• Hands-on Workshops: Stitch traditional sashiko running patterns with a Takayama artisan, try roketsu wax-resist dyeing in Kyoto, and hand-make washi, Japan’s centuries-old craft paper, in a UNESCO-listed village of thatched farmhouses.
• Textile Highlights: Visit the Itchiku Kubota collection, an extraordinary series of kimonos depicting the seasons through a revived Edo-period dyeing technique, and explore Kyoto’s Nishijin Textile Centre, the historic heart of Japanese silk weaving.
• Iconic Landmarks & Artistry: Walk Fushimi Inari’s winding path of thousands of vermilion torii gates, and watch a traditional Maiko performance in Gion, Kyoto’s historic geisha district.

Leanne Stewart is a seasoned travel leader known for transforming group itineraries into seamless, enriching adventures. Drawing on over 15 years of experience successfully guiding international tours to Israel, Leanne brings a blend of logistical precision and cultural curiosity to every trip. Whether navigating historical landmarks or seeking out hidden local textile gems, Leanne is dedicated to creating a stress-free and truly immersive experience for every traveller.

Tour Inclusions: 

• Twin share accommodation for 11 nights at well-appointed hotels
• Coach transfers and train travel between cities and for scheduled tours
• Entrance fees to all scheduled workshops and attraction
• Services of experienced local guide
• Luggage transfer from Takayama to Kyoto (one piece per person)
• Meals as stated in the itinerary

Not Included: 

• International flights to Japan
• Gratuities to guide and/or driver
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Anything not mentioned above

Spaces is limited to 25 people only and on a first come – first serve basis.

Fitness level – Moderate