Overview
Take part in a shibori tie-dye workshop in Arimatsu and learn all about this ancient Japanese art from a local guide. The experience starts with a walking tour around the old city, so you can admire its original Edo-era buildings, shop for souvenir shibori art, and visit the Tie-Dyeing Museum where you can see where you can see demonstrations of experienced tying craftswomen. Afterward, you'll head to your workshop to create your very own shibori tie-dye masterpiece. Choose from two options when you book online. After Jan 10th 2023 ① Handkerchief / Tenugui fabric (Tour duration 6hours) ② T-Shirts (Tour duration: 6.5hours)
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Walking tour of Arimatsu
- Professional guide
- Tie-dyeing workshop
- Transportation to/from attractions
What's Not Included
- Float museum entry
- Food and drinks
- Admission fee to some old houses
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Arimatsu city is one of the few old places in Nagoya area where you can still see the original Edo period buildings undamaged.
Stop 2
Interesting souvenir shops where you can purchase works of Shibori art. After lunch head to one of three available workshops to try your own hands at making a beautiful dyed art.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour involves a fair amount of walking, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- The minimum age for participants is 7 years old.
- A Mandarin, French, Spanish, German, or Korean-speaking guide may be available. Please contact the supplier in advance to check availability.
- Please bring comfortable walking shoes and some cash for lunch, drinks, and shopping.
- Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking. If no dietary information is provided, we will assume you have no restrictions. Advance notice is required so we can arrange a suitable restaurant for lunch.