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
DescriptionMatsumoto’s most well-known folk craft: c...
Glass Blowing (Azumino Glass Studio)
DescriptionAzumino, known for its pristine waters and ...
Kiso Lacquer Ware Making (Kiso Kurashi no Kougeikan)
Kiso Urushi (Lacquer Ware) is an officially recognized ...