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Kyoto: Calligraphy, Dyeing, and Theatre Tour with Dinner

By Local Insight Tours

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Overview

  • Immerse yourself in Kyoto’s artistry with a calligraphy session
  • Enjoy a yuzen dyeing workshop and create your own textile masterpiece
  • Blend your own incense and learn about its significance in Japanese culture
  • Savour a seasonal dinner and enjoy a traditional performance
  • Experience a sensory journey into Kyoto’s living traditions

Activity location

    • Kyoto
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Higashishiokoji Kamadonocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8216, Japan
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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What's included, what's not

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    Calligraphy workshop
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    Yuzen textile dyeing experience
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    Lunch in machiya townhouse
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    Incense blending workshop
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    Traditional performance (noh, shamisen, or maiko dance)
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    Seasonal Kyoto dinner
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    Guide & interpretation at workshops
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    Materials for calligraphy, dyeing & incense
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    Performance ticket
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    Hotel pickup/drop-off
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    Souvenirs
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    Extra drinks

What you can expect

Begin your day by meeting your guide at Kyoto Station. Head to your first activity, a calligraphy workshop. Learn the art of Japanese calligraphy, practising brush strokes and creating your own piece to take home.

Next, dive into the world of yuzen textile dyeing. Discover the intricate process of this traditional craft, and create your own dyed fabric using natural colours and patterns.

Afterwards, enjoy a traditional lunch in a machiya townhouse, savouring authentic Kyoto flavours in a historic setting.

Continue your journey with an incense blending workshop. Learn about the history and significance of incense in Japanese culture, and create your own unique blend to take home.

In the afternoon, attend a traditional performance, which may include noh, shamisen, or a maiko dance, depending on the season. Experience the beauty and grace of these ancient art forms up close.

End your day with a seasonal Kyoto dinner, enjoying a variety of local dishes that showcase the region’s culinary heritage.

Location

Activity location

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    • Kyoto
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Higashishiokoji Kamadonocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8216, Japan
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan