Fukui Private Tours

“Unique local handicraft tour of Echizen”

I had a private tour of several handicraft workshops and the Takefue knife village. Yoshie was very diligent and responsive from my first contact with her. She continually updated our schedule and kept me in the loop, trying to meet my preferences of what to see and do. She was very organized. We had some miscommunication about the transportation for the tour which we eventually resolved, so please make sure to discuss the transportation and cost. The day itself was very pleasant and I valued having Yoshie as a guide for a region which would have been hard to access otherwise.

Yoshie K.

(53 reviews)

Thank you for the review. I am truly glad that you enjoyed the crafts tour in Echizen covering Echizen pottery, lacquerware, washi paper and knives - the main handmade crafts of the town. I hope you will have an opportunity to do a hands-on experience next time. Take care! Yoshie

“An experience you will never forget ”

Megumi is a wonderful guide that has put together the perfect Washi paper experience. We spent the morning making two different pieces of washi paper with sensei. Making washi paper is harder than it looks and has a mind & body connection. Remember to relax. We had lunch at a spectacular local eatery. Then in the afternoon, we had a personal factory tour by sensei Aki. Sensei Aki is such a delightful person. She is very knowledgeable. Her factory has been operating for 4 generations and at 81 she is one of the 2nd generation of owners. We can’t thank Megumi enough for such an awesome experience! It was delightful in every way.

Megumi Y.

(2 reviews)

Phil san's gentle personality and Theresa's bright smile made the tour so special for all of us, the sensei and myself included! We truly appreciated the time we were able to share together. Please come visit Japan again someday. Next time, let’s all wear matching T-shirts! Thank you so much!

“Echizen Tansu and Sashimono day - excellent.”

From my early communications with Yoshie I was impressed with her quick responses and attention to detail. She went over and beyond my expectations with information, helpful suggestions, and even train times and connections, to make sure our rendezvous with her went to plan. As a group of Australian woodworkers our focus was very specific - Echizen’s tansu/Sashimono artisans. Yoshies plan to visit two makers, a store/showroom, the small local museum, and finally a small manufacturer of metal tansu fittings was excellent. Her choice of a sushi restaurant for lunch, and the small local café for afternoon ice cream was perfect! I was so impressed with her planning for our Echizen day that I asked her to organise the following days site seeing in Kanazawa. Which was another excellent well-paced day. Very highly recommended.

Yoshie K.

(53 reviews)

Hi Martin, thank you so much for your kind and warm review. It stimulates me to continue making tours with a big passion for future guests. I was amazed to see you all were so energetic and visited craftsman's stores/workshops with big curiosities although it was an extremely hot day. Please take care! Yoshie