554-1 Imari-machi Ko, Imari City, Saga Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥1,000
The Sea Silk Road Museum in Imari is located next to the Imari City Pottery Merchant Museum. This museum showcases the history and culture of Ko-Imari porcelain, which was exported to Europe via Nagasaki during the Edo period, earning it the name "Sea Silk Road." Housed in a traditional white-walled building, the museum features exhibits of antique Imari porcelain, a hands-on pottery wheel experience, and a shop where you can purchase Imari ware. Visitors can explore the history of Imari as a key port for porcelain exports and admire the exquisite craftsmanship of Ko-Imari. The museum also offers pottery painting experiences. It's a great place to immerse yourself in the local ceramic heritage.