Hatagoya Tonbiii (Uchiwa making and indigo dyeing experience)
【ものづくり体験】旅籠屋 Tonbiii（うちわ作り体験・藍染め体験）
You can taste the traditions of Shikoku. Create memories that can only be made here.
Under the careful guidance of artisans, visitors can try their hand at making Marugame uchiwa (Japanese fan), a specialty of Kagawa Prefecture, or indigo dyeing, a specialty of Tokushima Prefecture, or a combination of the two.
In the uchiwa making experience, visitors can make their own uchiwa by attaching colorful Tosa or Awa Japanese paper to a Japanese bamboo frame made by a craftsman.
Visitors can also observe the framework being made.
At the indigo-dyeing workshop, visitors can dye handkerchiefs, scarves, and other items.
The natural indigo dye has an attractive shining blue color like that of the Seto Inland Sea.
Visitors can experience both and make their own indigo-dyed handkerchiefs into uchiwa (Japanese fans).
In the uchiwa making experience, visitors can make their own uchiwa by attaching colorful Tosa or Awa Japanese paper to a Japanese bamboo frame made by a craftsman.
Visitors can also observe the framework being made.
At the indigo-dyeing workshop, visitors can dye handkerchiefs, scarves, and other items.
The natural indigo dye has an attractive shining blue color like that of the Seto Inland Sea.
Visitors can experience both and make their own indigo-dyed handkerchiefs into uchiwa (Japanese fans).
- Regions
- Central Kagawa Prefecture
- Themes
- Activities
| Address | 〒763-0041 香川県丸亀市西平山町231-2 |
|---|---|
| Telephone Number | 090-4060-0420 |
| Business Hours | 10:00-18:00 |
| Days Closed for Business | Every Monday (Tuesday if Monday is a national holiday) |
| Price | ■Uchiwa making experience 1,800 yen and up ■Indigo dyeing experience ・Handkerchiefs: from 1,800 yen ・Tenugui hand towel: 3,000 yen and up *You can also bring in your own items to be dyed (consultation required). *Fees do not include consumption tax. |
| Directions | 5 minutes walk from Marugame Station on JR Yosan Line |
| Parking | Yes |
| Website | Website |
| Remarks | About the Experience *Confirmation of supported languages is required. ■Time required: ・Uchiwa making experience: about 40 min. ・Indigo dyeing experience: about 60 minutes ・Making Uchiwa with dyed handkerchiefs: 120 min. ■Hours: Any time (last entry at 18:00) ■Acceptable number of people: 6 people/trip (consultation required) ■Age limit: 4 years old and up ■Reservations: Required (reservations must be made at least one day in advance) ■Personal belongings: Nothing in particular. Gloves, aprons, etc. available. |
