Hiroshima:Private lacquer workshop experience tour(gift included)
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Hiroshima, Japan
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- Guide fee, experience fee, tour fee, souvenir fee, insurance fee
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 2-17 Horikawachō, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0033, Japan
We meet at this building calls "株式会社高山清(Takayamasei Ltd.)
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 18 reviews
Laura_F, Oct 2025
Was a wonderful and fascinating experience, the lacquer work was stunning and learning about the process was really interesting.
Andrew_S, May 2025
We had an amazing time on the lacquer studio experience. Watching the artisan at work was fascinating. The studio staff was very welcoming, and we even got the chance to try some of the techniques ourselves, which made the experience even more special. It was both educational and deeply memorable—a perfect blend of culture, creativity, and hands-on fun. Highly recommended!
Tanya_M, Dec 2024
This was hands down the best experience we had during our trip to Japan. We spent 17 days traveling throughout Japan, seeing the sites and having experiences, but none came close to the cultural appreciation and art workmanship of this one.
The communication with our guide prior to the day was smooth and easy. She was able to offer clear instructions on our meet place and even sent pictures of the outside so we could ensure we were in the correct spot.
Upon arriving we found our guide was very fluent in English and an accomplished interpretor. This was key as the artist did not speak English. Her skill made communication very easy.
The artist is a 4th generation lacquer artist and very accomplished in his craft. His work has been commissioned by the government for dignitaries and has won many international awards. We were honored that he let us in his private show room, and showed us what went into his craft. You even get to assist him in mixing some of the lacquer that he will then apply to his work, making you a very small part of that piece.
After the tour and demonstration you are able to leave with a greater appreciation for what goes into this gorgeous art. You are able to shop his art and they do offer shipping.
I recommend this for any adult group, but do not think it would be appropriate for young children
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you very much for joining lacquer art workshop tour! We are so glad to hear your wonderful comments and gave us the great review to our guide and craft man! Hope to see you again in the future:)
Madeleine_B, Oct 2024
I was impressed by the work of this artist.
It was an unforgettable morning!
And my guide Michi was so kind and very professional.
Thank you for this experience! 🥰🙏🙏🙏
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you very much for your review! We are so glad to hear this tour is unforgettable for you!! We are looking forward to seeing you again.
Alexandra_S, Jun 2024
This very professional tour / workshop provides an excellent insight into the techniques of making the traditional urushi lacquer ware. It takes place in the studio of a master craftsman who explicates the various steps in making urushi.
The atmosphere of the tour is very pleasant, which is also supported by the very sympathetic interpreter Michi.
I would recommend this experience to anyone with an interest in traditional Japanese arts /crafts.
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