13 Best Dyeing Workshops in Kyoto

For centuries Kyoto has been the centre of Japanese textile dyeing, and the old techniques are still taught: yuzen painting, wax-resist roketsu and shibori, where cloth is folded and bound before it meets the dye. You leave with a scarf you’ll actually wear.

1.Roketsu Dyeing Experience: M Course Roketsu Dyeing Experience

Experience the art of Roketsu dyeing like never before with our M Course. Unleash your creativity and create stunning masterpieces. Click now for an unforgettable dyeing adventure!

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Such a unique experience with friendly staff. You get to take your item home same day and select patterns from a large selection of styles.”

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2.Itajime Shibori Scarf Class

Learn the art of Itajime Shibori and create stunning scarves in our immersive class. Unleash your creativity and make a fashion statement!

★ 5.0

“Loved the Shibori lesson. The museum above was fantastic and the people were only to happy to answer my questions.”

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3.Kyoto: Traditional Yuzen Dyeing Experience

Discover Kyoto’s traditional Yuzen dyeing with a hands-on workshop, guided by expert artisans. Create your own silk souvenir in an authentic setting.

★ 4.8

“This was fun and an awesome experience. It was my second time doing this and I would take anyone back again! Very authentic and a great way to spend time in Kyoto.”

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4.Shibori Class in KYOTO SHIBORI MUSEUM

Make a silk shibori scarf or cotton furoshiki in Kyoto, then visit the museum’s upstairs displays and take your work home.

★ 5.0

“One of the best things we did in Kyoto! I would highly recommend this to anyone in the area - the instructors were helpful and explained things well. Afterwards you are able to go into the upstairs museum and learn more about the history of…”

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5.Itajime Shibori Scarf Class at Kyoto Shibori Museum

Discover the art of shibori with a hands-on scarf workshop at Kyoto Shibori Museum. Learn traditional techniques, create your own piece, and enjoy authentic Japanese craftsmanship.

★ 4.9

“a staff member assists you throughout the process, helping for quality control. its a very cool and unique cultural experience by experts in the field. there is an exhibit upstairs including a video presentation on shibori. there is also a shop if you would like…”

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8.Traditional Yuzen Dyeing Experience in Kyoto

Learn Kyoto Yuzen dyeing in a 150-year-old machiya, get guidance from an artisan, and take home your own silk artwork.

★ 5.0

“Thank you, teacher, for adjusting the colors to create a harmonious color scheme according to my preferences! This is the activity in Kyoto that my friends were most eager to participate in~ excellent value”

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9.Kyo-arashi Shibori Scarf Class

Learn the art of Kyo-arashi Shibori Scarf in this immersive class. Unleash your creativity and create stunning patterns. Limited slots available, book now!

★ 5.0

“They accommodated us even though we were early. Great experience. The museum was very informative. Excellent experience for first time dyeing.”

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10.Fukusa Shibori Class

Discover the ancient art of Fukusa Shibori in our immersive class. Learn the secrets of this unique fabric dyeing technique and create stunning masterpieces. Join now!

“Good to learn the history, different techniques. The info video was helpful along with staff providing information.”

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12.Hanakoushi Shibori Cotton Scarf Class

Discover the art of shibori with this hands-on cotton scarf class at Kyoto Shibori Museum. Create your own masterpiece in a friendly, authentic setting.

★ 5.0

“Everyone was so kind and helpful . Taking this class pushed my comfort zone but they made sure that I would succeed, very grateful”

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