KASUGAI, Aichi, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 30, 2023--

Tourist Aichi Co., Ltd., a travel agency, will be holding an event called "New Pottery Experience Tour" where you can experience painting Mino ware from December 9th at Kobeigama Kiln in Tajimi City, Gifu Prefecture.

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Event details: New “pottery” experience tour official website
http://touristaichi-event.com/yakimono/

Background of the “New Pottery Experience Tour”
We have branded the "New Pottery Experience Tour" to make the existing "Minoyaki" pottery experience even more appealing by utilizing the anagama kiln, which is a resource of Tajimi City. Targeting wealthy foreigners with an eye on inbound tourism, we aim to spread Japanese ceramic culture and increase local tourism consumption.

About “New 'Yakimono' Experience Tour”
From the Mino ware painting experience to the tea ceremony theme, we visit the Kobei kiln, which has been awarded two stars in the Michelin Green Guide. The seventh generation Kobei Kato has created works with a sharp modern sensibility on the theme of the roots and essence of human beings. Study about the charm of minoyaki. Furthermore, we will learn the etiquette of the tea ceremony and hold a tea ceremony at Kenshuan, designed by international architect Arata Isozaki, at Ceramic Park Mino. We will also be holding a tour of the National Treasure Kannondo of Eihoji Temple.

[Contents]
Tour highlights:

Painting experience: Participants will paint Mino ware vessels based on their own ideas under the guidance of a skilled potter. This is a great opportunity to create unique pieces.

Tea Ceremony Experience: During the tour, you will have the opportunity to experience the spirit and techniques of the tea ceremony. By experiencing Japanese traditional culture and understanding the role of Mino ware tea utensils, you will be able to appreciate the beautiful relationship between painting and the tea ceremony.

History and craft of Mino ware: Expert guides will explain the history and craft of Mino ware, allowing participants to experience the unique techniques and traditions of Mino ware.

First day

• ︎Tajimi Station [departure: 13:00]
• ︎Kobei satellite kiln [13:30-15:30]
• ︎Ichinokura Sakazuki Art Museum [15:45-16:45]
• Oribe Street (shopping) [16:30-17:00]
• ︎Private room restaurant Sawasen (Eel for dinner) [17:30-18:30]
• ︎Kuretake Inn Premium Tajimi Ekimae (accommodation)[around 19:15]

the 2nd day

• Hotel [departure: 9:00]
• Eiho-ji Temple - Zazen and sutra copying experience [9:30-11:30]
• Terrace cafe Oribe (lunch/shopping) [11:45-13:00]
• ︎Ceramic Park MINO (Tea party at Kenshuan) [13:15-15:45]
• Tajimi Station [Arrive around: 16:00]

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CONTACT: [Contact information for inquiries from customers regarding this matter]

Tourist Aichi Co., Ltd.

TEL: +81-568-37-0888 (Telephone reception hours: 9:30~19:00)

Inquiry form: http://www.tourist-aichi.co.jp/contact.html

[Inquiries regarding this press release]

Tourist Aichi Co., Ltd.

Person in charge: Koji Okuda

TEL: +81-568-37-0888 (Main)

FAX: +81-568-37-0001

MAIL:okuda@tourist-aichi.co.jp

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SOURCE: Tourist Aichi Co., Ltd.

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