Ashiyagama no Sato Village

芦屋釜の里

The town of Ashiya earned national prominence as a maker of iron tea kettles for Japanese tea ceremonies, or “kama”, in the Muromachi Era (mid-14th century - late 16th century). Now, casters at Ashiyagama no Sato Village are hard at work trying to restore the production of such kettles in their studios.
Visitors to the village can find iron kettles from the Muromachi Era displayed in the museum or enjoy a drink of “matcha (Japanese green ceremonial tea)” while seated on chairs at a low table in the tea room or Japanese garden! The plum blossoms in February or azaleas in April and May are particularly beautiful.

About Ashiyagama no Sato Village: Built in May 1, 1995; Area - 908 square meters (about 9,768 square feet)
Tours: Guided tours available with advanced reservations.
*Accessibility: Wheelchair rental; wheelchair-accessible bathrooms; guide dogs permitted

Address (Japanese)	807-0141　福岡県遠賀郡芦屋町山鹿1558-3
Address	1558-3 Yamaga, Ashiya Town, Onga County, Fukuoka
Telephone Number	093-223-5881（芦屋釜の里）
Contact	Ashiya Town Board of Education
Fax Number	093-223-5882
Closed	Every Monday (Tuesday in the event of a National Holiday); New Year’s Holiday
Car Park	50 vehicels
Access	By bus - 8 minute walk from the Kitakyushu City “Yamaga Yubinkyoku Mae” Bus stop
Website	http://www.town.ashiya.fukuoka.jp/hp/page000000400/hpg000000341.htm