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Hinohara Village Pottery Studio

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Hinohara Village Pottery Studio

檜原村陶芸スタジオ

Tokyo · Kanto

Hinohara Village Pottery Studio offers visitors a unique opportunity to create their own pottery in a serene mountain setting. The studio is known for its beautiful natural surroundings and the chance to learn traditional pottery techniques from local artisans.

Why it's hidden

Many travelers overlook this studio due to its remote location in the mountains of Tokyo.

Best season
Spring · Autumn
Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.8· 117 reviews
Opening hours
Mon 1:00 – 9:00 PM Tue 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wed–Thu 1:00 – 9:00 PM Fri 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sat–Sun 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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

Nearest station
Mount Mitake Station
Website
tnca.tokyo

Today

11:00–19:00

Stored weekly hours

Mon 1:00 – 9:00 PM Tue 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wed–Thu 1:00 – 9:00 PM Fri 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sat–Sun 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

How to get there

From Tokyo Station · ~1h 24m by car

Tags

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