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Sekka Shibori Scarf Class: Experience Traditional Japanese Dyeing Techniques

4.7

11 Ratings

Kyoto

In-person observation and learning of shibori, Japan’s most ancient dyeing technique, can enhance your appreciation for traditional Japanese handcrafts.

Duration: 30 minutes

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Kyoto Shibori Museum - At the Kyoto Shibori Museum, your Japanese craft class shows you how to dye a 70-inch x 17-inch (180cm x 44cm) silk scarf using the Sekka shibori method. You’ll end up with a beautiful scarf to serve as a souvenir of your trip to Kyoto. Classes are usually individual and take 30 minutes to 60 minutes per class.

Start by choosing your favorite colors and learning how to fold your fabric in a particular way, and then dye your fabric with the color. Roll your fabric with a towel, and press it. Then unfold your fabric to see the results.

While your fabric is drying (about 30 minutes), you’ll learn more about shibori. Browse art pieces, tools, and samples displayed in the museum, and try on a shibori kimono, if you wish. The museum shop also sells a variety of shibori items, souvenirs, fabrics, and more.

What's Included

Admission fee to the museum

Location

Kyoto Shibori Museum

We are located southeast of Nijo Castle. Only 3 min. walk from Nijo castle.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

4.7

(11 Ratings)

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Diane_b

Mar 1, 2024

A very special experience - Lovely, and the museum is extremely interesting. The materials you work with are quite high-quality, and the selection of projects is excellent. I am very happy with my scarf and I enjoyed shopping there as well.

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Christine_m

Oct 26, 2023

Shibori class - The staff were extremely helpful and excellent. We had a great time creating silk shibori scarves and now have a greater appreciation for the art of shibori.

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Kay_f

Oct 2, 2023

Great memorable experience - It was a small class size so there was easy to follow instructions. The scarves turned out beautifully and the museum was very interesting with unbelievably beautiful shibori artwork. We were also able to purchase shibori treasures. A definite highlight of our Kyoto trip.

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Margaret_t

Jul 31, 2023

Much more than a scarf, a magnificent ancient tradtional art. - Our family of 5 expected to be making shibori scarves as a take home, but Yokahama-san and the others at this amazing workshop, shop and museum gave us much more. We learned about the painstaking craftmanship that goes into every work, saw amazing large and small scale examples of it and could better understand the craft's importance in Japan's history. Great explanatory video and show-and-tell also. Thank you so much

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Tracy

Nov 12, 2022

Excellent activity in Kyoto where you make your own Shibori souvenir to bring home - What a wonderful experience this was. I was the only person in the class, so I was fortunate to get one on one attention. It was such fun learning how to do the dye design I had chosen and learning all about Shibori ancient and more modern techniques. I loved seeing the museum pieces and learning about the very intricate techniques and how the artisans work to create such beautiful pieces. I also really enjoyed being able to shop for some Shibori pieces after the tour. If you like to be hands on, this is a great class to do.

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Jennifer_h

Oct 16, 2019

So fun! - This is a great and quick class. I was the only person in our session and Nina guided me through making my Shibori scarf in an informative and fun way. I would take it again and would recommend it to anyone wanting to dip their toe in the Shibori-making waters. The museum is also so interesting! So many beautiful pieces to look at. It's really an amazing art! Thank you!

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Judee_c

Jul 10, 2019

Enjoyable scarf class - Really enjoyed making the scarf. It was hands on and the result was stunning. The museum itself is very interesting and informative and the director and his staff were welcoming.There were beautiful fabrics and items to purchase and I would highly recommend this experience.

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