Making of Echizen Lacquerware and Lacquering Tray Experience

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About the 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.

1 hour

Private Tour

Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

Use of equipment : Other.

Transportation amenities : Private transportation. Private transportation

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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.View Location

Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

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

End point

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

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for those with lacquer allergies

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

Japanese
English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Tokyo time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Craft InvitationCreated on 20 Nov 2023Created on 09 Aug 2024

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