[Aichi] Arimatsu-Narumi Shibori Sekka Shibori Tenugui Making Experience (Nagoya, Aichi, Japan - Cultural Experience)

1. An experience where you can dye a Japanese tenugui using the Sekka Shibori technique, which creates snowflake-like patterns.
2. Whether you love crafts and dyeing or are interested in traditional Japanese arts, you can experience the joy of making things. Artisans will provide careful guidance to beginners, so you can participate with peace of mind. For those with experience in dyeing, we can also suggest various patterns beyond the basics for you to challenge yourself with.
3. After dyeing, while the fabric is drying, you can enjoy interacting with the artisans over tea. If time permits, we will also share stories about the local area.
4. This plan includes a gift of a shibori-dyed handkerchief or s

This experience involves dyeing a Chita cotton tenugui (hand towel) using the traditional Sekkashibori technique. Sekkashibori, with its snowflake-like pattern, was apparently once used on diapers during the Showa era, but is now a popular yukata (sumo kimono) design, even sold at high-end kimono stores. The white tenugui is folded into triangles like origami and then sandwiched between boards for dyeing. The pattern changes depending on where it's dyed. The pattern you create is entirely up to you. Even small children can participate with an adult. (Please note that the dye temperature during dyeing is high, between 50 and 70 degrees Celsius.) Our craftsmen will carefully and patiently teach you, so even beginners can enjoy the experience with ease. Even those with experience can learn about dyeing techniques and hidden gems to ensure a satisfying experience. We'll explain how Sekkashibori patterns are created, so you can enjoy both intellectual curiosity and the joy of craftsmanship. While the fabric is dry