[Kyoto] Kyoto: Traditional Japanese Pottery Painting Workshop

• * Paint your own traditional Japanese pottery and create a unique souvenir from Kyoto.
• * Choose from a wide selection of ceramic pieces, from matcha bowls to plates and decorative dishes.
• * Learn directly about and artisans' work and discover the care and techniques behind this centuries-old craft.
• * Enjoy a relaxing, creative workshop surrounded by shelves of exquisite ceramics.
• * Glazing and firing will be done within the next 24 hours of your experience, so you can take it home the next day **(please make sure your schedule allows for next-day pickup).**

Discover the traditional Japanese art of pottery painting at Mitsuhashi Touho, a historic Kyoto shop known for exquisite craftsmanship. In this 1–1.5 hour hands-on workshop, choose your favorite matcha bowl, plate, or decorative dish. Learn artisan techniques, from brushstrokes to applying vivid mineral-based paints, and create a design inspired by seasonal motifs or your imagination. After the workshop, your piece will be glazed and fired, ready the next day as a functional work of art ー a lasting reminder of your time in Kyoto. Care instructions: • Wash with mild detergent using a soft sponge. • Avoid prolonged microwave use. • Do not use over flame, in an oven, or dishwasher. • Thickly applied paint may peel. For questions or concerns, please contact us.