Nostalgic Tokoname Pottery from Nagoya
In this tour, you’ll immerse yourself in the historic city of Tokoname, celebrated for its thousand-year tradition of pottery making. Explore the charming streets lined with old kilns and discover hundreds of lucky cat statues, each with its own story and character. Tokoname’s unique atmosphere has also been featured in the beloved anime, “A Whisker Away,” allowing fans to step into a scene from that magical world. Whether you’re a pottery enthusiast, a cat lover, an anime fan, or simply someone who appreciates nostalgic landscapes and leisurely strolls, this tour offers a delightful blend of culture, art, and charm. Come and experience the spirit of Tokoname, a city where history and imagination intertwine.
Options
Pottery Gallery and walking
What's included in Nostalgic Tokoname Pottery from Nagoya
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Kaisendonya Shipping Agency Takita Family Residence
The Takita family was running one of Tokoname's shipping agencies, built a residence facing Ise Bay in 1850. You can enter a historically significant Japanese house. If you're lucky, you might be able to try on Japanese Happi jacket!
Togama Square Museum
You can see a kiln was built around 1920 and pottery gallery made by local artists. （You may be able to paint a lucky cat yourself and bring one home, if booking is open! Let me know if you're interested in booking this optional activity.)
Dokanzaka
Dokanzaka hill path is a unique and historic walking path made from shattered pieces of pottery. The Dokanzaka hill path and its surrounding area will be a great photo opportunity! This may also be a good time for us to stop for a short break at a nearby cafe.
Inclusions
- Guide: In-person: English
- Photography
- (less than $20 / ¥3000 per person)
- Tokoname pottery workshop fee (optional) (~¥3500 / ~$25)
- Transportation fee
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- We’re going to take Meitetsu line to Tokoname station (35 minutes by train). It takes about 5-10 minutes walk from the Shinkansen exit to the Meitestu ticket gates at Nagoya station. Please let me know where you’re coming from, let’s meet somewhere easy for you!
