Kyoto Zuikougama, Kiyomizu Temple
Kyoto Zuikougama, Kiyomizu Temple
4.5
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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7min walk from Kiyoizu Temple! Pottery Trial by Yasaka Pagoda
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leo b
113 contributions
Feb 2019 • Friends
Went as few friends. Great instructors per couple of 3 members. Japanese speaking but not very good english. Find it by the large pagoda. Reserve a time and have some fun with pottery.
They will help with all the steps, and even paint the articles youve made. But that is sent to you about a month later to a address in japan, not sure out of japan.
Aprons and wash facilities are provided.
Id recommend it if you have plenty of spare time in kyoto and fancy something different . The pottery class for about 3,500 yen each lasts about 30 min.
They will help with all the steps, and even paint the articles youve made. But that is sent to you about a month later to a address in japan, not sure out of japan.
Aprons and wash facilities are provided.
Id recommend it if you have plenty of spare time in kyoto and fancy something different . The pottery class for about 3,500 yen each lasts about 30 min.
Written February 10, 2019
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London, UK45 contributions
Jul 2015 • Solo
The instruction is in English and the experience is well set up and easy yet fun, the tricky niggly parts are done for you leaving you to experience the feel and touch of working with clay.
You make your items under tuition and once you have chosen the type and size you work with the clay and then choose a glaze and they will fire it and send it you in around 3 weeks.
You make your items under tuition and once you have chosen the type and size you work with the clay and then choose a glaze and they will fire it and send it you in around 3 weeks.
Written August 11, 2015
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MrsCanola
Shinjuku, Japan49 contributions
Feb 2018 • Family
One instructor was good at teaching in English, and all of us had great fun!
They have either rokuro pottery (pottery wheal) or pottery painting, and we chose rokuro even we can’t yet to paint on it because it’s too wet!
Made an appointment from Kyoto station a day before, recommended by Kyoto tourist information center and had great time!
Just in case you don’t have a Japanese mobile phone, there are many public phones available in Kyoto station, but I suggest giving a message at least a week before, to give them an allowance. No reservation fee asked anyway.
It will take around 2 months for them to finish it up and ship it to us, but worth the try as part of our Kyoto day trip (well, nothing wrong to visit famous temples and historical places though), it takes just less than 2 hours, and it was warm inside while it was so cold outside.
Location is near Kiyomizu temple which structure is known to have built without using nails. So combining poetry experience while interacting with local Japanese is a good combination, specially if you are traveling with teens who are overwhelmed by too many temples.
It takes an hour or so, but since they still need to dry it, go under many process until finally done, you are asked to choose a color out of 5 colors they offer (you could see the sample), and write your shipping address, so they’ll do everything and ship it to you after done, a month or two later. I’m not sure if they could ship it overseas, so better ask them beforehand.
They have either rokuro pottery (pottery wheal) or pottery painting, and we chose rokuro even we can’t yet to paint on it because it’s too wet!
Made an appointment from Kyoto station a day before, recommended by Kyoto tourist information center and had great time!
Just in case you don’t have a Japanese mobile phone, there are many public phones available in Kyoto station, but I suggest giving a message at least a week before, to give them an allowance. No reservation fee asked anyway.
It will take around 2 months for them to finish it up and ship it to us, but worth the try as part of our Kyoto day trip (well, nothing wrong to visit famous temples and historical places though), it takes just less than 2 hours, and it was warm inside while it was so cold outside.
Location is near Kiyomizu temple which structure is known to have built without using nails. So combining poetry experience while interacting with local Japanese is a good combination, specially if you are traveling with teens who are overwhelmed by too many temples.
It takes an hour or so, but since they still need to dry it, go under many process until finally done, you are asked to choose a color out of 5 colors they offer (you could see the sample), and write your shipping address, so they’ll do everything and ship it to you after done, a month or two later. I’m not sure if they could ship it overseas, so better ask them beforehand.
Written February 9, 2018
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soano
London, UK1 contribution
Apr 2017 • Couples
We were happy to find instruction in English as others didn't offer this. The class was fun and the tutor very engaged, helpful and knowledgeable. We're looking forward to receiving our handmade bowls! Thank you!
Written May 1, 2017
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CameraMan620
Leatherhead, UK106 contributions
Sep 2018 • Family
Tō-ji is a Buddhist temple of the Shingon sect in Kyoto, Japan. It once had a partner, Sai-ji and, together, they stood alongside the Rashomon, gate to the Heian capital. It was formerly known as Kyō-ō-gokoku-ji which indicates that it previously functioned as a temple providing protection for the nation.
I have always wanted to travel to Kyoto even the name feels you with excitement, my son and I went in the night, it was peaceful, and had a feeling of so many secrets, haunting, moody and just amazing, here are some photos of our exploring the streets of closed shutters, and at the same time just an incredible experiance.
I have always wanted to travel to Kyoto even the name feels you with excitement, my son and I went in the night, it was peaceful, and had a feeling of so many secrets, haunting, moody and just amazing, here are some photos of our exploring the streets of closed shutters, and at the same time just an incredible experiance.
Written December 23, 2018
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roamer70
Don Lorenzo298 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
Kiyomizu temple was initially conIstructed in the 8th century. Through the centuries the its spring water has had the reputation of having the power to grant health and longevity to those that drink it. Needless to say drinking the water and purchasing the amulets and fortunes are popular with the thousands that flock to visit.
Despite the fact that the main section of the Temple is being repaired it is still a fascinating site. The massive structure built up against a hillside is an architectural marvel. The other buildings that make up the complex still provide ample colour and interest.
The main street leading to the site of course provides ample opportunity for the tourist to purchase souvenirs at all price levels
Despite the fact that the main section of the Temple is being repaired it is still a fascinating site. The massive structure built up against a hillside is an architectural marvel. The other buildings that make up the complex still provide ample colour and interest.
The main street leading to the site of course provides ample opportunity for the tourist to purchase souvenirs at all price levels
Written October 27, 2018
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TravelMeg
165 contributions
Dec 2017 • Couples
Beautiful - a highlight of Kyoto! Be aware, it can get very busy, so I'd advise getting there early. Quite a walk, but worth doing. Great fun and amazing photo opportunities.
Written January 30, 2018
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Sammy J
Amsterdam, The Netherlands8 contributions
May 2017 • Couples
We had some extra time left before we had to catch our train back to Tokyo and came across this cute place. You can choose if you would like to make your own cup or ceramic bowl. We chose the cup, so you can use it every morning for your coffee or thee. They explain how to shape your clay step by step and assist you very well. You can create any shape you wish!
After the molding is done you can pick out your glaze color and it will be send to your home within a month. So when your already back home and the door rings, you will receive the perfect souvenir by post!
After the molding is done you can pick out your glaze color and it will be send to your home within a month. So when your already back home and the door rings, you will receive the perfect souvenir by post!
Written May 17, 2017
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Zio Billy
Lausanne, Switzerland138 contributions
Mar 2017 • Friends
I went there to have a pottery classe with a couple of friends! Everything is very well organised! You first get a demonstration with explanations (the teacher's english was excellent!), then you get to play with your clay ;-) It was a very nice experience and I'm glad I did it once in my life! You can choose what object and shape you prefer and then do it. In the end, your creation will be fired and painted (you can choose the colour) and it will be shipped to you a month later.
I have nothing to criticize - except that I would have liked it to last longer! It goes incredibly fast.. Your having fun and then suddenly your cup is done! I definitely recommend!
You can book you lesson, butvif you are visiting the temples and Gion, you can also go without reservation and it's likely that there will be free slots! Have fun!
(Price: about 3000 yen)
I have nothing to criticize - except that I would have liked it to last longer! It goes incredibly fast.. Your having fun and then suddenly your cup is done! I definitely recommend!
You can book you lesson, butvif you are visiting the temples and Gion, you can also go without reservation and it's likely that there will be free slots! Have fun!
(Price: about 3000 yen)
Written March 19, 2017
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