Discover the art of Fukusa Shibori in Kyoto! Join this class to learn the masterful Kasamaki and Nuishime dyeing techniques. Explore the exhibition floor and shop for unique items and fabrics.
Discover the art of Fukusa Shibori in Kyoto! Join this class to learn the masterful Kasamaki and Nuishime dyeing techniques. Explore the exhibition floor and shop for unique items and fabrics.
- Kyoto Shibori Museum - There are many techniques for dying cloth. During this experience, you can try two of these methods: Kasamaki and Nuishime. The Kasamaki method is a technique that involves stitching around the shape you want to create, pulling the thread tight, and then wrapping the threads around the cone of fabric several times. The…
- Kyoto Shibori Museum - There are many techniques for dying cloth. During this experience, you can try two of these methods: Kasamaki and Nuishime. The Kasamaki method is a technique that involves stitching around the shape you want to create, pulling the thread tight, and then wrapping the threads around the cone of fabric several times. The Nuishime method is a technique that involves stitching along a line and then pulling the thread tight.
After dyeing a silk wrapping cloth (38cm x 38cm) using the Kasamaki shibori method and Nuishime shibori method, you will end up with a beautiful silk wrapping cloth that will serve as a great memento of your trip to Kyoto. Classes are usually held individually and will take about 60 minutes to 90 minutes.
Procedure:
• Choose your favorite design and color.
• Listen to the explanation of Kasamaki Shibori.
• Employ the Kasamaki shibori (winding technique) on your fabric.
• Listen to the explanation of Nuishime Shibori.
• Employ the Nuishime Shibori (stitching technique) on your fabric.
• Go to the dye studio and dye your fabric (approximately 5 minutes).
• Rinse your fabric.
• Go to the exhibition floor and watch a DVD and learn more about shibori and see the shibori exhibition until your fabric gets dried (approximately 30 minutes).
• Go back to the class room.
• Untie and cut the threads.
• Open your fabric and see the results.You can also try on a shibori kimono at no extra charge. The museum shop also sells a variety of shibori items, souvenirs, fabrics, etc.
- Museum admission fee included
- Museum admission fee included
At the Kyoto Shibori Museum, participants can engage in a traditional Japanese craft class that teaches the art of dyeing a 40cm x 40cm silk Fukusa (wrapping cloth) using the Kasamaki shibori and Nuishime shibori techniques. By the end of the class, attendees will have a stunning silk Fukusa as a memento of their visit to Kyoto. Classes are typically…
At the Kyoto Shibori Museum, participants can engage in a traditional Japanese craft class that teaches the art of dyeing a 40cm x 40cm silk Fukusa (wrapping cloth) using the Kasamaki shibori and Nuishime shibori techniques. By the end of the class, attendees will have a stunning silk Fukusa as a memento of their visit to Kyoto. Classes are typically conducted individually and last between 90 to 120 minutes.
Begin by selecting a preferred color and design, and learn the specific methods for tying the fabric and knotting the thread.
Dye the fabric and then remove the thread to reveal the finished product!
While the fabric dries (approximately 30 minutes), participants can explore more about shibori. Enjoy viewing art pieces, tools, and samples on display in the museum.
The museum shop offers a wide range of shibori items, souvenirs, fabrics, and more for purchase.
- Minimum age is 8 years
- Adult pricing applies to any age
- Two cars parking and bicycle parking spaces are available
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
