Tokeido workshop is located only 2 minute walk away from Inbe train station.
In this establishment, the family perpetuates Bizenyaki art for many generations, as they belong to one of the 6 main families who still use traditional ceramists oven.
Hideaki will receive you every day of the week, however it is necessary to contact him by email 3 days before your visit, as he often travels because of his art and might not available at that time.
The admission fee is 3500 yens per persons.
Your host is able to provide you all the information you need both in English and Spanish.
He will invite you in his workshop to craft yourself authentic Bizen pottery.
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You will be offered to choose the model you will craft (bowl, tea cup , plates) and will receive a specific attention and advice all along your experience.
This work is yours, feel free to customize it !
Also, the functioning of Hideaki's noborigama (climbing kiln) will no longer have any secrets for you as much as Bizen potery specificity!
The workshop surroundings are lovely, calm and full of history.