Velvet Weavers’ Workshop Backstage Tour in Nagahama, Shiga
Overview
Step into the world of Japanese craftsmanship, on an exclusive tour of the Taketsune velvet weavers' workshop. See how they preserve the craft of gorgeous wana velvet, used for the very finest kimono coats — and even try part of the process yourself!
Highlights
- Take home a beautiful face mask of wana velvet after the tour
- Try your hand at part of the weaving process for yourself
- Meet the locals (up to 96 years old!) preserving the heritage of Nagahama
- Take an insider’s tour of a wana velvet workshop established in 1919
- Learn about a traditional Japanese craft from a sixth-generation master weaver