Delve into the history of Akahada pottery and try your hand at painting your own
1 hour private experience (painting), 2 hour private experience (pottery making)
Location: Yoshino, Nara
Offered in Japanese, with a friendly Deeper Japan guide interpreting in your language
Meet the master
What you’ll do
Visit a workshop specializing in the Akahada pottery style, and craft your own vessel according to traditional techniques.
What to wear
Clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty
Who can attend
Children must be 7+
Availability
Monday to Saturday
— Painting
Session 1 (09:00 - 10:00)
Session 2 (10:00 - 11:00)
Session 3 (11:00 - 12:00)
Session 4 (13:00 - 14:00)
Session 5 (14:00 - 15:00)
Session 6 (15:00 - 16:00)
— Pottery Making
Session 1 (10:00 - 12:00)
Session 2 (14:00 - 16:00)
Access
46 minutes drive from Yamato Yagi Station
Changing Soil, Changing Practice
In the hills of Nara Prefecture’s Mt. Gojo, the tradition of Akahada pottery has flourished since the late 16th-century. In contrast to many of Japan’s historic ceramic practices, Akahada pottery is known for its wide range of aesthetic styles, owing to its relationship with the uniquely variable soil composition of Mt. Gojo. The famous early Edo period tea master Korobi Enshu was a strong advocate for the tradition and cemented Akahada pottery’s significance in tea ceremony through championing the seven ancient Mt. Gojo kilns. Many prize this style for its simultaneously contemporary and traditional feel. In this experience, join master potter Tadashi-san, who has been perfecting his craft for over 30 years, to learn about this pottery tradition which escapes definition. Learn about the history of the region and its special geology, and try your hand at crafting your own Akahada vessel according to traditional techniques.
Cancellation Policy
Please make your booking at least 7 days in advance. See cancellation policy here.
A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you once your booking has been confirmed.
