03 8638 0256
Japan Textile & Stitching Tour with Yokohama Quilt Show
1 - 15 November 2025
FROM (AUD) $9,995
15 DAY
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Tour Overview
A textile and stitching tour of Japan designed and led by Jane MacDonald, focusing on sashiko, kogin, chiku-chiku, and indigo dyeing including workshops from the masters with visits to cities, towns, villages and textile establishments throughout the main island of Honshu.
- Learn traditional sashiko techniques
- Attend weaving workshop
- Learn chiku-chiku from master stitcher
- Shop for antique sashiko and boro treasures
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage Site Gokayama Village and learn how to make
- Japanese washi paper
- Shop in the iconic Nomura Tailor textile store
- Visit 400-year-old needle shop
- Stroll through Nishiki Market
- View the world’s largest bronze Buddha
- Craft a temari ball
- Attend Yokohama Quilt Show
Dates & Prices
1 November to 15 November, 2025 (Fully booked, waiting list only)
| Tour Prices | AUD |
|---|---|
| Per person, twin share | $9,995 |
| Single supplement | $1,490 |
*Tour price is Land Only, tour starts in Tokyo and finishes in Yokohama.
Spaces is limited to 20 people only and on a first come – first serve basis.
About your tour leader - Jane MacDonald
Jane MacDonald has been interested in Japanese textiles and crafts for over twenty years, developing a specialty in the craft of sashiko stitching and design. Initially drawn to the quality and detail in the workmanship of Japanese textiles, Jane now teaches sashiko extensively throughout Australia and internationally.
What's Included
Tour Inclusions:
- 14 night’s twin share accommodation at well-appointed hotels
- Bullet train & local train tickets, and private chartered coach during tour as stated in the itinerary
- Workshops and entrance fees as stated in the itinerary
- An English-speaking guide during tour
- Luggage transfer service (one piece per person) Tokyo-Tsuruoka//Takayama-Toyo
- Meals as stated in the itinerary
Not Included:
- International flights to Japan
- Gratuities to guide &/or driver
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned above
Spaces is limited to 20 people only and on a first come – first serve basis.
To enquire or book this tour, please contact
Phone: 03 8638 0256 Email: enquiries@opulentjourneys.com.au
Fitness level – Moderate
Itinerary
For tour itinerary and booking form, please contact Opulent Journeys