6 Recommended Experiential Spots in Aichi Prefecture! Fully Satisfying Even on a Day Trip♪

Since you’re traveling in Aichi, why not try something out of the ordinary? We’ve picked six hands‑on spots where you can enjoy Aichi even on a day trip. From pottery and gourmet fruit picking to jewelry making, bungee jumping, and bouldering, Aichi offers a variety of interactive experiences you can create and enjoy with your own hands and body. What memories and thrills will you make? Here are six spots to make your Aichi trip even more exciting!

1. Pottery Studio Tōsui – Create Your Own One‑of‑a‑Kind Ceramics, Even as a Beginner

Pottery Studio Tōsui is the perfect spot to debut at pottery making during your Aichi sightseeing. Inside, a retro, relaxed atmosphere gives way to the working studio of the artisans. You can browse a wide variety of finished pieces—and then join a pottery workshop for hands‑on fun. Even first‑timers are in good hands: skilled craftsmen offer careful, step‑by‑step guidance.

Rather than enforcing strict rules, they encourage free creative expression: start by making whatever you imagine. Spend two hours at the wheel, enjoying the smooth feel of the clay as you carefully craft your piece, and experience a luxurious sense of time that you rarely get in everyday life.

In the midst of a busy travel schedule, this is a chance to savor the essence of pottery. You can make teacups, plates, small sculptures—whatever you like—so be sure to stop by Pottery Studio Tōsui during your Aichi visit.

2. Gamagōri Orange Park – Savor Fruits Nurtured by Aichi’s Nature to Your Heart’s Content

At Gamagōri Orange Park in Gamagōri City, Aichi, you can taste fruits at their peak freshness to your heart’s content. This orchard‑theme park represents Aichi’s fruit‑growing heritage, offering fresh fruit picking all year round.

Fruit‑picking season schedule is January–May: Strawberries, Late June–Late July: Delaware grapes, Mid‑August–September: Kyoho grapes, June–September: Melons, and October–December: Mandarins.

You can take home whatever you pick, and there’s even an all‑you‑can‑eat plan. Experience Aichi’s fruits with all five senses—sight, touch, smell, and, of course, taste!

Recommended: Winter mandarin picking. Gamagōri mandarins are renowned for their rich sweetness and crisp acidity—pick and eat as many as you like. There’s also a BBQ or seafood grilling option to pair with your fruit‑picking adventure, making this a truly all‑in‑one experience.

3. LITA – Over 20 Unique Craft Workshops for a Fantastical, Out‑of‑This‑World Experience

LITA is a stylish workshop space in Nagoya where you can enjoy a variety of DIY experiences. Originally a high‑end select shop for carefully curated goods and clothing, LITA retains its refined antique‑meets‑modern aesthetic and hidden‑gem charm. You can choose from over 20 workshop menus—candles, wreaths, accessories, snow globes, and more—making it a must‑visit for the fashion‑savvy.

Other options include pressed‑flower iPhone cases and fragrance‑infused food samples made with “fragrance mousse.” Each course includes expert advice from highly creative staff, ensuring you have a fun, professional‑quality craft experience—normally the kind of things you’d need multiple expensive lessons to achieve, here for just ¥3,000–4,000 (as of November 2016).

4. Caravella – Make Your Own Original Commemorative Ring, Even on Your First Try

In Nagoya, Caravella is a chic DIY jewelry studio. Workshops let you create not only simple, approachable accessory designs but also romantic couple rings—perfect for making your own original rings or pair necklaces on your Aichi trip.

All courses are small‑group, so if you get stuck or need design ideas, staff are right there to help. As specialists in custom accessories, they’ll guide you smoothly through your first‑time jewelry making. A shop next door lets you browse ready‑made items for inspiration or a souvenir.

5. Let’s Bungee Jump in Aichi’s Great Outdoors at Minamichita Green Valley

Show off your courage! Minamichita Green Valley, home to Japan’s first bungee jump, is Aichi’s premier thrill spot. When do you feel like leaping? Want to shake up the ordinary, feel the wind in your body, or break free from daily cares?

The bungee here is 20 m high. You have a 5‑minute window—if you don’t jump, the session ends. But you’ll receive a “Re‑Challenge Ticket”: free park admission for one year and only the insurance fee for your next jump. Still, true guts are everything—make the leap and experience total freedom in a way you never can in everyday life. Other attractions include the American‑style “Sky Coaster” aerial swing and a tricky, nature‑filled mini‑golf course. Ready to bungee in Aichi?

6. Start in Aichi! Bouldering Space “Rock Climbing Play Mountain!”

Bouldering has surged in popularity for fitness, stress relief, or simply a love of climbing holds. Rock Climbing Play Mountain! is Aichi’s bouldering experience spot. Both novices and self‑proclaimed “non‑athletes” can join safely.

Climb indoor walls with color‑coded holds while roped in. Despite its athletic reputation, beginner‑friendly routes let you build confidence step by step. Bright, high‑design holds beckon you to shout “I want to climb that!” There’s even a parent‑child ticket service—why not bring the kids?
Besides Nagoya, there’s also an Okazaki branch in Aichi.

◎ Summary

Aichi offers experiences rooted in nature, history, and seasonal gourmet delights—but here we’ve focused on spots where you literally make memories with your own hands and body. Crafting a commemorative item with someone special is a precious, wonderful shared experience. Since you’ve come all the way to Aichi, go ahead and try something new! With that spirit, enjoy Aichi to the fullest!

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