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Traditional Towel Dyeing Experience in Tokyo

Create your own hand-dyed tenugui (towel) at the only dyehouse in Tokyo, where techniques have been used since 1952.
Shinjuku, Tokyo
Workshops
Walking Tours
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Tour Information
3 hours
from¥45,100/ person
1-5guests
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1guest
¥45,100
2guests
¥48,400¥90,200
3guests
¥66,000¥135,300
4+guests
¥83,600~¥180,400

Overview

You will experience traditional Hiki-Zome hand-brush dyeing at Tokyo’s only dyehouse in Takadanobaba, which has been operating for over 70 years. The same technique is used to create the silk kimono displayed in the studio. You will choose a design and apply dye to a tenugui (cotton towel), guided by a master craftsman. Your finished piece is dried and can be taken home the same day.

After the workshop, your Local Expert will take you to their favorite spot in Takadanobaba and share their local insights about the area.

What you will do

Meet Your Local ExpertBefore your experience, your Local Expert will be available via the TOMOGO! app chat to share information, answer questions, and help you understand how the experience will run.
Walk through the neighborhoodYour Local Expert walks you through the calm streets of Takadanobaba, showing you hidden spots and providing context behind the craftsmanship of Hiki-Zome.
Hiki-Zome dyeing workshopThe master will guide you through the brush-dyeing process and then you create your own design on a white cotton tenugui.
A local stop chosen for youYour Local Expert will then take you to their recommended local spots in the Takadanobaba area.
Get local recommendations before you goBefore the tour ends, your Local Expert shares their personal picks for the rest of your day. The right place to eat, the next neighborhood worth exploring, or simply the best way to spend your remaining time in Tokyo.

Where we'll meet

Takadanobaba Station (Waseda Exit)

What's Included

  • Pre-experience planning conversation via the TOMOGO! app
  • 90 minutes traditional dyeing workshop at Fujiya Some-Kobo
  • All materials, such as tenugui towel, dye, and aprons are provided
  • Tea included while waiting for the dye to dry
  • Food and drinks unless specifically stated
  • Entrance fees unless specifically stated
  • Personal purchases, souvenirs, or optional activities
  • Transportation to the meeting point and during the experience
  • Additional pieces beyond the one included

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- This experience may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility unless stated otherwise

- Itineraries and timings may change due to weather, traffic, or local conditions

- Guests are responsible for their personal belongings during the experience

- Late arrivals may result in reduced time or inability to join the experience

- Minimum 2 guests per booking

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour start.

Cancellations or date changes made up to 24 hours prior to the scheduled tour start time are permitted and will be fully refunded.

To qualify for a full refund, cancellations must be made no later than 24 hours before the scheduled start time of the experience.

Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are non-refundable.

Changes requested less than 24 hours before the scheduled start time will not be accepted.

All deadlines are based on the local time of the experience.

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