Shigaraki Tougeimura
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Shigaraki Tougeimura offers pottery-making experiences featuring Shigaraki-yaki ceramics, one of Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns.
Visitors of all skill levels, including beginners, can enjoy pottery activities such as using an electric pottery wheel or hand-building techniques to create their own unique works.
Through the experience of shaping clay and discovering the traditional craftsmanship of Shigaraki-yaki ceramics, guests can gain a deeper appreciation for the charm and history of this local art form. It is a perfect activity for creating unforgettable travel memories.
Visitors of all skill levels, including beginners, can enjoy pottery activities such as using an electric pottery wheel or hand-building techniques to create their own unique works.
Through the experience of shaping clay and discovering the traditional craftsmanship of Shigaraki-yaki ceramics, guests can gain a deeper appreciation for the charm and history of this local art form. It is a perfect activity for creating unforgettable travel memories.
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More Information about Shigaraki Tougeimura
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Street address
- 1131 Nagano, Shigaraki-cho, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan
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Access
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Route1
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- 15 minutes walk from Shigaraki Station on the Shigaraki Kogen Railway (Shigaraki Line).
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Route2
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- 35 minutes by car from Kusatsu-Tanakami Interchange on the Shin-Meishin Expressway.
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Opening Hours
- 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Closed
- Year-end and New Year holidays
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Website
- https://tougeimura.jp/
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Best season
- All year
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Point
- During peak seasons, the cafe may be fully booked. Please check availability in advance.
Pets are not allowed inside the cafe or workshop areas.
update: Oct.28.2026
