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Otsu-e Folk Art Workshop & Local Culture Walk Near Kyoto
Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$226.67
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Join a unique cultural experience led by Misato Takahashi, an Otsu native and daughter of Wado Takahashi, an Otsu-e artist originally from the Otsu-e master family, Takahashi Shozan. Misato is fervently committed to preserving the important local tradition of Otsu-e painting, a form of traditional folk art that originated in this area about 400 years ago. This unique cultural experience provides an excellent opportunity to delve into Japan's artistic heritage, immersing yourself in the creativity and artistic expression that has enriched Otsu's local culture for centuries. And with only a 10-minute train ride from Kyoto Station, you can relax in the cozy lakeside town of Otsu while exploring the city's rich history and treasures.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Standard course
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- The Otsu-e "Lucky Oni Bell" or "Three Wise Monkeys" painting workshop
- Welcome tea and sweets, local snacks
- Original Otsu-e souvenirs
- Local taxes
- Admission fees to Otsu Hyakuchokan, Otsu Festival Float Exhibition Hall or other alternative places
- English speaking professional guide with deep interest in Japanese culture
- Lunch
- All train fares, i.e. Kyoto-Otsu by JR: JPY200/adult (but covered by valid JR Pass if you have)
Meeting point
Your guide having the board with your name on it will meet you in front of the Kyoto Tourist Information Center on the 2nd Floor of the Kyoto Station Building, just next door to the Isetan Department Store.
Standard course paticipants meet at the North Gate of the JR Otsu Station. A guide holding a welcome board with your name on it will be waiting for you in front of the North Gate.
Return details
The tour concludes at the venue of painting workshop, Ichie Wado. A detailed map around the area including to nearby stations is available.
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Tour starts from the North ticket gate of the station.
- Gingko trees of Kekaiji Temple, Kyomachi 3-chome: The trees used to be a remarkable landmark for boats on Lake Biwa (pass by)
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Mochihyo Japanese sweets shop, Facing the Old Tokaido Road: We pick up Japanese sweets that the guests enjoy before the painting session later.
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Senmaruya dried food store, Nakamachi Street: Local long standing dried food store selling stuff indispensable to Japanese cuisine. We'll pick up retro snack here.
- Hirai Shoten, Maruya-cho shopping arcade : Sake brewery with 365 years of history. Sells its original brand’s local sake. (pass by)
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Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition PavilionMaruya-cho shopping arcade: One of the actual floats pulled during the Otsu Festival is on display.
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Otsu HyakuchokanMaruya-cho shopping arcade: Old typical Otsu Machiya merchant house is well preserved. Our guide will do a house tour.
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Yaoyo pickle shop, Hishiya-cho shopping arcade: Long established pickle shop with a wide variety. Learn one aspect of Japanese dietary. We pick a seasonal pickle for later treat.
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Otsu EnomiseOtsu-e no Mise, Miidera sando: Otsu-e folk Art paintings store and workshop. Succeeded by the 5th Takahashi Shozan.
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Ichie WadoIchie Wado Seminar House, Kozeki-cho 4-17, in front of Nagara Jinja Shrine: Painting workshop venue for the tour. Watch a presentation on Otsu-e history and features enjoying the welcome tea and sweets as well as local snacks purchased on the way.
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Otsu-e Folk Art Workshop & Local Culture Walk Near Kyoto
Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$226.67
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!