Mino: Strolling Through the Udatsu Merchant Town and Experiencing Washi Paper Lantern Art

Stroll leisurely through the historic "Udatsu Merchant Town," where Edo-period merchant houses line the streets, enjoying views of latticed wooden facades and white-walled buildings. At the former Imai family residence, a prosperous washi paper wholesaler, pause to listen to the clear, resonant tones of the suikinkutsu. The Mino Washi Akari Art Museum immerses you in a dreamlike space illuminated by glowing washi paper objects. In the afternoon, climb Ogura Park's hill to enjoy panoramic views of the Nagara River and town roofscape, and conclude your day with a papermaking experience at the Mino Washi no Sato Museum. This full-day course, combining an adult's leisurely Japanese stroll with hands-on craft activities, is perfect for those seeking to experience the five senses within a town boasting 1,300 years of washi paper heritage.