Kokeshi Painting Workshop

Miyagi Prefecture's kokeshi dolls are divided into five distinct styles: Naruko, Togatta, Yajiro, Sakunami, and Hijiori, each featuring subtly different patterns and shapes. Visitors can learn about the history and manufacturing process of kokeshi while enjoying a painting experience.●Japan Kokeshi Museum74-2 Urimae, Naruko Onsen, Osaki City, Miyagi Prefecture0229-83-3600 (Naruko Kokeshi)●Miyagi Zao Kokeshi Museum36-135 Shinchi Nishisuriyama, Togatta Onsen, Zao Town, Katagata District, Miyagi Prefecture0224-34-2385 (Tōgatta Kokeshi)●Yajiro Kokeshi Village72-1 Yajiro Kita, Fukuoka Hachinomiya, Shiroishi City, Miyagi Prefecture0224-26-3993 (Yajiro Kokeshi)