The addictive world of Japanese traditional crafts
This is a shopping center located in Okazaki, north of Heian Shrine. Since opening in 1967, it has been a popular spot, drawing visitors from all over the world for 50 years, to see and purchase the diverse range of thoroughly luxurious Japanese items available here from traditional craft works through to exquisite kimonos.
On top of being a store, the center runs craft-taster classes to allow visitors to try their hand at various traditional craft techniques related to Kyoto, including Kyoto-style inlaid work, Kyoto-style cloisonné production, scent bag blending, ceramic bell painting, Kyoto-style spinning top creation, and Kyoto-style fan painting (prior applications required for all classes), as well as watch craftsmen demonstrating production skills in fields such as Kyoto inlay. English-speaking staff members are on hand to attentively explain the processes so that anyone can enjoy making a piece of craft, which - apart from inlay work - can be taken home that day. All of this makes the Kyoto Handicraft Center a trusted “beeline” destination for visitors from all over the world.
Facility Information
| Facility name | Kyoto Handicraft Center |
|---|---|
| Address | 17 Shogoin Endomicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City |
| URL | https://en.kyotohandicraftcenter.com/ |
| Contact | 075-761-8001 |
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