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Takayama Art of Craftsmanship Tour
Meet a master craftsman in Takayama.
Takayama is renowned for its variety and quality of local
crafts, and if there is one thing that epitomizes the culture of their craft,
it is the "yatai" floats that are paraded through the streets during the spring
and autumn festivals.
A knowledgeable local guide will accompany you on 2.5-hour
private walking tour dedicated to showcasing the incredible and intricate
craftmanship of the yatai floats, and the history behind them. You'll be taken
behind the scenes of Takayama's rich craft history and be introduced to the craftsmen
who build and maintain the works, observing their own unique and traditional
techniques before concluding the tour at the Festival Floats Museum to see more
of the finished products. Admission to the festival float museum is included
with this experience. Please note that the timing of this tour may differ based
on the local craftsman's schedules.
For more information email us: [email protected] or call: + 44 117 244 3380
Important notice: We are pleased to be able to offer so many amazing experiences in Japan. However, we are sorry that we can only include these as a part of a full Japan holiday package which includes your accommodation and transport alongside the experiences presented in this section of the web site.
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