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Sample Village Iwasaki

JGarry at English Wikipedia / Public domain

Sample Village Iwasaki

さんぷるビレッジ・いわさき

Gifu · Chubu

A hands-on workshop and shop in Gujo Hachiman, birthplace of Japan's fake-food industry, founded in 1932 by Takizo Iwasaki; visitors can make their own wax tempura, lettuce, or parfait replica.

Why it's hidden

A genuinely quirky, locally-run craft experience overshadowed by the town's castle and river scenery.

Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.2· 329 reviews
Opening hours
Mon 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tue Closed Wed–Sun 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
¥300 adults / ¥200 students entrance (includes keychain souvenir); hands-on workshop courses extra, reservation required
Nearest station
Gujo-Hachiman Station
Website
iwasakimokei.com

Today

10:00–16:00Sun closedTue closed

Admission

  • ¥300 adults / ¥200 students entrance (includes keychain souvenir); hands-on workshop courses extra, reservation required

Stored weekly hours

Mon 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tue Closed Wed–Sun 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

How to get there

About a 5-minute walk from Gujo-Hachiman Station, or 5 minutes by car from Gujo-Hachiman IC.

Tags

craftsfoodfamily-friendly

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