The artsy ceramics town of Arita, Japan is an underrated travel gem
A lot of people visiting Japan, especially for the first time, tend to stick to the bigger cities – Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and maybe a little bit of Hiroshima and Fukuoka. Understandable, because it’s tricky to know how travel will be when you start to venture off, and whether language will become a barrier to enjoyment. However, there is a wealth of experiences and destinations in Japan that are worth exploring, and if you really want to visit somewhere with plenty to do and not crowded with tourists while still having plenty of resources to get around easily, then Arita is our recommendation.
This idyllic little town is home to a dwindling population of fewer than 20,000, and is built on the ceramics and porcelain industry. You’ll find it embedded in every facet of the town, from the souvenirs in the retail stores and the plates upon which food is served to the museums and activities available. Make sure to check out our previous reels on the ceramics treasure hunt, what we did, and where we stayed in Arita!
Arita 有田町
Arita guide website: http://www.arita.jp.e.ew.hp.transer.com/kankougaido/
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4 Comments
i already know Japanese are disciplined and keep their streets clean but damn, this place looks particularly nice with the clean streets and vibrant tree colors; to the point i thought i could breath the fresh chilly autumn air.
pretty porcelain, too! they are great household items to have (never enough bowls, cups, and dishes when you need them).
WoW! What a gem of a place
Such an amazing place with a fascinating history! I haven't seen people talk about this place at all
I saw your Kouraku kiln vid and made a split second decision to book my second trip to Japan!
I made my whole plan around getting to Arita only to find out the busses to Kouraku kiln aren't wheelchair friendly T_T
Now I'm obsessively watching your channel for other hidden gems, thanks for your great work here! (though I'm low-key blaming you with my new obsession with porcelain, lol)