Visit the renowned Suigetsugama Kiln, established by Arakawa Toyozo, a leading figure in the world of pottery. Witness the traditional process of pottery-making, including clay preparation, shaping, and firing, all done by hand. The tour also includes a stop at Eihōji Temple, a National Treasure with two treasured buildings, and THE GROUND MINO, where you can enjoy works by contemporary ceramic artists. For lunch, choose between Tajimi’s specialty eel or a traditional Japanese meal served on Mino ware.
Join this tour to immerse yourself in the traditional and contemporary world of Mino ware pottery. Start your day by meeting your guide at JR Tajimi Station North Exit and renting electric bicycles.
Begin your cycling tour of Tajimi and stop by the Suigetsugama Kiln to observe the traditional handcrafted production process, from preparing the clay to shaping, firing, and painting. View the interiors of rare kilns such as the “Noborigama” (climbing kiln), “Anagama” (hole kiln), and “Kingama” (Painting kiln).
On the cycling route, stop by Eihōji Temple, home to two halls that have stood for over 700 years, and stroll through its garden, which showcases the beauty of nature in every season. At THE GROUND MINO, learn about the characteristics of Mino ware, admire contemporary Mino ware tableware, and shop for your favorites.
For lunch, choose between Tajimi’s specialty unagi-don (grilled eel over rice) or traditional Japanese cuisine served on Mino ware tableware. Finally, return to JR Tajimi Station to end your tour.