([Natural indigo dyeing experience ☆ with a cat shelter cafe] [A dyeing experience unique to Yamanashi using wine and grapes] *Create a gentle color that is one of a kind in the world using natural materials*

◆What is wine and grape dyeing experience? ◆Dyeing experience using pumice In this dyeing experience using grape skin "pumice" and flowers, you can create your own work while enjoying the natural colors. The vivid and gentle pink color is very popular with women and children. Since it is a simple process, even small children and beginners can participate with confidence. It is a perfect experience to make memories with your family and friends! [Dyeing experience unique to Yamanashi using wine and grapes] Classes are a great opportunity to learn traditional culture and find a new hobby. You can contribute to reducing industrial waste with environmental consideration. You can also spread the initiative of local production and consumption that utilizes Yamanashi Prefecture's resources. ◆ Recommended for these people! ◆ ・Those looking for a clothing dyeing experience ・Those looking for activities at Lake Kawaguchi ・Those who want to dye in a beautiful, gentle pink color ・Those who want to share a special experience with family and friends ・Those interested in dyeing and design ・Those looking for indoor activities *Participation only for observation is not allowed. ●One person: 3,500 yen and up (13 years old and over) : 3,000 yen and up (5 to 12 years old)The above prices are for thin T-shirts. If you want to dye as an option, you can choose from the following. (*Additional fees apply depending on the option you choose.)Handkerchief + 500 yen, tote bag + 800 yen, stole + 1000 yenLinen shirt + 1000 yen, linen pants + 1000 yen, Thai pants + 1000 yenThe above items can be selected as additional options if you want to dye them. You can touch and check them directly when you visit the store and decide. Please feel free to consult with us. ●Time required: About 1 hour [Features] Dye your favorite items (8 items in total). Please choose your favorite items. You can dye your favorite designs while enjoying the natural colors. An instructor will accompany you during the experience, so please ask if you have a desired design. (※We may run out of stock. Thank you for your understanding.) [Process] 1. Explanation of dyeing using grape skins 2. Selection of dyeing method 3. Binding the material 4. Soaking in dyeing solution 5. Rinse 6. Photograph 7. Handing over aftercare ◆About receiving your dyed clothes◆ After dyeing your clothes, you can take them home as they are. We will explain things to be careful about when washing on the day. If you are staying nearby on the day, you can also pick up your clothes the next day or later. *We hang them on hangers while we store them here, but depending on the weather, they may not be completely dry. Thank you for your understanding. ◆We also have a cat shelter cafe◆ Our store is involved in cat shelter activities, and there are four cats at the dyeing experience venue.

The wine industry is a specialty of Yamanashi Prefecture. Much of the pumice (grape skin) that is produced during the winemaking process is still discarded. We wanted to turn this waste into new value. Grapes and wine are Yamanashi's proud specialties. However, the pumice skin that remains after squeezing the grapes is unavoidably produced during the winemaking process. By dyeing clothes with this grape skin, we can use and reduce industrial waste and create new value. Pumice, which has been reborn as a dye that is kind to nature and people, is a step toward environmental protection and helps to create a sustainable community. We will utilize local resources and expand our activities that will lead to the future. In the previous experience, there were two colors available: indigo dye and black ink dye, but this new dye is characterized by a gentle, vivid pink color. This was made possible by a request to also handle pink dye, which was popular with women and children! Please try the long-awaited new color at our store!

We also operate a cat rescue cafe. Customers who participate in the dyeing experience can interact with the cats during the experience. We have four rescued cats: Takana Sensei, our mascot cat; Milk Yamaoka, who is only a few months old; Notre Dame Shishamo, who is friendly with everyone; and David Uni, the only white cat. A portion of the sales from these cats will be used for cat rescue activities.

We will also give you an aftercare manual after you take home your dyed clothes. Don't worry, we have detailed information on how to choose, how to dry, etc. We also sell dyes (indigo and ink) for re-dying at our store. You can re-dye it yourself to create a new pattern and color.