Fudo Falls and Lacquer Painting Experience

Located about 30 minutes by car from the hotel, this special tour allows you to enjoy both “Fudo Falls,” selected as one of Japan’s Top 100 Waterfalls, and “Ashiro Lacquerware,” a traditional craft that Hachimantai is proud of.

After a stroll around the negative-ion-rich Fudo Falls, try your hand at lacquer painting on chopsticks at the Ashiro Lacquerware Studio.
Under the guidance of a craftsman, you will create your own unique, one-of-a-kind original work.

This is a unique Hachimantai experience tour where you can fully enjoy the charms of nature, culture, and craftsmanship in half a day.

Period

Held every Friday until November 27, 2026 (Fri)

Opening Hours

8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Location

Hachimantai Area

Itinerary

8:30 AM: Depart from ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen
→ 9:00 AM: Arrive at Fudo Falls
→ 9:50 AM: Arrive at Ashiro Lacquerware Studio
→ 10:00 AM: Lacquer painting experience (approx. 1 hour)
→ 11:10 AM: Arrive at Kojiya Motomiya
→ 11:30 AM: Depart from Kojiya Motomiya
→ 12:00 PM: Arrive at ANA Crowne Plaza; Tour ends

Please complete check-in at APPI Explore on the 1st floor of the ANA Crowne Plaza Tower at least 10 minutes before the tour starts.

Pricing

Ages 13+: ¥12,000 per person | Ages 6–12: ¥11,000 per person
Japan Resident Discount: Ages 13+: ¥9,000 per person | Ages 6–12: ¥8,000 per person
Price includes: Guide fee, transportation, insurance, lacquer painting experience, and consumption tax.

Capacity

2–9 people

Target Audience

Ages 6 and up

How to Participate

Online Booking: Until 5:00 PM, 3 days before the event

Equipment & Items

[About the Waterfall Walk]
Fudo Falls is a natural environment. Please be aware that the stairs and walking paths around the waterfall may be wet and slippery. We recommend wearing comfortable, non‑slip footwear.
The tour will proceed in light rain. In the event of severe weather, the itinerary may be subject to change.

[About the Lacquer]
Lacquer (urushi) is a natural material, but depending on your constitution, it may cause skin rashes or allergic reactions.
If you have an allergy to lacquer or have experienced a rash from it in the past, please refrain from participating.

Please bring your own apron.
Additionally, please wear clothing that you do not mind getting dirty.
If lacquer gets on your clothes, it cannot be removed even by washing.

[About Shipping Your Work]
Due to the drying process, you cannot take your work home on the day of the tour.
Your finished piece will be shipped approximately 4 weeks after completion.
Shipping within Japan is included in the price.
For international shipping, actual shipping costs will be charged separately.

Inquiry

APPI Explore Tel: 0195-73-6228 (10:00 AM–5:00 PM)
Email: appiexplore@ihr.co.jp

Gallery

安比高原 - Fudo Falls and Lacquer Painting Experience

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