＜Tsugaru Traditional Crafts Center＞Gateway to Experiencing the Traditions of Tsugaru in Aomori Prefecture｜Aomori,Tsugaru PeninsulaFor recommended sightseeing and leisure spots inTabiiro

Gateway to Experiencing the Traditions of Tsugaru in Aomori Prefecture

This complex in Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture, showcases the traditional crafts and lifestyle culture of Tsugaru. Visitors can see demonstrations and try their hand at Tsugaru lacquerware, Tsugaru Kogin embroidery, and sakiori weaving. The facility also features a restaurant serving local cuisine, a foot bath, and a craft shop, making it a popular hub for tourism and community exchange. With a multi-purpose hall for events, it offers opportunities to experience Tsugaru culture throughout the day.

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Tsugaru Flavours and Traditions Offering Comfort and Delight

In addition to hands-on craft activities, the facility offers a foot bath, a restaurant serving local cuisine, and a shop with traditional crafts. Guests may unwind in the foot bath, savour Tsugaru’s flavours at the restaurant, and browse souvenirs such as Tsugaru Kogin embroidery. Opportunities to meet artisans add to the charm, making it an appealing destination for families, couples, and cultural travellers.

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Tranquil Space Blending Natural Beauty and Cultural Heritage

Surrounded by nature in all four seasons - cherry blossoms in spring, green trees in summer, autumn leaves, and snowy scenery in winter - you can encounter different charms each time you visit, creating a comfortable space where culture and nature coexist in harmony. The small but multi-purpose Densho Hall is used for local banquets and events and is a popular hub for community interaction.

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A Place to embrace the Gentle Flow of Time in Tsugaru

At "Tsugaru Traditional Crafts Center," the centuries-woven heritage of Tsugaru’s people and everyday life is not only displayed but experienced - through hands-on making and tastings. With so much to discover, it rewards an unhurried, full-day visit.

01. Browse and purchase Tsugaru-style kokeshi dolls, with displays of dolls from across Japan.
02. Find traditional Tsugaru crafts such as kogin embroidery and sakiori weaving - ideal for souvenirs.
03. Shop for fresh local produce sold directly at great prices every day

Tsugaru Traditional Crafts Center

Address

65-1 Tomiyama, Kuroishi City, Aomori

Access

[Car] 9 minutes from Kuroishi IC on the Tohoku Expressway, ]40 minutes from Aomori Airport; [Train] 30 minutes by car from Hirosaki Station on the JR Ou Main Line

Official Website

https://denshokokeshi.com/

TEL

+81-172-59-5300Please inform the staff that you found us through "Tabiiro."

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Business hours

9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

Regular Holiday

Mondays *Only from December 1st to March 31st, if a national holiday falls on a Monday, the following Tuesday will be closed, and from December 29th to January 3rd

Fee

Free admission

Parking

Not available