Extraordinary Craft Experiences in Japan
Odawara
This small-group tour includes a visit to the workshop of
Mr. Hajime Okawa, a third-generation Odawara lacquer
craftsman who is among the few keeping the tradition
alive.
Odawara lacquerware, one of the three major crafts of
Kanagawa, originated in the Muromachi period (1336-
1573) | Read More
Kamakura
Kamakura Carving, or Kamakura-bori, has been around
since the Kamakura Period (1185-1333). It’s characterized
by the traditional sets of patterns used in works as well as
the many layers of lacquer used to finish the pieces.
In this experience, you’ll learn the basics of this | Read More
Kamakura
Learn the secrets of Kamakura’s ceramic traditions at this hidden pottery village. Nestled amid the quiet of a mountain valley, the Hoshigaoka kiln was established in 1927 by Rosanjin Kitaoki, a polymath lauded as one of Japan’s greatest contemporary artists. After Rosanjin’s death, | Read More
Kyoto
Have a day of your Japan vacation molded into an unforgettable ceramics experience with a Kyoto Pottery Tour. Guided by a pottery expert, you will tour old- fashioned kilns in the ancient pottery town of Shigaraki. As one of Japan's "Six Ancient Kilns", this quaint little town features a nu | Read More
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We truly enjoyed our custom family of 10 tour!
The Sugino Group
This tour was a once in a lifetime experience and we are so happy and grateful we got to experience it. We learned so much about Japan and its culture. We got to stayed in traditional Japanese hotels and enjoyed traditional meals. Our guide and driver were very professional and always on time. They always made sure we were comfortable. We really hope we get the opportunity to do another tour with AJT
The Lam Family
Excellent trip with wonderful guides and drivers. Would not do it any other way! Thank you for listening to what we wanted to do for our trip and accommodating us! We loved that you could book our experiences for us! We will definitely use your company again!
Christine, Jamie, and Wendoyn
Complex itinerary. Perfectly organized logistics. Excellent people to work with.
Shakeel & Joan
Well thought out and the written itinerary was so helpful
Mr. Takasugi & Ms. Kubota
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