Japanese Hina Doll Making (Mataro Dolls)
Experience Kimekomi Ningyo doll making with a tradition reaching back 290 years to the Edo Genbun period.
Details
- Age RestrictionsAges restricted (see policies)
- Photography/VideoPhotos & video allowed (always ask!)
- AccessibilityNot indicated (Contact provider)
- Verification & AccuracyBottlecap Authenticated
Group size
- Small groups
- Private experience
Languages available
- 日本語 / Japanese
- English
More Details
Launched in 1919 in what is currently Ueno area of Taito. Founder Mataro Kanabayashi studied under the son of Eikichi Yoshino, who brought Kamo Ningyo techniques back from Tokyo, and built the foundation for modern Kimekomi Ningyo doll making. The Kimekomi Ningyo dolls of Mataro are the only legitimate heirs of the Kimekomi Ningyo tradition recognized from their birthplace in the Kamigamo Shrine. They transcend the status of works of art, and are in fact talismans that intimately protect acquaintances and family members. In this activity, participants get to experience the steps of creating a Kimekomi Ningyo doll all the way to completion. First, the fabric that will serve as the clothing is attached in order onto a body that has been formed by filling a body-shaped mold with a resin called toso, which is a mixture of paulownia sawdust and a natural shofu-nori glue paste. Select whatever pattern you like for the clothing. After selecting cloths with patterns you like, fit the cloths to the body by tucking the fabric into the grooves with a tucking tool. Using Shofu-Nori glue paste, affix the fabric such that there are no misalignments. Place each single area slowly and carefully. After you insert the head onto the completed body portion and brush her hair, fixing her hair style is the final step.
Video
Experience Type
- Charms & Keepsakes
- Dolls & Figures
- Japanese Culture
- Kimono & Yukata
Durations available
- 1-3 hours
Additional Terms and Limitations
2 person minimum Aged 10 and up Booking in advance cut off: 5 days Lint or loose threads may stick on your clothes during this experience. Aprons might be helpful, bring and use it if you like. You use sharp spatulas and scissors to make your dolls, so keep your eyes on your small children during the activity.
Seller's Cancellation/Refund Policy
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 8 days or less before the event We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 3 days or less before the event
Nearby transportation
5 min from Ueno-okachimachi Station 4 min from Okachimachi Station
Location
Original Listing
https://www.lapita.jp/tokyo-kosha/dentokogei/en/tour/tour019.html
Japanese Hina Doll Making (Mataro Dolls)
Japanese Hina Doll Making (Mataro Dolls)
¥12,000
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- CityTaito
- PrefectureTokyo