Minowashi Unfurled: Create Your Original Japanese Paper with a Master Craftsman - Japanese country-style meal included
Enwrap yourself in the fine art, history, and process of traditional Japanese papermaking. Put your newfound knowledge to practice as a master craftsman guides you with the steps of creation from kozo (paper mulberry) to fine Minowashi. As the washi dries, savor an appetizing home-cooked countrystyle Japanese meal in the comforts of a rustic Japanese home with a history of over 70 years. Soak in the idyllic atmosphere before leaving with your original Minowashi paper, a tangible reminder of a priceless memory. Transport to the picturesque Monet's Pond is available as an option.
Overview
- Season
- 2025/4/1～2026/3/31 (Excluding New Year's holiday, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays)
- Activity Time
- 3 hours
- Place
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Walabeeland
726 Warabi, Mino City, Gifu Prefecture, 501-3788
- Detail
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[Starting point] Walabeeland covered in washi paper
[Destination] Walabeeland covered in washi paper
[Meeting time] 10:00
[Number of participants] 2 to 4 people *Please contact us if you are only participating as a single person.
[Detailed Schedule]
・10:00 - 30 minute introduction to Minowashi papermaking from a master craftsman
・10:30 - 1 hour hands-on washi papermaking session (including preparational steps like chiritori, takuri and more)
・11:30 - Visit the all-washi-covered Warabeeland while waiting for your handmade washi to dry
・12:00 - Enjoy a nutritious and delicious homecooked local countryside lunch
* This itinerary is an example
[Reference price] From 61,400 yen per person
[Recommended points]
Create all-natural Minowashi the traditional way in a washi workshop with a century long history.
See, touch, and feel the countless possibilities of washi as shown in your visit to the all-washi-covered Warabeeland.
[Contact Information]
Discover GIFU
Phone number: +81-(0)58-265-4831 (weekdays 9:30-17:30)
Email address: customer@gifu-tj.jp
- Precautions
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Aprons will be provided for use. Please dress in clothes that you can easily move in.
(Optionals) Gifu Station pickup and send off, sightseeing at the picturesque Monet's Pond with water lillies floating in glass-like water, and colorful carp swimming.
