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.
The tour concludes with free time to continue exploring Tokoname at your own pace, using a map to enjoy lunch, shop for ceramics, or relax in a pottery-themed café.
Meet your guide at Tokoname Station and begin with an introduction to the town’s pottery heritage as you walk toward the teapot studio.
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.
The guided portion concludes, leaving you free to enjoy lunch, shop, or continue exploring with a map provided.
Outside of ticket gate at Tokoname Station
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
