Workshop tour, experience fee, material costs, tool rental fee, system fee, consumption tax

Cancellations 2 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free；Cancellation is not allowed between 0–1 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.；Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.

Age range: 10–100 years old；About clothing and belongings: Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.；Regarding rental items: We will provide all necessary items (free of charge), such as work clothes and gloves.；Duration comment: 60 minutes (actual experience time is about 50 minutes)；Minimum number of participants: 1 person

【Yamanaka Onsen & Workshop Tour】Experience the artisan's craft up close! Original Makie experience using authentic Urushi stamps and colorful foil ＜Photo service & take home on the day＞

Japan-Ishikawa , Kaga

Booking confirmed 1 day(s) after ordering

Duration:1 hour(s)

Language(s): English / Japanese

Free cancellation 2 day(s) prior to experience date

Get an up-close look at a Yamanaka Lacquerware workshop
Enjoy a casual Makie (lacquer art) craftsman experience

[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

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Product Info

【What makes Kobo Jokan special】 Observe artisan techniques up close: Tour the actual workshop where artisans work. We provide easy-to-understand explanations of the processes involved in creating Yamanaka lacquerware. Professional results for beginners: Use 'Urushi stamps' to easily enjoy designing. Sprinkle colorful powders and foils to create your own personalized piece. Reliable support: Work jackets, aprons, and gloves are provided. Our staff will give thorough instructions, so even first-timers and children (ages 6 and up) can participate with peace of mind. Capture your travel memories: Our staff will assist you by taking photos and videos during the experience! You can take your finished work home with you on the same day. Why not immerse yourself in the world of traditional crafts while relaxing in our adjoining shop and cafe? 【Experience Flow (Duration: approx. 60 minutes)】 Gathering & Changing (approx. 5 minutes) Workshop Tour & Explanation (approx. 15 minutes) Watch artisans at work up close and discover the depth of lacquerware making. Choosing your base lacquerware (approx. 5 minutes) Choose one item from our selection of Yamanaka lacquerware, such as small plates, coasters, bookmarks, or sake cups. Makie Experience (approx. 30 minutes) Select your favorite stamp, apply the lacquer, and sprinkle colorful powders and foils to create your design. Completion, Photos & Dismissal (approx. 5 minutes) Take a commemorative photo with your finished piece! Your work will be placed in a special box for you to take home. 【Price Details】 Per person: 3,400 JPY (tax included) Price includes: Workshop tour fee, Yamanaka lacquerware (1 base item), Makie experience fee, material costs, rental of tools and aprons, photo support, and system usage fees. *You can take your work home on the day. Please note that it takes about 1-2 weeks for the lacquer to dry, so please let it dry thoroughly at home before use. 【Important Notes & Risks of Urushi (Lacquer)】 This plan uses authentic lacquer. To ensure a safe experience, please check the following points: 1. Skin irritation (Urushi dermatitis) Direct contact with lacquer may cause itching, redness, or rashes on the skin a few days later. Depending on your constitution or physical condition on the day, you may experience a reaction even without direct contact. 2. Clothing and belongings Lacquer cannot be removed if it gets on clothes or bags. Please come in clothes you do not mind getting dirty just in case (aprons and gloves will be provided). 3. Safety requests Please be sure to wear the provided gloves and aprons and avoid touching the lacquer with your bare hands. If lacquer accidentally touches your skin, do not rub it; please inform the staff immediately. *If you have extremely sensitive skin or a history of lacquer allergies, please consider your participation carefully. *We cannot provide compensation for medical expenses in the unlikely event that symptoms such as rashes occur. *You will be asked to sign a consent form before the experience on the day (participation is not possible without a signature).
Enjoy a close-up look at a Yamanaka lacquerware workshop
Lacquerware workshops are usually divided into specialized tasks, so it is rare to see various processes in one place. However, here at Kobo Jokan, you can see the entire process, from wood turning to lacquer coating and several stages of Makie. It is a very rare workshop where you can watch artisans at work up close. Staff will also explain each process, helping you understand lacquerware in an easy-to-grasp way.
Easily experience being a Makie artisan
Anyone can easily use stamps to create their own original work. You can simulate the experience of a Makie artisan by using colorful powders. There is a risk of skin irritation from lacquer. If you feel unwell, please inform the staff immediately. We will explain the precautions in advance, so please participate only after you have understood them. *The finished work can be taken home on the day. *In rare cases, symptoms such as itching may occur. In such cases, we will ask you to refrain from the experience.

You can watch the artisans at work up close through the glass.

Workshop Tour

Choose your favorite lacquerware.

Urushi Stamp Experience

What You Can Expect

Duration: 1 hour(s)

1 Day

10:30
Reception and changing into work clothes. We will explain the flow of today's experience and the risks of lacquer irritation, and you will change into work clothes for preparation. (5 minutes)
10:40
Tour of the lacquerware process and workshop. Observe each process of the workshop through the glass. Staff will provide an easy-to-understand explanation of the history of Yamanaka Lacquerware and each process. (10 minutes)
10:45
Stamp Makie experience. Choose your favorite lacquerware (small plate, coaster, bookmark, etc.) and experience the artisan's craft of sprinkling colorful powders.

Purchase Notice

Questions at the time of booking:

Question 1: Please inform us of the number of adults and Child participants.

Regarding cancellations:

Please note that the tour may be cancelled due to the craftsman's availability or other circumstances. Thank you for your understanding.

Important notes for participating in the course:

【Please be sure to read】 Risks and precautions regarding Urushi lacquer 1. Skin rash (Urushi dermatitis) ・Touching Urushi may cause itching, redness, or rashes on the skin a few days later. ・Depending on your constitution or physical condition on the day, you may experience a rash even without direct contact. 2. Stains on clothing and belongings ・Urushi cannot be removed if it gets on clothes or bags. Please participate in clothes you do not mind getting dirty. 3. Safety requests ・Please be sure to wear gloves and an apron, and do not touch the Urushi with bare hands. ・If Urushi accidentally gets on your skin, do not rub it; please notify the staff immediately. ※Those with extremely sensitive skin or a history of Urushi allergies should participate at their own discretion. ※Please note that we cannot provide compensation for medical expenses in the event of a rash or other symptoms. On the day of the event, please sign the above consent form before the experience. If you do not sign, you will not be able to participate in the experience.

Includes/Excludes

Workshop tour, experience fee, material costs, tool rental fee, system fee, consumption tax

Reminders

Age range: 10–100 years old
About clothing and belongings: Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.
Regarding rental items: We will provide all necessary items (free of charge), such as work clothes and gloves.
Duration comment: 60 minutes (actual experience time is about 50 minutes)
Minimum number of participants: 1 person

Meeting Point

Location Name: 531 Ueharacho, Yamanaka Onsen, Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture

Address: 531 Ueharacho, Yamanaka Onsen, Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture

How to Get There

・Meeting time: Please arrive 5 minutes before your reservation time. ・Meeting location: Kobo Shizukan

Experience Location

Location Name: 531 Ueharacho, Yamanaka Onsen, Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture

Address: 531 Ueharacho, Yamanaka Onsen, Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture

How to Get There

・By car: ・15 minutes by car from Kaga Onsen Station ・7 minutes by car from Yamanaka Onsen and Yamashiro Onsen ・10 minutes from Kaga IC ・25 minutes from Katayamazu IC Parking: 6 cars, Large buses: Accepted ・By other means: 6 minutes on foot from the "Uehara" bus stop on the Hokutetsu Bus Onsen Yamanaka Line from Kaga Onsen Station

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations 2 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
Cancellation is not allowed between 0–1 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.

NOTE

Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.

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