Noritake no Mori
Noritake no Mori
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A visit to the Noritake factory may only appeal to the mature visitor, in that there's no rides/thrills/spills available, but having said that, on the day we visited, plenty of kids were in evidence having a pretty good time.
Anyone who appreciates Noritake ceramics/chinaware etc. really has to allow for a full day here. There is a museum and science centre on your right as you go in, which covers every aspect of the factory production lines/history etc. and most items are of an inter-active nature, which helps keep the kids amused. The most enjoyable part of the day was helping our 8 YO design her own plate, which the staff will "fire" for you, and then post to your home address...so it arrives within a week or two of you arriving home, as an added reminder/souvenir from your trip. The cost is very reasonable for the plate painting/firing etc. (from memory only about Y2500) and makes a great conversation piece. You can buy (which we did at the insistence of the boss/leader of the opposition/missus) stacks of very reasonably priced Noritake products at the Warehouse/gift shop & cafeteria next door. Bonus. Very enjoyable.
Anyone who appreciates Noritake ceramics/chinaware etc. really has to allow for a full day here. There is a museum and science centre on your right as you go in, which covers every aspect of the factory production lines/history etc. and most items are of an inter-active nature, which helps keep the kids amused. The most enjoyable part of the day was helping our 8 YO design her own plate, which the staff will "fire" for you, and then post to your home address...so it arrives within a week or two of you arriving home, as an added reminder/souvenir from your trip. The cost is very reasonable for the plate painting/firing etc. (from memory only about Y2500) and makes a great conversation piece. You can buy (which we did at the insistence of the boss/leader of the opposition/missus) stacks of very reasonably priced Noritake products at the Warehouse/gift shop & cafeteria next door. Bonus. Very enjoyable.
Written 5 August 2008
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larraine2016
Port Elliot, Australia50 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
I visited here while my husband visited the Toyota Museum which is nearby. Just loved being able to watch the craftspeople painting etc. Every stage of production is able to be seen very closely. The museum while not very big, houses a beautiful variety of older porcelain. A shop sells well packed items and a coffee shop is just so restful. So too are the gardens, where you can wander or sit on the seat and watch the brook trickling by. WELL worth a visit. Entry is $5
Written 17 August 2018
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NeilHTG
Nagoya, Japan211 contributions
Aug 2011 • Friends
Nagoya is home to the world famous Noritake line of ceramic wares. This facility is a multi-faceted providing you history, technical knowledge and art appreciation opportunities. The park and outlet stores are free to the public but fees are collected for the museum showcasing the craft and science of producing a ceramic art piece. Another highlight of the museum is a gallery dedicated for visitors to design personalized souvenirs, of which you make your plate, wind-chime, or figurine. This could eat up your day if you are a serious artist...This workshop is really fun, and the best thing is they mail your product anywhere you live.
If you go hungry, restaurants are within the facility, which are also venues for weddings and occasions. The gardens are a good to place to contemplate,and serves as an al fresco extension of the cafe adjacent to the outlet store. The outlet store sells the best Noritake bargains around with a wide array of crafts... from the serious tea cups and saucers, the classic, modern collections of tablewares and novel Japanese animation characters...to historic commemorative items.
As a person who constantly entertains visitors or relatives dropping by Nagoya, I always make it to a point that a Noritake Garden visit is one of my itineraries. And as a give- away present, a Noritake craft speaks more than words...
If you go hungry, restaurants are within the facility, which are also venues for weddings and occasions. The gardens are a good to place to contemplate,and serves as an al fresco extension of the cafe adjacent to the outlet store. The outlet store sells the best Noritake bargains around with a wide array of crafts... from the serious tea cups and saucers, the classic, modern collections of tablewares and novel Japanese animation characters...to historic commemorative items.
As a person who constantly entertains visitors or relatives dropping by Nagoya, I always make it to a point that a Noritake Garden visit is one of my itineraries. And as a give- away present, a Noritake craft speaks more than words...
Written 20 October 2011
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nexxen_11
Calgary, Canada48 contributions
Oct 2014 • Friends
Noritake is a global chinaware brand with unique Japanese origins. The company has redeveloped its original factory and head office in central Nagoya into a restful park with a museum displaying the history of the Noritake factory and it products, a workshop where you can view artisans creating unique pieces, a couple of food & dining venues and a large factory store where you can order or purchase current and special Noritake pieces. If you are interested in the evolution of Japanese industry the Nortitake Garden provides a unique perspective as to how a traditional Asian society evolved and adapted to be able to produce western style dinnerware that has become a desired luxury brand around the world. Maybe a 15-20 minute walk from Nagoya Station or a 5 minute taxi ride. Some of the park is currently under redevelopment so some exhibits and buildings are closed.
Written 28 October 2014
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MadrugadaMistral
Beaverton, OR86 contributions
Oct 2016 • Solo
This is a museum, educational facility, store, and outlet sales all in one. I primarily came for the museum, as I love to look at china tableware designs. I came to see if I could find my mother's Noritake china pattern at the museum, but it was not among the designs featured in the showcases. I asked the woman at the reception desk, and she said the museum was not all inclusive. Nevertheless, there is plenty of Noritake china to look at it, from 1914 to the present. Enjoy! . FREE! (unless you buy something!)
Written 3 November 2016
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CEC939
Sydney, Australia265 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
This was my second visit to Nagoya and to Noritake . The museum is well worth the visit and if you thought Noritake only made plates etc. you'll be pleasantly surprised. The cafe is very pleasant. Plenty of lovey pieces on display in the shop to buy.
Written 18 October 2016
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Joe_from_Boston
Rhode Island398 contributions
Oct 2016 • Solo
Do you know they really use bones in bone china!?! Actually ash from cow bones, but still, a surprising fact I didn't know. I visited the headquarters, original factory site, and museum of Noritake China in Nagoya. Interesting enough place, with English translations available at some exhibits but not all. If you really like Noritake china, this is a great place for you. If you only have a passing interest, like me, not such a big deal. I went to soak up the local history and culture, but I stumbled across some very cool US-related items.
In 1934, Babe Ruth managed an all-star team and visited the Nagoya factory, signing a commemorative Noritake china plate.
In 1956, another MLB all-star team passed through Nagoya. In the close-up photo I posted, there are a number of notable names that I recognize, and no doubt more that I don’t know. From the top, players I recognize:
• Gil Hodges, who I remember with the Dodgers. He also was manager of the New York Mets who won the 1969 World Series.
• Pee Wee Reese, also a big time player with the Dodgers, and a huge supporter of Jackie Robinson.
• Jackie Robinson himself. In Japan! Nuff said.
• Don Zimmer, three full seasons as Boston Red Sox Manager (1977–1979), partial seasons before and after.
• Billy Herman, Boston Red Sox manager when I was a kid, in the big time losing years, coach and manager between 1960-65.
The last picture has Arnold Palmer memorabilia, who visited in 1974.
See pictures that I posted.
Nice grounds around the buildings, and an art gallery on the premises. Alos a very interesting European-influenced restaurant called Kiln, but I wasn't there at the dining hours so I couldn't try it.
In 1934, Babe Ruth managed an all-star team and visited the Nagoya factory, signing a commemorative Noritake china plate.
In 1956, another MLB all-star team passed through Nagoya. In the close-up photo I posted, there are a number of notable names that I recognize, and no doubt more that I don’t know. From the top, players I recognize:
• Gil Hodges, who I remember with the Dodgers. He also was manager of the New York Mets who won the 1969 World Series.
• Pee Wee Reese, also a big time player with the Dodgers, and a huge supporter of Jackie Robinson.
• Jackie Robinson himself. In Japan! Nuff said.
• Don Zimmer, three full seasons as Boston Red Sox Manager (1977–1979), partial seasons before and after.
• Billy Herman, Boston Red Sox manager when I was a kid, in the big time losing years, coach and manager between 1960-65.
The last picture has Arnold Palmer memorabilia, who visited in 1974.
See pictures that I posted.
Nice grounds around the buildings, and an art gallery on the premises. Alos a very interesting European-influenced restaurant called Kiln, but I wasn't there at the dining hours so I couldn't try it.
Written 13 October 2016
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Patricia G
Sydney, Australia195 contributions
Nov 2015 • Friends
Take a 500 yen taxi ride or walk 20 minutes from Nagoya station. Be sure to take a map and ask as there are no signposts. Once at the front gate there are many buildings on the site of the former Noritake China factory. One has an interesting video, another has pieces being painted. Visitors can also buy a plate to paint themselves if they have the time and a design to copy. On the top two floors of this building there are showcases of Noritake plate designs from1890 to present. There are many magnificent urns and special pieces.
If you are interested in fine china and its production you will enjoy the beauty of the pieces of china on show here.
Another building has a cafe and a sales area for fine China and household pieces.
The ToyotaMuseum is just a bit further on. From the Noritakemuseum and both can be visited in a half day.
If you are interested in fine china and its production you will enjoy the beauty of the pieces of china on show here.
Another building has a cafe and a sales area for fine China and household pieces.
The ToyotaMuseum is just a bit further on. From the Noritakemuseum and both can be visited in a half day.
Written 21 November 2015
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rlahozmd
Vigan, Philippines87 contributions
Nov 2019
There is a craft area where you can create your own design on a plate, which they will fire and send to you with shipping charges of course
Written 24 November 2019
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Shelaine39
Canada24 contributions
May 2016 • Friends
Went to visit the Noritake Factory. Exhibits were wonderful, shopping was delightful but we enjoyed the antique and second-hand market throughout the gardens best,during Golden Week. We weren't expecting such vendors as it was an impromptu visit but very enjoyable.
Pre-book for hands on sessions where you can paint and decorate your own china.
Pre-book for hands on sessions where you can paint and decorate your own china.
Written 18 May 2016
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I want to know if your store that sells Noritake china will be open on Sunday March 26 and Monday March 27, 2017. I will be making a special trip just to visit your store so it is important to know if you will be open or not. Thank you
Written 23 January 2017
Closing day is usually scheduled on Monday. If Monday is National Holiday, the Monday is open and the Holiday is shift to the following Tuesday.
I hope you can visit here open day.
Written 31 January 2017
I plan to go there just to visit the store to purchase some fine china. I plan to go there March 26 and 27, 2017. Are they open then and is the Noritake square store (that sells china) closed on certain days? Since I am making a special trip just to visit the store, I need to know if they will be open on Sunday March the 26th and Monday March 27, 2017. Thank you.
Written 23 January 2017
I would expect them to be open, but you should check with them directly since you are planning a special trip.
Written 10 February 2017
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