The tradition of weaving ‘karamushi' (plant fiber from nettles, known as 'Ramie") has been handed down in Showa Village for generations. Learn more about this tradition at this facility, which house a shop selling locally-produced goods, and an area where you can try ramie weaving for yourself.
| Website | http://www.vill.showa.fukushima.jp/sato.stm (Japanese) |
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| Contact |
Michi-no-Eki Karamushi Ori-no-Sato (Roadside Station) (+81) 241-58-1655 info@Karamushi.co.jp |
| Best Season | All Year |
| Opening Hours |
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM No regular holidays |
| Parking | Available |
| Entrance Fee | Free entrance. There are charges for craft experiences. |
| Access | Azauenohara 1, Sagura, Showa Village, Onuma District, Fukushima Pref. 968-0215 View directions |
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| Getting there | By Car:
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