Craft Town Matsumoto, From Folk to Contemporary
More than just a castle, Matsumoto has a vibrant craft scene with a strong legacy
Silk Dyeing (Komagane Silk Museum Workshop)
Dedicated to honoring the area’s sericulture roots, th...
Uchiyama Style Japanese Paper Making (Iiyama City Hand-made Paper Workshop)
‘Washi’ (Japanese traditional paper) is made from wood ...
Wear a Kimono (Nakano)
The Hakuna matata salon in Nakano City offers visitors a ...
Taiko Drumming
Suwa Taisha Shrine’s taiko drumming group, the nationa...
Matsumoto Temari Handballs
Matsumoto’s most well-known folk craft: colorful “tem...
Glass Blowing (Azumino Glass Studio)
Azumino, known for its pristine waters and stunning pas...
Kiso Lacquer Ware Making (Kiso Kurashi no Kougeikan)
Kiso Urushi (Lacquer Ware) is an officially recognized ...