Miyashita Kyoto Guide
Choose the Crafts That Interest You
Visit one studio or combine several.
Each experience is arranged individually based on your interests, schedule, and the availability of the artisans.
These visits can also be built into a private Kyoto tour.
Nishijin Weaving
See how Kyoto’s renowned woven textiles are created.
Kyo Kanoko Shibori
Explore Kyoto’s intricate traditional tie-dyeing techniques.
Silk Thread Dyeing
See how silk threads are carefully dyed before they become part of Kyoto’s woven textiles.
Kata Yuzen
Discover the process of dyeing kimono textiles through traditional stencil techniques.
Kimono Restoration & Care
See the skilled work that preserves and restores kimono for future generations.
Hand-Painted Yuzen
Meet artisans who create kimono designs by hand, from drawing to dyeing.
Kinran
Discover richly woven decorative textiles created with gold and metallic threads.
Build it into your Kyoto day.
Visit a single artisan studio as part of your day in Kyoto, or combine several visits into a dedicated artisan experience.
One Studio
Add a focused artisan visit to your Kyoto day.
Several Studios
Explore different stages and techniques across Kyoto’s kimono culture.
Private Kyoto Tour
+ Artisan Visit
Combine temples, neighborhoods, food, and an artisan visit in one personalized day.
Working Spaces, Not Showrooms
These are not tourist attractions or staged demonstrations.
You will visit real working spaces where Kyoto’s artisans continue their craft today.
Visits are arranged with respect for each artisan’s work and schedule.
As a member of a fourth-generation Kyoto kimono family, I help connect guests with artisans through relationships built within Kyoto’s textile community.
How It Works
1. Tell me what interests you
Share your preferred date, number of guests, available time, and the crafts you are interested in.
2. I check with the artisans
I will contact suitable studios and confirm their availability for your date.
3. Receive your personalized plan
I will propose a route based on the available artisans and your interests.
4. Confirm your experience
Once the details and fees are agreed, your experience will be confirmed.
Fees
Guide fee and artisan visit fees vary depending on the experience.
The final fee depends on the number of studios, duration, transportation, and any visit or workshop fees charged by the artisans.
No fixed package price. Each experience is arranged individually.
Please contact me for a personalized proposal.
FAQ
Is this a shopping tour?
No. There is no obligation to purchase anything, and there is no sales pressure during the experience.
Can I choose the studios I want to visit?
Yes. Tell me which crafts interest you, and I will check which artisans are available on your preferred date.
Can I visit just one studio?
Yes. A single artisan visit can be arranged on its own or included as part of a private Kyoto tour.
Can I visit several studios?
Yes. Multiple visits can be combined depending on your available time and the artisans’ schedules.
Can I take photographs?
Photography is generally allowed, but restrictions may vary by studio. Guidance will be provided during the visit.
Will the visit interfere with the artisans’ work?
No. Visits are arranged with respect for each artisan’s schedule and working environment.
