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Akabeko Red Cows

These are a traditional toy from the Aizu region, and are made from papier-mache on a bamboo or wooden frame. Their free-swinging heads bob up and down with any movement, make people smile. The origins of Aka-beko come from a large red cow that carried lumber all through the building of a large t...

Akabeko Red Cows
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Shirakawa Daruma

There are records of Shirakawa Daruma (Japanese traditional dolls) being sold as far back as the feudal reign of the Niwa clan in 1627. Current Shirakawa Daruma are known as “Shirakawa Tsurugame Shochikubai Daruma.” The faces of these dolls are painted to incorporate various animals a...

Shirakawa Daruma
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Aizu Urushi Lacquerware

Aizu Urushi Lacquerware has a very long history – predating lacquerware from Wajima or Tsushima. Aizu Lacquerware was originally produced in areas of Aizu that experience very heavy annual snowfall. The industry began to boom about 400 years ago - this development was initiated by feudal lo...

Aizu Urushi Lacquerware
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Shirakawa : Try Out a Relaxing Tea Ceremony Experience

There are many beautiful Japanese gardens in Fukushima where you can view the autumn leaves. If you’re staying in Aizu Wakamatsu, ‘Rinkaku Tea Room’, situated in the park around Tsuruga-jo Castle, is a must-visit. If staying in Shirakawa, how about checking out the Japanese gard...

Shirakawa : Try Out a Relaxing Tea Ceremony Experience
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Kimono Experience in Aizu-Wakamatsu City

You can now try on yukata or kimono at Tsuruga Kimono Rental Shop in Tsurugajo Kaikan, which is located right next to Tsurugajo Castle in Aizu-Wakamatsu City. Tsuruga Kimono Rental Shop opened in April 2019. Rent a kimono or yukata and take photos with friends and family in front of the castle,...

Kimono Experience in Aizu-Wakamatsu City
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Kami-Kawasaki Washi (Handmade Japanese paper made in Kami-Kawasaki in Nihonmatsu City)

Kami-Kawasaki handmade Japanese paper - tradition of over 1,000years. "Kami-Kawasaki Washi" (handmade paper) is famous for its history of over 1,000 years. It was given the name "Kami-Kawasakii Washi" because of its origin in Nihonmatsu City's Kami-Kawasaki district. Du...

Kami-Kawasaki Washi (Handmade Japanese paper made in Kami-Kawasaki in Nihonmatsu City)
Arts & Crafts

Aizu Wakamatsu: Try Out a Relaxing Tea Ceremony Experience

There are many beautiful Japanese gardens in Fukushima where you can view the autumn leaves. If you’re staying in Aizu Wakamatsu, ‘Rinkaku Tea Room’, situated in the park around Tsuruga-jo Castle, is a must-visit. If staying in Shirakawa, how about checking out the Japanese gard...

Aizu Wakamatsu: Try Out a Relaxing Tea Ceremony Experience
Arts & Crafts

E-rousoku painted candles

E-rousoku painted candles are sumptuous items that were long prized among samurai families. Delicate and vivid patterns such as chrysanthemums, plum blossoms, and peonies are painted onto candles made of natural Japan wax extracted from the fruits of lacquer trees. Each candle is still painstakin...

E-rousoku painted candles
Arts & Crafts

Chinkin Taiken (Sunken Gold Design Experience)

The Tradition of Aizu lacquerware in Fukushima Prefecture has continued for 400 years. Try out drawing your own design on Aizu lacquerware at Tsunoda Lacquer Art Studio. Sketch your image in to the lacqerware with a needle and embed gold powder in the groove to create your design. It will be a g...

Chinkin Taiken (Sunken Gold Design Experience)
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Zazen lesson at Aizu Yakushiji temple

How about getting away from the din and bustle to relax your mind in a quiet place? Zazen is a method of meditation which was used by the Buddha when he reached spiritual awakening. It is said that Zazen purifies the mind and awakens a desire to seek one's true nature. It is taught at Aizu...

Zazen lesson at Aizu Yakushiji temple

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