Introducing the charms of Obara, the town of four-season cherry blossoms and washi paper③

Brazilian high school students and Japanese university students will visit the Obara district of Toyota City, known as the home of "Shikizakura" (four-season cherry blossoms) and "Washi paper," and convey the charms of the area from a young person's perspective.

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Tourism Toyota is an organization that making the most of Toyota City's manufacturing industry and diverse resources such as the natural environment, contributes to the development of local tourism industry, and disseminates tourism information through the official tourist information website. Starting with the nationally famous Korankei spot for autumn foliage, the Toyota Oiden Summer Fireworks Festival attracting many tourists, and the Toyota Municipal Museum of Art exhibiting Japanese leading contemporary art works, etc. Toyota City is known as the City of Automobiles, but it is actually a city full of charm. It has a variety of tourism resources and amazing sightseeing spots. Tourists are welcome to visit many times throughout the year. In order for Toyota City to continue to be chosen as a tourist destination in the future, we are working hard to show the charm of Toyota City, discover and enhance tourism resources, and contribute to the development of tourism in the region.

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On February 23, 2025, I had the opportunity to visit the "Toyota City Obara Paper Art Museum" and the "Toyota City Traditional Kabuki Museum."

First, when we arrived at "Toyota City Obara Paper Art Museum", we immediately headed to "Washi Artwork Gallery". There were some interesting art pieces such as relief paintings and small models to see at the gallery. Some people may not be interested, but the gallery has some great art pieces on display. These are not to be missed.

After visiting the gallery, we moved to the "Art and Craft Center" where we had the opportunity to make washi paper. First, we put on an apron and started to create our work. We poured a solution made from bark and water, layer by layer, and were able to paint and decorate. It was a fantastic, immersive experience and it was very interesting to actually make paper.

Finally, we visited the Toyota City Traditional Kabuki Museum to observe a kabuki rehearsal by local people, and were able to appreciate historical and cultural theater in Japan. Traditionally, kabuki is performed by adult men playing the roles of women, children, and old people. However, in the kabuki performed by local people, anyone can play the role of a woman or an old person, which left an impression on me.

These places and experiences are very interesting, but I think it will be even more wonderful if you can also enjoy the other charms of Obara. Please visit the Obara district.

Toyota City Obara Paper Art Museum:

https://www.tourismtoyota.jp/en/foods/detail/62/

Toyota City Traditional Kabuki Museum:

http://toyota-kabuki.jp/en/