The 21st Autumn Arita Ceramics Festival

The 21st Autumn Arita Ceramics Festival

Event Overview

An event where you can enjoy "Autumn in Arita" while leisurely strolling through pottery, autumn leaves, local cuisine, and the hospitality of the townspeople. In addition to the approximately 30.5m tall ginkgo tree, a national natural monument, reaching its peak, the clay quarry, which is the source of porcelain materials, will be specially opened to the public. Various events will be held throughout the town, including wood-fired kiln demonstrations, tours of the kiln before stacking, and limited-time menu offerings.

Info

  • Event Location:   
  • Arita Serra, Arita Town
  • Address:   
  • Arita-cho, Nishimatsuura-gun, Saga
  • Public Transportation:   
JR Arita Station → 10-minute walk; or JR Kamiorita Station → 10-minute walk
  • Car Access:   
6km 10 minutes from Nishi-Kyushu Road Hasa Arita IC
  • Phone Number:   
  • 0955-43-2121 (Arita Tourism Association)
  • Parking Number:   
Free. About 3000 units around the town

Event Period

  • November 20, 2025 (Thursday) - November 24, 2025 (Monday, Holiday)

Price

Free (there are some paid events)

Event Category

City, fair


Autumn Arita Ceramics Festival

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