CRAFT WALK
DISCOVER THE DIVERSITY AND BEAUTY OF LOCAL CRAFTS IN TAKAYAMA![](https://satoyama-experience.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/craft-walk-0-scaled.jpg)
The Hida region has a unique culture, forged internally by its harsh winter climate and forested mountain environment, and externally by a fusion of the cultures of Kyoto and Edo (modern Tokyo): the former spread by the Kanamori family in the 16th century, and the latter since the region became a dependent territory of the Edo Shogunate in the 17th century.
Takayama, the city in the heart of Hida, is THE place to experience the fruits of this rich heritage. A myriad of local workshops and retail outlets remain, often family businesses of long standing, with the tricks of the trade passed down faithfully through the generations. These establishments sell both folk crafts, such as Sashiko patchwork and Hanga wood block prints, and also traditional crafts borne from ‘high’ culture, including intricate wooden carving and Shunkeinuri lacquerware.
In this tour, our knowledgeable guide will accompany you on your journey through these local craft shops while offering fascinating insights into the origins, history and production techniques of the skilled Hida craftsmanship you will encounter.
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Tour itinerary
Guided TourDATES
Period
Jan 5, 2024 → Dec 30, 2024
Jan 5, 2024 → Dec 30, 2025
Holiday
TIME
Approx
2h30m
1:30 PM → 4:00 PM
Time
10:00 –12:30 (Dec 1–Feb 28)
13:30-16:00 (Mar 1 –Nov 30)
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
Max 8 people
Min 2 people
TOUR RATE
12,800JPY/person
Inc.Tax
Included in the price
Trained and experienced guide (in English/Japanese)
Small group tour
Tea break
Not included
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
MEETING POINT
Entrance gate of Takayama Jinya
1-5 Hachikenmachi, Takayama, Gifu, Japan
NOTE
- No charge for small children who are 5 years old or under. If you have a small child, please let us know when you make a reservation.
- Reservation up to 365 days in advance is possible.
- If a tour already has 2 people booked, you can book it as an individual. Please check our current availability via “reservation”. If your requested date is unavailable, please contact us and we will do our best to accommodate you.
- If you need to cancel the tour, you will not be charged a cancellation fee up to 2 days before the tour date. Please click this link for more detail: Cancellation policy
- 1 person : ¥42,000
- 2 people : ¥22,500 per person
- 3 people : ¥16,000 per person
- 4 people or more : ¥12,800 per person
- 1 person : ¥55,000
- 2 people : ¥29,00 per person
- 3 people : ¥20,400 per person
- 4 people or more : ¥16,000 per person
Reservation
CRAFT WALK-
Reservation Deadline
15:00, day before
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TOUR RATE
12,800JPY/person
FAQ
Guide Tour-
WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS?
We conduct all of our tours rain or shine. In the case of rain, we can provide you rain suits. Tour fee will not be refunded in the case of cancellation requested by customers due to rain on the day. If we decide to cancel a tour due to the adverse weather conditions, we will inform you prior to the tour.
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WHAT IS THE CANCELLATION POLICY?
Please see the link for the detail: Cancellation policy
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WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?
Please wear comfortable clothes suitable for bicycle riding. Sneakers, shorts or pants are appropriate. Also, we recommend a hat and sunglasses during summer, and a hat, gloves, windbreaker, and layered clothing in colder weather.
Additionally, please bring rain gear in the case of a sudden downpour during a tour. Please see this page for details. -