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Traditional Urushi Craft “Maki-e Experience” Event

Updated :2025.01.10.

We are hosting an event where you can experience “Maki-e,” one of the essential techniques for the traditional craft of “Iiyama Butsudan” from Iiyama City. This is a valuable opportunity to learn traditional Maki-e techniques and create your own unique piece. Please feel free to join us!

Dates:

  • Saturday, January 11, 2025
  • Saturday, January 18, 2025

Venue: Iiyama Station Tourist Information Center

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
No reservation is required, so please come at any time during the event hours. The experience takes about 1 hour.

Experience Process:

  1. Design
  2. Sketching
  3. Urushi Coating (Drying 10-15 minutes)
  4. Gold Powder Sprinkling (Drying 5-10 minutes)

Fees:

  • Adults: ¥3,500 (tax included)
  • Children: ¥2,000 (tax included)

Contact Information:
Iiyama Station Tourist Information Center
TEL: 0269-62-7000
E-Mail: info@shinetsu-shizenkyo.com