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One-day/Half-day Tour
Guided Tour
Fukushima
Deco Yashiki: 300 Years of Experience in papier-mâché

Deco walking course with guide to experience the history and culture of Takashiba Deco Yashiki - Fukushima Prefecture

USD54.54(JPY7,800)
Fukushima
  • A confirmation email for your reservation will be sent to you within 48 hours.
    *If your reservation cannot be completed, WAmazing Play will process your refund.
  • Required Time:
    120minutes
  • Reservation Time:
    09:00 / 10:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00
  • Supported Languages:
    Japanese / English
Participants(Min.):
2 People
Participants(Max.):
6 People
Min. Participants Required For Activity:
2 People
Payment Method:
Credit Card (VISA/MASTER/AMERICAN EXPRESS/JCB)
Fee:
Regular(Aged 15 years and above) USD 54.54
Age (Min.):
15 years old
Cancellation:
Yes
Booking deadline:
7 days prior by 17:00

Activity

Take a walk through the village and learn about its history

Visitors can learn about the history of the village and the papier-mâché while taking a guided tour of the 4 workshops.

Learn about the culture of daily life in an old Japanese folk house

Visitors will learn about the unique lifestyle and culture of the village at an old Japanese folk house café and workshop.

Learn about the thoughts of the creator and experience the craftsmanship.

Observe the craftsmanship of wooden molds, pasting Washi paper, cutting, and processing, and learn about the craftsman's thoughts and feelings behind their creations.

Choose a Daruma doll and paint its eyes

Paint eyes on Daruma dolls made by 4 workshops.

Watch the Hyottoko dance that has been passed down in this area.

Observe the Hyottoko Dance, a tradition that involves emptying one's mind in order to approach one's craft.

Schedule

  • Reception

    Please present the My Page reservation screen at reception.

  • Take a stroll

    Introduction to the history of the village and the craft of papier-mâché at Oichi Tea House

  • Honke Daikokuya (Cafe Decorico)

    Order one drink at the café. *You may also order food for an additional fee. There will be an introduction to the various varieties and definitions of papier-mâché.

  • Ebisuya, Hikoji Mingei

    Observe the papier-mâché process and craftsmanship, as well as the painting process.

  • Hashimoto Hiroji Mingei

    Visitors will be able to paint eyes on Daruma doll and observe the Hyottoko dance performance.

Included in the Fee

Activity fee, guide fee, one drink, and materials fee

Meeting Place

OICHI Tea House

169 Takashiba Tateno, Nishitamachi, Koriyama-shi, Fukushima Prefecture

Directions

Nearest Station：Koriyama Station

Directions to Nearest Station：25 minutes by car

Destination by Taxi：Deco Yashiki Oichi Tea House

Cancellation Policy

The cancel fee is based on the timing of the cancellation. Please check the cancellation policy below.

  • After 7 days before date of use
    30%
  • After 1 days before date of use
    50%
  • The day of use
    100%

Notes

[Precautions]
-If a child under 14 years old is participating, please enter the number of children in your party by clicking on the "Additional Information" link.
*Complimentary drinks are not included. If necessary, please order on the spot.

[Cancellation]
- The event may be cancelled after the reservation is made due to inclement weather. In such cases, WAmazing Play customer support will inform your emergency contact after 2:00 PM the day before the event.



[Language Support]
- Guides will be available in Japanese / body language, translators and translation apps.
*If you need an interpreter, please make your own arrangements.

[Parking]
Parking is available (free of charge)

Organizer

Koriyama City Tourist Association / Deco Yashiki Tourism Association　

169 Takashiba Tateno, Nishitamachi, Koriyama-shi, Fukushima Prefecture, OICHI Tea House

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