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Iiyama, one of the few places left in Japan where traditional handcrafted art is still alive. Come and see for yourself the REAL art and their makers.
Iiyama Butsudan (Iiyama's Buddhist Altars)
Iiyama's Buddhist altars are famous for their craftsmanship and for the amount produced in one city.
The making of Iiyama Buddhist altars have been a lasting tradition due to the strong belief of the Buddhist Faith of its people and to the right conditions for working with Japanese lacquer, which is used to make the altars. The use of gold plates and gold sheets are used to bring out the elegance of these altars.
Uchiyama Tesuki Washi
The art of making Japanese "washi" paper, "Uchiyama Tesuki Washi", has a history of over 400years.
Handmade Washi Studio
The "Uchiyama Washi" style of papermaking has over a 400year history to its name. One of the natural features of a "snow country" is this art of papermaking. Won't you give this technique of "paper scooping" a try? With the guidance of the instructor you will be able to make your original "washi paper" in just a short time.
Local Japanese Rice Wine (Sake)
How about "Blessed with the perfect combination of fresh mountain air, lush greenery, rich soil, and natural spring water, rice wine in Iiyama is like no other. The unique flavor of this delightful beverage can be enjoyed either hot or cold, in any season."
Tomikura Soba (Tomikura Buckwheat Noodles)
"The secret to Tomikura soba is usage of the leaves of the wild burdock plant, giving it a unique firmness and a rich, dark flavor and color. Adventurous visitors MIGHT be able to find the soba restaurants which are unmarked with no signs or advertisements - local establishments well-known among soba fanatics. But you'll need to make a reservation because the noodles are handmade each day and they boil them as they are ordered.
Sasazushi (bamboo leaf sushi)
This beautifully "pressed" sushi rice on a bamboo leaf is said to have been a delicacy during the civil war period. The people of Tomikura Village during that period, is said to have presented Kenshin Uesugi (a famous lord) with "sasazushi" which was "the perfect food when in combat because the bamboo leaves helped to preserve the freshness of the sushi rice and toppings. The light, natural flavor of this simple mountain food will refresh you for your next battle!