Guided Art Tour in Tamba: Meet Local Pottery Artist and Explore “Tamba-yaki”, one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns.

Join us to meet with the local pottery artist in Tamba Sasayama and together explore the history and culture of Tamba-yaki as one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns.

Tamba-yaki Pottery, one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns (Tamba, Bizen, Shigaraki, Echizen, Tokoname, Seto), originated in Tachikui, Tamba Sasayama. The symbolic "climbing kiln" as a historical remain was used for firing ceramics for three days and nights at 1,300°C (1,300°F). With over 50 kilns in the area, local pottery artists work together to inspire a diverse range of styles from traditional crafts to innovative pieces.

Highlights

This guided tour includes the following experiences:

◆Meet at Tamba Traditional Crafts Park in the Tachikui Pottery Town. We will take you on a guided tour of the ceramic village and get acquainted with the works and styles of the various potters.

◆Move to the area where the kilns are gathered and visit a total of about three kilns. On the way, we will visit a climbing kiln, an iconic ancient kiln of the region.

◆You will be visiting some of the local kilns below depending on the availability of the artist and his kiln for the day:
　　◇ Ichino Denichi Kiln - A kiln specializing in making flower pots. They use their unique know-how to design the best pots for each plant.
　　◇ Toshihiko Kiln - A wide variety of works, from friendly pieces for daily use to beautiful works of art. The gallery also has a room with a sunken hearth.
　　◇ Kaneto Kiln - Characterized by creative artwork, Kaneto Kiln has received many inquiries from overseas galleries.

【Inclusions】

• Private guided tour
• English-speaking guide

【Exclusions】

• Food and drinks (Lunch is optional)
• Transportation

【Adds-on Options】: If you are interested in adding the following options, please contact us.

Option#1: Pottery workshop (+1 hour)

Option#2: Add lunch at a local bistro using Tamba-yaki pottery (+1.5 hours)