| You can see various examples of Kumamoto's handicrafts including Higozogan and Kwajiri knives.
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Theme
of the tour:
Our mission involves the improvement of skills as well as the promotion
and introduction of the brand products. We aim at promoting the
handicrafts industry and regional revitalization. You can see handicrafts
made within Kumamoto City such as Higozogan (gold work) and Kawajiri
knives at the exhibition section in the center. You can also experience
making handicrafts. There are some places to visit near the center
including Daijizenji, which is a subsidiary temple to the main temple
of Soto Zen, Eiheiji and places of historic interest and scenic
beauty that were known to be a base for Satsuma troops. |
| Facility Name |
Kumamoto Municipal Crafts Center |
| Location |
1-3-58 Kawajiri, Kumamoto 861-4115 |
| Access |
5 minutes walk from Kawajiri Station
25 minutes by bus from Kumamoto Traffic Center |
| Parking |
Available (for 30 cars and three
large-scale buses) |
| Target |
Students (elementary school, junior
high school, high school and university) and adults |
| The number of people able to tour |
One up to a maximum of 200 |
| Time when the tour is available |
9:00 - 17:00 |
| Time required for the tour |
Approximately one hour |
| Non-business days |
Mondays (the following day will
be closed if a Monday is a public holiday or holiday) as well as
year-end and New Year’s holidays |
| Availability of foreign languages |
No foreign language service is available
so non-Japanese visitors will need an interpreter. |
| Reservation Requirements |
Reservation is necessary. |
| How to apply |
By telephone, fax or mail |
| Applications |
Kumamoto Municipal Crafts Center |
