Greater Tokyo

Explore Art and Craftsmanship

Set off on a journey to discover the essence of art and craftsmanship. Engage in hands-on creative experiences, explore stunning architectural designs, and appreciate the seamless blend of tradition and innovation, offering fresh inspiration and a deeper connection to artistic expression.

JR TOKYO Wide Pass

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Tokyo Station Makers’ Base Tokyo Chichibu Orijuku Koubou Yokoyama SHIROIYA HOTEL
Day2
SHIROIYA HOTEL Maebashi Galleria Arts Maebashi The Former Inoue Residence

To fully enjoy this itinerary, we recommend the JR TOKYO Wide Pass as a flexible and affordable way to explore the Kanto region. With this pass, you can conveniently travel from Tokyo to Kumagaya and Takasaki via Shinkansen, even for short distances, ensuring a smooth and efficient journey. Plus, on your return, you can take advantage of the pass to ride the Shinkansen back to Tokyo, making your trip both seamless and cost-effective. Whether you're engaging in hands-on creative experiences or admiring the blend of tradition and innovation, this pass allows you to explore the region with ease while immersing yourself in its artistic essence.

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Tokyo Station

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Tokyo Station – Hibiya Station

Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line 【Additional fare required】

Hibiya Station – Naka-meguro Station

Tokyu Toyoko Line 【Additional fare required】

Naka-meguro Station - Toritsu-daigaku Station

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Toritsu-daigaku Station - Makers’ Base Tokyo

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Makers’ Base Tokyo

This DIY Workshop in Tokyo’s trendy Meguro Ward offers visitors a chance to learn the art of kintsugi under the instruction of a skilled artisan. The concept of kintsugi, repairing broken ceramics with gold lacquer, has grown in popularity in recent years. For some, it is a form of therapy and meditation, a symbolic restoration of something broken in their lives, made beautiful by highlighting the flaw rather than hiding it. For others, it’s simply a way to enjoy a traditional Japanese craft that has been practiced for nearly 500 years.

Makers’ Base Tokyo

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Makers’ Base Tokyo – Toritsu-daigaku Station

Tokyu Toyoko Line 【Additional fare required】

Toritsu-daigaku Station – Shibuya Station

JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line 【JR TOKYO Wide Pass】

Shibuya Station – Kumagaya Station

Chichibu Main Line 【Additional fare required】

Kumagaya Station – Higuchi Station

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Higuchi Station – Chichibu Orijuku Koubou Yokoyama

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Chichibu Orijuku Koubou Yokoyama

Discover the artistry of Japanese crafts at Chichibu Orijuku Koubou Yokoyama, where over a century of dyeing and weaving heritage comes to life. Located in the Chichibu area of Saitama Prefecture, this workshop offers visitors an immersive experience in traditional techniques with more than 100 years of history, including Chichibu Meisen, Nagatoro indigo dyeing, and plant dyeing. Suitable for both experienced artists and curious beginners, it’s an inviting space to challenge your own creativity while embracing Japan’s rich textile traditions.

Chichibu Orijuku Koubou Yokoyama

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Chichibu Orijuku Koubou Yokoyama – Higuchi Station

Chichibu Main Line 【Additional fare required】

Higuchi Station – Kumagaya Station

JR Joetsu Shinkansen 【JR TOKYO Wide Pass】

Kumagaya Station – Takasaki Station

JR Ryomo Line 【JR TOKYO Wide Pass】

Kumagaya Station – Maebashi Station

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Maebashi Station – SHIROIYA HOTEL

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SHIROIYA HOTEL

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SHIROIYA HOTEL

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Maebashi Galleria

Maebashi Galleria is an architectural marvel where visitors can experience contemporary Japanese culture through local art, events, and accommodation in Gunma.

Maebashi Galleria

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About 5 mins

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Arts Maebashi

Discover a space dedicated to fostering creativity, cultural exchange, and meaningful connections. ARTS MAEBASHI is a museum that functions as a cultural hub; a place where art enriches lives and shapes the local community.

Arts Maebashi

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Arts Maebashi – Maebashi Station

JR Ryomo Line 【JR TOKYO Wide Pass】

Maebashi Station – Takasaki Station

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Takasaki Station – The Former Inoue Residence

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The Former Inoue Residence

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