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Original Scarf Tie-Dyeing Experience and Workshop Tour

Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$623.33
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Experience the “shibori” of scarves under the direct guidance of internationally renowned traditional craftsman Terukazu Matsuoka.
You will observe traditional craft techniques ranging from classic Japanese techniques to the latest methods using 3D printers. Participants will create a design, tie and dye a high quality silk scarf. You will also get to take home the finished product.
Kyo-kanoko-shibori is a tie-dyeing technique used for kimonos and obis. It is a traditional craft.

⚫︎Traditional Craftsman "Kiichi Matsuoka"
A traditional craftsman is an engineer engaged in the manufacture of traditional crafts designated by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, who meets certain conditions and maintains a high level of skill and technique. Kiichi Matsuoka (trade name “Kisen”) was certified as a traditional craftsman in the dyeing category of Kyo-kanoko-shibori.
Original Scarf Tie-Dyeing Experience and Workshop Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • End of day beverages
  • Photo Download Service
  • Silk scarf (22,000 yen value)
  • Interpreter
  • Silk scarf production
  • Gallery Tour
  • Transportation to the meeting place
  • Transportation and parking fees

Meeting point
Meet in front of the headquarters of “「京都絞美京」”. Interpreter guides will be waiting for you with “GOATtrip” panels.
Return details
Meet in front of the headquarters of “「京都絞美京」”. Interpreter guides will be waiting for you with “GOATtrip” panels.

Kyoto Shibori Bikyo's works have been exhibited at overseas exhibitions and trade fairs (Maison & Objet in France, Ambiente in Germany, HOMI in Italy, NY NOW in the U.S., etc.) and received high acclaim.
Please come to the showroom to enjoy the beauty of tie-dyeing, which is highly appreciated in Japan, Europe, and the United States, and the variety of products created with reliable techniques.

You will experience silk scarf production with profesional craftsmen (traditional artisans).

-Designing (pattern making)
While there are still around 50 different shibori techniques, we will dye and complete a silk scarf using the “itajime-shibori” technique.
First, the design is drawn on a paper pattern, and then the design is drawn on fine silk to match the pattern.

-Shibori and Dyeing
Using an itajime-shibori (tie-dyeing) board, the fabric is folded and prepared for processing.
The color is chosen and dyed using dyes until the desired color is obtained.

-Finishing
Remove the board and let the fabric dry. Place in the original box and take home.

Also, please enjoy a cup of tea and listen to a talk by a craftsman (traditional artisan) about “Kyo Kanoko Shibori” and tie-dyeing.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Participants must be at least 6 years old. 5 years old and younger are not allowed to participate.
  • Please participate in dirty clothe
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Original Scarf Tie-Dyeing Experience and Workshop Tour

    Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $623.33
    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!
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