Miyajima Traditional Crafts Center is three story building. On the first floor, visitors can see display of traditional Miyajima handicrafts such as wood crafts, clay bells, Hariko paper dolls, etc. On the second floor, you can try making Momiji Manju (maple leaf shaped snack cake). On the third floor, you can make your own Shakushi (rice scoop) and experience Miyajima-bori carving.
Shakushi Making
this movie is only Japanese
Miyajima-bori Carving
this movie is only Japanese
Momiji Manju Making
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Fees for Hands-on Activities
Shakushi Making： ￥324 (Approximate time required: 1 hour)
Momiji Manju Making：￥756 (Approximate time required: 1 hour)
Miyajima-bori Carving：￥1,620 (15cm Tray)(Approximate time required: 1 hour)
Opening Hours：8:30 ? 17:00
(Hands-on Activity opening Hours: 9:00 ? 16:00)
Closed：Mondays (Tuesday, if a national holiday falls on a Sunday)
Application and Inquires：Miyajima Traditional Crafts Center
Tel: 0829-44-1758.
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About Miyajima Traditional Crafts Center
The traditional craft of Miyajima has the history for 200 years.
It has been exhibited. This was established because of the training of successors.People's works under activity have been exhibited in exhibit rooms now. There are practical room and a training room, etc. for the training of successors.This is the place where you can learn the history and traditions of Miyajima through hands-on experiences.
The Miyajima Traditional Handicrafts Center is a three story building.On the first floor, visiters can see displays of traditional Miyajima handicrafts. Engraved trays, engraved tea utensils, clay
bells, and papier-mache are a few of the items on display.
On the second floor, you can try making Momiji Manju (maple leaf shaped waffle).On the third floor, you can create your own Shakushi (rice scoop)&Miyajima-bori Carving.
Instructors are available to assist you with your projects.
The traditional handicrafts of Miyajima Island, which is credited as one of the three most scenic spots in Japan and also has a deep history.
This is said to originate in the Kamakura era（1185-1333）. The finish of wooden bases is beautiful, making use of the natural wood grain's color tone with materials such as Koematsu (the trunks of huge, ancient Japanese red or black pines), horse chestnut trees and Japanese zelkova trees. Otherwise known as Rokuro zaiku, since a rokuro (turning wheel) is utilized in the process.
miyaima's traditional craftwork was created on this island, and each piece is handmade individually by skilled craftsmen.
Pieces are still sold as souvenirs and good-luck items. At souvenir shops visitors can watch craftsmen make the craftwork pieces using their masterful skills.
