Tokoname Teapot Studio Visit with Japanese Tea Brewing

About this experience

Highlights -Step inside the Studio of an award-winning teapot craftsman, rarely open to the public -Learn the secrets of brewing smooth, flavorful tea with Tokoname teapots -Savor Japanese tea with traditional wagashi sweets in an intimate setting -Stroll Tokoname’s pottery path with a local guide -Explore galleries, shops, and cafés at your own pace after the tour Tour Overview Explore Tokoname, one of Japan’s oldest pottery towns, with over 1,000 years of ceramic history and distinctive teapots. Visit a master teapot craftsman’s studio, normally closed to the public, and learn about Tokoname teapots. Then learn to brew Japanese tea traditionally and enjoy it with seasonal wagashi sweets. Continue with a local guide along the Tokoname Pottery Footpath, where historic kilns, galleries, and walls made from clay pipes and ceramic fragments showcase the town’s pottery heritage. Experience Tokoname’s blend of traditional craftsmanship, Japanese tea culture, and local life.

What to expect

1. Stop 1 · 2h 45min

   Step inside the workshop of a Tokoname teapot craftsman. Learn about the techniques behind these iconic teapots, and practice brewing Japanese tea with expert instruction. Enjoy the tea together with wagashi sweets in a serene setting.

2. Stop 2 · 2h 15min

   Take a leisurely walk through town toward the historic pottery district, with your guide sharing local stories along the way. Stroll through Tokoname’s atmospheric pottery path, exploring narrow alleys, climbing kilns, and galleries that showcase the area’s artistry. Visit shops and cafés where tradition meets everyday life. Guests not staying in Tokoname will return together with the guide by train. Alternatively, for those who prefer shopping or enjoying lunch, we recommend exploring freely with our English map in hand. The tour concludes at the Tokoname Pottery Footpath.

Tour & ticket options

Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.

Meeting & pickup

• Gather with your guide at the Nagoya Station Tourist Information Center before taking the Meitetsu train to Tokoname.

End point

• Gather with your guide at the Nagoya Station Tourist Information Center before taking the Meitetsu train to Tokoname.

Before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This tour is conducted in English. A Mandarin, French, Spanish, German, or Korean-speaking guide may be available. Please contact the supplier in advance to check availability.
• Please wear comfortable walking shoes and attire suitable for town walking.
• Many shops along the pottery path may not accept credit cards; bringing cash is recommended.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.