Kyoto: Traditional Yuzen Dyeing Experience
ID: GYG621922-1038353
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Experience yuzen dyeing in Kyoto. Make your own silk fabric yuzen and learn about the history of yuzen dyeing.
Discover the traditional art of Kyoto Yuzen dyeing in the heart of the Nishijin district. Visit a traditional machiya townhouse and learn about the history of the area from your guide.
Meet your guide at the Nishijin district and head to the workshop of a local Kyoto Yuzen artist. Learn about the history of the area and the art of Kyoto Yuzen dyeing.
Admire the intricate designs of the Kyoto Yuzen technique, which uses silk fabric and vibrant colors to create beautiful patterns. Try your hand at the art of Kyoto Yuzen dyeing and create your own piece of art to take home.
Highlights
- Discover the traditional art of Yuzen dyeing in the heart of Kyoto
- Learn about the history of Yuzen dyeing and its importance in Japanese culture
- Create your own unique Yuzen-dyed handkerchief to take home as a souvenir
- Explore a traditional machiya townhouse and admire the Yuzen-dyed artwork
- Hear about the history of the area and the importance of the Yuzen dyeing
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the start time
Wear clothes that you don't mind getting dye on
The experience may involve the use of chemicals; please inform us in advance if you have any allergies or sensitivities
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
