Experience fee, Oshima Tsumugi strap fee, consumption tax

Cancellations 2 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free；For cancellations made 1 to 1 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 the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

Participant age: 13 to 85 years old；About clothing and belongings: Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty as dye may get on your hands.；Rental items: Apron (free)；Time required: 40 minutes (experience time 20 minutes)；Minimum number of participants: 1 person

[Kagoshima/Amami Oshima] Learn more about Oshima Tsumugi! Learn! Peeking experience and get an Oshima Tsumugi strap

Name: [Kagoshima/Amami Oshima] Learn more about Oshima Tsumugi! Learn! Peeking experience and get an Oshima Tsumugi strap
SKU: 536874

Japan-Kagoshima , Amami Islands , Okinoerabu Island

Booking confirmed within 1 working day(s)

Duration:1 hour(s)

Guided language: English / 日本語

Free cancellation 2 day(s) prior to experience date

Learn the whole process of Oshima Tsumugi with photos!
Experience Kasuri straw matting, weaving and rubbing
Learn about Kasuri and get a strap

[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

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Product Info

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This is a special experience where you can learn the traditional techniques of Oshima Tsumugi at the historic factory of Megumi Kinu Orimono, a tsumugi workshop that has been in business for three generations on Amami Oshima. You will observe and try out the typical techniques of "Kasuri Mat Breaking" and "Surikomi" (rubbing). In the Japanese-style room, you will use a magnifying glass to closely observe the differences in kasuri and weaving. You will gain a glimpse into the profound world of Oshima Tsumugi. After the experience, you will receive an original strap. ~Schedule~ 13:00 Learn the entire process of making Oshima Tsumugi. Using photographic materials, we will carefully explain the Oshima Tsumugi production process, from thread making to weaving. Even beginners will be able to easily understand the overall picture. 13:20 Experience the mechanism and techniques of kasuri mats. While looking at blueprints, you will learn about the structure of kasuri mats and the "me-breaking" technique, and try out the "rubbing" of colors. This is a valuable opportunity to experience the actual process. 13:40 Examine the fabric and choose a strap. Learn about the different types of Oshima Tsumugi fabric and observe the kasuri patterns with a magnifying glass. Finally, choose your favorite Oshima Tsumugi strap to take home.
Learn with photos! A complete explanation of the Oshima Tsumugi weaving process
The process of making Oshima Tsumugi silk, from thread making to weaving, is explained in detail with photographs. Even beginners can easily understand the process.
Experience Kasuri straw matting, weaving and rubbing
While looking at original drawings and blueprints, you will actually experience the mechanics of Kasuri mats and the techniques of "breaking the weave" and "printing the colors." This is a valuable opportunity to get a glimpse of the craftsmanship.
Learn about Kasuri and get a strap
Learn about the different types of fabric in a Japanese-style room and observe the Kasuri pattern through a magnifying glass. At the end, you can choose your favorite Oshima Tsumugi strap to take home as a souvenir.

Important Info

Includes/Excludes

Experience fee, Oshima Tsumugi strap fee, consumption tax

Reminders

Participant age: 13 to 85 years old
About clothing and belongings: Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty as dye may get on your hands.
Rental items: Apron (free)
Time required: 40 minutes (experience time 20 minutes)
Minimum number of participants: 1 person

Meeting Point

Location Name: 5-4 Kanehisacho, Naze, Amami City, Kagoshima Prefecture

Address: 5-4 Kanehisacho, Naze, Amami City, Kagoshima Prefecture

How to Get There

・Meeting time: Please arrive 10 minutes before your reservation time. ・Meeting location: Amamie Kobo

Experience Location

Location Name: 5-4 Kanehisacho, Naze, Amami City, Kagoshima Prefecture

Address: 5-4 Kanehisacho, Naze, Amami City, Kagoshima Prefecture

How to Get There

By car: 40 minutes from Amami Airport 2 minutes from Yanagawa Street 4 minutes from the business hotel district (Minatomachi) Parking: 1 minicar (there is a coin-operated parking lot nearby) Large buses: Not permitted

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations 2 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
For cancellations made 1 to 1 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.

NOTE

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 the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

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