OVERVIEW

The 47th Western Japan Ceramic Festival

🌟 Discover the Magic of Japanese Ceramics & Culture!
The 47th Nishinippon Toujiki Festa – One of Japan’s Top Ceramics Fairs

Get ready for a vibrant, hands-on celebration of Japanese craftsmanship!
The Nishinippon Toujiki Festa is back for its 47th year—and it’s bigger and more exciting than ever. This is one of Japan’s largest and most beloved ceramic festivals, bringing together over 230 kilns and artists from all over the country. Whether you’re hunting for the perfect handmade bowl or simply want to soak in the atmosphere, you’ll find beauty, tradition, and creativity at every turn.

But that’s not all—this isn’t just a market, it’s an experience. Step into the world of Japanese culture with fun, interactive events for all ages:

🍶 Make your own pottery with real artisans
🌸 Watch live Ikebana (Japanese flower arranging) performances
🍵 Join a traditional tea ceremony and feel the calm
🍜 Try soba noodle-making — then eat what you made!

✨ Whether you’re a ceramics lover, a curious traveler, or visiting Japan for the first time, this festival is your chance to discover, create, and connect.

📅 Dates: September 19–24, 2025 (Fri–Wed)
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (until 4:00 PM on the final day)
📍 Venue: West Japan General Exhibition Center, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
🎟 Tickets: ¥400 (advance) / ¥600 (at the door) – Free for high school students and younger
🌐 More info: https://toujiki.jp

✨ Come for the ceramics. Stay for the memories.
Let Japan’s finest craftsmanship and warm hospitality inspire you!