Tradition Meets Modernity Kumihimo Braiding Tour in Kagurazaka
Duration
4 hour(s)
Languages
English
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Enjoy creating a personalized silk braided cord using traditional kumihimo techniques
Discover the historical charm of Kagurazaka’s stone-paved streets and Edo-era ambiance
Explore Tokyo Daijingu Shrine and understand traditional Japanese prayer customs
Experience drawing an omikuji fortune slip at one of Tokyo’s famous power spots
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Experience the timeless art of kumihimo braiding in historic Kagurazaka, where tradition meets hands-on creativity. Using 100% silk threads, create a unique braided cord inspired by the movie “Your Name,” crafting a personalized memento of your journey. Set in a charming Edo-era neighborhood, this immersive workshop allows you to engage with Japanese culture in a tangible and memorable way, surrounded by stone-paved alleys and the nostalgic ambiance of old Japan.
Discover more of Kagurazaka’s rich heritage as you explore its streets lined with long-established traditional restaurants and trendy modern cafes. Visit Tokyo Daijingu, one of the city’s revered power spots, known for its matchmaking deity, where you can learn the traditional way to pray and draw an omikuji fortune slip. This experience blends craft, culture, and spirituality, offering travelers a multifaceted journey through one of Tokyo’s most enchanting districts.
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Activity Provider: Wise Guides / Wise-Infinity inc.
Customer Reviews
D.
Yuki conducted the workshop with such calm confidence and clarity, and her supervisor was incredibly attentive in assisting our large group throughout the session. What really stood out was their ability to accommodate our big group at the last minute without any compromise in quality or organization. Everything ran smoothly and felt thoughtfully prepared. The team was highly professional, patient, and genuinely welcoming. They took the time to ensure everyone understood the process, regardless of age or experience, and made the entire workshop feel relaxed yet well structured. Learning this traditional craft in a historic setting was truly special. If you are looking for an authentic cultural experience in Tokyo and need a team that can handle group bookings seamlessly, this workshop is an excellent choice.
Morrigan
We had a wonderful time at the Kumihimo Experience! Yuki was a wonderful host. We really appreciated learning the history behind Domyo and about the craft of Kumihimo before we began. The tutorial was excellent and we are very happy with how our pieces turned out. It will make a great souvenir and an even better memory.
Em
Would absolutely recommend Domyo to anyone interested in kumihimo. Everyone there was delightful and welcoming - we had wonderful discussions all throughout the session. The shop is full of beautiful replicas they've recreated as well as more modern uses for the kumihimo. I love that they take the time to talk you through the history of the workshop and the work they've done before going on to the braiding. Knowing how much work goes into each piece really does increase the respect for it as an artform. The instructions were very easy to follow and it was an exceedingly relaxing and calming process - the time went by so fast! I thoroughly enjoyed it and was quite sad when it came to an end. I'll definitely try to come for one of the longer/more advanced workshops next time in Japan as I could have gone on for hours. The tea break at the end while they finished off the ends of my braiding was very welcome and I would not hesitate to recommend visiting to anyone!
Paolo
What an amazing experience! Definitely a highlight of our stay in Tokyo. Such a treat to receive a succinct yet detailed history of the craft by very knowledgeable and friendly guides. The guides are also very helpful and encouraging when you get to the crafting portion of experience. Very cool and unique experience. Definitely recommend this for your next trip to Tokyo!
Alex
Such a fun experience! It was so interesting learning a bit about Japanese history and the staff were very informative and helpful throughout the whole tour and making process! Plus you get to walk away with such a cute souvenir! Snacks and tea were a nice bonus! 😋