Arimatsu Shibori Tie-Dye Experience in a Historic Merchant House
Joined 2025
Visit Arimatsu, a charming old town known for its traditional tie-dye craft called Shibori. At a beautiful old house with a lovely Japanese garden, you’ll enjoy tea and try your hand at making your own Shibori piece with help from a local expert.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your Hotel. Other options : Nagoya JR station, Nagoya Port(Garden Pier)
- Pick-up time is flexible and can be adjusted to fit your schedule.
Arimatsu town
Located on the Tokaido route, one of the ancient highways connecting Edo (now Tokyo) and Kyoto, Arimatsu was once an important and vibrant town during the Edo period.Walking through the town feels like stepping back in time, with many traditional buildings still beautifully preserved.
Feel like a traveler from the old days as you stroll through the streets of Arimatsu. Take your time exploring local shops, stepping inside traditional merchant houses, and peeking into beautiful Japanese gardens along the way.
Hands-on Shibori tie-dye experience
Visit a historic merchant house and enjoy a hands-on Shibori tie-dye experience. A local Shibori expert will kindly guide you through the traditional Arimatsu Shibori techniques. You can choose your own design and dyeing method from several options.
Once your work is complete, you’ll take home your one-of-a-kind creation as a special souvenir.
Ending Point
At your Hotel. Other options : Nagoya JR station, Nagoya Port(Garden Pier)
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's fee
guide's transportation fee
hotel pick up
Shibori workshop for large handkerchief JP¥2500(about US$17)
transportation fee JP¥1200(about US$8.3)
lunch & drinks for you and a guide
【OPTION】
Yukata(Casual Kimono) dressing JP¥3000(US$20)
Tour Important Information
* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
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 Tommie T.
Welcome to Nagoya! I’m Tommie, a nationally certified guide based in central Japan.
Having lived in six different countries since childhood, I have a passion for cultural exchange and connecting with people from all walks of life. After spending 14 years abroad, I now enjoy sharing the hidden charms of my lovely hometown, Nagoya, with international travelers like you!
With experience guiding small groups and couples, I focus on creating warm, flexible, and meaningful tours. Whether you’re into history, local food, cars, modern city life, or traditional crafts, I can tailor the tour to match your interests.
If you’ve already visited Tokyo or Kyoto, you’ll find Nagoya refreshingly less crowded and more relaxed. Here, you can enjoy authentic experiences with a local touch. Known not only as the home of TOYOTA, Nagoya also has strong roots in Samurai culture and offers a unique blend of tradition and innovation.
Meantime, you can enjoy unique local specialities, such as Miso-Katsu( Pork cutlet with Miso), Hitsumabushi(grilled eel)etc., and also enjoy hands-on cultural experiences like Shiori dyeing or traditional fan-making. There’s so much to explore here.
I’d love to be part of your memorable journey.
Let’s enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime adventure together!
$180/ per group
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