As you walk through the town, you will see how Bizen ware is embedded in daily life—from active kilns to historic sites—revealing a living craft culture rather than a display. Bizen pottery is known for its unglazed technique, using only clay, fire, and natural ash. Traditional wood-firing lasts up to two weeks, with artisans working in shifts to manage flames in climbing kilns fueled by red pine.
Imbe is also the hometown of MLB MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto (2025). Through conversations with locals, you may discover how closely he is connected to and loved by the community.
If you select the optional pottery experience, you will create your own piece under an instructor’s guidance. One or two p...
ما تشمله الجولة
٤ ساعات و ٣٠ دقائق
مُقدم في الإنكليزية
إلغاء مجاني
بطاقة رقمية
٤ ساعات و ٣٠ دقائق
مُقدم في الإنكليزية
إلغاء مجاني
بطاقة رقمية
ما تشمله الجولة
رسوم النقل العام
Workshop Fees(Workshop Experience Option Only)
International Shipping Fees (Workshop Experience Option Only)
National Licensed English Speaking Guide.
الاستقبال من الفندق
الغداء أو الوجبات الخفيفة
النفقات الشخصية
المعلومات المهمة
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يمكن للرضع والأطفال الصغار الركوب في عربة الأطفال أو عربة الأطفال
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تتوفر خيارات النقل العام في مكان قريب
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يجب أن يتمتع المسافرون بمستوى معتدل من اللياقة البدنية على الأقل
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Please bring a hand towel, as you will wash your hands after the activity. (Workshop Experience )
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Wear clothes that can get slightly dirty. Aprons are provided.(Workshop Experience )
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Pants are recommended, as the electric wheel is used in a seated position with legs apart.(Workshop Experience )
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قد يتغير مسار الرحلة بسبب حالة الطقس أو لأسباب أخرى.
سياسة الإلغاء
للحصول على استرداد كامل للمبلغ، قم بإلغاء الحجز قبل ٢٤ ساعة على الأقل من موعد المغادرة المقرر.
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لاسترداد المبلغ بالكامل، يجب الإلغاء قبل 24 ساعة على الأقل من موعد بدء التجربة.
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يُعرض وقت انتهاء الحجوزات بالتوقيت المحلي.
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إذا قمت بالإلغاء قبل أقل من 24 ساعة من وقت بدء الجولة، فلن تتمكّن من استرداد المبلغ الذي دفعته.
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لإجراء هذه الجولة، يجب توافر حدّ أدنى من المسافرين. إذا تم إلغاؤها بسبب عدم استيفاء الحد الأدنى، فسوف يُعرض عليك إمكانية اختيار تاريخ/تجربة مختلفة أو استرداد المبلغ بالكامل.
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لن يتم قبول أي تغييرات تجريها قبل أقل من 24 ساعة من وقت بدء الجولة.
As you walk through the town, you will see how Bizen ware is embedded in daily life—from active kilns to historic sites—revealing a living craft culture rather than a display. Bizen pottery is known for its unglazed technique, using only clay, fire, and natural ash. Traditional wood-firing lasts up to two weeks, with artisans working in shifts to manage flames in climbing kilns fueled by red pine.
Imbe is also the hometown of MLB MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto (2025). Through conversations with locals, you may discover how closely he is connected to and loved by the community.
If you select the optional pottery experience, you will create your own piece under an instructor’s guidance. One or two p...
ما تشمله الجولة
٤ ساعات و ٣٠ دقائق
مُقدم في الإنكليزية
إلغاء مجاني
بطاقة رقمية
٤ ساعات و ٣٠ دقائق
مُقدم في الإنكليزية
إلغاء مجاني
بطاقة رقمية
ما تشمله الجولة
رسوم النقل العام
Workshop Fees(Workshop Experience Option Only)
International Shipping Fees (Workshop Experience Option Only)
National Licensed English Speaking Guide.
الاستقبال من الفندق
الغداء أو الوجبات الخفيفة
النفقات الشخصية
برنامج الجولة
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備前紫庵
This stop is included when you select the optional Bizen pottery experience. At Bizen Shian, you can enjoy a hands-on workshop where you shape clay using traditional techniques unique to Bizen ware, known for its natural, unglazed finish created through fire and earth. This is a rare opportunity to connect directly with one of Japan’s oldest ceramic traditions in an authentic setting. International shipping is available, allowing you to have your finished piece delivered to your home after firing.
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茅葺ギャラリー 陽山居
Kayabuki Gallery Yozankyo is operated by the successors of Jun Isezaki, a Living National Treasure and the fifth designated holder of Important Intangible Cultural Property in Bizen ware. Set in a distinctive thatched-roof building, the gallery offers a rare opportunity to experience how tradition is carried forward by the next generation of master potters. The space itself is an essential part of the experience, where the rustic architecture, natural materials, and refined ceramic works come together in quiet harmony. It provides an intimate setting to appreciate the depth, texture, and philosophy behind Bizen pottery beyond a typical gallery visit.
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Inbe
Stroll through the workshop-lined streets around Imbe Station, where Bizen pottery is still actively produced today. As you walk, you will pass a variety of studios and galleries, ranging from emerging young artists to those connected to families of Living National Treasures. If any workshop catches your interest, feel free to let your guide know—this flexible approach allows you to step inside selected spaces and experience the diversity of Bizen pottery up close.
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Tempo Kiln
Tenpo Kiln, one of the historical climbing kilns that represents the evolution of Bizen pottery firing techniques. Even from the outside, its scale and structure reveal the intensity of the traditional firing process that defines Bizen ware.
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伊部北大窯跡
Explore the remains of one of the largest kilns in the area, where centuries of pottery production once took place. The site offers a powerful sense of scale and history, allowing you to imagine the labor-intensive process and the community that supported it.
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Amatsu Shrine
Stop by Amatsu Shrine, a quiet local shrine deeply connected to the community of potters. This spiritual site reflects the traditional belief in harmony between craftsmanship, nature, and divine protection. On the way, you will walk along a forested path surrounded by nature, offering a refreshing and immersive atmosphere. The peaceful setting provides a chance to experience the calm and understated beauty of rural Japan.
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Bisyugama
Bishu Kiln is one of the largest and most established kilns in Bizen, originally founded in 1974 by the family of Living National Treasure Toyo Yamamoto. What began as a small training place for apprentices has grown into a major center of Bizen pottery, nurturing many skilled ceramic artists over the years. Today, it offers a rare opportunity to explore an expansive gallery featuring around 10,000 pieces, including works by the Yamamoto family and their lineage. The workshop and kiln area are open to visitors, allowing you to observe the production process and gain insight into the craftsmanship behind Bizen ware in an accessible and welcoming setting.