Kanazawa Art : Long Tradition of Potter's Wheel Experience
Overview
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1 hour
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The only Kutani ceramic kiln in Kanazawa, opened in 1870 (Meiji 3).
We make ceranics by manual from clay blending, shaping on the wheel to final coloring.
We sell Kutani ware pottery made by our kiln, and also offer studio tours, pottery making and painting workshops.
You can try your hand at the potter's wheel using Kutani ware clay. Kutani ware clay is made from a ceramic stone called "porcelain clay," which is very fine and has a unique texture.
The clay is very fine and has a unique feel to it. Unlike ordinary pottery clay, it can be difficult to work with, but the potter will guide you through the process until the finished product is ready. The finished product will be sent to you in about five months.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
You can try your hand at the potter's wheel using Kutani ware clay. Kutani ware clay is made from a ceramic stone called "porcelain clay," which is very fine and has a unique texture. The clay is very fine and has a unique feel to it. Unlike ordinary pottery clay, it can be difficult to work with, but the potter will guide you through the process until the finished product is ready. The finished product will be sent to you in about three months.
What‘s Included
Ware fee
Lesson Fee
Guide is not licensed or certified
Shipping Fee
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Kanazawa Art : Long Tradition of Potter's Wheel Experience
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Our porcelain pottery...
Callum D,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our porcelain pottery experience at Kutani Kosen Kiln was one of the absolute highlights of our entire trip to Japan. The studio is tucked away in a beautifully scenic part of Kanazawa, surrounded by charming little streets and close to both the Nishi Chaya and Nagamachi districts. It felt special from the moment we arrived. It ended up being just my partner and me, which made the experience wonderfully personal. We began with a brief but fascinating tour and explanation of the process before spending a full hour on the wheel with constant guidance from the master potter. It was definitely tricky at first, but incredibly fun and so satisfying. We each got to choose one piece to keep (with the option to pay for extras), which the team will dry, glaze, and fire before sending internationally in a few months - we only needed to cover the postage. My partner made a large matcha cup, and I made a small sake cup that I’m very excited to receive. A beautifully intimate, hands-on experience - highly recommended for anyone visiting Kanazawa!
A wonderful experience
orni d,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had a wonderful time, since I have not worked with ceramics before I was a bit anxious. But everything was explained step by step. The teacher spoke very good english. And i ended up with pretty decent tea cup.
A must hands on art experience!
Michelle S,,Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was so much fun! Very thoughtful instruction. Lots of hands on time and a lovely handmade product that is shipped (for a fee) 4 months later. We did with two teenage boys. Highly recommend!!!
We got to be on TV!
Alec W,,Jun 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The whole experience was fun. They taught us how to properly place our hands so that we didn’t butcher it and made some nice pieces to get mailed to us back home! We even got to be on Japanese TV.
Sports course!
Bummelpeter,,Jun 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you for the Beautiful experience at the ceramic course! It was a lot of fun and very interesting. Also the care was very friendly and nice!
Great way to spend some time
Miranda G,,Sep 5, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The kiln itself is a beautiful space in a lovely part of Kanazawa. My instructor was very patient and kind while I found my flow. I can't wait to get my creation back and have a lovely reminder of this experience.
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