Pottery fans, mark your calendars. What happens? The Himeji Pottery Fair returns to Ōtemae Park, steps away from Himeji Castle. Potters from across Japan gather here with a stunning range of ceramics for display and sale. Beyond watching the artisans do their thing in live demo sessions, you'll also get to try it yourself. Give wheel-throwing, plate-painting, and kintsugi (using gold to repair broken items) a try. How to get there The event takes place at Ōtemae Park, located a short walk from JR Himeji Station and right next to Himeji Castle.