeting placein front of Echizen Takefu station ticket gate
Dismissal placeFukui station
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  • Based at a 5-star hotel in Fukui City, “Urushi no Sato” by hired car,
  • This tour offers various cultural experiences in the Kawada area of Sabae City and surrounding areas.
  • The main concept of the tour is “to experience the beauty and technique of lacquerware. The main concept of the tour is “to experience the beauty and techniques of lacquerware, and to become familiar with the delicate craftsmanship of lacquerware.
  • Visitors will experience kintsugi (metal-joining) and Echizen pottery under the guidance of traditional craftsmen, and feel the depth of traditional crafts.
  • From beginners to experienced craftspeople, we promise a fulfilling time that anyone can enjoy.

The experience includes a demonstration of lacquer ware at the Urushi no Sato Kaikan, kintsugi (metal-joining) workshop taught by traditional craftsman Naganobu Komamoto, and a hands-on experience of making vessels at the Echizen Pottery Studio, allowing visitors to experience the Japanese spirit of valuing things through the pottery and kintsugi experience.
The finale of the tour is a completion ceremony with the traditional craftsman who taught the kintsugi skills to the participants, and a sake ceremony with limited sake made from rice produced in the Kawada area of Urushi no Sato, providing an even more luxurious and special experience.
This plan allows visitors to fully experience the traditions and attractions of the Fukui Sabae area through a luxurious experience of traditional crafts in the great outdoors, in-depth exchanges with traditional craftspeople, and luxurious accommodations.
Lacquer ware experience
Experience Echizen-yaki pottery at a pottery studio
・Present your own Echizen Pottery as a gift!
Elegant stay at a 5-star hotel in Fukui
Kintsugi (metal-joining) workshop with a traditional craftsman.
A Master-Disciple Bond!
・You will receive an original Kintsugi vessel made of real urushi lacquer!
Free time for sightseeing (Please enjoy sightseeing in the area. (Examples of nearby sightseeing: stroll around Eiheiji Temple, Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum, and Uchihamono Workshop)

Plan overview

Echizen Craft Treasure “Hon-urushi Kintsugi” Experience and Lodging Tour in Sabae

Lacquer Ware Experience
Echizen Pottery Workshop
Echizen Pottery Workshop
Elegant stay at a 5-star hotel in Fukui
Kintsugi (metal-joining) workshop with a traditional craftsman
Master-disciple bonding
・You will receive an original Kintsugi vessel made of real urushi lacquer!
Free time for sightseeing (Please enjoy sightseeing in the area. (Examples of nearby sightseeing: stroll around Eiheiji Temple, Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum, and Uchihamono Workshop)

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1 person
2,583.75USD~

Meeting Place

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Address

39-10-5, Oya-cho, Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture

Access

JR Echizen Takefu Station

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