Experience Making a Tsumami-zaiku Hairpin (Oharibako)
You can create Tsumami Zaiku using traditional techniques. It's an experience we're proud of and we're sure you'll enjoy.
Choose your favorites from five categories: flower, base, color, flower center, and hanging color/shape, and freely combine them to create your own original hair ornament.
Details
- Age RestrictionsAges restricted (see policies)
- Verification & AccuracyPublicly listed
Languages available
- 日本語 / Japanese
More Details
Pass through the garden, with its seasonal variety, to enter a traditional Kyoto Machiya. Step away to a tranquil space where you can engage in the techniques of true craftsmen. We take great pride in our workshops and all are sure to enjoy. Our Tsumami Zaiku (pinching craft)workshops have been held continuously for the past ten years and attended by more than 10,000 guests. Participants will have access to the same Habutae silk found in the pinching craft ornaments worn by real Maiko. You will also learn distinct Kyoto hand-dying techniques that produce beautiful color patterns. Choose your favorite designs from among the four categories of flower, body, color, and streamers; then, arrange them freely to create your own original hair ornament Please stop by whenever you are in Kyoto. We await your visit.
Video
Experience Type
- Accessories (Clothing)
- Hats & Hair
Durations available
- 1-3 hours
Additional Terms and Limitations
・Workshops are only possible on normal store business days. (The store is closed on Wednesdays, as well as during the New year's holiday period) Please confirm before applying. *There may also be days that are unavailable due to special events or circumstances of the staff ・Please apply during normal business hours (store closes at 5 PM), at least one business day in advance of your desired date. *It may be safer to apply by phone in the event that time is running out before your desired date ・Workshops generally consist of two to ten people. If your party is 11 people or more, please consult with us as far in advance as possible. ・Due to staff circumstances, only one workshop is possible per day. ・We ask that children under 12 years of age please refrain from participation. ・In some cases, you may not be the only party participating in the workshop. As such, please take care not to arrive late. ・Payment for your workshop will be made to store staff on the day of the workshop (credit card payment is possible). ・Please make sure the phone number you provide is one where you can be reached on the day of the workshop. ・If you use reading glasses, please make sure to bring them to your workshop.
Seller's Cancellation/Refund Policy
Your workshop may be cancelled if you are over 15 minutes late. Thank you for your understanding.
Nearby transportation
2 min walk from Daitokuji-mae (Daitokuji Temple) Bus stop 23 min walk from Kuramaguchi Station
Location
Original Listing
Experience Making a Tsumami-zaiku Hairpin (Oharibako)
Experience Making a Tsumami-zaiku Hairpin (Oharibako)
¥3,300
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- CityKyoto City
- PrefectureKyoto