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Accessory-Making
Shizuoka
Experience the craftsmanship and tradition of Shimizu tiles!

Create a Palm-Sized Onigawara Ogre Tile with Shizuoka's Only Female Artisan - Shimizu in Shizuoka City

USD81.41(JPY12,500)

  • 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

    *Lecture and experience

  • Reservation Time:
    09:50 / 13:20
  • Supported Languages:
    Japanese
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:
Experience fee(Aged 12 years and above) USD 81.41
Age (Min.):
12 years old
Parent/ Guardian Required:
Under 12 years old
Cancellation:
Yes
Booking deadline:
4 days prior by 17:00

Activity

Learn from the only female onigawara artisan (oni-shi) in Shizuoka prefecture

Enjoy a valuable, authentic experience with a hands-on lecture directly from a craftsman who carries on the tradition.

Create your own unique onigawara (ogre tile)

Under the theme of "ogre facial expressions," participants are encouraged to use their imagination and create original designs.

Enjoy this experience at a spectacular location overlooking Mt. Fuji

Located along the Tomoe River with views of Mt. Fuji, it allows you to spend a special time immersed in the atmosphere of Shizuoka.

Have fun learning about the history and techniques of Shimizu tiles

This experience offers insight into the history and craftsmanship of traditional local industries deeply rooted in the region.

The finished product will be fired and shipped to you

After firing, the pieces will be carefully finished and shipped to you. We recommend them as souvenirs of your trip or as gifts.


Schedule

  • Arrival procedures

    Show the reservation page from your My Page upon arrival. Afterward, a staff member will explain the process of the experience.

  • Explanation of Shimizu tiles and the history of Onigawara tiles

    You will receive a lecture from Shizuoka Prefecture's only female Onigawara artisan, covering the unique features of Shimizu tiles as well as the meaning and history of Onigawara.

  • Onigawara tile making experience

    Using clay, you can freely create your ogre tile's facial expression and carefully shape it with guidance from the craftsman.

  • Take a commemorative photo at the end of the experience

    Once you're done, it's time to take a commemorative photo. The finished product will be fired and mailed to you at a later date, so look forward to it!

  • Seeing you off & Shopping at the store (optional)

    After the experience, you can purchase Kiyomizu tile accessories and limited edition goods. A staff member will be seeing you off.


Included in the Fee

• Onigawara making experience (including clay, tools, and instruction)
• Firing of the finished product

Not included in the Fee

• Transportation to the location
• Shipping costs outside of Japan *After firing, the finished product will be shipped to your specified address at a later date.

Meeting Place

Nagasawa Kawara

160-3 Nojima, Shimizu-ku, Shizuoka-shi, Shizuoka Prefecture

Directions

Nearest StationA 20-minute walk from Shizuoka Railway Kitsunegasaki Station (Shizuoka Shimizu Line); or a 15-minute walk from Shimizu Keisatsusho-mae bus stop

Destination by TaxiNagasawa Kawara


Things guests need to prepare on the day of the activity (clothes, belongings, etc.)

• Wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty (because you will be working with clay) *Aprons and tools will be provided, so you can come empty-handed. Shoes must be worn inside the venue.

• Towel (to wipe hands)

• Drink (for frequent hydration)


Cancellation Policy

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

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

Notes

Notes:
• The experience fee indicated is per person.
• The experience will be conducted indoors, but the room temperature may change depending on the season and weather. Please wear clothes that allow your body temperature to regulate easily.
• Since the activity involves working with clay, please refrain from wearing clothes or accessories you are concerned about getting wet or dirty. We recommend clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.
• The tile will be fired and shipped at a later date. Please note that it may take several weeks for the tile to be shipped. Shipping costs outside of Japan must be paid on the day of the experience.
• For your safety, please follow the instructions from the staff.
• Children aged 11 or younger may accompany and assist an adult (free of charge). Please let us know the number of children participating in advance.

Cancellation Policy:
• The experience may be canceled for safety reasons due to bad weather, natural disasters, or other unforeseen circumstances. In that case, WAmazing Play's customer support or the organizer will contact you using the emergency details you have provided. Please be sure to check your e-mail or incoming calls on the day. (Notifications are typically sent after 2:00pm on the day before the event.)

Language Support:
• The experience will be primarily conducted in Japanese, but staff members have support tools available in English.

Parking availability:
• Free parking available *Spaces are limited

Organizer

Nagasawa Kawara

160-3 Nojima, Shimizu-ku, Shizuoka-shi, Shizuoka Prefecture

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Aged 12 years and above
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