Japan Textile Tour with Japan Hobby Show
$4,630
per person, twin share (land tour only).
$890 supplement for sole use of a hotel room.
Tour Leader
Tour Info
OVERVIEW
Join us for an extraordinary 11-day journey through Japan, focusing on the rich textile traditions and vibrant craft culture of this fascinating country. Our tour, running from April 16 to April 26, 2025, will take you from the bustling streets of Tokyo to the historic city of Kyoto, offering a unique blend of hands-on workshops, visits to renowned textile districts, and the lively atmosphere of the Japan Hobby Show.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Attend the Japan Hobby Show, a premier event showcasing a variety of crafts.
- Participate in traditional Japanese textile workshops including Shibori Dyeing, Sashiko, and Roketsu Dyeing.
- Explore the vibrant Nippori Fabric Town in Tokyo.
- Visit renowned textile districts and workshops in Kyoto, including Nishijin Textile District and Fukuoka Weaving Co. Ltd.
- Enjoy a day excursion to the studio of designer Tamaki Niime.
- Experience the cultural richness of Japan with visits to historic sites and a flea market at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.
Detailed Itinerary
START & FINISH
The tour starts at 6.00 pm on Wednesday April 16, at Century Southern Tower Hotel or similar in Tokyo. The tour finishes after breakfast on Saturday April 26, at Double Tree Hilton Kyoto Station.
Itinerary
DETAILED ITINERARY
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Tour Leader
JANE MACDONALD
Jane MacDonald has been interested in Japanese textiles and crafts for over twenty years, developing a specialty in the craft of sashiko stitching and design. Initially drawn to the quality and detail in the workmanship of Japanese textiles, Jane now teaches sashiko extensively throughout Australia and internationally.
Inclusions
TOUR INCLUSIONS
What is included in the tour price?
- 10 night’s twin share accommodation at well-appointed hotels
- Daily breakfast and select meals as per itinerary
- Transportation within Japan, including bullet train tickets
- Etrance fees to all scheduled sites and workshops
- Profesional English-speaking guide during tour
What is not included in the tour price?
- International airfare to and from Japan
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities and excursions not spedified in the itinerary
- Porterage at hotels & personal expenses
- Gratuities and anything not mentioned
Hotels
HOTELS
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Tour Details
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