[Kagoshima/Amami Oshima] Learn more about Oshima Tsumugi! Learn! Peeking experience and get an Oshima Tsumugi strap

A special experience to learn the traditional techniques of Oshima Tsumugi at the historic factory of "Megumi Kinu Orimono", a tsumugi workshop that has been in operation for three generations on Amami Oshima. You can observe and experience the representative techniques of "Kasuri mat mesh breaking" and "Surikomi", and in the Japanese-style room, you can carefully observe the differences in kasuri and weaving using a magnifying glass. You can take a peek into the deep world of Oshima Tsumugi. After the experience, you will receive an original strap. ~Schedule of the day~13:00 Learn the entire process of making Oshima Tsumugi Based on photographic materials, the production process of Oshima Tsumugi is carefully explained, from thread making to weaving. Even beginners can easily understand the whole picture. 13:20 Experience the mechanism and technique of kasuri mats While looking at the blueprint, you will learn about the structure of kasuri mats and the "me-breaking" technique, and experience "surikomi" coloring. It is a valuable time to experience the actual process. 13:40 Observe the rolls of fabric and choose a strap Learn about the types of Oshima Tsumugi rolls and observe the kasuri patterns with a magnifying glass. Finally, choose your favorite Oshima Tsumugi strap to take home.

The process of making Oshima Tsumugi, from thread making to weaving, is explained in detail with photos. Even beginners can easily understand the process.

While looking at the original drawings and blueprints, you can actually experience the structure of Kasuri mats and the techniques of "breaking the weave" and "printing the colors." This is a valuable opportunity to experience a part of the craftsmanship.

Learn about the different types of rolls of fabric in a Japanese-style room and observe the kasuri patterns through a magnifying glass. At the end, you can choose your favorite Oshima Tsumugi strap to take home as a souvenir.