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Ishikawa Kutani Ware and Choose Your Own Piece

By DeepExperience
Free cancellation available
The previous price was NZ$342 and current price is NZ$239 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Overview

This is not just a museum tour—it’s a guided experience designed to help you discover your own connection to Kutani ware. Rather than simply viewing beautiful ceramics, you’ll learn how to recognise different styles, techniques, and artistic expressions, making each piece more meaningful as you explore.

As you move through the museums, you’ll compare colours, textures, and forms, gradually developing your own preferences. By the time you reach Kutani Ceramic Village, you won’t just be browsing—you’ll be choosing with intention. Your guide will support you in finding a piece that reflects your taste, whether it’s a functional item or a work of art.

This experience turns appreciation into personal selection, allowing you to take home not just a souvenir, but a piece of Kutani ware that truly resonates with you.

Activity location

  • Asakura Isokichi Art Museum
    • 1 Izumidaimachi
    • 923-1111, Nomi, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 陶壁モニュメント「甦」
    • Minami
    • 923-1111, Nomi, Ishikawa, Japan

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Ishikawa Kutani Ware and Choose Your Own Piece

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
NZ$341.21
NZ$238.85 x 1 AdultNZ$238.85
Total
The previous price was NZ$341.21 and current price is NZ$238.85
30% off
Until Wed, 13 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional English-speaking guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Cultural and historical insights into Kutani ware
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Shopping assistance and interpretation at local shops
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided tour of Kutani Ware museums
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Admission fees to Kutani Ware museums
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Asakura Isokichi Art Museum

  • 35m
  • Admission ticket included
The Asakura Isokichi Memorial Museum showcases the works of the renowned Kutani master, the Second Asakura Isokichi, who was awarded Japan’s prestigious Order of Culture. His works are known not only for their vibrant colours but also for their unique three-dimensional techniques, where designs are carved and layered rather than simply painted. This museum offers a focused introduction to the artistic depth of Kutani ware, helping visitors understand how colour, texture, and craftsmanship come together to create expressive ceramic art.

Nomi Kutani porcelain Art Museum｜Gosai｜

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
KAM Nomi City Kutani Ware Museum presents a comprehensive overview of Kutani ware, from its origins in the early Edo period to its development as a highly valued export art in the modern era. Visitors can explore the defining characteristics of Kutani, including its iconic use of five colours and the diversity of styles such as Aka-e (red painting) and Yoshidaya. By comparing different techniques and designs, guests gain a deeper understanding of how each piece reflects both tradition and individual artistic expression.

Kutani Pottery Village

  • 30m
Kutani Ceramic Village is a hub where visitors can encounter a wide range of Kutani ware, from everyday tableware to high-end artistic pieces. After exploring the museums, this is where knowledge turns into personal choice. Guests can visit multiple shops, interact with local artisans and staff, and find a piece that matches their own taste. The experience is not just about shopping, but about selecting a meaningful item that reflects what they have discovered about Kutani ware.

Location

Activity location

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    Asakura Isokichi Art Museum
    • 1 Izumidaimachi
    • 923-1111, Nomi, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    陶壁モニュメント「甦」
    • Minami
    • 923-1111, Nomi, Ishikawa, Japan

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