Hands-on Experience with Local Artisans: Cotton Dyeing & Silk Weaving
Joined 2025
This tour is ideal for those with a passion for handicrafts or anyone seeking a unique and hands-on experience in Kagoshima.
Explore a local textile factory where the Oshima Tsumugi, one of the world’s finest fabric, is skillfully crafted.
Then, try your hand at dyeing and weaving, with guidance from skilled artisans who will share their expertise at each step.
I hope you’ll be able to take home with your handiwork made in Kagoshima, along with fond memories.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
AMU Plaza, Kagoshima Chuo Station
- Meet at Tourist Information Center in front of AMU plaza.
Local Textile Company
Arrival at a local textile company, where Oshima Tsumugi, one of the world’s finest silk textile, is crafted. Welcome and introduction to today’s program.
Experience wearing Oshima Tsumugi & feel free to appreciate it.
Explore authentic kimonos and textiles of Oshima Tsumugi. Discover what sets Oshima Tsumugi apart from other kimonos, like Yuzen. Feel the light and warm texture of this luxurious fabric as you wear it.
Experience dyeing a cotton cloth
Enjoy dyeing a piece of cloth with local plants liquid: 1 Observe the dyed cloth made with local plants, which helps you imagine the final result. 2 Tie the cloth with your preferred number of bands. 3 Soak the cloth in the local plants dye liquid. 4 Leave the cloth to dry.
Tour of the weaving section
Learn about weaving by watching artisans at work before you experience weaving.
Experience weaving a silk fabric
Enjoy weaving: 1 Choose the thread you prefer. 2 Learn how to use the loom to weave. 3 Weave until you reach your desired length.
Work side by side with skilled artisans who will share their expertise, guiding you through every step of creating handcrafted textiles.
Continue weaving or Explore the company
Continue weaving. Or it’s ok to stop weaving and explore the company, i.e. learn about Oshima Tsumugi, known for it’s intricate patterns and unique production methods, as well as the local company’s efforts to preserve traditions and innovate. Feel free to let us know what you are interested in while you’re waiting for others to complete.
Closing
Present the clothes that have been dyed and woven. Receive a gift from the company. Take photos together.
Leaving the company
Go back to Kagoshima Chuo Station.
Kagoshima Chuo Station
Arrival at the station.
Ending Point
Kagoshima Chuo Station
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
*Experience dyeing & weaving at the company: US$600/group
*Transportation
Tour Important Information
Important message from the supplier
Please contact me for the dates!
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2025
About Tour Guide Fukuyo K.
Hi, I’m Fukuyo—call me Francis! I’m originally from Kagoshima, but after spending time living in different places around Japan and abroad, I came back home three years ago.
Over the years, I’ve been lucky to meet so many amazing people and learn about their history, culture, and traditions. One thing that’s really stayed with me is how important it is to connect with people—whether through chatting, sharing a meal, or simply exploring a place together—to truly understand it.
Since moving back to Kagoshima, my connection to the culture and traditions here has only grown. I’m especially fascinated by Kagoshima’s beautiful traditional handicrafts.
Now, I blend my deep love for this place with my belief that real connections are key to experiencing its heart. I offer tours that are authentic, fun, and all about connecting with the locals. My focus is on helping visitors learn about the local culture by interacting with the people here.
I truly believe the best way to experience Kagoshima is through the people you meet, and I can’t wait to share this amazing place with you!
$139/ per group
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