Utsuwa Matsuri (open house)
11th Annual Utsuwa Matsuri (open house)
What: Join us at our studio and take your pick of regular items, new items, and seconds! See our tools and machinery, taste some Japanese and other foods, and chat with Nishi!
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Extra fun: We're doing a giveaway this year, so be sure to come for a chance to win!!
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When: November 1 - 3, 2024
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Time: Friday: 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.; Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Place: Nanten Pottery Studio
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Address: 7064 Harlem Road in Loves Park, IL 61111
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Phone: (815) 209-6725
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Things to Do in The Area
Places to Go
*Anderson Japanese Gardens (AJG)- if the weather is warm, AJG stays open another week.
*Valley Orchard- a quaint orchard with apples for picking or buying as well as many other fall treats.
*Chocolat by Daniel- the best dark chocolate in the region with subtle and creative flavors!
*Nicholas Conservatory- an indoor tropical paradise.
*Burpee Museum of Natural History- see a baby T-Rex skeleton, rocks and minerals, Native American items, and live animals!
*Rock Cut State Park- great hiking, wildlife, a large lake, and of course picnic areas.
*Discovery Center- a top-rated children's museum, sure to keep kids happy for hours!
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Our Favorite Restaurants
(All have gluten-free and
dairy-free options)
*Sisters Thai- fantastic Thai food; mild options available! (We recommend the red curry and the pad thai.)
*Rock Pho'd- mouth-watering Vietnamese food (We recommend the shrimp fried rice and the brisket pho.)
*Tavern on Clark- delicious American food (We recommend the burgers and fries!)
*Vanakkam India- simply divine Indian food (We recommend the Mughlai chicken, Butter chicken, and any of the Tikka masalas.)
*Plaza los Panchos- excellent Mexican food (Fajitas are our favorites!)