NIWA Kyoto Traditional Culture Experience | Cultural Workshop
- Directly connected to Kyoto Station. Easy to join during your travels. A cultural experience directly connected to Kyoto Station that is easy to incorporate into your itinerary, whether you are sightseeing in Kyoto or waiting for your Shinkansen. Make the most of your time around the station by immersing yourself in Kyoto's culture.
- Approx. 40-60 minutes & same-day bookings available. The experience lasts about 40-60 minutes.
- Enjoy a variety of Kyoto cultures with daily rotating programs. We host daily experiences related to the culture and craftsmanship passed down in Kyoto, such as Ikebana, Yuzen dyeing, gold leaf, bamboo crafts, and Kyo-katchu (Kyoto armor).
- Learn directly from instructors in each field. Participate while learning about the history and techniques from instructors involved in each respective field. Enjoy a unique moment in Kyoto where you can not only watch but also try your hand at the craft yourself.
- A unique NIWA space to feel the culture of Kyoto. 'NIWA' is a place where digital art fuses with the culture inherited in Kyoto, such as bamboo art and rock gardens. Enjoy a cultural experience in a space that feels quintessentially Kyoto, spread out in the Kyoto Station Building East Square.
Package Options
Attraction Tickets
| Exhibit type | Traditional culture exhibits |
| Attraction type | History & culture |
| Tour types | Guided tour |
| Transport convenience | Near metro |
Product Info
【September Experience Dates & Content】
8th (Tue): Ikebana Experience
10th (Thu): Surihaku (Gold/Silver Leaf) Experience with Original Image
15th (Tue): Samurai Armor Odoshi (Lacing) Experience
17th (Thu): Yuzen Dyeing
22nd (Tue): Bamboo Craft Experience
24th (Thu): Kinsai (Gold Leaf) Application Experience
29th (Tue): Ikebana Experience
【October Experience Dates & Content】
6th (Tue): Ikebana Experience
8th (Thu): Hand-painted Yuzen Color Application Experience
13th (Tue): Kyo-Armor Odoshi (Lacing) Experience
15th (Thu): Surihaku (Gold/Silver Leaf) Experience with Original Image
20th (Tue): Bamboo Craft Experience
22nd (Thu): Kinsai (Gold Leaf) Application Experience
27th (Tue): Ikebana Experience
29th (Thu): Kyo-Armor Odoshi (Lacing) Experience
A unique space at NIWA that lets you experience Kyoto's culture.
![[Ikebana Experience: Ikenobo School of Ikebana] Ikebana, which was designated a nationally registered intangible cultural property in 2024, is an art form that "brings life to life and arranges life." Why not experience it for yourself? The Ikenobo School, the origin of Ikebana, will provide you with this experience.](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_960/s1.kkday.com/product_573462/20260814015459_SjAub/jpg)
[Ikebana Experience: Ikenobo School of Ikebana] Ikebana, which was designated a nationally registered intangible cultural property in 2024, is an art form that "brings life to life and arranges life." Why not experience it for yourself? The Ikenobo School, the origin of Ikebana, will provide you with this experience.
![[Original Image Printing Experience: soin] After converting an image on your smartphone to black and white, a stencil will be created on the spot. Using this stencil, you will then apply gold or silver foil prints.](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_960/s1.kkday.com/product_573462/20260814015240_EScKN/jpg)
[Original Image Printing Experience: soin] After converting an image on your smartphone to black and white, a stencil will be created on the spot. Using this stencil, you will then apply gold or silver foil prints.
![[Hand-Painted Yuzen Dyeing Experience: Dyeing Studio Masashige] You can experience the coloring process of "hand-painted Yuzen," a technique for dyeing kimonos that has been passed down since the Edo period (late 17th century). You will color a handkerchief using patterns and colors that have been prepared in advance.](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_960/s1.kkday.com/product_573462/20260814015506_ciicR/jpg)
[Hand-Painted Yuzen Dyeing Experience: Dyeing Studio Masashige] You can experience the coloring process of "hand-painted Yuzen," a technique for dyeing kimonos that has been passed down since the Edo period (late 17th century). You will color a handkerchief using patterns and colors that have been prepared in advance.
![[Armor Lacing Experience: IDOMU CRAFT] This is an experience to create odoshi (lacing), an important technique in the manufacturing of Kyoto armor. You can create your own unique item, including your favorite colors.](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_960/s1.kkday.com/product_573462/20260814015226_B0DxL/png)
[Armor Lacing Experience: IDOMU CRAFT] This is an experience to create odoshi (lacing), an important technique in the manufacturing of Kyoto armor. You can create your own unique item, including your favorite colors.
![[Bamboo Craft Experience: Nagaoka Meichiku Co., Ltd.] Enjoy creating a traditional bamboo basket, the "Shikaiha Basket," under the careful guidance of a craftsman. The finished bamboo basket can be used for a long time in your daily life as a vase, trinket box, or other items.](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_960/s1.kkday.com/product_573462/20260814015144_mg0Mh/jpg)
[Bamboo Craft Experience: Nagaoka Meichiku Co., Ltd.] Enjoy creating a traditional bamboo basket, the "Shikaiha Basket," under the careful guidance of a craftsman. The finished bamboo basket can be used for a long time in your daily life as a vase, trinket box, or other items.
![[Gold Leaf Application Experience: Tanaka Gold Leaf Crafts] You can create your own original product by applying gold leaf to goods that have been decorated with patterns using the surihaku gold leaf technique, a method used in Kyoto Yuzen dyeing. You can choose one item to apply the gold leaf to from postcards, coasters, or tote bags.](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_960/s1.kkday.com/product_573462/20260814015503_lH3Yc/jpg)
[Gold Leaf Application Experience: Tanaka Gold Leaf Crafts] You can create your own original product by applying gold leaf to goods that have been decorated with patterns using the surihaku gold leaf technique, a method used in Kyoto Yuzen dyeing. You can choose one item to apply the gold leaf to from postcards, coasters, or tote bags.
Important Info
Includes/Excludes
- Experience fee
- Japanese commentary
- One drink (matcha latte or coffee)
Reminders
If the event is cancelled due to bad weather or other reasons, a full refund will be given.
If you wish to cancel, please be sure to contact us in advance.
The content of the experience varies from day to day. Please check that the date and time of your reservation and the content of your desired experience are correct.
We provide all the necessary tools and materials, so you can participate empty-handed. Depending on the activity, you may get dye stains on your clothes, so if you are concerned about staining your clothes, please wear comfortable clothing or bring an apron if necessary.
Original Image Printing Experience: Notes * You can draw your own illustrations on paper on the day of the event. * Copyrighted or trademarked materials cannot be used. Only original works or designs for which you have obtained permission may be used.
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Validity Period
- The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
Experience Location
Location Name: NIWA by NAKED
Address: Kyoto Station Building 7F East Plaza, 901 Higashishiokojicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto PrefectureMonday Closed
Tuesday 14:00–17:00 (Last Entry Time: 16:00)
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 14:00–17:00 (Last Entry Time: 16:00)
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 4 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 1 to 3 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.
