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Bizen Pottery Walking Tour with Local Guide & Flexible Options

Okayama Prefecture, Japan
  • 2 to 3 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Private transportation
      Pick-up by private car is available upon request and must be reserved in advance.
    • Snacks
      If we stop by a café during the tour, please note that everyone will be paying individually.
    • Gratuities
      ¥1,000.00 per person

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    If you are coming from Okayama Station or the Uno Port area, taking the train to Imbe Station is the easiest and most economical option. The local train ride is also part of the experience and offers a glimpse of everyday life in rural Japan. If you need a pickup or transfer, please contact me in advance to discuss the options.

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    Meeting point

    • Imbe Station
      Japan, 705-0001 Okayama, Bizen, Inbe, 岡山県備前市伊部1685−1

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Arranged start time

    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    • 07/12/2025 - 02/21/2027

      Monday - Friday : 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

      Saturday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM

      Sunday : 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

    Itinerary

    1

    Inbe Minami Ogamaato

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Amazu Shrine

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Okamoto Ceramics Shop

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Bizen Museum of Art

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    5

    Futaba Shokudo

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    6

    Imbe Station

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infant seats available
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    Traveler Photos

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    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 6 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Incredible Experience, Tailored to Your Interest

    Nicole_E, Sep 2026
    Remi was an indescribably wonderful tour guide! It started weeks before the scheduled tour date, with her reaching out with forms and questionnaires for us to fill out to get the absolute perfect tour of Bizen set up for us. She arranged for us to spend time with a master potter in the area, and we even saw a kiln loading in progress in town! My potter husband had an absolutely amazing time learning from him and getting to throw his own piece, which will be fired in the Bizen style and shipped home. If you are at all interested in pottery, please sign up! This tour can be customized to fit any level of interest, activity, or skill level. Or of you just want to take a walking tour through a beautiful small town in the Okayama area, do it!

    Response from Host, Sep 2026

    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! My son and I both had such a lovely time with you and Daniel. Seeing how thoughtful and caring you are toward each other made the day feel especially warm for me too. Daniel’s piece turned out beautifully, and I’m really excited to see how it looks after firing! The next firing is planned for December, so it will probably be shipped in January — please be patient, but I think it will be worth the wait 🌟 Please get in touch if you come back to Japan. We’d love to see you again!
    Member Pricing
    From

    $39.97

    per person
    Was $42.07(-5%)

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

    Book ahead!
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