About Tour Guide Megumi Y.

“Half Day in Echizen: Washi, Knife Making & Laquerware”

This was our 1st trip to Echizen and we had limited time. Megumi picked us up from the train station and graciously transported all of our luggage too! She listened extremely well to our interests and customized a tour that was perfect- she even was able to fit in a quick lunch in a nice park. The washi tour was incredibly moving - and the history and connection will stick with us; Aki, our 80 yr old tour guide is an absolute gem. Megumi was also able to pivot quickly during our visit to the Takafu Knife Center, we were able to visit an artisan in his shop and purchase one of his handmade knife’s. The lacquerware and temple stops were also wonderful. We highly recommend you book a tour with Megumi. She will make your day unforgettable.

Megumi Y.

(3 reviews)

It was truly a pleasure meeting you both and welcoming you to Echizen for your first visit. I’m very happy to hear that the day suited your interests so well — from the moving washi experience with Aki-san, to the spontaneous visit with the knife artisan, and our quiet lunch in the park. Thank you also for being so open, curious, and engaged throughout the tour. Your warm energy made the entire day very special for me as well. Wishing you all the best on your travels, and I hope our paths will cross again someday. Warmest regards, Megumi

“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.

(3 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!

“Had the best day of my entire trip with Megumi!”

Words cannot express what this day brought to me. It was incredibly moving, powerful, scenic, life injecting. The washi paper tour demonstrated all the craft you can imagine and the people I spoke and met with were unforgettable, it literally had me questioning my life and wanting to move to Echizen haha. Megumi was so knowledgable, friendly, and so lovely. We spent the entire day together and it felt like being with a friend the entire time. If you’re thinking about this tour, don’t think! Just do it!!!!

Megumi Y.

(3 reviews)

Thank you for joining the Echizen Washi Village tour! Your smile lit up the day and made everyone in Echizen enjoy sharing the experience even more. If you ever visit Fukui or Japan again, don’t hesitate to reach out. Wishing you all the best on your journey ahead—I’m rooting for you!