Tatami Experience, Hand Stitching and Coaster Making in Kyoto

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese

This Tatami making experience in Kyoto blends hands-on craft at a long established shop with over 300 years of experience.
You start with a short lecture on tatami’s history and structure, explore the working space, then learn traditional hand stitching directly from an experienced Tatami artisan. Finally create and take home your own tatami coaster.
Your instructor will offer hands-on guidance and English materials, which make the experience accessible to even first time visitors. Chat with your instructor during the experience and connect to authentic Japanese craftsmanship and heritage.

What's Included

1 Drink
Lecture on tatami basics
All materials for hand stitching and coaster creation (1 piece)
Tatami workshop tour
Transportation From/To the meeting point

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your instructor will welcome you outside the shop, Genroku Tatami, at the scheduled start time.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

This workshop offers hands-on learning about the charm and craftsmanship of traditional Japanese tatami mats at a long-established shop with over 300 years of experience.

Begin by learning about the structure, materials and history of tatami, followed by a short tour of the workshop. Then, try your hand at traditional tatami hand stitching under expert guidance.
You will also create your own tatami coaster to take home.

With step-by-step instruction from friendly professionals, this experience is perfect even for first time visitors to Japan.
Our instructor is a highly experienced tatami craftsman with many years in the industry. Friendly, knowledgeable and easy to talk to, he enjoys sharing stories and insights about tatami culture and Japanese craftsmanship.

The workshop is fully hands-on, with careful and patient instruction throughout the experience.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Historical Tours
Craft Classes
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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