Why choose this Kyoto tour ?
Learn two techniques for dyeing cloth during this 60 to 90 minute class in Kyoto – Kasamaki and Nuishime. Shibori art pieces, tools and samples are displayed on the exhibition floor. In the museum shop, there are a variety of original items, souvenirs and fabrics for you to peruse.
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What makes Fukusa Shibori Class a unique experience ?
There are many techniques for dying cloth. During this experience, you can try two of these methods: Kasamaki and Nuishime. The Kasamaki method is a technique that involves stitching around the shape you want to create, pulling the thread tight, and then wrapping the threads around the cone of fabric several times. The Nuishime method is a technique that involves stitching along a line and then pulling the thread tight.
After dyeing a silk wrapping cloth (38cm x 38cm) using the Kasamaki shibori method and Nuishime shibori method, you will end up with a beautiful silk wrapping cloth that will serve as a great memento of your trip to Kyoto. Classes are usually held individually and will take about 60 minutes to 90 minutes.
Procedure:
• Choose your favorite design and color.
• Listen to the explanation of Kasamaki Shibori.
• Employ the Kasamaki shibori (winding technique) on your fabric.
• Listen to the explanation of Nuishime Shibori.
• Employ the Nuishime Shibori (stitching technique) on your fabric.
• Go to the dye studio and dye your fabric (approximately 5 minutes).
• Rinse your fabric.
• Go to the exhibition floor and watch a DVD and learn more about shibori and see the shibori exhibition until your fabric gets dried (approximately 30 minutes).
• Go back to the class room.
• Untie and cut the threads.
• Open your fabric and see the results.You can also try on a shibori kimono at no extra charge. The museum shop also sells a variety of shibori items, souvenirs, fabrics, etc.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 8 years
- Adult pricing applies to any age
- Two cars parking and bicycle parking spaces are available
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Fukusa Shibori Class
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Option 1: 90 to 120 minutes’ shibori class including a museum tour.
Fukusa Shibori Class Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Admission fee to the museum
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Kyoto Shibori Museum.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Tokyo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 5 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
