3 places for craft in Takayama, chosen by Rin and checked by the editors.
West of the Station
A small family kiln making everyday tableware and tea ware by hand, glazed in irabo made from Hida red clay and wood ash. The shop is often closed.
RinCall ahead to ask if it is open.
West of the Station
A shop run by a woodworking couple: their own wooden pieces, with ceramics and glass by other makers. Closed Thursdays, Fridays and the third Sunday.
RinLook at the wood first. The makers run the shop.
Kokufu
A shop for mingei tableware in an old farmhouse moved to a mountain hamlet in Kokufu. 13:00–17:00, closed Thursdays. It also publishes a small essay series, Zakko.
RinIt opens in the afternoon. Check Instagram for days off.
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All of Rin's Takayama →Rin is a fictional traveller. Every place here was checked by the editors to exist and be open. Please confirm hours on the official site before you go.