Nonohana Workshop, Ide Town -Create dyes from the colors of nature-
Feel the breath of Mother Nature and create dyes from the vibrant colors of nature
This tour allows you to experience making natural plant-based dyes at Nonohana Workshop in Ide, an area that is still steeped in nature. We will first learn the basics of natural dyes, before embarking on the preparation of plant materials to extract their dyes for use on scarves, and other fabrics. As the activity will be carefully adapted to each individual’s ability and interest, this hands-on experience is perfect even for beginners who know very little about natural dyes.
Natural dyeing
Ide is a charming town lined with quaint houses, rice fields, and orchards, with a beautiful scenery typical of rural Japan. You can view cherry blossoms and kerria in spring, watch fireflies light up the summer night sky, and savor freshly harvested sweet potatoes, mandarin oranges, and persimmons in autumn.
Academy run by family
Through its hands-on activities, Nonohana Workshop seeks to spread the joy of natural dyes that derive their respective colors from Mother Nature, and educate as many people as possible about the future potential of these dyes.
Natural dyeing Process
Choose between the “bokashi-
zome” or easier “shibori-zome” dyeing techniques during the workshop.
Plants produce any color?
We begin by collecting plants and cutting them up, before simmering them in water. You will be amazed by the magical colors that can be drawn out of these plants.
Natural Blessing scarves
Special scarves will be prepared for you to dye with during the workshop. You are welcome to take home your creation as a keepsake.
④ Nonohana Work Shop (240mins)
JR Kyoto (Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit) MK Taxi VIP Station（Departure）
(50 min.) ↓ By Chartered Taxi [Tolls Not included]
Ide Town :Natural Plant Dyeing Academy run by family: (Briefing.)
(10 min.) ↓ By walk
Visit nearby fields to pick seasonal plants for dyeing with Japanese instructor.
(10 min.) ↓ By walk
In the Atelier : Workshop starts with cutting up the plants and boiling them.
(Dye a silk scarf or other item with seasonal plants)
(120 min.) (Dye own item creating by magical technique.)
Guests will be able to take the finished item home that day.
(50 min.) ↓ By Chartered Taxi [Tolls Not included]
JR Kyoto (Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit) MK Taxi VIP Station（Return）
Or you can choose from half-day recommended tour if you want to stay Kyoto tea country more.
| Charge per person | See below Rates. |
| Additional benefits | None |
| Tour Operation Day | Every Days ( Except Regular Class) 【To be discussed】 |
| Group size | 2~8people |
| Language | Driver : English / Instructor : Japanese |
| Duration | 180mins |
| Meeting Point | MK Taxi VIP Station（Near by JR Kyoto Station Hachijo entrance) |
| Meals availability | Not Includes |
| Tour Conductor availability | Tour Includes |
| Tour includes | Tour Fee【Instructor Fee, Dyeing Class(Siborizome dyeing),Insurance.Local tax.】 |
| Tour does NOT includes | ***** |
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Charge(tax incl.)
■Rates (2–8 people)
| 2 people | @9,700 JPY (1 instructor) |
| 3 people | @7,500 JPY (1 instructor) |
| 4 people | @6,400 JPY (1 instructor) |
| 5 people | @8,400 JPY (2 instructors) |
| 6 people | @7,500 JPY (2 instructors) |
| 7 people | @6,900 JPY (2 instructors) |
| 8 people | @6,400 JPY (2 instructors) |
■Taxi Rates (4 hrs)
| 4 seater | 26,950 JPY |
| 6 seater | 30,500 JPY |
| 8 seater | 42,000 JPY |
■Interpreter Guide Rates (4 hrs)
| Standard | 25,000 JPY |
| Off season | 20,000 JPY |
※Please enquire about groups larger than 8 people.
※With English speaking driver.
※Tours can be extended beyond 4 hours for an additional hourly fee. See the rate table on p.3 for details.
※An English-speaking driver is included in all packages, but as an optional extra we can arrange for a professional interpreter to accompany you. See the rate table on p.3 for details.
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