Discover Japanese Folk Crafts Art

Service Description

Guide is a member of Japan Folk Crafts Art and have been keep eyes on Mingei art for a long time. "Mingei" movement started 1925 with Muneyoshi Yanagi, Kanjiro Kawai, Shoji Hamada. Mingei celebrates the beauty in everyday, handmade objects used by common people, emphasizing functionality, simplicity, and traditional craftsmanship. It include clothing, furniture, eating utensils, and stationary. One essential feature should be that the objects honestly fulfill the practical purpose for which they were made. Your guide Emi has been enthusiastic lover of Mingei movement and has traveled throughout Japan. Especially, have visited more than 20 time Mashiko and Kasama area for pottery festivals. The essence of Mingei still exist here and there in the modern cities around Japan. Guide can customize your tour as “only experience while being in Japan” based on your taste and request. Common notice: Please note that when the guide accompanies guests during meals as part of the tours an interpreter, guests are asked kindly to cover the guide’s meal expenses. Alternatively, the guide may dine separately if guests prefer private time during meals.