Say no to mass-produced souvenirs. If you're looking for a unique piece of pottery to bring back home from Kyoto, you'll want to check this festival out. What happens? The Gojō Wakamiya Pottery Festival is a summer ceramics market held in central Kyoto. Reviving the long-running Tōki Festival, once held on nearby Gojōzaka Street, the event brings together potters and ceramic artists from across the region. Expect to find a wide range of handmade wares -- from everyday pieces to more sculptural or decorative work. How to get there From Kyoto Station, take the 206 City Bus and alight at Gojōzaka bus stop. Then, walk about 5 minutes to Wakamiya Hachiman shrine. The entire journey should take around 20 minutes.
The ultimate guide to Japan travel
The ultimate guide to Japan travel
The ultimate guide to Japan travel