Exclusive Iga Yaki Donabe Cooking Experience at the Nagatani-en Kiln Estate

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Iga , Marubashira area
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Exclusive Iga Yaki Donabe Cooking Experience at the Nagatani-en Kiln Estate

2 hours 30 mins
Private Workshop

Led by the 8th-generation owner of Nagatani-en Pottery, this exclusive experience begins with a private guided tour of the historic estate. Guests will explore the pottery grounds and discover the secrets and unique characteristics of Iga-yaki donabe (clay pots) through informative displays, offering a rare opportunity to connect with the artisans behind the craft.

You will then gain exclusive access to a nationally registered Tangible Cultural Property—the former residence of the kiln’s founding family. Inside this historic setting, you will participate in a private, hands-on cooking workshop featuring the signature "Kamado-san" donabe.

This immersive workshop invites you to cook your own rice and prepare miso soup, all using traditional donabe cookware. As the steam rises and rich aromas fill the room, you will experience not only the art of cooking but also the very essence of Japanese culinary culture and daily life.

  • 01
    Discover the Art of Iga-yaki at Nagatani-en
    30 mins
    Established in 1832, Nagatani-en is a historic Iga-yaki pottery kiln with a rich heritage. Utilizing the unique, porous "Iga coarse clay" sourced from the 4-million-year-old ancient Lake Biwa sedimentary layer, the kiln crafts highly functional, premium clay pots—including their masterpiece "Kamado-san"—as well as beautiful tableware for daily life. A highlight of the estate is the historic 16-chamber climbing kiln, a nationally registered Tangible Cultural Property.
  • 02
    Private Donabe Cooking Experience
    1 hours 30 mins
    You will be granted exclusive access to the historic former residence of the kiln's head family, a nationally registered Tangible Cultural Property. Inside this private, rarely seen setting, you will participate in a hands-on cooking workshop featuring Nagatani-en’s signature "Kamado-san" donabe.

    Under expert guidance, you will cook local Iga rice to perfection and prepare miso soup using traditional donabe cookware. Through this cooking and tasting experience, you will discover the remarkable way these clay pots naturally enhance the true flavors of every ingredient.
  • 03
    Explore the On-Site Gallery and Gift Shop
    30 mins
    Following the experience, you are welcome to explore our on-site gallery and gift shop at your leisure. Please feel free to browse and pick up the various Iga-yaki pieces on display, including the very donabe (clay pots) you used during the workshop.

Price Per Group
73,000~（2 people)
¥13,000 per additional person
  • Duration
    2 hours 30 mins
  • Location
    Nagatani-en
  • Meeting Point
    Meeting location details will be sent after booking.
  • Attire
    No specific requirements
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Payment Method Advance payment required

Booking Deadline / Release Policy Reservations must be confirmed at least 14 days prior to arrival

Cancellation Policy

  • 10 days prior to arrival: 30% cancellation fee
  • 1 day prior to arrival: 50% cancellation fee
  • Same day cancellation / no-show: 100% cancellation fee

Additional Notes

  • If you have any allergies, please inform us in advance.
    Depending on the nature of your allergy, we may not be able to accommodate your request.

Included

  • Donabe rice
  • Donabe miso soup
  • Donabe steamed vegetables

Not Included / Optional

  • Guide fee
  • Transportation / private transfer fee

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