Visitors will be able to see some of the artworks on display in the Seikado as they are being made by the hands of craftsman, and will be given an explanation of the particulars of production and the highlights of metalworking crafts.
Applications can be made using the application form below. The production workshop is not usually open to the public, so please take advantage of this opportunity.
Date / How to apply
Workshop tour takes approximately one hour and can only be arranged in person using the dedicated form below (applications by telephone or email are not accepted). Please note that this is not possible by telephone or email.
Application Form：Sat 16 November / 11:00〜Application Form：Sat 16 November / 14:00〜
*Capacity: 6 (first-come, first-served; Applications will be closed when capacity is reached).
*All applications must be received by 18:00 14 November (2 days before the event).
Contents
- Learn about Seishakudo and the history of metalworking.
- Learn about metal materials.
- Explanation of metal crafts in rows
- Tour of the production site (learn about production methods and tools)
- Q&A session
Note: Explanations are basically given in Japanese, but English-speaking staff is available to provide supplementary information in English as necessary.
Participation fee
1,100 yen (incl. tax, with souvenir)
Venue
Seikado （Access information）
5-minute walk from Kyoto City Subway Shiyakusho-mae Station.
