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Tokyo, Japan

东京传统毛巾染色体验

Create your own hand-dyed tenugui (towel) at the only dyehouse in Tokyo, where techniques have been used since 1952.
5.0
(1 review)
Max 5 guests
3 hours
Private
Dyeing workshop
Traditional techniques

Key Facts

Dye your own tenugui using Hikizome, a traditional brush-dyeing technique used to make kimono
Held at a dye studio now run by a third-generation master craftsman
Take home your finished tenugui the same day
A working studio with a preserved earthen-floor (doma) space
Small group tour

Overview

您将在东京高田马场唯一一家拥有70多年历史的染坊体验传统的引染手工刷染技艺。工作室里展示的丝绸和服也采用同样的技法制作。您将在一位技艺精湛的工匠的指导下,选择自己喜欢的图案,并在手巾(棉质毛巾)上进行染色。作品晾干后,当天即可带回家。

工作坊结束后,您的当地专家将带您前往他们在高田马场最喜欢的地方,并分享他们对这片区域的独到见解。

Where we'll meet

Takadanobaba Station (Waseda Exit)1-35-2 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 169-0075

What You'll Do

Meet Your Local ExpertBefore your experience, your Local Expert will contact you via the TOMOGO! app chat.
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.
Local StopYour 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 trip.

Tour Reviews

5.0
(1 review)
M
Matthew Collins
May 27th, 2026

Such a relaxing and fun experience. The master dye artist was wonderful, and I walked away with a beautiful, unique souvenir!

Included / Not Included

Included
通过 TOMOGO! 应用程序进行体验前规划对话。
包含90分钟传统染色工作坊。
所有材料,如手巾、染料和围裙等均已提供。
等待染料晾干期间提供茶水。
Not Included
除非另有说明,否则不提供食物和饮料。
除非另有说明,否则需支付入场费。
个人购物、纪念品或自选活动。
前往集合地点及体验期间的交通。

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Yes. Takadanobaba is a walkable area with a student-friendly atmosphere, local shops, and quieter side streets. Your Local Expert will share their personal context and insights about the area.

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Yes, your Local Expert will take you to their recommended spot in the area for a different perspective. The experience takes place at the only dyehouse in Tokyo, offering a unique opportunity for you!

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Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dyed, as the dye may stain. Avoid light-colored clothing. Aprons are provided by the studio, but do not cover everything.

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The studio requires at least two guests per session, so solo bookings are not available on their own. If you are traveling alone, you can use the TOMOGO! App or email us to see if there is an existing group you can join. Your Local Expert can also recommend similar workshops that accept single guests.

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