03 8638 0256
Japan Textile & Stitching Tour with Yokahama Quilt Show
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.
- Kogin-zashi workshop in Hirosaki, home of kogin
- Shibori – indigo dyeing – workshop using tools from the Edo period
- Learn traditional sashiko techniques from Reiko Domon
- Attend weaving workshop and learn about Isesaki kasuri
- Learn chiku-chiku from master stitcher Akiko Ike
- Shop for antique sashiko and boro treasures
- Visit historical Gokayama Village and learn how to make Japanese washi paper
- Visit 400-year-old needle shop
- Stroll through a traditional Japanese garden
- View the world’s largest bronze Buddha
- Craft a temari ball
- Visit Yoko Saito’s shop Quilt Party
- Attend Yokohama Quilt Show
27 October to 10 November, 2024 (Fully booked, waiting list only)
Tour Prices | AUD |
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Per person, twin share | $9,595 |
Single supplement | $1,425 |
*Tour price is Land Only, tour starts and finishes in Tokyo
Spaces is limited to 20 people only and on a first come – first serve basis.
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.
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.
Phone: 03 8638 0256 Email: enquiries@opulentjourneys.com.au
Fitness level – Moderate