Observation of Tatami Craftsmanship and Make Your Own Mini Tatami

Duration2h 30m

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesJapanese, English

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Tatami is a unique traditional culture in Japan that is said to have originated approximately 1300 years ago.
Used for Japanese style rooms in traditional Japanese inns, as sports mats in judo, and for creating spaces in tea ceremonies, flower arranging (Ikebana), and religious temples, tatami has been utilized in various situations in Japan.

In this program, you will have the opportunity to experience a tatami craftsman's production demonstration and create a mini tatami at the Kanai Tatami Store. Touch upon the charm and traditions of tatami, a beloved aspect of Japanese culture for over a millennium, and learn about the dedication and skills of the craftsmen who continue to preserve it.

Tour an exclusive tatami workshop not usually open to the public!
Craft your very own unique mini tatami!
Witness a live demonstration of traditional tatami-making techniques by a 4th generation tatami craftsman!
We will guide you carefully with a professional guide.

What's included

Guide fee
Experience fee
Mini tatami
Tools and materials used for the experience

Transportation expenses to the experience venue

What to expect

◆About the Mini Tatami Crafting Experience:

Centered around the theme of "Choose, Create, Feel," participants can experience the creation of a simplified tatami. This hands-on experience allows you to understand the difficulty and structure of making tatami, going beyond what can be conveyed through observation alone.

〇Mini Tatami Overview:
Made from pure domestically sourced tatami material (natural igusa from Kumamoto Prefecture).
Size: iPad mini (20.5cm × 13.5cm × 1.5cm) *Size can be customized.
Choice of color and pattern for the tatami edging.

〇Usage Ideas:
Use it as a substitute for a tray to serve tea and sweets.
Place it under miscellaneous items as a decorative tatami.
Also available for purchase as a souvenir from Japan.

Taito

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We are waiting for you in front of our workshop on the first floor.

・Toei Asakusa Line - Asakusabashi Station: 3 minutes on foot from Exit "A4"
・JR Sobu Line - Asakusabashi Station: 5 minutes on foot from the east exit
・Toei Oedo Line - Kuramae Station: 10 minutes on foot from Exit "A3"

End point

We are waiting for you in front of our workshop on the first floor.

・Toei Asakusa Line - Asakusabashi Station: 3 minutes on foot from Exit "A4"
・JR Sobu Line - Asakusabashi Station: 5 minutes on foot from the east exit
・Toei Oedo Line - Kuramae Station: 10 minutes on foot from Exit "A3"

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Iterms to bring：Nothing
Clothes：Come dressed as you please.
Participation requirements：Because of the handling of blades, the minimum age for hands-on experience is 6 years old.
Those under 6 years of age may participate in the workshop as long as they only observe. Please contact us if you wish to participate. Parents are responsible for their children's safety.
This plan is a reservation upon request.
Please note that it may not be available based on availability and the number of participants. In such cases, we may provide information on alternative dates. Thank you for your understanding.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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