Uchiko

Uchiko

Uchiwa Fan Making and Uchiko Town Historical Stroll

Uchiwa Fan Making and Uchiko Town Historical Stroll

The perfect plan for those wishing to sightsee efficiently within limited time! Experience making traditional Japanese fans at the Ikarashi Kite Museum, which displays a wide range of materials centred on traditional kites from various regions and kites collected from around the world. Afterwards, stroll along the “Hachikōji and Gokoku Townscape” stretching approximately 600 metres along the Konpira Kaidō road. The residences of wealthy merchants, where traditional culture endures, remain preserved as they were in their heyday. Enjoy the lingering atmosphere, featuring earthen walls plastered with local clay and traditional plasterwork. Furthermore, experience Uchiko's artistic culture in the dressing rooms of an authentic, purely Japanese-style theatre building, which has continued since the Taisho era.

from 14,895.65 INR
Duration 2h 30m
4.0
(43 reviews)
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Traditional Japanese Candle Making and Uchiko Walking Tour

Traditional Japanese Candle Making and Uchiko Walking Tour

Are you looking for a hands-on and local immersion experience unlike any other? On this tour, you will also have the unique opportunity to partake in a 200-year-old tradition by learning how to make Japanese candles known as Warosoku. Unlike the dipped candles of the West, Uchiko Warosoku are created by hand using a centuries-old technique that you can learn from a master! Once you have completed your very own Warosoku, you can enjoy a peaceful and intimate tea time of matcha and local sweets with the 7th-generation head craftsman. With a highly educated and friendly guide, you’re guided through a beautiful and well-preserved historical district. As you make your way to a Japanese Candle workshop that has been in operation for 7 generations, you will learn all about the history of this one-of-a-kind historic district. This tour is the perfect mix of history, craft, and local immersion that you will never forget.

from 38,728.68 INR
Duration 3h 30m
4.0
(43 reviews)
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Chestnut Burrs Dye Experience at Kominka in Uchiko Town

Chestnut Burrs Dye Experience at Kominka in Uchiko Town

Most of natural dyeing needs many processes and repeat same process several times, but on this workshop, you need 4 simple steps one time each. Design, Dye, Set and Wash. The instructor Yachiyo (Please call her "Yatt-chan".) has 50 years of natural dyeing experience, and she and her comrades will teach you those process. Enjoy conversations with them during the workshop and at the tea time after.

from 16,683.13 INR
Duration 2h 30m
4.0
(43 reviews)
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Tea Ceremony Charcoal Kiln Visit and Coffee Time in Uchiko Town

Tea Ceremony Charcoal Kiln Visit and Coffee Time in Uchiko Town

This is a unique guided tour, you get not only to know about special charcoals that used for Japanese tea ceremony, to see how it lit and used, and unite with the craftsman. ■At a charcoal kiln in the mountain area of Uchiko, the craftsman tells you how he makes charcoals and how it affects to the sustainable life in mountain area. ■visit mysterious Yuge shrine, the symbol of Ishidatami district. There is a big pond in front of the shrine, and you get walk on a beautiful bridge with roof to visit the shine. ■ Have a relax time with a cup of locally roasted coffee and local made bread. The tea-ceremony charcoal will be used to boil water for the coffee and warm up the bread. Enjoy chatting with the craftsman.

from 23,833.04 INR
Duration 3h 30m
4.0
(43 reviews)
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Local Washi and Paper Craft Cycling Tour in Uchiko Town

Local Washi and Paper Craft Cycling Tour in Uchiko Town

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.

from 20,853.91 INR
Duration 4h 30m
4.0
(43 reviews)
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Japanese Bridal Photography Experience in historic Uchiko

Japanese Bridal Photography Experience in historic Uchiko

-Real and high quality wedding kimono wearing experience. You can choose your favorite one from 10 deferent colors and patterns to wear. -The dressing room is located right by the Yokaichi & Gokoku historic street where we shoot photographs. -A Donation will be make to the local preservation party from the profit of this activity.

from 76,265.72 INR
Duration 2h 30m
5.0
(1 reviews)
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Gilded Washi Tapestry Making and Paper factory tour in Uchiko

Gilded Washi Tapestry Making and Paper factory tour in Uchiko

You can experience a factory tour of Japanese Paper factory that has 100-year of history with a dedicated guide and making a tapestry with “gilded washi,” which is a combination of Local Japanese paper and a traditional French technique.

from 22,641.38 INR
Duration 3 hours
4.0
(43 reviews)
Private TourNew On Viator