Kumamoto Arts

Seeing crafts in exhibitions gives you a good sense of the culture that created them and an idea of the craftsmanship involved. However, nothing compares to having the experience of making something yourself. Visitors to Kumamoto can participate in interactive experiences at various craft workshops around the prefecture. Kumamoto City Handicrafts Promotion Center The main place to find craft workshops is the Kumamoto City Handicrafts Promotion Center. You’ll find different workshops every day, each                                                                                                                                         teaching visitors to make a different modern or traditional handicraft. Options include woodwork, bamboo, leatherwork, Higo zogan (a type of gold inlay), and glasswork. Check the schedule and book in advance to join one of the morning or afternoon sessions — you’ll only need to pay the cost of the materials. If you’re serious about learning a craft, there…