Clay & Culture: A Minoyaki Pottery Experience

Why Join This Pottery Experience?

• Create your own Minoyaki pottery and have it shipped home as a lasting memory.
• Enjoy French or Italian lunch & matcha served on authentic Minoyaki tableware.
• Discover Tajimi’s ceramic culture with a guided gallery visit and Oribe Street walk.

• Available language: English
• Activity type: Small group workshop with lunch
• Duration: 5 hour 30 minutes
• Meeting point: Tajimi station

The Legacy of Minoyaki

Nestled in the ceramic town of Tajimi, Minoyaki pottery has been cherished for over 1,300 years as one of Japan’s most enduring and versatile crafts. Known for its refined beauty, durability, and ability to adapt to modern lifestyles, Minoyaki embodies the harmony of tradition and everyday use. From rustic Oribe designs to elegant Shino glazes, each piece reflects the deep connection between local soil, artistry, and Japanese culture. To hold Minoyaki in your hands is to touch both history and living craft.

A Day of Clay, Cuisine, and Culture

 This immersive experience invites you to step into that world of clay and culture. Begin by shaping your own pottery under the guidance of skilled artisans, then savor a French or Italian lunch and a refined matcha tasting — all served on authentic Minoyaki tableware. A guided walk through The Ground Mino gallery and Oribe Street completes the journey, where you’ll discover how this timeless craft continues to inspire creativity today. From creating with your hands to tasting with all your senses, this tour offers a rare opportunity to live the spirit of Minoyaki in Gifu.

Additional Information

Group size
Small group of 2 to 4 people

What’s Included

• English-speaking tour guide
• Pottery-making experience (approx. 1h45)
• International shipping of your pottery creation
• French or Italian lunch (depending on day)
• Matcha green tea tasting session
• Guided visit to The Ground Mino gallery and Oribe Street

Schedule 
Everyday except Wednesday

Cancellation Policy:

• 80% from 16 to 4 days prior to experience
• 100% from 3 days before to the day

※ Things to know before booking:

Lunch options are French and Italian. Please note that French is only available on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with venison featured in the French main dish. Dishes contain dairy products and eggs. There are meat and seafood alternatives available for selection during booking if required. Please inform us beforehand of any allergies.