Kyoto: MIHO Museum & Shigaraki Pottery Private Day Trip

Kyoto, Japan
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesChinese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

How about exploring Japanese art, architecture, and traditional pottery on a private day trip from Kyoto?

Your National Licensed Guide will meet you at your hotel and take you by private vehicle to the stunning MIHO Museum, designed by I. M. Pei.

Continue to Shigaraki, one of Japan's historic pottery towns. Visit the Ceramic Cultural Park, explore traditional kilns at Shigaraki Pottery Village, and stroll along the charming pottery streets.

Perfect for art lovers and those interested in Japanese craftsmanship.

As this is a private tour, the itinerary can be customized to suit your interests.

What's included

  • National licensed guide
  • Private vehicle
  • Admission fee
  • Hotel pick up
  • apx. 15-25 USD per person
  • Personal expenses

What to expect

  1. Kyoto
    1h 30m
    Your guide will meet you at your hotel in Kyoto. From there, let's head to the MIHO Museum by private vehicle.
  2. Miho Museum
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    This museum was designed by architect Ioeh Ming Pei and houses approximately 3,000 pieces of Japanese antiquity and ancient art from around the world along the Silk Road.
    The museum's theme is "a fusion of nature, buildings, and works of art," and one of its features is that approximately 80% of the museum building is buried underground.
  3. 1h
    The Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Centre, located in Shigaraki, Japan, is a facility dedicated to the study, preservation, and promotion of Shigaraki ceramics. Shigaraki is one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns, known for its traditional pottery with a history that dates back over 1,200 years.
  4. Shigaraki Pottery Village
    1h
    Visit Shigaraki Pottery Village, a historic pottery workshop established in 1888. Explore traditional climbing kilns, admire beautiful Shigaraki ceramics and charming tanuki statues, and enjoy shopping for unique locally crafted pottery.
    Closed during the New Year holidays.
  5. Shigaraki Kamamoto Sansakuro Walking Street
    1h 30m
    The Shigaraki Sansaku Walking Street, often referred to simply as "Sansaku," is a charming and picturesque area in Shigaraki, Japan. It is known for its traditional atmosphere and rich connection to the region's pottery heritage. Here’s what makes it special.
  6. Kyoto
    1h
    We will drop you off at your hotel in Kyoto or another location of your choice, where the tour will conclude.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The guide will be waiting for you at your hotel lobby with your name sign.
Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
  • The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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