Bonsai Town
Visit Konishi Shorakuen, a 130-year-old bonsai nursery. The fourth-generation head craftsman, who has 20 years of experience under his belt, will teach you how to discern what makes a good bonsai and proper bonsai aesthetics. Try working with a bonsai tree yourself—tasks vary by season.
| Itinerary | |
| ①10:00-10:30 Arrive at Konishi Shorakuen, lecture on how to discern good bonsai and their aesthetics ②10:30-11:10 Walk with the head craftsman around nearby nurseries (Kandaka Shojuen, etc.) ③11:10-11:30 Watch as the head craftsman works with bonsai (pruning, etc.)— a unique chance to see the process up close ④11:30-12:00 Try working with bonsai yourself (task varies by season) |
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| Price: From ¥5,005～ | |
| ・Tour of bonsai nursery ・Activity fee | |
| Facts | |
| Best Time of Year | All year round |
| Ideal No. of People | 1~ |
| Booking Deadline | ー |
| Age Limit | ー |
| Mode of Transport | JR, on foot |
| Cancellation Charge | 4–7 days before departure: 40% 2–3 days before departure: 60% Tour departure day or 1 day before: 100% No show: 100% ＊After payment: 10％ |
Konishi Shorakuen
E-mail kinashi.koniyasu08@docomo.ne.jp
