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Morioka Handi-Works Square
Morioka Handi-Works Square is near Tsunagi Hot Springs, which is affectionately known as the inner room of Morioka, and is a facility where visitors can get a close look, and even touch and experience various handicrafts. There are workshops for things like Nambu Cast Ironware, dyeing textiles, and Nambu Sembei with first rate artisans crafting products every day. Sometimes you can buy an item that is just right for you while speaking with the craftsman about the products and how they are made. There is also a Nambu Magariya traditional style house unique to the region located on the grounds, and an exhibition of farm implements.
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To contact individuals outside of normal hours, use the phone numbers listed for the individual workshops.
For groups and reservations, contact the local production center’s office at 019-689-2201

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    Ceramics
    Making items including teacups and mugs from clay to the final shaping. Items are shipped after the firing is finished.
    Hokuto-Gama
    TEL: 019-689-2346

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    Ceramics
    Painting unglazed teacups and plates. Items are shipped after the firing is finished.
    Hokuto-Gama
    TEL: 019-689-2346

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    Ceramics
    Painting unglazed mugs. Enjoy each day with a cup that you really like. Products are shipped later.
    Hokuto-Gama
    TEL: 019-689-2346

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    Dyed Textiles (Handkerchiefs)
    Dyeing white fabrics with indigo dye after tying them up with rubber bands or chopsticks.
    Someya Takiura
    TEL: 019-689-2345

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    Dyed Textiles (Scarves)
    Made in the same as handkerchiefs. They measure 40 x 86 cm. Why not make a unique personalized one for yourself?
    Someya Takiura
    TEL: 019-689-2345

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    Dyed Textiles (Noren)
    Made in the same as handkerchiefs. They measure 40 x 86 cm. Enjoy how the design changes based on how you tie it.
    Someya Takiura
    TEL: 019-689-2345

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    Woodworks (Chagu Chagu Umako)
    Chagu Chagu Umako is a seasonal event at the beginning of summer in Morioka. Make decorated folk toys of these wood horses.
    Michinoku Kobo
    TEL: 019-689-2065

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    Woodworks (Kin-no-Bekoko)
    "Kin-no-Bekoko" is a mascot of good fortune and prosperity in business. Made by tying a little coin chest to it.
    Michinoku Kobo
    TEL: 019-689-2065

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    Woodworks (Letter Rack)
    Paint on parts of the Chagu Chagu Umako and then attach them to a rack to finish it. It’s a very nice item.
    Michinoku Kobo
    TEL: 019-689-2065

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    Kokeshi Painting
    Kokeshi are distinct based on their area of origin. Try making a unique kokeshi that is all your own as you paint it by hand.
    Goyosha
    TEL: Call the local production center’s office

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    Top Painting
    A very easy to make folk toy. Use tools like a potter’s wheel to paint a plain wood top to finish it.
    Goyosha
    TEL: Call the local production center’s office

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    Straw Craft (Shinobi Koma)
    “Shinobi Koma” are offered before the altar in prayers for marriage or the prosperity of one’s descendants. Various cloths are used to decorate this folk craft.
    Shizukuishi Mingeisha
    TEL: 019-689-2279

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    Pinecone, Nut, and Berry Crafts
    Make a wreath using dried flowers and natural materials like pinecones. Why not hang one on your wall?
    Shizukuishi Mingeisha
    TEL: 019-689-2279

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    Bamboo Work (Pencil Stand)
    Make a pencil stand using Nambu Suzutake. Enjoy how the color changes as time passes.
    Shibata Kogei
    TEL: 019-689-2736

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    Bamboo Work (Accessory Case)
    Weave Nambu Suzutake to make an accessory case. You can also use it as a case for a remote control or your glasses.
    Shibata Kogei
    TEL: 019-689-2736

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    Reimen Noodles
    The famous Morioka Reimen Noodles. We start from kneading the dough. Participants can eat freshly made reimen noodles.
    Pyon Pyon Sha
    TEL: Call the local production center’s office

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    Weaving (Sakiori)
    Unravel cloth down to the thread, then weave it together again. Enjoy the warm texture.
    Michinoku Akanekai
    TEL: Call the local production center’s office

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    Weaving (Homespun Products)
    Machine-woven mats for vases. The threads are hand-woven sheep wool. Choose the color of the weft yarn.
    Michinoku Akanekai
    TEL: Call the local production center’s office

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    Groups should contact the central office by at least 10 days in advance. (Groups must be 20 or more people per group.)
    For school field trips and other large groups of people, please contact us a month or more in advance with the number of people and activities you would like to try. (For example: (Activity name) xx people)
    For school field trips with less than 20 people, please reserve in advance as well, as you will be treated as a group.

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    Exact schedules of Morioka Handi-Works Square hands-on activities are subject to some adjustment.

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    Private weaving classes are not available on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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    Please note, finished items made in ceramics and ceramic painting classes may take a month or two to finish firing after their formation.
    Crafted items will be delivered by parcel post (COD). For groups, we accept payment in advance on the day of the class.

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    Private groups of less than 20 people should directly contact the workshops.

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    For groups of 20 or more people, please select the activities you’d like to try, but be aware that cast ironware, Nambu Sembei, and manju making classes are only for individuals and may not be selected for groups. Thank you for your understanding.

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    All displayed prices include sales tax.

Access from Morioka Station
Morioka Handi-Works Square

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  • 🚗Car
    Exit the Tohoku Expressway at the Morioka IC and head toward Akita on Route 46. Go to the left at the Koiwai intersection (about 5km).
    🚌Bus
    Take an Iwate Kenkotsu bus from bus stop 10 in front of Morioka Station toward Tsunagi Onsen or Oshuku Onsen. (About 25 minutes)
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