This fun-filled tour is perfect for cat lovers, pottery fans, and anime enthusiasts! Explore Tokoname—the setting of the Netflix anime A Whisker Away—and wander through its maze-like pottery path filled with charm and surprises. With your friendly guide, you’ll discover hidden lucky cats and feel the magic of this historic town come alive.
You can also enjoy a Maneki-neko painting experience(optional), which is fun for both adults and children. You can take home the Maneki-neko you painted, creating a special memory of Tokoname.
Highlights
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Public transportation
Lucky cat painting workshop
Meals
Meeting Points
Departure
Starbucks Coffee - Meitetsu Department Store Nagoya
We will be waiting outside Starbucks, holding a sign.
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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We stop at Tokonyan, the giant beckoning cat that welcomes visitors to the town. Tokoname is famous for producing thousands of maneki-neko (lucky cats), and as you walk through the town you will encounter countless statues with playful and varied expressions. It is a delightful spot for photos and a fun introduction to Tokoname’s character.
2
Togama Square Museum
You can enjoy a Maneki-neko painting experience(optional). The base maneki-neko figures are currently in production, so if you would like to add this option, please contact us in advance
1 hour
3
Kaisendonya Shipping Agency Takita Family Residence
The Takita Family Residence, once the home of a prosperous shipping agent in the Edo period. This beautifully preserved merchant house showcases traditional Japanese architecture and the lifestyle of a wealthy coastal family.
Walking through its tatami rooms and wooden interiors, you step back in time and gain a deeper understanding of Tokoname’s past beyond pottery.
1 hour
4
Tokoname City Pottery Footpath
Tokoname Pottery Footpath is the highlight of the town. This scenic trail winds past old kilns, pottery walls, and artisan shops, with everyday ceramic objects embedded into the streetscape.
As you stroll through narrow lanes, you will discover open-air art installations and feel the blend of history and creativity that makes Tokoname unique. The footpath is both a cultural journey and a photographer’s dream.
2 hours
5
INAX MUSEUMS
a fascinating cultural complex dedicated to ceramics and design. Through engaging exhibitions and beautifully curated spaces, you will discover how Tokoname’s long pottery tradition connects to modern craftsmanship and daily life. The museum offers an inspiring introduction to the region’s ceramic heritage.
1 hour
Tokoname Day Trip from Nagoya
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This fun-filled tour is perfect for cat lovers, pottery fans, and anime enthusiasts! Explore Tokoname—the setting of the Netflix anime A Whisker Away—and wander through its maze-like pottery path filled with charm and surprises. With your friendly guide, you’ll discover hidden lucky cats and feel the magic of this historic town come alive.
You can also enjoy a Maneki-neko painting experience(optional), which is fun for both adults and children. You can take home the Maneki-neko you painted, creating a special memory of Tokoname.
Highlights
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Public transportation
Lucky cat painting workshop
Meals
Meeting Points
Departure
Starbucks Coffee - Meitetsu Department Store Nagoya
We will be waiting outside Starbucks, holding a sign.
