Special Tour to a Stone Workshop in Kameoka, Kyoto | Workshop Visit and Matcha Grinding Experience with a Stone Mill
Journey to the Stonemasons' Village in Kameoka, Kyoto.
Kyoto Museum of Traditional Crafts will host a special tour to visit Saida Stone Store (SAIDA), which has its workshop in Kameoka, Kyoto.
The stonemasons' techniques, passed down for generations, include the making of stone lanterns. On this tour, you can experience the work of the artisans up close while learning about the history of stonemasonry and the local environment.
Experience Traditional Techniques and Culture in the Stonemasons' Village
The tour will visit the large torii gate and the Stonemasons' Shrine in the village, introducing the local stone culture rooted in the community.
Next, visit the Saida Stone Store workshop. Discover the stonemasonry techniques passed down by the fifth-generation owner, Takaaki Saida, and his young successor, Kaito Saida, as well as their efforts to create products that fit modern lifestyles.
You can also experience grinding matcha with a stone mill. Enjoy a special time to see, touch, and feel the appeal of stone.
Event Overview
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Date:
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Time: Morning session 10:00–12:00 / Afternoon session 14:00–16:00
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Duration: Approximately 2 hours
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Meeting place: JR Kameoka Station (shuttle service to the site available)
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Capacity: 10 people per session
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Participation fee: 9,000 yen (tax included)
Experience
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Field tour of the Stonemasons' Village
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Saida Stone Store workshop visit and demonstration
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Matcha grinding experience using a stone mill
For those interested, a stone candle holder making experience is also available for an additional 12,000 yen (tax included).
Registration
This special tour is limited to 10 people per session. If you wish to participate, please check the details on the product page below and register.
Click here for tour details and registration
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