GINTARO Lithuania Pavilion

Kuji City

Northern Iwate

A facility that introduces the culture and products of Klaipeda, a city located in the Republic of Lithuania on the Baltic Sea coast. This product center was created when Klaipeda and Kuji became sister cities, where amber has been a specialty since ancient times. Crafts such as amber mosaics and folk crafts are on display and for sale. Other popular souvenirs include Lithuanian wine and Bon Ami.

Location: 19-156-133 Kokuji-cho, Kuji City, Iwate Prefecture
Business Hours: 9:00～17:00
Closed: Tuesdays (November to March only)
Inquiries: GINTARO Lithuania Pavilion
Phone number 0194-53-9751
Website: http://www.kuji.co.jp/lithuania/index.html

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