[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 soon after your experience (within 24 hours), so you can take it home the next day.

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.