Takayama Arts & Crafts Local Culture Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Description
In this tour, your knowledgeable licensed local guide will accompany you on your journey through these local art and craft spots while offering fascinating insights into the origins, history and production techniques of the skilled Hida craftsmanship you will encounter.
Takayama is the best place to experience the fruits of this rich heritage. A myriad of local workshops and retail outlets remain and these establishments sell both folk crafts, such as Sashiko patchwork and Hanga wood block prints, and also traditional crafts borne from ‘high’ culture, including intricate wooden carving and Shunkeinuri lacquerware.
Note*1: You will not be able to see all the sights on this tour. You must choose at most 3 and inform your guide.
Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
Takayama is the best place to experience the fruits of this rich heritage. A myriad of local workshops and retail outlets remain and these establishments sell both folk crafts, such as Sashiko patchwork and Hanga wood block prints, and also traditional crafts borne from ‘high’ culture, including intricate wooden carving and Shunkeinuri lacquerware.
Note*1: You will not be able to see all the sights on this tour. You must choose at most 3 and inform your guide.
Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
Included
Licensed Local English-speaking Guide
Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Takayama
Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Takayama
Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
Excluded
Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Private transportation
You cannot combine tour groups or multiple reservations.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Private transportation
You cannot combine tour groups or multiple reservations.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.