Tokyo Japanese Culture of Somemono: Dyeing a scarf using Eco Friendly Method
2 h
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Itinerary
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Stop At: (株)ハピネス, 6-chōme-74-1 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku City, Tōkyō-to 162-0825, Japan
1.Choose your favorite color
First choose your favorite color of the scarf and the color of your paint (Paper type dye Happiness Color Mats) Happiness Color Mats that are used here are friendly to the environment and it is a way of dyeing that does not pollute water and air because you do not need fire or water to dye. Depending on the color, the atmosphere of the somemono will completely change. Pale colors are easy to use when it comes to fashion but strong colors can be used as an accent color. You can choose from many colors, so please choose a new one.
2. Sachizome experience
Next you will choose your own design with the motif of flowers and leaves. In Japan is is said that leaves of trees are a charm for longevity and for each design there is a different meaning. Choosing your design while listening to the explanation could be interesting.When your design is fixed, follow the process and dye the material with Happiness Color Mats using the heat of an iron.
3. Finished
If you have completed the dyeing along with the design, you work is done. Sachizome is strong against machine washing and rubbing, so there is no need to worry about loosing the colors. Well, let's go in to town with your new somemono!
Duration: 2 hours
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: (株)ハピネス, 6-chōme-74-1 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku City, Tōkyō-to 162-0825, Japan
1.Choose your favorite color
First choose your favorite color of the scarf and the color of your paint (Paper type dye Happiness Color Mats) Happiness Color Mats that are used here are friendly to the environment and it is a way of dyeing that does not pollute water and air because you do not need fire or water to dye. Depending on the color, the atmosphere of the somemono will completely change. Pale colors are easy to use when it comes to fashion but strong colors can be used as an accent color. You can choose from many colors, so please choose a new one.
2. Sachizome experience
Next you will choose your own design with the motif of flowers and leaves. In Japan is is said that leaves of trees are a charm for longevity and for each design there is a different meaning. Choosing your design while listening to the explanation could be interesting.When your design is fixed, follow the process and dye the material with Happiness Color Mats using the heat of an iron.
3. Finished
If you have completed the dyeing along with the design, you work is done. Sachizome is strong against machine washing and rubbing, so there is no need to worry about loosing the colors. Well, let's go in to town with your new somemono!
Duration: 2 hours
Included
- Material cost
- Course fees
Not included
- Optional materials
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Age Limit:10 years of age and over.
- Children aged 15 and younger need to be accompanied by a guardian.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required. (maximum people: 6)
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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