West Kyushu Journeys 西九州の旅
Wear a one-of-a-kind story shaped by over 400 years of history. In this special experience, you’ll choose porcelain beads crafted in the 400-year-old Arita ware tradition and handcraft your own unique accessory by attaching metal fittings. As you engage with Japan’s traditional culture, you’ll complete an original piece that is truly your own.
Options
For 1-3 people [Arita Town, Saga Prefecture] Come empty-handed! Arita ware accessory making experience!
For groups of 4 or more [Arita Town, Saga Prefecture] Come empty-handed! Arita ware accessory making experience!
The Highlight
-Experience Arita ware, a 400-year-old tradition -One-of-a-kind accessories made from porcelain beads and metal -Don't worry if it's your first time! Teacher support is included -You can take it home as it is, making it the perfect souvenir from your trip.
The Experience
Arita Town in Saga Prefecture is known as the place where porcelain was first produced in Japan, and the tradition of "Arita ware" has been passed down for over 400 years. Its beauty was once loved by European royalty and continues to fascinate people around the world today. In this experience, you can use Arita ware porcelain beads to create your own original accessories by choosing two items from a selection of necklaces, straps, key chains, and earpicks. Your instructor will carefully support you as you select the porcelain beads and attach the metal. You can finish your creation in your preferred style. You can take your finished piece home with you. The time spent finishing the piece by hand is a special experience that brings you into contact with traditional Japanese culture. This experience, which combines Arita ware, which has a history of over 400 years, with a craft made with your own hands, will be an unforgettable memory of your trip.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- Japanese
Itinerary
- Please come directly to NINOMIYA KANZAN in front of Arita Station at the time of your reservation.
- The store is lined with products made with Arita ware!
- Choose two items of your choice from necklaces, straps, key chains, and earpicks.
- Choose your favorite porcelain ball and enjoy the experience of making it with the careful support of the instructor.
- My very own original strap is complete! *You can take your finished product home with you!
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
-If the tour is cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control, we will refund the full participation fee.
Important Booking Information
-Please come directly to NINOMIYA KANZAN, located in front of Arita Station.
-The guided tour is in Japanese.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 1 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)