KRaft Gallery A portion of a former tabi (traditional Japanese socks) factory and warehouse, built nearly 90 years ago, has been renovated into a space where visitors can learn about the history and craftsmanship of the Tsubame-Sanjo manufacturing region while actually handling its products.

Step into a traditional blacksmith workshop in Sanjo, the town of metalworking. Under the guidance of master craftsmen, you will heat a real iron nail in a 900°C furnace, hammer it, and twist it into a unique, custom-made paper knife. A hands-on cultural experience and a perfect travel keepsake!

Sie können das Mittagessen in einem alteingesessenen lokalen Restaurant genießen.

Visit the workshop of Makoto Susa, who served for many years as factory manager at Gyokusendo in Tsubame, Niigata, before establishing himself as an independent artist. Today, he is recognized as one of Japan’s leading metalwork artists. Under his expert guidance, you will experience the traditional art of tsuiki hammered copperware and create your own one-of-a-kind copper mamezara (small dish).

Fahren Sie mit dem Fahrrad durch die Industriestadt Sanjo, während Sie ein engagierter Reiseführer zu typischen Orten wie traditionellen Knödelläden und Ständen mit Yakitori (gegrilltes Hähnchen) führt, die in dieser Gegend einzigartig sind.