Japanese crafts making / Japanese miscellaneous goods in Japan

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• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Why not paint a fox mask with your own original design at the popular Japanese culture experience cafe in Asakusa? Fox masks are a type of traditional Japanese mask, especially related to Shinto and folk beliefs. Foxes are sacred beings in Japanese myths and legends, and are especially worshiped as messengers of the Inari god. Fox masks play an important role in these beliefs and festivals. First, choose your favorite fox mask and paint your favorite colors and designs on the white mask. Use various paints, from acrylic paints, to paint your ideas with paint. The staff will support you, so even beginners can enjoy creating. The traditional atmosphere of Asakusa and the mysterious elements of the fox mask combine to create a special experience. [Types of fox masks to choose from] ・Full (fox mask) ・Half (fox mask) ▶Fox masks Fox masks are used in Nohgaku (a general term for Noh and Kyogen) and Kagura (dance and song performed to worship the gods). They are often considered to be auspicious, as they are enshrined as messengers of the gods at Inari Shrine. In addition, fox masks are said to bring good fortune such as bountiful harvests, prosperity in business, and safety in the home. *Depending on the stock situation, we may not be able to provide the body you want.

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• Age 12～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Handmade chopstick rest experience in Naha! A short experience class to make your own original chopstick rest using the gold lacquering technique. Recommended for beginners and tourists, you can easily participate.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:30

Choose your favorite kimono fabric pattern and make a cute keychain. It's perfect as a wonderful souvenir or memento! The instructor will support you in making it ♪ [Contents of the kimono keychain you will make] ☆ Work: Kimono keychain / 1 piece Depending on the combination of fabric, each person will have their own cute work. Let's make your own original kimono keychain. You can make another one for an additional 500 yen ♬

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• Age 12～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Experience handmade accessories in Naha! A short hands-on class to make your own original necklace using the kintsugi technique. Recommended for beginners and tourists, it's easy to participate. In kintsugi, the broken parts are called "scenery", and each one has a completely different expression. Why not turn your own "scenery", the only one in the world, into an accessory and wear it casually?

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• Age 7～Age 80
• 1～2 hours

This is a workshop to make Shimenawa. <What is Shimenawa?> Shimenawa is used to mark the boundary between the secular and sacred realms. Let's welcome the New Year's God, "Toshigami-sama", with a beautiful Shimenawa. <Capacity> 4-6 people (subject to change depending on requests)

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

This is a tsumami zaiku workshop held in a home studio. Even beginners can participate with confidence and create original works. Experience the fun of making items that can be used in daily life while feeling close to traditional Japanese techniques. Children can join in the experience.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

If you are visiting Hida Takayama, you will definitely see this doll! Why not try making a Sarubobo yourself? It is a full-fledged experience that starts with stuffing the body with cotton and then sewing it together with a needle and thread, and is fun for both children and adults. (For children, we ask that a parent or guardian help with the experience.)

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• Age 18～Age 90
• Within 1 hour /Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30 / 17:00

You can now park your car on the first floor of our building and go out! If you would like to park your car and go sightseeing in Kanazawa, please come to our store. The daily fee is 800 yen (tax included) and we are limited to one car per day, so it's first come, first served! Reservations are required! *Please note that the parking lot may not be available during events held in our building, so please be sure to check with us. The "Nagadzubei" bus stop is right next to our store.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 13:00 / 14:30

"Studio Seikan" is a facility with a workshop, shop and cafe, where you can visit the manufacturing site of Yamanaka lacquerware, experience woodturning, shop, and enjoy cafe and sweets with lacquerware. This course includes a workshop tour (with explanation) - making a vase - lacquerware experience at the cafe (one drink included). Lacquerware craftsmen work here every day. In this experience, you can observe them up close and learn about lacquerware production. The staff will explain it in an easy-to-understand way. Next, you will make your own original lacquered chopsticks at the place where the craftsmen actually work. Think about the design of the chopsticks and paint them with real lacquer. You can experience authentic lacquer painting. The lacquer craftsmen will teach you carefully, so you can make them yourself until they are completed. You will surely be satisfied. It's fun. After that, you can enjoy drinks made with lacquerware at the cafe and taste sweets. Please relax and enjoy the lacquerware experience. Please feel free to ask the staff or craftsmen if you have any questions. Lacquer can cause a rash, but we check beforehand and use gloves to prevent it from coming into contact with the skin, so even small children can experience it. If you notice any abnormalities on your skin, please tell a member of staff immediately. Please note that we cannot take responsibility in the unlikely event of a rash occurring. Please be aware that lacquer may also adhere to clothing, and wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. *The information and photos posted may not be the latest information. Please be sure to check for yourself before using.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:30

A folding fan is useful even on scorching hot days or in places where the heating is too strong in the middle of winter. More and more people have folding fans, but few people have folding fans that they made themselves♪ The folding fans you make at Label Vie always have more than 8 types of fabrics available, including imported fabrics such as Laura Ashley, Liberty, and Morris, as well as Japanese pattern fabrics and kimono fabrics, so you can choose your favorite fabric♪ Make your own folding fan by pasting fabric onto the frame of the fan☆ It is also popular as a gift☆ Make it, use it, and decorate it♪ Enjoy making a fabric folding fan☆ [Contents of the original folding fan you will make] ☆ We have more than 8 types of fabrics available, including Japanese pattern fabrics, imported fabrics, and brand fabrics! Please choose your favorite fabric♪ ☆ You can master how to make it and make multiple ones at home. It also makes a great gift♪ ☆ Couples, couples, groups of friends, and mom friends are also welcome to participate♪ ☆ Children in the lower grades of elementary school can also make it! (Please support them♪) ☆ Please feel free to contact us for seating inquiries♪

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• Age 10～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

The Goza Mesu Basket is a bamboo basket measuring approximately 20cm wide x 12cm deep x 14cm high, and is ideal for storing small items or serving food. After the experience, you will be treated to tea and sweets while we talk about bamboo, including videos and demonstrations.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

This bamboo basket, called Shikai-nami, is about 13 cm in diameter and 10 cm in height. It was originally a flower basket, but can be used as a small item holder. It is made by weaving 16 bamboo strips provided. After the experience, you will be treated to tea and sweets, and a talk about bamboo will be given with videos and demonstrations.

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• Age 5～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 11:10 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

Create your own original work using your favorite art materials such as paints and pens. You can also decorate it with stickers and ribbons. It's a great way to commemorate your trip and can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. Inquiries and on-site support will be in Japanese. Please prepare your own translation app.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:15 / 12:30 / 14:00 / 15:30

4 minutes walk from Nagoya Station. Right next to Exit 10 of the underground mall Unimall. 1F street store, same-day reservations available for up to 20 people. "Ceramics, Glass, Herbarium Flower Class Chiyono" is located right next to the fashionable underground mall. Easy even on rainy days. Leisure. Perfect in between sightseeing, shopping, and stylish lunches. Why not try pottery on a wheel in the Nagoya style? We do it the old way from about 500 years ago! This is a class that "fulfills as many of your requests as possible." This is a full-course practice course that includes one wheel experience and 30 minutes of wheel practice before the actual performance. It's fun to try out the basics of turning the wheel yourself and raising and lowering the clay with practice clay + creating a work. After practice, you will create a work with the instructor, so you can be sure it will be beautiful and safe. Usually 90 minutes. No mistakes! A full-packed plan that includes "kneading clay, making, painting, and glaze coloring" in one day! You can make anything from 500g of clay. You can make it together with the instructor, so you can rest assured! No failures! Please feel free to come and experience it♪ ☆----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★ [This is a great deal!] In addition to regular pottery production, you can also paint and color, which actually takes 3 days, so it's a great deal! You can use 500g of whitening cosmetic clay ☆ Seto Kunyu clay. ← I want to make the work light, so I'll use less clay. [Experience flow] ① After the explanation, knead the clay + practice Create what you want to make with an electric potter's wheel. (In principle, you will make it together with the instructor. Don't worry!) ② Patterning (Carve and paint with a thin stick or stamp to draw a picture or pattern) ③ Glazing (Paint the whole with a clear or blue glaze with a brush, and paint as many green and pink glazes as you like.) * We will ask you about adding or changing colors on the day. * Pick up in about 1.5 months. If you would like it to be mailed, please let us know on the day. This plan is for beginners in pottery, so it is a course that can be enjoyed by beginners as well as children. Close to the station ☆ Easy experience in 80 minutes ♪ Feel free to come and experience it with just your children. ☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★【Price】 5000 yen. 【Experience time】 Maximum, about 100 minutes. Faster, about 80 minutes. 【Clothing】 There is no particular designation, but please come in clothes that you don't mind getting a little dirty. 【Target age】 From 3 to 80 years old Anyone, regardless of age or gender, can enjoy it. 【Items to bring】 There is nothing in particular, but if you are worried about getting dirty, please bring an apron. *We try not to get too dirty. Rental is 400 yen.

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• Age 3～Age 100
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• 13:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

4 minutes walk from Nagoya Station. Right next to Exit 10 of the underground mall Unimall. 1F street store, same-day reservations available for up to 20 people. "Ceramics, Glass, Candle Flower Class Chiyono" is located right next to the stylish underground mall. Easy even on rainy days. Leisure. Perfect in between sightseeing, shopping, and stylish lunches. Why not try pottery on an electric wheel in the Nagoya style? This plan is a one-on-one plan with the instructor to focus on pottery making. But you can also practice a little before the real thing! You will make one piece of anything from 500g of clay. You can make it quickly with the instructor, so you can rest assured! No mistakes! Please feel free to come and try it out. You can practice on the electric wheel before the real thing. +One-on-one production. Make one piece of anything with the instructor one-on-one! You can make it quickly in the shortest time. Leave the rest to us! It's OK in between sightseeing and dates. Items to be made: Tea bowls, teacups, and bowls are recommended! Other special items will incur an additional fee. Number of pieces: Up to 1 piece. Additional pieces are also possible. Color, pattern, and other changes can be made on the day. ☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★ [This is a great deal!] We will make pottery using clay that is also used in whitening cosmetics. ☆ We will use 500g of Seto semi-magnetic clay. ← We will also practice a little before the actual performance. Lecture: Yes This is a plan to make one piece properly with the instructor. [Experience flow] ① After the explanation, practice core removal on an electric potter's wheel. ② Create what you want to make. (You will make it together with the instructor. Don't worry!) The date and signature will be put on the back. ③ The color of the glaze, etc. will be left to you (the finished product will mainly be white vessels, etc.) *In addition, you can specify patterns and colors or paint them yourself in the color you want for an additional fee. Please consult us on the day. (About 500 to 1000 yen) *Pick up in about 1.5 months. If you would like to have it mailed, please let us know on the day. This plan is for beginners, so it is a course that can be enjoyed by beginners as well as children. Close to the station ☆ Easy experience in 30 to 40 minutes ♪ Feel free to come and experience it with just your children. *Please note that if you are only watching without accompanying a preschool child, the tuition fee of 2000 yen/person will be charged. ☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★【Fee】3800 yen. 【Experience time】About 30 to 45 minutes Only on holidays from 13:00 to 15:00 to 16:00 *Time designation from 14:00 is not possible. 【What to bring】Nothing in particular, but if you are concerned about getting dirty, please bring an apron. Rental is 400 yen.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:15 / 12:30 / 14:00 / 15:30

4 minutes walk from Nagoya Station. Right next to Exit 10 of the underground mall Unimall. 1F street store, up to 20 people can make a reservation on the day. "Ceramics, Glass, Herbarium Flower Class Chiyono" is located right next to the stylish underground mall. Easy even on rainy days. Leisure. Perfect in between sightseeing, shopping, and stylish lunches. We are currently offering a little practice! If you wish, we will provide a practice session before the actual event! Why not try pottery on a wheel in the Nagoya style? We will do it the old way from about 500 years ago! This is a class that will "fulfill your wishes as much as possible." This plan is for beginners in pottery, so if you want to try out an electric wheel or don't have time, you can make it right away with the instructor, so you can do it in about an hour. Usually 80 minutes. No mistakes! A full-fledged plan that includes "kneading clay, making, painting, and glaze painting" in one day! You can make anything from 500g of clay. You can rest assured that you will be able to make it with the instructor's help! No failure! Please feel free to come to the experience♪ *If you want to practice on the potter's wheel or make it yourself, please choose the full-scale potter's wheel plan for 5,800 yen. ☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★ [This is a great deal! ] In addition to regular pottery production, it is a great deal because it includes painting and coloring, which actually takes 5 days! You can use 500g of whitening cosmetic clay ☆ Seto Kunyu clay. ← I want to make the work light, so I use less clay. [Experience flow] ① After the explanation, knead the clay and create what you want to make with an electric potter's wheel. (In principle, you will make it together with the instructor. Don't worry!) ② Patterning (Carve and paint with a thin stick or stamp to draw a picture or pattern) ③ Glazing (Paint the entire surface with a clear or blue glaze with a brush, and paint as many green and pink glazes as you like.) *We will ask you on the day if you would like to add or change colors. *Pick up your item about 1.5 months later. If you would like it mailed, please let us know on the day. This plan is for beginners in pottery, so it is a course that can be enjoyed by beginners as well as children. Close to the station ☆ Easy experience in your spare time of 80 minutes ♪ Feel free to come and experience it with just your children. ☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★【Price】 4,500 yen. *If you want to practice using the potter's wheel properly, please choose the full-scale potter's wheel plan for 5,800 yen or 6,400 yen. 【Experience time】 Maximum, about 90 minutes. For those who are quick, about 60 minutes. 【Clothing】 There is no particular designation, but please come in clothes that you don't mind getting a little dirty. 【Target age】 From 3 to 80 years old Anyone, regardless of age or gender, can enjoy it. 【Items to bring】 There is nothing in particular, but if you are worried about getting dirty, please bring an apron. *We try not to get too dirty. Rental is 400 yen.

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• Age 8～Age 80
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• 11:00

"Mizuhiki" is a decorative string used for gift envelopes and gifts. It is a traditional Japanese craft that is processed by coloring and winding kinshi. Recently, it has been arranged into Japanese modern accessories and interior goods. In this course, you will learn the basic awaji knot and plum knot, and combine mizuhiki of your favorite colors to create an original bookmark. You can also make an arrangement rabbit ♪

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• Age 15～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 13:00 / 16:00

One rabbit will be made using the Awaji knot, which is the basis of mizuhiki crafts. We use a new type of fluffy mizuhiki to create a brooch that looks great in the cold season. Please choose one color out of three colors. ～Flow of the day～ ① Seating and explanation (5 minutes) ② Opening the kit ③ Production (30 minutes) ④ Drying the glue (10 minutes) ⑤ Packaging and cleaning up (5 minutes)

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• Age 3～Age 100
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• 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30 / 17:00

It seems that many glass crafts have been passed down from ancient Egypt. Among them, fusing has a finish reminiscent of a mosaic pattern. Glass chips called millefiori are lined up on colorful plate glass. After that, when it is fired in an electric furnace, the glass melts and the colored patterns look like mosaic art. Why not use the finished product to make your own accessories or chopstick rests?

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• Age 3～Age 100
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• 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30 / 17:00

The kaleidoscope was invented by a Scottish optician, and was a toy that had already been imported to Japan during the Edo period. Taking advantage of the prism of light, the topping of small beads originally packed inside creates a world you've never seen before. You can really see the ``flowers'' blooming. You won't be able to take your eyes off it♪

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• Age 5～Age 100
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It is a tie-dyeing experience at the kimono brand "Komuroan" store on the approach to Heian Shrine. You can choose from three items: handkerchiefs, tote bags, and furoshiki, and have them tie-dyed on the spot. Only one wonderful accessory in the world will be completed!

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• Age 3～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 14:00 / 15:00

Kyoto Family Crest Workshop Hiragiya Shinshichi holds workshops where you can make your own accessories using your own family crest, a ``flower pattern'' representing your birthday, or the crest of a Sengoku warlord or historical figure. In addition to traditional family crests, we also offer manga and anime designs. There are several types of accessories you can make, such as purses, mugs, book covers, and wrapping cloths. Perfect as a gift for your family or someone close to you. Enjoy traditional experiences in a city steeped in history.

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• Age 1～Age 100
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• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Why not make your own original art fan or fan at the popular Japanese culture experience cafe in Asakusa? Choose from the traditional Japanese crafts of "fan" or "uchiwa", decorate it with your own ideas, and make your own unique fan or fan. You can easily enjoy decoration using stamps, markers, watercolors, etc. No special skills or drawing skills are required. You can create your own unique fan or fan by freely choosing the type and color of stamps and applying an original design. By incorporating modern stamp art into a traditional fan, a new art piece that combines tradition and modernity is born. The staff will support you, so even beginners can enjoy creating. Your original fan will be a special item that you made yourself and will be a memorable and important item. It is also popular as a personal favorite item. *This experience is an experience where you paint a plain fan or fan yourself.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Tie-dye is a dyed product in which the fabric is tied up (Tie) and dyed (Dye). A variety of patterns are created by folding and tying the fabric before dyeing. Because they are dyed by hand, no two pieces have the same design. [Experience details] Tie the T-shirt in your favorite way and dye it in your favorite color. We will guide you carefully so everyone can enjoy it. Price: ¥5,000 per person (1 T-shirt included) Time: Select from 9:00-11:30, 13:00-15:30 Number of participants: 2-5 people Age: Elementary school students and above are welcome to bring: Hanger ☆The dye may splash onto your clothes and shoes, so please come in clothes and shoes that you don't mind getting dirty.☆T-shirt sizes are available from 90cm to XXL. Please let us know your size when making a reservation ☆ If you bring a T-shirt, you will receive a ¥500 discount. ☆The second T-shirt will be sold for ¥1,000 each. ☆Additional ¥500 will be charged for the second T-shirt you bring in.

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• Age 7～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

For those staying or planning to stay at Kurokawa Onsen. Would you like to make souvenirs and memories unique to Kumamoto? "Kurami Shibu Uchiwa Making Experience" is an experience to make a traditional Kumamoto Prefecture craft "Kurami Shibu Uchiwa" using fan bones, Japanese paper, and persimmon tannin. If you coordinate with yukata, kimono, and jinbei, you can enjoy summer festivals and hot spring town walks in your own way. It's a big success at home every year. You can cool off with a gentle breeze without worrying about your electricity bill. ■Points of the experience■・You can choose from 8 types of patterns and 2 types of frames. Recommended experiences: ・For a break while visiting the hot springs ・For the pleasure of walking around the hot spring town ・For making memories with your family, lover, couple ・For those who are staying at Kurokawa Onsen for several days ・For those who are interested in Japanese manufacturing To << What is Raitami Shibu Uchiwa? 》It has a history of more than 400 years and is counted as one of the three major uchiwa production areas. Currently, the only manufacturer "Kurikawa Shoten" is making Kuritami Shibu Uchiwa in Yamaga City, Kumamoto Prefecture.

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• Age 10～Age 80
• 1～2 hours

It is a work made by three-dimensionally combining flowers and animals using kimono fabric and cotton. Kits and tools will be prepared here in advance, so you can participate empty-handed on the day. If you have a request, we will also hold a business trip class at your accommodation.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

Would you like to make your own chopsticks in a nostalgic space? For making memories of your trip to Kyoto, for a girls' night out, or as a gift for your loved ones... You can take the product you made home with you on the day.

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• Age 6～Age 80
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00

"Ise Katagami" is used for dyeing kimonos. It is a traditional craft technique that has been passed down in Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture for over a thousand years. ``Ise Katagami'' is made by a craftsman called a katagami, who uses a chisel to carve intricate patterns and designs onto durable Japanese paper. It is surprising that more than 900 patterns are carved into a single inch (approximately 3cm) corner using a very fine piece of material. This time, we will be dyeing postcards using a pattern carved by Chiaki Imazaka, a traditional craftsman. Why not dye it in your favorite color, create an original postcard, and send it to your loved ones with a message? We also have 6 different designs of this year's zodiac signs, ``Dragon'' and ``Seahorse.'' We recommend sending it to a loved one or to yourself as a memento of your trip to Tokyo.

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• Age 3～Age 100
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• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Why not make your own original goshuincho at the popular Japanese culture experience cafe in Asakusa? Goshuincho are used by worshippers to keep a record of their travels and pilgrimages and visits when they visit Japanese temples and shrines. First, you can make an upcycled goshuincho that is kind to the earth, using recycled materials such as scraps from the kimono manufacturing process, used paper bags and wrapping paper. Choose your favorite pattern from the materials and make your own favorite goshuincho! The staff will support you, so even beginners can enjoy creating. If you visit shrines and temples with your handmade goshuincho, it will become a deeper memory. ●What is upcycling? It is to give new added value to things or unnecessary items that would otherwise be discarded, upgrade them into new products, and reborn them. In order to switch from a consumer society in which things are mass-produced and consumed to a sustainable society, the keyword upcycling is very important.

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• Age 1～Age 100
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• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Why not try painting an auspicious papier-mâché doll with your own original design at the popular Japanese culture experience cafe in Asakusa? Papier-mâché is a doll made by creating a frame out of wood and pasting washi paper on it. It originally originated in China, but is said to have been introduced to Japan during the Heian period. There are many different shapes, but many of them are in the shape of animals, and they have become treasured as lucky charms. First, choose your favorite plain body. Once you have decided on the body, use your imagination and paint your ideas with paint. Our staff will support you, so even beginners can have fun creating. Papier-mâché dolls are hollow and very light, so they are very popular as travel souvenirs. [Types of bodies to choose from] ▶ Daruma dolls "Daruma dolls" have a rounded shape and the fact that they "get up no matter how many times they fall down," and they have been treasured as talismans and lucky charms since ancient times. Papier-mâché daruma dolls are used for all kinds of wishes, such as warding off evil, making the family happy, and making wishes come true, so they are used for prosperity in business and winning. ▶Lucky catsLucky cats used to be a lucky charm for sericulture because they exterminate mice that eat crops and silkworms, but since sericulture has declined, they have come to be seen as a lucky charm for business prosperity. There is a theory that lucky cats were originally made using the "Imado ware" pottery technique that was produced around Imado-cho in Asakusa. *There are various theories*Depending on the stock situation, we may not be able to provide the body you want.

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