Tomioka Silk Factory Tour

2 Day Tour To Tomioka

The city of Tomioka in southwestern Gunma Prefecture is the site of Japan's first modern silk factory, established in 1872. The Tomioka Silk Mill was a model for other silk mills to modernize Japan's silk industry during the Meiji Period when far-reaching reforms were carried out in all aspects of society to catch up with the West.

Day 1: Departure from Home Country

From Haneda or Narita go to Takasaki

Day 2: Arrival / Tomioka Silk Mill

From Takasaki, take the train to Tomioka Silk Mill. This is a world heritage mill. Arriving there, following the guide listen to the history of the mill. The Tomioka Silk Mill received world heritage status in 2014 for its crucial role in making Japanese silk a major, international trade commodity and establishing the textile industry as the country's most important industry which it remained for many decades into the 20th century.

Interestingly, several of today's leading car manufacturers are connected to the textile industry: Toyota has its roots in the loom-making business, while some of Nissan's engines evolved from automatic silk-reeling machines.

Rates Include:

-Accommodation in a hotel.

-Transportation and transfers

-1 bottle of mineral water per day

Rates Do Not Include:

-Transportation (from airport to Kyoto)

-Guide

-Meals except described

-Alcoholic beverages

-Travel Insurance

-Tips and portage

Tomioka in southwestern Gunma Prefecture is the site of Japan's first modern silk factory, established in 1872. The Tomioka Silk Mill was a model for other silk mills to modernize Japan's silk industry during the Meiji Period when far-reaching reforms were carried out in all aspects of society to catch up with the West.