Tango Chirimen Handkerchief Dyeing Workshop

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Tango Chirimen Handkerchief Dyeing Workshop

You can enjoy dyeing Tango chirimen handkerchiefs using the stencil printing technique.
Since all you have to do is place the stencil on the fabric and rub the dye in with a brush, anyone can easily try this activity.
In addition to pure silk Tango chirimen, we also offer cotton lawn handkerchiefs.

You can enjoy dyeing Tango chirimen handkerchiefs using the stencil printing technique.
Since all you have to do is place the stencil on the fabric and rub the dye in with a brush, it’s an easy experience that anyone can try.
In addition to pure silk Tango chirimen, we also offer cotton lawn handkerchiefs.

Reservations & Registration

How to Register

Apply via the official website of the Kyotango City Tourism Association, “Kyotango Navi”

Registration Period & Deadline
Up to 3 days before the tour date
Cancellation Policy
No-show on the day / No notice... 100%

Basic Information

Season
Year-round
Closed Days & Excluded Dates
Tuesdays and the Year-End and New Year Holidays
Meeting Time & Hours of Operation
10:00~15:00
Schedule
① Choose a handkerchief and your favorite dye stencil.
② Place the handkerchief and stencil on the dyeing board.
③ Use a brush to rub the dye into the handkerchief.
④ We’ll finish it with an iron and hand it to you.
Duration
About 40 minutes
Group Size
Minimum 1 people – Maximum 40 people
Language Support
Staff: Japanese
Guide: English,Chinese (Simplified)(Guide fees and transportation costs are charged separately.)
Accessibility
Not accessible (there is a step)

Pricing

List Price
Cotton Lawn Handkerchief: 1,100 yen (tax included)
Pure Silk Handkerchief: 1,650 yen (tax included)
Included in Price
Trial Fee

Access & Meeting Place

Meeting Place & Ticket Pickup Location
Amity Tango
Amity Tango
367 Amino, Amino-cho, Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture
Parking Information
367 Amino, Amino-cho, Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture

Operator Information

Operator Name
Amity Tango
Address
367 Amino, Amino-cho, Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture
Phone Number
0772-72-5261

Area & City/Town Introduction (Kyotango City)

Kyotango City

Located at the northernmost tip of Kyoto Prefecture, the city’s entire northern coastline faces the Sea of Japan. It is blessed with a diverse natural environment, including the majestic coastal landscapes of the San’in Kaigan Geopark—designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark—as well as beaches with white sand and green pines and beautiful rural woodlands. With a rich culinary culture featuring fresh seafood, agricultural products, and fruits—a culture highly regarded for its quality—the city has garnered attention as a destination for food-focused travel, as evidenced by its receipt of the “Gourmet City Award” in 2024. It is also known as one of the prefecture’s leading hot spring resorts, and as a city where nature, cuisine, hot springs, and history and culture harmonize, it offers a variety of ways to enjoy the area throughout all four seasons.