Discover The Hidden Pottery Town of Tokoname
Overview
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2 hours
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Discover Tokoname’s most iconic destination, the “Pottery Footpath,” with a guided tour led by a local ceramic artist who grew up in the area and studied abroad. Their unique perspective ensures a seamless and enriching experience.
While pottery can be found in many regions, this tour reveals why Tokoname stands out, adding depth to your journey. More than just admiring the scenery, this multilingual tour (available in English, Spanish, and more) offers insights into the history and culture of Tokoname. You'll also have the rare opportunity to interact with local ceramic artists, making your visit truly unforgettable.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guide Fee
Other Personal Expenses
What To Expect
Tokoname City Cermaic Hall
At the Tokoname Ceramic Hall, you'll dive into the rich history and craftsmanship of Tokoname City, a place renowned for its exquisite ceramics. Discover the fascinating story behind one of Japan's oldest pottery traditions and gain insights into the artistry that has shaped this cultural treasure.
Tokonyan
The giant Maneki Neko in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture, is a popular attraction on the Chita Peninsula. Nicknamed "Tokonyan," this 3.8-meter-tall and 6.3-meter-wide cat playfully peeks out from atop a wall. It’s a must-visit photo spot for travelers!
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Discover The Hidden Pottery Town of Tokoname
Reviews
12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
No better way to see Tokoname
Ruth P,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing experience! Touring with a ceramic artist is the best way to explore Tokoname! Mr. Yagi was knowledgeable, kind, patient, and flexible. He spoke English fluently, and facilitated and translated our conversation with the tea master, Mr. Mizuno, when we visited Chaden - Tea Cafe & Teapot Workshop. I enjoyed his tour tremendously, and learned a lot! Incidentally, Mr. Yagi is VERY talented, comes from an artisan family. His grandfather's, his father's and his own works were on exhibit at the Tokoname Ceramic Hall when I visited. If you are interested in Japanese ceramics, sign up for this tour. You won't be disappointed! FYI: The tour I received was not exactly what was described on Viator, but it was what I wanted. Mr. Yagi was quite willing to pivot and give me a tour of my choosing! For this I am truly grateful. (Hidden Pottery Town of Tokoname. Sunday, 10/12/2025, 10:30 AM. 2 hours)
Awesome visit of Tokoname!
Yanick D,
Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had the pleasure of exploring the hidden pottery circuit in Tokoname, and it was such a memorable experience. Our guide, Issei-Touen, took the time to give a lots of information and made it feel anything but ordinary—his deep knowledge and genuine passion for Tokoname and its ceramic heritage brought every stop to life. He spoke excellent English, which made everything easy to follow, and he's even learning French, which was such a fun surprise! If you want to experience Tokoname’s pottery scene with someone who truly loves what he does, this tour is a fantastic choice.
Visit Tokoname, you won’t regret it
Diego M,
Apr 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Issei is a wonderful tour guide, who has a vast knowledge of Tokoname and the history of ceramics in general. As a an artist and potter himself, he has a unique understanding, he even takes you to his shop where you can see his amazing work. Tokoname is a beautiful area and has a rich history, with many amazing pottery pieces you can bring back, I highly recommend.
Tokoname - artistic and historical getaway from Nagoya
mo ram984,
Feb 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tokoname is a lovely getaway around Nagoya. We toured the village with our guide, who showed us the old kilns, pottery workshops and cute village stores. Our guide was very friendly and knew the other craftsmen in the village well. He even let us into his store where we could see his work. If you're passing through Nagoya and have a few hours to spare, don't hesitate to take a trip to Tokoname to find a nice souvenir!
Follow Tokonyan along Pottery Road
setitaiac,
Feb 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I really enjoyed the history behind the Town of Tokoname and Pottery. Having a local Potter (Taka-san) as your tour guide also provided more insights to Tokoname beyond the history of Pottery which was great. The tour locations were easy to follow and the time allowance for the tour was spot on. I would certainly come back to try out pottery making
A beautiful walk to an amazing pathway with history.
Road39694111810,
Feb 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The pathways were beautiful. The crafts are amazing. The tour was fun. The people were friendly, the neighborhood and the tour guides and staff were all accomodating.
Great to know the history of Tokoname!
Dream789986,
Feb 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I enjoyed this tour so much! I knew Tokoname was famous for its pottery but didn’t know all the information our guide gave us! There was so much more to discover than if I had just done the footpath by myself.
Tokoname Guided Tour
agamiz,
Jan 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have visited Tokoname by myself before, but I’ve learned from this guided tour much more than from websites or information plaques. Our guide is a local and talked about different sights with an engaging enthusiasm. I wish the tour could be a bit longer, as I am sure there is more interesting tidbits about the area to learn.
Not for just anyone … for creative purposes peace and quiet loving folks!
Exploration179495,
Jan 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very easy to understand, the English spoken by the guide and he also answered all my questions. Very informative short walk on the Pottery path. Don’t come if you don’t like old things and history! The place is full of clay pipes and old kilns! So if you like pottery, you will enjoy!
Tokoname Ceramic Tour
425temitopea,
Jan 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The views were amazing, the tour guide was very informative. I believe this place will be good for tourist attraction. Ok
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