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Observation of Tatami Craftsmanship and Make Your Own Mini Tatami
Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$154.06
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Tatami is a unique traditional culture in Japan that is said to have originated approximately 1300 years ago.
Used for Japanese style rooms in traditional Japanese inns, as sports mats in judo, and for creating spaces in tea ceremonies, flower arranging (Ikebana), and religious temples, tatami has been utilized in various situations in Japan.
In this program, you will have the opportunity to experience a tatami craftsman's production demonstration and create a mini tatami at the Kanai Tatami Store. Touch upon the charm and traditions of tatami, a beloved aspect of Japanese culture for over a millennium, and learn about the dedication and skills of the craftsmen who continue to preserve it.
Tour an exclusive tatami workshop not usually open to the public!
Craft your very own unique mini tatami!
Witness a live demonstration of traditional tatami-making techniques by a 4th generation tatami craftsman!
We will guide you carefully with a professional guide.
Used for Japanese style rooms in traditional Japanese inns, as sports mats in judo, and for creating spaces in tea ceremonies, flower arranging (Ikebana), and religious temples, tatami has been utilized in various situations in Japan.
In this program, you will have the opportunity to experience a tatami craftsman's production demonstration and create a mini tatami at the Kanai Tatami Store. Touch upon the charm and traditions of tatami, a beloved aspect of Japanese culture for over a millennium, and learn about the dedication and skills of the craftsmen who continue to preserve it.
Tour an exclusive tatami workshop not usually open to the public!
Craft your very own unique mini tatami!
Witness a live demonstration of traditional tatami-making techniques by a 4th generation tatami craftsman!
We will guide you carefully with a professional guide.
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Observation of Tatami Craftsmanship and Make Your Own Mini Tatami
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
- Tools and materials used for the experience
- Mini tatami
- Experience fee
- Guide fee
- Transportation expenses to the experience venue
Meeting point
We are waiting for you in front of our workshop on the first floor.
・Toei Asakusa Line - Asakusabashi Station: 3 minutes on foot from Exit "A4"
・JR Sobu Line - Asakusabashi Station: 5 minutes on foot from the east exit
・Toei Oedo Line - Kuramae Station: 10 minutes on foot from Exit "A3"
Return details
We are waiting for you in front of our workshop on the first floor.
・Toei Asakusa Line - Asakusabashi Station: 3 minutes on foot from Exit "A4"
・JR Sobu Line - Asakusabashi Station: 5 minutes on foot from the east exit
・Toei Oedo Line - Kuramae Station: 10 minutes on foot from Exit "A3"
◆About the Mini Tatami Crafting Experience:
Centered around the theme of "Choose, Create, Feel," participants can experience the creation of a simplified tatami. This hands-on experience allows you to understand the difficulty and structure of making tatami, going beyond what can be conveyed through observation alone.
〇Mini Tatami Overview:
Made from pure domestically sourced tatami material (natural igusa from Kumamoto Prefecture).
Size: iPad mini (20.5cm × 13.5cm × 1.5cm) *Size can be customized.
Choice of color and pattern for the tatami edging.
〇Usage Ideas:
Use it as a substitute for a tray to serve tea and sweets.
Place it under miscellaneous items as a decorative tatami.
Also available for purchase as a souvenir from Japan.
Centered around the theme of "Choose, Create, Feel," participants can experience the creation of a simplified tatami. This hands-on experience allows you to understand the difficulty and structure of making tatami, going beyond what can be conveyed through observation alone.
〇Mini Tatami Overview:
Made from pure domestically sourced tatami material (natural igusa from Kumamoto Prefecture).
Size: iPad mini (20.5cm × 13.5cm × 1.5cm) *Size can be customized.
Choice of color and pattern for the tatami edging.
〇Usage Ideas:
Use it as a substitute for a tray to serve tea and sweets.
Place it under miscellaneous items as a decorative tatami.
Also available for purchase as a souvenir from Japan.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
Observation of Tatami Craftsmanship and Make Your Own Mini Tatami
Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$154.06
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!