Dyeing Workshops

Summary

We can offer captivating in-person workshops. Let's immerse ourselves in the art of Japanese dyeing, guided and organized by renowned and beloved professionals who are celebrated throughout Japan. 

The workshop will be held at our studio located in Asakusa, in the heart of Tokyo, where every "color" tells a story of tradition and innovation. 

 

Price

Basic (2.5 - 3.5 hours) … 16,000 JPY / Person 
Intensive (1 day) … 22,000 JPY / Person・Day

[⚠IMPORTANT] 
If there are one or two participants, a total participation fee of 48,000 JPY (Basic) / 66,000 JPY (Intensive) will be charged.

However the following discounts are available for large groups of participants; 5-7 students: 15% OFF, 8 or more: 25% OFF. Please notify us through this Form before your trip to Japan, if you are interested. 


Courses

1. Basic five courses

Duration: 2.5 - 3.5 hours
Schedule: Friday, Saturday, Sunday

1-1 Ai-Zuri (Good for beginners)



Recommended for people who…
・are keen on Ukiyo-e or Japanese pictures
・are interested in indigo dyeing
・has children interested in foreign arts

In this workshop, you'll make a Ukiyo-e Tenugui with indigo pigments. Please check out this detailed explanation, if you are interested.

1-2 Shibori (Good for beginners)



Recommended for people who…

・want to learn how to do Shibori
・are looking to learn the history of Japanese indigo dyeing
・hope to do craft workshops with your family

In this workshop, you'll make a Shibori handkerchief. Please check out this detailed explanation, if you are interested.

1-3 Sekidashi Yuzen and Hikizome - Basic (Good for intermediate)



Recommended for people who…
hope to learn how to use Hikibake or Aibana liquid
・want to make beautiful blurred patterns
・are interested in botanical dyes

In this workshop, you'll make Hikizome Tenugui and use Japanese botanical dyes. Please check out this detailed explanation, if you are interested.

1-4 Sugaki and Hikizome - Basic (Good for advanced)



Recommended for people who…
・are interested in techniques of Sumi-ink painting
・would like to paint beautiful landscape pictures on your Tenugui
・want to be creative in this workshop

In this workshop, you'll make Sugaki Tenugui and use Japanese botanical dyes. Please check out this detailed explanation, if you are interested.

1-5 Paste Resist dyeing (Good for intermediate)



Recommended for people who…
want to know how to make rice paste resist
are interested in Katazome
・try to make indigo-dyed fabric with beautiful Japanese patterns

You can apply the method to Japanese papers. Please check out this detailed explanation, if you are interested.

 

 

2. Intensive three courses 

Duration: 6 hours
Schedule: Friday, Saturday, Sunday


2-1 Katazome Intensive (Good for intermediate)

 

Recommended for people who…
are looking to learn how to do Katazome
are interested in indigo dyes very much
・want to see the pioneer of Japanese-style botanical dyeing

In this workshop, you will learn how to cut a stencil and how to make a paste resist, which are most important for Katazome. Please check out this detailed explanation, if you are interested.

2-2 Hikizome - Intensive (Good for advanced)



Recommended for people who…

・hope to learn the process of Tenugui
・are looking to widen your expression of art
・are professional dyers or artists

In this workshop, dye one large Tenugui with Hikizome. Mr.Saida will adjust the contents of the workshop to your preferences. Please check out this detailed explanation, if you are interested.

2-3 Special - Making Noren (2 days / Good for advanced)



Recommended for people who…
・are interested in making your own Noren
・want to learn Japanese dyeing techniques widely
・are professional designers

This workshop is special and takes 2 days. So, please be sure that the workshop fee will be 2 times as the Intensive course fee. Please check out this detailed explanation, if you are interested.

 


Notes

Prices include all costs such as taxes and materials. Please note that bookings for one or two people may be canceled. The cancellation policy will be communicated at the time of booking. We would like you to book at least three weeks before your trip.

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