Dive Into Osu’s Spiritual History with a Buddhist Altar Metalwork Master

【OUTLINE】

Aichi Prefecture has the largest number of temples and shrines in Japan. Would you like to feel the splendor of genuine artisanship in Aichi Prefecture? In this workshop, you can learn about the history, culture of Aichi Prefecture, and spirituality of Buddhism by enjoying handicrafts.

【HIGHLIGHTS】

• Aichi Prefecture is the area with the most temples and shrines in Japan. Let's learn the history of Aichi's traditional crafts and Buddhist implements.
  
• The artisan will explain the history of Buddhist altars while looking at the ones actually used in the temple.
• You can make products that you can easily feel in your daily life by using traditional techniques.
• Why don't you feel the spirituality of Buddhism through handicrafts?
• There is no doubt that it will be a great memory of your visit to Aichi.

【SCHEDULE】

[10:00] After gathering at Noyori Co., Ltd., we will explain the decoration of Owari Buddhist altar fittings "Kazarikanagu".
[10:10] Create either an incense holder, a mini tray, a card holder, or an accessory.
[11:10] A craftsman will do the finishing work. We will give you an English map, so please enjoy your stroll through temple town, and Osu shopping street.
 (If you have a guide, the guide will show you around)
[12:00] Go back to the shop and pick up your work.

【DETAILS】

Owari Buddhist altar is a type of craft that has been produced mainly in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture since the early 17th century. Using high-quality wood from the suburbs of Owari as a resource, we have developed this craft as a low-ranking samurai job.
Owari Buddhist altar fittings are made by craftsmen such as woodworkers, lacquerers, foil holders, and metal fittings craftsmen for each production process, so each craftsman is characterized by a high degree of specialization.
Why don't you talk with Kazarikanagu artisans and experience the genuine traditional techniques that are inherited, and see how colorful and precise Owari Buddhist altars are made?

【THINGS TO NOTE】

• Duration：2Hours
• Meeting point：Noyori Co., Ltd.　[MAP]
   1-3-22 Kamimaezu, Naka-ku, Nagoya city, Aichi 460-0013
  
• Access：
  ・20 minutes by car from Nagoya Castle.
  ・Transfer from Nagoya Municipal Subway Station to Fushimi Station on the Higashiyama Municipal Subway Line. 5 minutes walk from Kamimaezu Station on the Municipal Subway Tsurumai Line.
• Language support：Japanese, English(Menu instructions)
  
• Included：
  ・Experience fee
  ・Materials fee
• Excluded：
  ・Transportation expenses
  
• Participation requirements：
  ・Please apply for at least 2 people. 3,000 yen will be added for 1 person. Please contact us for details.
  ・Over 5 years old(12 years old and under must be accompanied by a guardian. )
  ・Wheelchairs are accessible(for one wheelchair per group )
  ・Strollers are accessible.
  ・Not recommended for travelers with back problems.
• Free Wi-Fi：No
• Toilet：Yes(Western style)
• Special support：Luggage storage is available.
• Other things to note：
  ・Photography is not allowed due to copyright and portrait protection.

【CANCELLATION POLICY】

7 to 4 days before the tour date: 40% of the tour price
3 to 2 days before the tour date: 60% of the tour price
The day before the tour date, on the day of the tour: 100% of the tour price