Step Inside a Hand-Painted Kyo-Yuzen Workshop with Artisan Guide (Souvenir Included)

What to expect

The kimono is a symbol of Japan’s timeless culture. Join a Kyoto Yuzen workshop, where a master artisan will introduce you to the delicate process of hand-painting and color blending that gives this traditional textile its vibrant beauty.

What's included

  • Studio Tour
  • French guide
  • Multilingual audio guide via interpretation device
  • English-speaking guide
  • Souvenir

About this experience

Starting at
10:00, 14:00, 16:00

Schedule

  1. Check-in at OKAYAMA-KOUGEI
  2. Studio Tour
    The tour begins with an explanation of the kimono-making process using panels and videos in the reference room on the third floor. After that, you’ll tour the workshop on the second floor, where you can see the actual production process.
  3. Dismissal on site

Location and Directions

  • Check-in / Check-out

    OKAYAMA-KOUGEI

    8-2-2 Nishiura-cho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

    OKAYAMA-KOUGEI — 8-2-2 Nishiura-cho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
    - About a 10-minute walk from the East Exit of the North Ticket Gate at Takeda Station (Kintetsu Kyoto Line / Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line)
    - About a 10-minute taxi ride from the Hachijo Exit of Kyoto Station

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Additional notes

  • Craftsmen are busy in the workshop. We kindly ask you to be respectful and considerate when taking photographs during your visit.

Operated by

LINKTIVITY Inc.2 (Code:200864)

Cancellation policy

  • On the activity day / No-show: 100%

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