Kyoto Cultural Experience Inside the World of Urushi Lacquer
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Welcome to the World of Urushi Guided Tour of a 100+ Year-Old Lacquer Factory Experience urushi — Japan’s precious natural lacquer — at our historic refining factory, founded in 1909.The tour begins with a clear introduction to urushi and the urushi tree (excluding Fuki-Urushi Workshop). You’ll then watch skilled artisans refine raw sap (ki-urushi) into deep black and vivid vermilion urushi in the normally closed workshop, learning the delicate techniques and timeless craftsmanship.For more depth, join optional programs at “Und.” on the third floor: Visually rich talks on tree-planting, cultural preservation, and modern urushi use, followed by hands-on workshops — apply urushi to chopsticks ...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Factory Tour, Urushi talk, Fuki-Urushi, Kit workshop fee
Meeting Points
Departure
540番地
Please go to the facility directly by yourself before an activity starts.
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Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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There is no elevator available. We kindly ask that wheelchair users or those with strollers who are unable to walk up to the upper floors on their own refrain from participating.
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Participation is available from age 6 and up.
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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FACTORY TOUR + URUSHI TALK + FUKI-URUSHI KIT WORKSHOP You will experience • Factory & shop tour • Lecture with video presentation • Fuki-Urushi (wipe-off) workshop • Take home a kit to continue at home
Kyoto Cultural Experience Inside the World of Urushi Lacquer
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About
Welcome to the World of Urushi Guided Tour of a 100+ Year-Old Lacquer Factory Experience urushi — Japan’s precious natural lacquer — at our historic refining factory, founded in 1909.The tour begins with a clear introduction to urushi and the urushi tree (excluding Fuki-Urushi Workshop). You’ll then watch skilled artisans refine raw sap (ki-urushi) into deep black and vivid vermilion urushi in the normally closed workshop, learning the delicate techniques and timeless craftsmanship.For more depth, join optional programs at “Und.” on the third floor: Visually rich talks on tree-planting, cultural preservation, and modern urushi use, followed by hands-on workshops — apply urushi to chopsticks ...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Factory Tour, Urushi talk, Fuki-Urushi, Kit workshop fee
Meeting Points
Departure
540番地
Please go to the facility directly by yourself before an activity starts.
