Tokoname, with over 1,000 years of ceramic history, is one of Japan’s oldest pottery towns and part of the country’s celebrated Six Ancient Kilns. Known worldwide for its teapots, Tokoname remains a place where skilled artisans preserve time-honored techniques while continuing to innovate.
On this tour, you’ll gain rare access to a master teapot craftsman’s studio, normally closed to the public. Here, the artisan will share insights into the beauty and function of Tokoname teapots, prized for brewing smooth, full-flavored tea. You’ll also learn to brew Japanese tea the traditional way, guided step by step, and enjoy it with seasonal wagashi sweets in an intimate setting.
Afterward, a local guide will lead you along the Tokoname Pottery Footpath, a charming route lined with kilns, galleries, and walls built from clay pipes and ceramic fragments. You’ll encounter both historic landmarks and lively workshops, discovering the layers of heritage that shape the town.
It’s a journey into the heart of Tokoname’s pottery culture, where centuries-old craftsmanship, Japanese tea traditions, and everyday life come together.
Gather with your guide at the Nagoya Station Tourist Information Center before taking the Meitetsu train to Tokoname.
Step inside the workshop of a Tokoname teapot craftsman. Learn about the techniques behind these iconic teapots, and practice brewing Japanese tea with expert instruction. Enjoy the tea together with wagashi sweets in a serene setting.
Take a leisurely walk through town toward the historic pottery district, with your guide sharing local stories along the way.
Stroll through Tokoname’s atmospheric pottery path, exploring narrow alleys, climbing kilns, and galleries that showcase the area’s artistry. Visit shops and cafés where tradition meets everyday life.
Guests not staying in Tokoname will return together with the guide by train.
Alternatively, for those who prefer shopping or enjoying lunch, we recommend exploring freely with our English map in hand.
The tour concludes at the Tokoname Pottery Footpath.
Nagoya Station Tourist Information Center
This experience is booked on request. The owner of the experience will respond to the request within 5 days
| Cancellation Date | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| No-show or cancellation after tour departure | 100% of the tour price |
| On the tour date | 50% of the tour price |
| 1 day prior to the tour date | 40% of the tour price |
| 2 to 7 days prior to the tour date | 30% of the tour price |
| 8 to 10 days prior to the tour date | 20% of the tour price |
| 11 or more days prior to the tour date | Free |
Tokoname City
