Nagoya: Authentic Gold leaf pasting experience with Master
ID: GYG1481852-2263277
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Learn the art of gilding in Nagoya with a government-certified craftsman. Create your own piece to take home, choosing from a Bishu wool bag or tapestry, and watch the master gild an actual altar.
Meet your craftsman at the temple hall and learn about Nagoya's 400-year altar trade and its gold leaf culture. Begin by brushing the adhesive onto your Bishu wool bag or tapestry, with the craftsman guiding your hand.
While your glue dries, watch the master gild part of an actual Nagoya butsudan. Take photos and videos of this process. Then, return to your piece, lay the leaf, press it down, and finish the surface into something unique.
Finally, photograph your finished work, ask questions about the craft, and browse the artisan's own pieces.
Highlights
- Learn the art of gilding from a government-certified traditional craftsman
- Discover the history of Nagoya's 400-year-old altar trade and gold leaf culture
- Watch the master gild an actual altar while your glue dries
- Create your own unique piece to take home, choosing from a bag or tapestry
- Enjoy a small group setting, ensuring personalized guidance and hands-on help
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The temple is the landmark to look out for.
INCLUDED
- Complete experience kit
- Gold leaf products
- English-speaking guide
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation expenses
- Personal purchases
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
