Stories from the pottery town

Coming Soon! Mashiko Autumn Pottery Fair 2026: The Essential Visitor's Guide

Just two hours north of Tokyo, the tranquil town of Mashiko transforms twice a year into one of Japan's most vibrant art...

Mashiko Farmer's Market-to-Table: Market shopping and Cooking Class with local moms

Looking for an authentic, warm, and hands-on culinary adventure in Tochigi? Mashiko Farmer's Market-to-Table tour offers...

Mashiko 101: The introductory Walking Tour of Japan’s Pottery Town

Come with curiosity. You’ll see and feel.Some towns you only see. Mashiko is one you feel.Nestled in the hills of Tochig...

Mashiko: A Town shaped by Clay and Artisans

Mashiko is a small town in Tochigi Prefecture, located about two hours from Tokyo. It is home to only 20,000 people, but...