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Walking Tour from Nagoya and Nostalgic Tokoname Pottery

By Yukié
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$171 per adult
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Overview

In this tour, you’ll immerse yourself in the historic city of Tokoname, celebrated for its thousand-year tradition of pottery making. Explore the charming streets lined with old kilns and discover hundreds of lucky cat statues, each with its own storey and character. Tokoname’s unique atmosphere has also been featured in the beloved anime, “A Whisker Away,” allowing fans to step into a scene from that magical world. Whether you’re a pottery enthusiast, a cat lover, an anime fan, or simply someone who appreciates nostalgic landscapes and leisurely strolls, this tour offers a delightful blend of culture, art, and charm. Come and experience the spirit of Tokoname, a city where history and imagination intertwine.

Activity location

  • Kaisendonya Shipping Agency Takita Family Residence
    • 4-75, Sakaecho
    • Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Meitetsu Nagoya Station
    • 1 2
    • 450-0002, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Pottery Gallery and walking
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h4h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:30 am
Price details
NZ$171.43 x 1 AdultNZ$171.43
Total
Price is NZ$171.43
Until Wed, 27 Nov
Tokoname Pottery Experience
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h4h
  • English

Pottery experience: Enjoy pottery experience with local craftsman!
You'll receive thorough support, making it enjoyable even for beginners!

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:30 am
Price details
NZ$205.72 x 1 AdultNZ$205.72
Total
Price is NZ$205.72
Until Wed, 27 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedGuide: In-person: English
  • What's includedWhat's includedPhotography
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded(less than $20 / ¥3000 per person)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTokoname pottery workshop fee (optional) (~¥3500 / ~$25)

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Kaisendonya Shipping Agency Takita Family Residence
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Takita family was running one of Tokoname's shipping agencies, built a residence facing Ise Bay in 1850. You can enter a historically significant Japanese house. If you're lucky, you might be able to try on Japanese Happi jacket!
Togama Square Museum
  • 30m
You can see a kiln was built around 1920 and pottery gallery made by local artists. （You may be able to paint a lucky cat yourself and bring one home, if booking is open! Let me know if you're interested in booking this optional activity.)
Dokanzaka
  • 1h
Dokanzaka hill path is a unique and historic walking path made from shattered pieces of pottery. The Dokanzaka hill path and its surrounding area will be a great photo opportunity! This may also be a good time for us to stop for a short break at a nearby cafe.
Tokoname City Pottery Footpath
  • 2h
In this cultural district, we will see many Tokoname pottery galleries besides the specific locations I have recommended. Here, if any additional galleries, cafes, museums, or parks catch your eye, we can visit them!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESKaisendonya Shipping Agency Takita Family Residence
    • 4-75, Sakaecho
    • Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEMeitetsu Nagoya Station
    • 1 2
    • 450-0002, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLECentrair
    • Centrair
    • 479-0881, Tokoname, Aichi, Japan

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