A short cultural workshop in Kyoto where you learn about tatami and craft your own tatami coaster to keep.
1H Tatami Experience: Lecture & Coaster Making in Kyoto
1 Hour
Easy
This short yet immersive experience offers hands-on learning about the charm and craftsmanship of traditional Japanese tatami mats at a long-established shop with over 300 years of experience.
- Lowest price guarantee
- Reserve now & pay later
- Free cancellation
You can start this experience at the following places.
Genroku Tatami
〒606-8321 36 Okazaki Higashifukunokawacho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto
- Meet your Instructor
- Enjoy a short lecture on tatami, its structure, and history
- Receive clear instructions from the instructor (English materials provided)
- Learn the step-by-step process of how to create your own tatami coaster that you can take home as a souvenir
- Chat with the instructor and have a chance to ask questions about tatami and craftsmanship
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Begin with an easy-to-understand lecture covering the basics of tatami, including its structure, materials, history, and role in Japanese daily life. The lecture is designed to be accessible and enjoyable, even for first-time visitors or those with no prior knowledge of Japanese culture.
After the lecture, enjoy a hands-on coaster-making session guided by a skilled tatami artisan.
Using authentic materials and tools, you will create your own tatami coaster to take home as a unique, handmade souvenir.
You will also have the opportunity to look around the tatami factory and observe real tatami makers machines!
An experience rarely available to visitors.
Feel free to ask questions and chat with your instructor, who is knowledgeable, approachable, and happy to share insights about tatami craftsmanship and Japanese culture.
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After the workshop, guests may stroll around the nearby temples, including Konkai Kōmyō-ji Temple, located just in front of the workshop venue.
This sacred Buddhist temple complex features traditional wooden halls, historic statues, and beautifully landscaped gardens, making it a peaceful stop to enjoy Kyoto’s atmosphere before or after your experience.
please note
- The instructor speaks Japanese; however, English materials will be provided, and the experience will be carefully guided by a friendly instructor.
- If you wish to enjoy a longer and more in-depth experience, please refer to the link below for our
Tatami Experience: Lecture, Hand Stitching & Coaster Making in Kyoto.
What’s included?
- Lecture on tatami basics
- Tatami workshop tour
- Hand-sewing experience
- Tatami coaster creation (1 piece)
- English Materials
- 1 Drink
Exclusions
- Transportation From/To The Meeting Point
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Experience type
workshop / activity
Booking in advance
Cut off: 3 Days
Duration
1 Hour
Live tour guide
Difficulty
Easy
Know before you go
Minimum age of participants is: 12
Cancellation policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 23 hours or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 30% if booking is cancelled 7 days or less before the event
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