[Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture] What is “Takashiba Deco House”? A tourist destination where you can talk with locals! Enjoy shopping, experiences, and learning

Lucky charms such as zodiac ornaments and daruma dolls are displayed to wish for good fortune. Folk crafts that give you a sense of Japan's good old culture warm the hearts of those who see them, both now and in the past.

In Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture, there is a village of folk art called ``Takashiba Deco Yashiki'' It is famous for its folk crafts such as paper mache and wood carvings, and orders are received from all over the country. This time, we will delve deeper into this Takashiba Deco House and introduce its charms.

What is Takashiba Deco House?

Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture is a commercial city, and once you pass through the city center, you can see the idyllic scenery of fields stretching out. Nishida Town is located in a mountainous area and is an area with thriving agriculture. Here you will find , the Takashiba Deco House

Takashiba Deco Yashiki is a village where the techniques of papier-mâché and wood carving have been passed down to this day, and where folk crafts have been made for over 300 years. Among the folk crafts made at Takashiba Deco House, the famous ones are ``Miharu Koma'' and ``Miharu Hariko . The reason why Miharu is added to the name of folk crafts is because this area was once part of the Miharu domain.

There are four folk art shops operating in Takashiba Deco House. Each store has its own unique style, and finding the differences is part of the fun. Another big appeal of Takashiba Deco Yashiki is that no matter which folk art store you go to, the staff will be happy to talk to you. Being able to hear directly about the work and the history of Deco House from the locals is a very valuable experience that can only be done here. Each store also offers hands-on experiences such as painting, so I think you'll enjoy participating as much as time allows.

The road leading to Takashiba Deco House is wide enough and well paved, although there are some ups and downs. Even though it's in a mountainous area, please don't worry too much and drive safely.

Koji Hashimoto Folk Art

a folk art store that produces many human-shaped papier-mâché dolls . When you pass through the entrance of an old folk house, you will find many brightly colored paper mache on a large dirt floor. You can even get up close to the craftsmen and watch them work, just as if you were visiting their home.

Daruma dolls are lucky charms, and the figures of the zodiac signs are also included! You will be soothed by the many folk crafts that look a bit funny.

There is a museum in front of the main building. There are valuable materials and explanations, and you can learn about the history of folk crafts.

INFORMATION

• Name: Koji Hashimoto Folk Crafts
• Address: 41 Takashiba, Nishida-cho, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture
• Phone number: 024-971-3900
• Business hours: 9:00-17:00
• Website: https://hirojimingei.jimdofree.com/

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Hikoji folk art

the only folk art store that continues to make Miharukoma from wood carvings . Originally, Miharukoma was a local toy called ``Takashiba wooden horse'' Miharukoma, created by the 9th generation head of the company, was adopted as the design for the first New Year's stamp in Japan, and the name of Miharukoma suddenly became famous.

In addition to Miharu pieces, he also made papier-mâché of the zodiac and daruma dolls. Her round eyes are adorable. Inside, there are unique daruma dolls and papier mache figures that imitate deformed characters. This is a folk art shop that is known for its carefree style that is not bound by tradition.

INFORMATION

• Name: Hikoji Folk Art
• Address: 80-1 Takashibadateno, Nishida-cho, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture
• Phone number: 024-972-2412
• Business hours: 10:00-17:00 (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 10:00-16:00)
• Closed: Thursday
• Website: http://dekoyashiki-hikojimingei.co.jp/index.html

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Honke Ebisuya

a folk art shop that makes masks of Tengu and the Seven Lucky Gods, as well as animal papier-mâché . The store is lined with lucky charms of all sizes. Some of them are miniature sized like bean crushes.

INFORMATION

• Name: Honke Ebisuya
• Address: 161 Takashibadateno, Nishida-cho, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture
• Phone number: 024-972-2204
• Business hours: 9:00-17:00
• Closed: Thursday

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Decoyashiki Daikokuya Co., Ltd.

Using traditional papier-mâché techniques, we create works with a variety of ideas. In addition to lucky charms such as Daruma dolls, he also created zodiac signs. The paper mache animals have cute faces and are heartwarming.

``Careless Cat'' , which does not become one of the zodiac signs, is also popular. Please display it with the animals of the zodiac.

INFORMATION

• Name: Decoyashiki Daikokuya Co., Ltd.
• Address: 163 Takashibadateno, Nishida-cho, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture
• Phone number: 024-981-1636
• Business hours: 9:00-17:00
• Closed: Wednesday
• Website: https://dekoyashiki-daikokuya.co.jp/

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Lunch and tea time are also available at the old folk house cafe.

Folk House Cafe 140 Decorico'' which operates within the Takashiba Deco House , is a cafe that utilizes an old folk house that was once used as a workshop for making folk crafts. In addition to original coffee, you can enjoy lunch menus and handmade sweets.

The interior of the store is very stylish, with modern Japanese furniture. The second floor is a gallery space where you can see special works such as folk crafts created in collaboration with designers.

After touring all the folk art stores, you're sure to be hungry. Why not take a break while enjoying delicious pasta, cake, and coffee?

INFORMATION

• Name: Old folk house cafe 140
• Address: 163 Takashibadateno, Nishida-cho, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture
• Phone number: 080-9681-0872
• Business hours: 10:00-16:00
• Closed: Wednesday

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summary

This time we introduced the Takashiba Deco House in Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture.

At Takashiba Deco Yashiki, while continuing to preserve the good old traditional techniques, we also take on the challenge of creating new works every day. Each of our handmade folk crafts is unique and no two are exactly alike. Why not visit a tourist destination where warm interactions are born?