An Illustrated Japan / Toyama / Culture & Tradition
Also written: 菅笠づくり · 菅笠制作
A traditional craft passed down in Fukuoka Town, producing sedge straw hats used for farming and festivals. The handmade process showcases both practical design and skilled artisan techniques.
Sedge Straw Hat Making (Sugegasa) in Toyama – A traditional craft passed down in Fukuoka Town, producing sedge straw hats used for farming and festivals. The handmade process showcases both practical design and skilled artisan techniques. In Tokyo/Kanto, big chains and independents coexist, price from ¥100 to luxury. Seasonal twist: cherry blossoms, summer matsuri, winter illum, pedestrian paradise on weekends. 2h walk yields shopping + rest. Etiquette: keep to side for photos, don't block registers, use cashless to speed. Access: Yamanote, metro, 5-min walk from nearest station, Suica tap.
