Tokyo | Kumihimo Braided Silk Craft Workshop

Tokyo | Kumihimo Braided Silk Craft Workshop

from $660.00

[Private Masterclass]
$660 USD per person
Minimum 2 participants; solo guests may book at the price of 2 participants

Please make a booking at least 7 days in advance.

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Threads of Tradition: The Japanese Art of Woven Silk Braids

Details

  • Private experience

  • Location: Shinjuku City, Tokyo

  • 2 hours

  • 6 people max. Minimum of 2 participants required. (Solo guest may book at the price of 2 participants)

  • Offered in Japanese, with friendly Deeper Japan guide interpreting in English
    (French/German/Spanish interpretation may be available upon request)

What a Tangled Web We Weave

Kumihimo, or braided cords, are a traditional Japanese craft dating back to the 6th century, a time of significant artistic and political change in Japan—including the introduction of Buddhism. Adorned by early samurai, kumihimo was used both functionally to lace armor and decoratively to showcase wealth and prestige. As the craft became more popular, the invention of the marudai weaving disc allowed for the development of new and more intricate woven patterns. In contemporary Japan, the woven braids are now used for wearing and adorning kimono. Since its founding in 1652, this workshop in Ueno, Tokyo has been employing hand-dyeing and hand-knitting techniques, continuing the beautiful handiwork of the kumihimo tradition. In this experience, visit the workshop and learn the techniques required to dye and weave your own kumihimo cord.

What you’ll do

Visit a kumihimo workshop, learn the history of the craft, and dye and weave your own braided silk cord to take home.

Included

Guests will receive woven silk braids.

Who can attend

Children must be 7+

Availability

Everyday
Session 1 (11:00 - 13:00)
Session 2 (14:00 - 16:00)
Session 3 (17:00 - 19:00)

Access

5 minutes walk from Ichigaya Station on the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line and Yurakucho Line

Cancellation Policy

Please make your booking at least 24 hours in advance. See cancellation policy here.
* A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you once your booking has been confirmed.

 
 
 
 
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