Japanese Traditional Weaving Experience in Kyoto
Tour this traditional textile weaving studio and take part in a hands-on weaving session.
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Since ancient times, the word “Nishiki” has been used in Japan to describe things of exceptional beauty. In silk weaving, Nishiki is considered to be silk of the highest woven quality, highly revered amongst craftsmen. Studio Koho honours this tradition, using techniques they cultivated over four generations. Heizo Tatsumura, the first generation weaver of Studio Koho, conceived many original weaving techniques and held nearly 30 patents.
You will visit their workshop and see Nishiki textile art works, re-created ancient weavings, ancient tall looms and tapestries. You will tour six different rooms including the Woven Accessory Boutique
You will then participate in a hands-on weaving session, where you will experience making a "plain weave" on a traditional hand loom. You will weave a single coloured plain woven piece (10cm x 10cm) which you can take home with you afterwards.
What's included:
• Entry fee
• Studio tour
• Weaving experience (10cm x 10cm)
• Commemorative photo
• Postcard
What's not included:
• Transportation
• Food and drink
• Souvenirs
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Free cancellation up to 8 days before the experience starts (local time)
Private experience
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Kyoto
From ¥#.000 /person
1:30 hours
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• Please remove shoes for most rooms in tour
• Food and drinks are prohibited inside
• One single restroom available
• Building contains two flights of stairs
• Chair seating is available
• Minimum height requirement of participants: approx. 120cm
• Activity is run all day so please indicate preferred time.
• You will receive a postcard of the original brocade weaving work.
• You will be given a commemorative photo of you sitting on a precious loom, which is a reconstruction of an ancient handloom from over 1200 years ago that only master craftsmen can handle.
Koho Tatsumura
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From ¥#.000 /person
1:30 hours
Kyoto