COURSE
Arita Ride: Artisan Town of Japanese Pottery
Overview
Trace the 400-year history of Arita-yaki that fascinated European aristocrats and gained international recognition.
Trace the 400-year history of Arita-yaki that fascinated European aristocrats and gained international recognition.
Trace the 400-year history of Arita-yaki that fascinated European aristocrats and gained international recognition.
Highlight
approx. 9km
In this ride, you'll feel the breath of the artisans, visiting places such as a quarry where raw materials for Arita-yaki were sourced, a unique climbing kiln to fire the craft, and Tombai walls made of re-used waste firebricks that were part of climbing kilns. By interacting with the people in the town, you can learn the real lives and cultures of the artisans.
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Activity Level
Route
Date
Minimum number of attendees
Prerequisites
- Minimum age: 18 years old
- Minimum height: 145 cm
- Health conditions: There are no restrictions on health conditions for attendance.
If you have any medical concerns, please let the organiser know by leaving your note when you apply. The organiser will reply to you.
Start Time / Duration
Start time: - 13:30
Duration: Approximately three and a half hours
*Please complete your registration 10 minutes prior to the start time.
Start Location
What's Included
Attendance, bike rental, helmet rental, drink in a café, and insurance
Contact
Recommended Area to Stay
Ureshino, Takeo, Tara, Imari, or Arita in Saga prefecture