Kyoto: Yuzen Dyeing Workshop with Tenugui Souvenir

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Experience the Beauty of Kata-Yuzen in Kyoto

At OKADA in Kyoto’s historic Higashiyama district, discover the art of Kata-Yuzen, a traditional Japanese dyeing technique used in kimono making.

Using hand-carved stencils and a brush, you will follow authentic Yuzen processes to create your own hand-dyed tenugui to take home. Each piece reflects the craftsmanship and care passed down through generations.

Enjoy a peaceful, refined space where you can connect with Japan’s traditional culture and create a memorable keepsake from your time in Kyoto.

What's Included

One tenugui (Japanese hand towel) to dye and take home
Instructor guidance (in Japanese or English)
All necessary dyeing materials and tools 　（体験に必要なすべての染料・道具）

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Kyoto Station, the No. 206 bus is the most convenient. It’s just a 30-second walk from the Kiyomizu-michi bus stop!

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

At OKADA in Kyoto’s Higashiyama district, we share Japanese traditional culture through hands-on experiences in shodo (calligraphy), sado (tea ceremony), and Yuzen dyeing.

In our Yuzen dyeing workshop, you can experience Kata-Yuzen, one of the traditional kimono-making techniques.
Kata-Yuzen is a method of creating designs by layering multiple stencil sheets. Each stencil is carefully carved by specialized craftsmen by hand, and dozens of stencils are required to complete a single kimono—sometimes even up to one hundred.

In this experience, you will follow real Kata-Yuzen steps: attaching the fabric to a Yuzen board, placing stencils over the material, and applying colors with a brush to create your own original hand-dyed tenugui to take home.

We hope you will enjoy discovering Japan’s traditional craftsmanship as a memorable part of your stay in Kyoto.
We look forward to welcoming you in our refined and peaceful space.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by OKADA Japan Culture Center

Tags

Historical Tours
Art Classes
Craft Classes
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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