Shogimura Tendo Tower
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将棋むら天童タワー
Capital of Shogi (Japanese chess) pieces.
Tendo produces 95% of Japan's shogi pieces. At the Tendo Tower, you can see artisans carving and lacquering the pieces by hand. There is a workshop where you can try 'writing' your own kanji onto a giant decorative shogi piece. Even the sidewalks and bridges in the town are decorated with shogi pieces, making it a unique themed destination.
Wrapping is an art form in Japanese shops. If it's a gift, mention it. They'll wrap it beautifully, often for free.
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