Kyoto Handicraft Center

About

Find authentic artisan souvenirs and watch crafts being made.

Why go

• Find beautiful local handmade pieces to bring back home
• Lesser known side because this is the Kyoto you have to see
• A great place to discover Japanese craftsmanship

Must try

• Watch a handicraft artist at work
• Ceramics
• Woodworks
• Lacquerware
• Textiles

Pro tips

• 5 Minute walk from the Heian-jingu Shrine
• Cultural demonstration like a tea ceremony

Good to know

• Mainly cash only

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Rating

4.2 / 5 (742 reviews)

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