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Kind to Earth and yourself-Preserving Traditional Ceramics life.

Shiga
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The town developed as a production center of Shigaraki pottery, one of the six oldest kilns in Japan. Many artists live in the area nearby. It is a highland about 400 meters above sea level, cool and comfortable in summer, and cold but not snowy in winter. Although it is a rural area, nevertheless the town is small and you do not need a car to live here.

I originally moved here, and I have been involved in community activities for over 20 years, noticing, learning, communicating, and preserving the best parts of the town from an outsider’s perspective. It is important to be interested in the land, to get involved with the people, and to cherish the culture. Furthermore, we aim to live in a way that is kind to the earth and ourselves.

3 Key Points

1Host’s introduction　
Most of the residents are ceramic artists: the artist who has lived with us for two years is a globally active female ceramic artist who has lived and worked in Hong Kong, Bali, and Bangkok, and has a contract with a gallery in New York. The most recent Shigaraki visitor is a rookie who moved from Italy to Hokkaido and has been working in Sapporo for many years while continuing to make ceramics.
2You can interact with people like this!　
Although the representative is an immigrant, she has been involved in the community development of Shigaraki, and the kushikatsu restaurant run by her parents has become a place for local people together, so she has connections not only with artists but also with potters who have been in the area for many generations.
3You can experience like this!
The town is known for its pottery, so, of course, it is a great place to make pottery and other artworks. It is possible to work in a variety of fields, revival vacant houses, and at Marche. In early summer, you can experience agriculture such as picking Asamiya tea, and since there are many racehorse farms, it is also possible to spend time with horses. We also provide volunteer support for foreign residents in Shigaraki, so you can participate in events organized by the association even if you do not speak a foreign language.

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Annual Schedule

Spring

March: miso preparation, April: picking wild vegetables, artist's market, May: tea picking, June: rice planting, fireflies

Summer

July: Shigaraki Fire Festival, September: ceramic art market

Fall

October: pottery festival, rice harvest, garlic planting

Winter

December: making straw festoon(Shimenawa), making rice cakes, January: Dontoyaki (local pottery festival)

Annual Schedule

Spring:

March: miso preparation, April: picking wild vegetables, artist's market, May: tea picking, June: rice planting, fireflies

Summer:

July: Shigaraki Fire Festival, September: ceramic art market

Fall:

October: pottery festival, rice harvest, garlic planting

Winter:

December: making straw festoon(Shimenawa), making rice cakes, January: Dontoyaki (local pottery festival)

House Rule

Allowed
Having friends over, Staying out and coming home late, Hosting friends over, Outside smoking, please ask your roommate before hosting friends and family over.
Forbidden
No smoking allowed on the premises.

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FAQ

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What payment methods are available?

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We basically accept credit card payment.

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What is included in the homestay fee?

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It’s included a fee for staying, for the service of insulting the manager, interviewing when you match, and tax. Some of the Host is included in food costs.

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How many days is the minimum stay? What is the minimum period of stay and how do the rates change depending on the stay?

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You can stay from minimum 4 nights and 5 days. Minimum stay differs from host to host, please check each host’s home page for details. Also it refers amount of per day per week. If you wish to stay in a homestay for more than one month, a daily fee will be added to the monthly amount.

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Is there a pick-up and drop-off service from the nearest station?

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For homestay residences that require transportation, the host will pick you up and drop you off. Details on pick-up and drop-off are listed in the “Location” section of each host’s page.

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When can I send a reservation request to the Homestay?

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Please send a request at least three months to three days before your desired stay dates. Highly recommend you send a request as early as possible, as reservations tend to increase before a month.

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How much will cost for the kids?

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Prices for preschool and elementary school students differ depending on the homestay. Please check the “Additional Fees” on each host’s page. If there is no indication of preschool and elementary school student rates in the “Additional Fees” section, the rates are the same as the general rates.

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Is it the same room if I’m staying with friends?

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It basically going to be the same room. Please check each host page for less expensive rates for two people. However, if two adults request separate rooms, the regular rate per person will be charged.