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From Kyoto: Hikizome Dyeing in Shiga with Guide
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From Kyoto: Hikizome Dyeing in Shiga with Guide

3 hours
Gamo County
€227.83/person
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Prices for Sat 14 Nov

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time) A full refund will be issued in case of unforeseen events or extreme weather caused the following condition: The activity cannot follow the itinerary Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all To find out more about the cancellation policy, contact platform customer support
  • English / Chinese-speaking guide

Meeting point: 1206 Murai Address: 1206 Murai, Hino, Gamo District, Shiga 529-1604, Japan Please refer to the map for assistance

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Overview

Step into Kyoto’s artisanal traditions through hikizome, a rare dyeing technique that brings vibrant life to kimono fabrics. Unlike machine dyeing, it depends on the craftsman’s hands, eyes, and intuition. Silk is stretched on wooden frames and brushed with color in smooth strokes, creating either uniform shades or soft gradations. The process includes fabric preparation, brush dyeing, steaming, washing, and sun-drying. While the artisan finishes delicate steps, you’ll take part in the most exciting stage: laying down color with your own brush. Guided by a Kyoto artisan, apply pigments, learn the history of hikizome, and create a textile to take home. Meditative yet challenging, this offers insight into kimono artistry and a one-of-a-kind souvenir found in only a few workshops.

Highlights

Immerse yourself in the world of Kyoto’s artisanal textile traditions
Learn about the history and artistry of hiki-zome, a rare dyeing technique
Apply vivid pigments with your own brush under the guidance of an artisan
Create a unique textile piece to take home, experimenting with colors

What's included

English / Chinese-speaking guide

Meeting point

1206 Murai Address: 1206 Murai, Hino, Gamo District, Shiga 529-1604, Japan Please refer to the map for assistance

Hikizome Textile Workshop

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 48 hours' notice.

Additional info

Please select an experience date
Departure: Meet the operator at your selected meeting point. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. You can choose to depart at the following times: 14:00. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking. . Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded [Attraction/experience] 3 hour(s), Guided tour, Hikizome Workshop [Return] at 〒529-1604 滋賀県蒲生郡日野町村井１２０６, You can choose to return at the following times: 17:00. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary. Day {num}
This activity has no age limit
Prohibitions & Limitations Outside food and drinks are not allowed What to wear Comfortable clothes you don't mind getting dirty in
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
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