Mt. Fuji Ukiyo-e Japan Blue Indigo Dyeing Experience
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Immerse yourself in the world of traditional Japanese art at our Ukiyo-e indigo dyeing workshop at Mount Fuji. Under the guidance of local experts, you'll learn the intricacies of indigo dyeing, known as "Nihon-ai," while creating your own hanging scroll. Choose from various shibori techniques to dye a tenugui hand towel, then apply a silk-screen print featuring Mount Fuji or other cultural motifs. This two-hour experience not only celebrates Japan's rich artistic heritage but also offers the chance to take home a personalized artwork reflecting your creativity and the beauty of Japanese culture.
Inclusions
What's included
- Photos during the tour
- Making original tenugui / Hanging scroll experience
- A Certified guide by MagicalTrip
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Address : 3250-3 Funatsu, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0301 3–5 minutes by car or taxi, or a 10-minute walk from Kawaguchiko Station. You may enter freely if you arrive early, as it also serves as a rescue cat space.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 6 travellers
- Operated by
- MagicalTrip Inc.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- This workshop is held in a facility that also houses a rescue cat space. If you have a cat allergy, please let us know in advance.
- (For mild allergies: we can keep the cats in a separate room and shorten the time spent in the dyeing area if needed. For severe allergies: staff or other participants may complete the dyeing process on your behalf, or participation in the activity may need to be reconsidered.)
- The indigo dye used in this workshop is very strong. If it gets on your clothing, it may not come off even after washing. Please make sure to wear the protective apron or clothing provided by the facility.
- Please understand that we cannot take responsibility for any stains or damage to your personal belongings such as clothes, shoes, bags, or accessories during the workshop.
- If you have an allergy to indigo or related ingredients, please inform us in advance.
- The inks used iWe cannot be held responsible for any damage or stains to your personal belongings.n silk screen printing can also leave permanent stains on clothing and personal items. Please be careful when handling the materials.
- During the dyeing process, the dye may come into contact with your hands, nails, skin, or hair. It may not wash off immediately. We are not responsible for staining or discoloration of your skin, hair, nails, clothes, or personal belongings.
How it compares in Fujikawaguchiko-machi
- Its from-price is 53% below the median of the 75 experiences we list in Fujikawaguchiko-machi.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 16 of 75.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Fujikawaguchiko-machi
Fujikawaguchiko is a lakeside town at the foot of Mount Fuji in Yamanashi, with views of the cone across Lake Kawaguchi, hot springs and flower parks.
Fujikawaguchiko stretches along the northern shore of Lake Kawaguchi and includes parts of Lakes Saiko, Shojiko and Motosu, which are among the Fuji Five Lakes. Mount Fuji, 3,776 metres high, fills the southern sky, and on still days its cone is reflected in the water. The mountain and its surroundings are a World Heritage cultural site. The lakeshore has hot-spring hotels and boats.
Top-ranked sights in Fujikawaguchiko-machi: Lake Kawaguchi (Kawaguchi-ko), Oishi Park, Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba.







