2 Fascinating UNESCO Registered Experiences near Tokyo!
Why enjoy UNESCO-Registered Experiences near Tokyo?
Experience Japan’s culture & history just a short trip from Tokyo.
Discover the craftsmanship of Yuki Tsumugi silk and the delicate artistry of Hosokawa Washi paper – both UNESCO-registered experiences. These cultural activities offer a unique glimpse into Japan’s rich history and rural charm.
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1 ) Yuki-tsumugi (Silk)
✨Weaving and Wearing, traditional Japanese 👘Silk! 🎎 Enjoy an Experience of Authentic Japanese Culture!
Come experience the craft of Yūki-tsumugi, the traditional silk fabric cherished in Oyama and Yuki City! Known for its soft and warm texture, the Yūki-tsumugi is made into kimonos of ✨premium quality.
The best part is that you get to try out handmade 👘kimonos at the Oyama Honba Yuki-tsumugi Craft Museum and 📷walk around the city!
This museum also offers ⭐weaving workshops and yarn spinning workshops for beginners as well as displaying information in English to help overseas visitors understand what makes this craft so special. Why not use this opportunity to participate in this 😍mesmerizing craft that has been passed down from generation to generation!
Yuki-tsumugi Silk Kimono Experience in Oyama
– Oyama Honba Yuki Tsumugi Craft Museum
– Yuki City Dento Kogei Kan
More things in Oyama & Yuki
Ichigo no Sato
This information was correct at the time of publishing, but please check with the attractions and/or the tourist board before traveling.
2 ) Hosokawa Washi Paper
😍 Fun Workshops to Experience
The ✨Magic of Japanese Paper Making
Come to 🌄Ogawa Town and Higashi Chichibu in Saitama Prefecture to learn about and experience the art of “Hosokawa Washi” making!
🌲 Washi (Japanese paper), is a true example of Japanese traditional craft — the spectacular skills have been passed down from generation to generation over a ✨thousand years.
The 🌲“Hosokawa Washi” is especially known for its high water-resistance, and has been cultivated in this region surrounded by the beautiful 🌄Chichibu mountains. At places like 😍“Washi-no-Sato” in Higashi Chichibu, you can experience the Washi making in addition to soba-making, not to mention their yummy 🍚🍵local food!
– Michino Eiki Washino Sato Higashi-Chichibu
What else to do in Yuki City?
This information was correct at the time of publishing, but please check with the attractions and/or the tourist board before traveling.
2 Fascinating UNESCO Registered Experiences near Tokyo
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