Ishikawa Mino Washi Paper Goods Workshop

Perfect for MICE & large corporate group tours｜Enjoy a “SDGs‑friendly cultural experience” with traditional Mino‑washi crafts in an Edo‑period townhouse (built 1760) that accommodates up to 45 guests at once!

Why not add an authentic hands‑on washi workshop to your Japan incentive travel itinerary? At our 1760 Edo‑era townhouse—famed for its “udatsu” fire‑walls—participants craft unique souvenirs while learning about sustainable Japanese papermaking.

Stay up‑to‑date with the latest news from the Mino Washi Craft Experience Shop, a must‑stop for corporate group tours to Japan.

From solo travelers and couples to families and incentive groups, we create unforgettable memories for every visitor.

We can host hands‑on sessions for up to 45 participants simultaneously—ideal for tour operators planning large group travel to Japan.

Our workshop menu includes:

Washi Korokoro dolls, washi uchiwa fans, washi earrings, washi plates, washi pen stands, washi bookmarks, and more.

Follow your creativity and craft an original Japanese souvenir to take home!

Choose from over 30 different DIY kits—check our opening schedule and drop in. We look forward to welcoming your corporate or leisure group!

▼Check our operating days▼

Shop calendar for March – May

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/news/detail_1584.html

Note: While these are our regular opening days, we gladly accept private or corporate group reservations outside the calendar—just ask!

▼Contact us▼

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/contact/shop.html

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Our travel‑friendly washi products are also available online—take a look!

▼Official Website▼

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/shop.html

▼Rakuten E‑commerce Store▼

https://www.rakuten.co.jp/ishikawa-shigyo/

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It’s April and the cherry blossoms are now in full bloom! In Mino City the landscape is turning a gorgeous pink—perfect for a spring blossom tour before or after your corporate event.

After a leisurely hanami, why not book a hands‑on session at our Mino Washi Craft Experience Shop to deepen your sustainable‑tourism program?

Here is the latest information for DMCs and tour planners.

This week’s hot topics

• New seasonal display! Children’s Day items are best‑sellers—add our personalized name‑plaque service for VIP gifts.

• Brand‑new product in store: “Koinobori Sho”—luxury chirimen beanbag carp perfect for premium incentive giveaways.

• Local culture report: the final year of Mino’s women‑only “Megumi” portable shrine—ideal content for niche Japan cultural tours.

• Plenty of availability for summer vacation bookings—secure your group slot now.

• Attention travel agencies: our workshop is highly recommended for incentive, conference and student groups.

• New support program for special‑needs schools & disability groups—ask for details.

• Visitors from 38 countries have already enjoyed our experience—join the global trend!

• Discover why Mino City boasts three different UNESCO listings—add depth to your educational tours.

• DIY kit spotlight—perfect for at‑home team‑building workshops and retail pop‑ups.

• March–May Instagram contest: hashtag #IshikawaShigyoContestSpring2025

• Mayumi’s “Mino Diary”: spring wild‑vegetable foraging—great story material for slow‑travel blogs.

So much to share again this week—thank you for staying with us!

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Seasonal switch‑over! Children’s Day items selling fast—don’t miss our personalized name‑plaque service

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Our in‑store displays have been updated for May festival season, and demand is soaring for our artisan Children’s Day gifts.

This year we launched a guest‑favorite service: custom plaques engraved with the child’s name and birthdate—perfect for luxury FIT gifts or corporate CSR programs supporting local crafts.

High‑tier items include the plaque free of charge; for budget lines it’s available at just ¥330.

Add a bespoke touch that makes each gift truly one‑of‑a‑kind.

Worried about display space? Even compact items can carry a name plaque, so siblings’ gifts line up neatly without taking over the living room.

See the range in person at our Edo‑period shop or add them to your escorted tour shopping stop.

▼Official shop page

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/shop.html

▼Operating‑day calendar

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/news/detail_1584.html

▼Rakuten listing for the name‑plaque service

https://item.rakuten.co.jp/ishikawa-shigyo/55523/

▼Current stamp‑rally campaign—collect stamps while shopping and win prizes! Perfect add‑on for leisure group itineraries.

https://minokanko.com/news/event/p9001/

Udatsu Townhouse Children’s Day Festival

Now through 5 May 2025 (Sun)

Stamp rally held concurrently (hosted by Mino Tourism Association)—our shop is a participating location.

Collect stamps at local stores for a chance to spin the prize wheel—ideal for incentive group free‑time.

New in Store ★ Introducing this year’s flagship “Koinobori Sho” carp set

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Allow us to present our brand‑new luxury chirimen beanbag series: Koinobori Sho.

Hand‑crafted from premium crepe by local artisans, each carp symbolizes healthy growth—an ideal high‑end amenity for incentive trips and VIP corporate gifts.

Already a bestseller in the shop!

Soft, elegant, and meticulously finished so it looks stunning from any angle.

Guests can freely display the carp in multiple poses—perfect for Instagram‑worthy tour content.

Available in four sophisticated colorways to match any interior design or travel‑gift theme.

▼Order “Koinobori Sho” on Rakuten (ideal for drop‑shipping to tour participants)

https://search.rakuten.co.jp/search/mall/こいのぼり翔/?sid=391090

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Local Experience Report ★ The final year of Mino’s all‑female “Megumi” portable shrine

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Every second weekend in April, Mino Festival fills the streets with three events: “Hana‑Mikoshi,” ornate parade floats, and comic street theatre.

The flower‑adorned mikoshi features 250–300 cherry‑pink washi blossoms—an eye‑catching highlight for cultural immersion tours.

▼Festival details

https://minokanko.com/event/category/spring/p6009/

Among the teams is Megumi, a women‑only crew who build and carry their own shrine—2025 will be their grand finale. Our staff will join and share behind‑the‑scenes reports—ideal storytelling for tour operators promoting authentic Japanese festivals.

First step: creating the paper blossoms in a disused local gym, filled with laughter and community spirit.

Stay tuned for the next newsletter when we attach the flowers to the shrine roof!

Remember: our shop is open during the Mino Festival weekend (12–13 Apr). Add a workshop stop while your group enjoys the parade.

▼Workshop info page

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/shop.html

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Plenty of slots left for summer vacation—book your corporate or youth group now!

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Expect another hot Japanese summer—give students or employees a cool indoor craft activity they’ll never forget.

Both private and group reservations are welcome via our online system.

Kids’ clubs, family reunions, sports teams, summer‑camp planners—our washi workshops are creative, air‑conditioned, and fun.

Fan‑making workshops are especially popular for summer CSR or team‑building programs.

With 30+ DIY kits on hand, every participant—from elementary kids to executives—finds something inspiring.

Our staff provide tips, and guests can even research ideas on their phones to personalize projects—perfect for “bleisure” travel trends.

▼Workshop booking page

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/shop.html

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Attention travel professionals: our venue is tailor‑made for incentive & student groups

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Experiential travel is booming—add authentic washi craft to your Japan group tour packages.

We offer 45 seats per session; larger groups rotate between the workshop and a guided stroll through the Edo‑style streetscape.

Create exactly like the sample or unleash personal humor—either way, guests leave with a tangible memory and stronger team bonds.

Our historic 1760 townhouse adds architectural heritage to your cultural‑immersion program.

▼Group‑booking inquiries

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/contact/shop.html

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Support Program for Special‑Needs Schools & Inclusive Travel Groups

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We are committed to accessible tourism and have launched dedicated services for special‑needs schools and disability‑support organizations planning educational trips to Japan.

Exclusive for “Special‑Needs School” or “Disability ID” groups

• One free spin on our ¥300 capsule‑toy machine per participant

• 40 % discount on retail purchases during vocational‑training visits (workshop fee not included)

Our craft menu—Washi Korokoro dolls, fans, bookmarks, plates, pen stands—uses pre‑cut templates. Simply choose paper, apply glue, and create an original piece—ideal for inclusive travel programs and “barrier‑free Japan” itineraries.

Trip planners for special‑needs schools, after‑school day services, or care‑facility excursions are welcome to contact us.

▼Group‑booking inquiries

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/contact/shop.html

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Global Appeal ★ Visitors from 38 countries and counting!

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With borders open and demand for authentic cultural immersion skyrocketing, our workshop has welcomed guests from 38 countries, including recent incentive groups from Italy.

Domestic bookings range from school field trips and corporate retreats to community‑bonding tours—proof of our broad appeal.

Our current visitor map covers North & South America, Europe, Oceania, and wide‑ranging Asian markets—ideal social‑proof content for your marketing decks.

▼Case study: cultural exchange program for international students and expatriate workers

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/news/detail_672_0_0.html

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Why choose Mino City? Three different UNESCO listings in one destination!

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Our workshop hosts up to 45 guests per session; larger groups rotate between crafting and exploring the historic streetscape.

Combine hands‑on washi making with guided tours of:

• UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage: Hon‑Mino handmade paper (2014)

• UNESCO Globally Important Agricultural Heritage: Ayu of the Nagara River (2015)

• UNESCO Heritage Irrigation Structure: Sodai Canal (2020)

These recognitions make Mino City a high‑value stop for educational and sustainable travel itineraries.

▼Discover Mino’s highlights (Mino Tourism Association)

https://minokanko.com/feature/

▼Download multilingual tourist maps

https://minokanko.com/pamphlet/

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DIY Kit Line‑Up ★ Perfect for remote workshops & retail activations

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Looking to add memorable activities to your hotel, resort, or cruise program? Our ready‑to‑host DIY kits require only tables, chairs, scissors, and glue.

From year‑round best‑seller “Washi Korokoro” (twelve zodiac animals, lucky charms, historical samurai) to seasonal fan‑making, we provide turnkey solutions for event planners.

▼Kit wholesale on Rakuten

https://search.rakuten.co.jp/search/mall/手作りキット/?sid=391090

▼Inquiries for OEM or private‑label kits

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/contact/shop.html

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Instagram Contest (Mar–May) ★ Hashtag #IshikawaShigyoContestSpring2025

Post your creations—past or present—for a chance to win premium washi goods. Perfect social‑media engagement for tour groups.

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Mayumi’s “Mino Diary” ★ Foraging spring mountain greens

Our local lifestyle column adds authentic storytelling content—ideal for slow‑travel blog inspiration.

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For media inquiries, tour proposals, or bespoke cultural‑experience planning, please contact us:

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/contact/shop.html

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Ishikawa Mino Washi Paper Goods Workshop

1909‑3 Honjyu‑machi, Mino City, Gifu 501‑3728, Japan

Shop Manager: Mayumi Sato

Tel  0575‑29‑3680 Fax 0575‑35‑1363

Mobile 090‑5851‑4673 Email shigyo@jt7.so‑net.ne.jp

HP: http://www.ishikawa‑shigyo.com/

Feel free to reach out—our team is ready to support your next Japan incentive or educational tour.

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Media coverage highlights: TV features and press releases showcasing our washi experiences—excellent content for tour promotion videos.

▼TV Tokyo “Recharge with Teruyoshi Degawa” – washi doll workshop (YouTube)

https://youtu.be/S8nqVqxGoiI

▼NHK “Marutto Gifu” – washi fan workshop (YouTube)

https://youtu.be/Pn995x3oX9Q

▼Gifu Channel “Meccha Gifu Wakaru TV” – feature clip

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKiDL8-xf_w

▼Press release: “New Forms of Mino Washi” (Gifu Prefecture Tourism Resource Division)

https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000143336.html