Kyoto

Kyoto Urushi Lacquer Factory Tour and Chopstick Making Experience

Kyoto, Japan
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$103.96
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Overview
Duration
1h 30min
Languages
English
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect

As you enter the factory store "Und.", specializing in selling items and tools for lacquerware artists, you will immediately feel the ambience of a millennial culture that has been carefully preserved by generations of artisans. Your guide will explain the entire process of collecting sap from the Japanese lacquer tree and the following process of its refinement until it can be used by craftsmen.
During the tour of the factory you will see some of the well-kept secrets of refining and coloring lacquer for the needs of local craftsmen. This is a rare and unique opportunity which will give you insight into the elaborate work of Japanese artisans.
Following the factory tour you will visit the workshop area at the top floor and apply lacquer on a pair of chopsticks using the traditional "fuki-urushi" technique. You will take them with you as a present and a memory from this factory visit. The entire tour takes about 90 minutes and is conveniently located in the center of Kyoto.

What to remember

Important info

Public transportation options are available nearby. Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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What's included
included-item
Applying lacquer to a pair of chopsticks. Tour the store and the factory. Guide
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What's not included
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Private transportation
Cancellation Policy
Unfortunately, our partner's policy does not allow us to refund, cancel or change this booking.
Provider
JTB KYOTO OFFICE
Meeting Point

Please visit the Reception Desk located inside the Tsutsumi Asakichi Lacquerware Shop | Und. store.