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The previous price was AU$265 and current price is AU$185 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Overview

  • Discover the storey of Nabeshima porcelain in Okawachiyama, the historic kiln village where the Saga domain once produced some of Japan’s most refined ceramics. Begin with an introduction to the history and techniques of Imari and Arita ware, then walk through the village to visit local kilns and galleries. See how styles such as celadon and Iro-Nabeshima differ from workshop to workshop, and learn how the strict standards of the former domain kilns shaped a ceramic tradition that continues today.

Activity location

  • Imari Aritayaki Tendou Sangyo Kaikan
    • 221-2 Ogawachichohei
    • 848-0026, Imari, Saga Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Imari-Nabeshimayaki Kaikan
    • 1806 Otsu
    • 848-0025, Imari, Saga, Japan

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Imari Nabeshima Porcelain and Historic Kiln Village Tour

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
AU$264.05
AU$184.84 x 1 AdultAU$184.84
Total
The previous price was AU$264.05 and current price is AU$184.84
30% off
Until Sun, 20 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided visits to local pottery workshops and shops
  • Inclusions
    Admission to the Imari-Arita Traditional Craft Centre
  • Inclusions
    Professional guide
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Imari Aritayaki Tendou Sangyo Kaikan

  • 45m
This museum introduces the history and techniques of Imari and Arita porcelain, including Nabeshima ware produced under the Saga domain. Learn how high-quality ceramics were carefully controlled and created for gifts, official use, and presentation to powerful lords.

Okawachiyama Village

  • 1h 15m
Okawachiyama is a historic kiln village where the Nabeshima domain operated its official kilns. Walk among workshops and galleries, discover techniques such as celadon and Iro-Nabeshima, and see how individual kilns continue this refined ceramic tradition today.

Location

Activity location

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    Imari Aritayaki Tendou Sangyo Kaikan
    • 221-2 Ogawachichohei
    • 848-0026, Imari, Saga Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Imari-Nabeshimayaki Kaikan
    • 1806 Otsu
    • 848-0025, Imari, Saga, Japan

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