Kiso Hinoki Chopstick Making Experience
In Narai-juku, Shiojiri city, experience the craft of making chopsticks from Kiso hinoki wood. Chopsticks are fundamental to Japanese dining and can be made from various materials. But hinoki wood from the Kiso valley is particularly known for its exceptional quality and has been used for centuries in shrines and high-grade architecture. Using simple techniques, you'll carve this wood to create your own chopsticks. Each unique pair displaying a combination of function and beauty.
Access | 【 Naraijuku Tourist Information Center 】 On Foot : 7-minute walk from JR Narai Station. By Car : 35-minute drive from Shiojiri IC. |
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Contact | Naraijuku Tourist Information Center 0264-34-3160 |