Experiences in Kyoto: Pottery, Hand-weaving and Lacquer Gold Leaf Art
Would you like to experience something unique to Kyoto?
Nishijin Brocade has been crafted in Kyoto for over a thousand years, and one of its distinctive features is the use of foil. Discover how these exquisite fabrics are made by observing demonstrations and listening to stories from master artisans. This will deepen your understanding and appreciation of Kyoto. You’ll surely come to love the city even more. Plus, you can create your own beautiful souvenir to take home as a keepsake.
Experience tours with your personal interpreter now available:
- Asagi Museum: Guided Tour (1hour)
- Hand-weaving Experience in Kyoto (1 hour)
- Step into the World of Imperial Elegance (Twelve-layered Ceremonial Kimono) (2 hours)
- Experience the Elegance of a Maiko's and Geisha's Attire (2 hours)
- Kimono / Yukata with guided tour of Nishijin textile center (1 hours)
- The Silk Jorney: From Cocoon to Nishijin Masterpieces (Guided tour of Nishijin Textile Center and Asagi Museum) (3 hours)
- Pottery Workshop at Kikyo-gama kiln (2 hours)
- Hiki-baku workshop: Japanese lacquer and real gold leaf art experience (2 hours)
Meeting things that can only be encountered in Kyoto is one of the joys of traveling. For those seeking genuine, valuable items, visit the VIP room, Salon de TSUKAKI, at the Asagi Museum. There, you can view special works not displayed in the main museum collection.
- Asagi Museum: Guided Tour and Viewing Exclusive Artworks in VIP room. (2 hours)
Please specify the type of experiential tour/ workshop you wish to join on the form. Thank you very much!