Experience Hagi-yaki from clay to craft through 3 immersive days in Hagi. Create your own pieces in a historic workshop, meet a master potter, and explore the samurai town where this distinctive ceramic tradition has flourished for centuries.
Duration
3D/2N
Group Size
2−4 guests
*Private tour
Season
Year-round
Price
From ¥268,000 per guest
Highlights
Create Your Own Hagi-yaki:
Spend two days creating your own Hagi-yaki pieces under the guidance of a master potter at one of Hagi’s historic kilns.
Discover the Pottery Cherished by Samurai:
Learn how Hagi-yaki was cherished by samurai and lords for centuries, and discover 400 years of tradition, craftsmanship, and culture with a master potter.
Experience Hagi Beyond the Kiln:
Explore Hagi’s historic castle town, enjoy local cuisine, and discover the landscapes and traditions that have shaped Hagi-yaki culture.
Itinerary
9:30 am — Meet at Shin-Yamaguchi Station and travel to Hagi by private vehicle.
11:00 am–6:00 pm — Hagi-yaki Making (Day 1)
Begin your private Hagi-yaki experience at a historic kiln and learn the traditional techniques of making Hagi-yaki under the guidance of a master potter.
6:15 pm — Check in at the hotel.
*Lunch: Self-purchased (up to ¥1,500 included) / Dinner: Hotel
*Stay at Hagi Honjn
8:30 am — Depart from the hotel.
8:45 am–12:15 pm — Samurai Town Cycling
Explore Hagi’s historic castle town by electric bike, discovering its samurai heritage, historic streets, and scenic surroundings.
1:30–4:30 pm — Hagi-yaki Master Potter Experience
Enjoy an exclusive private experience with the 14th-generation master potter of a kiln with over 400 years of Hagi-yaki tradition. Discover the history, craftsmanship, and enduring spirit behind one of Japan’s most distinctive ceramic traditions.
*The Samurai Town Cycling tour can be replaced with a walking tour upon request.
*Breakfast: Hotel / Lunch: Local restaurant / Dinner: Hotel
*Stay at Hagi Honjn
8:00 am — Depart from the hotel.
8:15 am–3:30 pm — Hagi-yaki Making (Day 2)
Continue your hands-on Hagi-yaki experience and complete your work under the guidance of the master potter.
4:00–5:00 pm — Travel from Hagi to Shin-Yamaguchi Station by private vehicle.
*Breakfast: Hotel / Lunch: Self-purchased (up to ¥1,500 included)
Hagi Honjin
A popular onsen hotel featuring 14 different types of hot springs. In addition to twin rooms, single rooms are also available.
*Occupancy: 1–3 guests per room
Tomoe Ryokan — Upgrade Option
A historic ryokan with over 100 years of history, offering garden-view rooms and a blend of traditional Japanese charm and modern comfort.
*Additional cost: Approx. ¥15,000 per guest, per night
*Occupancy: 1 – 4 guests per room
Tour Details
| Season | Year-round |
| Duration | 3 days / 2 nights |
| Group Size | 2 – 4 guests |
| Meeting and drop-off point | In front of the Shinkansen ticket gates at Shin-Yamaguchi Station |
| Price (tax included) | 2 guests: ¥283,000 per guest 3 – 4 guests: ¥268,000 per guest |
| Included | – Private transfer: Shin-Yamaguchi ⇆ Hagi – 2-night stay at Hagi Honjin with breakfast & dinner – 3 lunches, including up to ¥1,500 per person per day for self-arranged lunches on Days 1 & 3 – English-speaking local guide during sightseeing – All Hagi-yaki making and other experience fees – All admission fees – International shipping for up to 3 standard-sized Hagi-yaki pieces |
| Excluded | – Transportation to/from Shin-Yamaguchi Station before and after the tour – Personal expenses – Drinks not included with meals – Travel insurance |
| Participant Requirements | – Minimum height: 135 cm (4 ft 5 in) – Participants must be able to ride a bicycle independently and safely. |
| Booking Conditions | Advance requests of at least 14 days are recommended. |
| Cancellation Policy | 21 days or more before the start date: No charge 20–8 days before the start date: 20% 7–2 days before the start date: 30% 1 day before the start date: 40% On the start date (before departure): 50% After departure / No-show: 100% |
| Note | – All daytime tours start and end at the Discover HAGI Tours office (next to The Hagi Bus Center). Complimentary hotel shuttle service is available between the hotel and our office. Please contact us if you prefer a private vehicle for the entire itinerary. – The itinerary and tour activities may be adjusted due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. – Restaurants may be changed to another local restaurant depending on availability. – The Samurai Town Cycling tour can be replaced with a walking tour upon request. – Hagi-yaki pieces require time for drying and firing before they can be shipped, so they are generally ready for international shipping approximately three months after the tour. – Additional charges may apply depending on the size and number of pieces being shipped. |