Mini Wagasa Crafting Experience with Skilled Artisan in Kanazawa

Japanese Umbrella-Wagasa

Traditional Japanese umbrellas, known as wagasa, are crafted exclusively from natural materials such as bamboo, Japanese paper (washi), and wood. They are admired for their aesthetic elegance, robustness, and profound ties to Japanese traditions.

Mini Wagasa Making (90 mins)

Choose your preferred design from our assortment of brightly colored washi papers, and create a 30cm miniature wagasa utilizing traditional adhesive methods. After it dries, the umbrella will be meticulously folded and finished, resulting in your unique piece of art. You can take your handmade wagasa home with you on the same day.

A message from the Kasamori Wagasa Umbrella Shop

Crafting your personal wagasa can become a memorable experience or a thoughtful gift. Even if you have reservations about your crafting skills, a proficient artisan will assist you throughout the entire process. Don’t hesitate to connect and relish this distinctive opportunity.

Highlights

• Engage in the creation of traditional Japanese umbrellas
• Led by an Experienced Artisan
• An English-speaking guide will support you throughout the experience.
• The shop is ideally situated adjacent to the Higashi Chaya District, allowing for easy integration into your sightseeing itinerary
• It's a small Japanese Wagasa, which you can take home after the workshop.

Itinerary

• 9:30 (AM Plan) 12:30(PM Plan) Meet your guide in the lobby of your hotel in Kanazawa City. *You may also choose to meet at JR Kanazawa Station. (Please let us know when making your reservation.) Move to a shop in the Higashi Chaya District by public bus or on foot
• Mini Wagasa Making Workshop (90min)
• ①Selecting Your Paper ②Use a handmade paste to carefully attach the washi paper to the wagasa’s frame. ③The umbrellas are then placed in a dryer to let the paste set. Drying takes about 15 minutes, during which you can touch and explore the large umbrellas or take photos while strolling around the town. ④Once the umbrellas are dry, you can add decorative elements to personalize your creation. ⑤Your handcrafted umbrella is yours to take home the very same day
• 11:30 (AM Plan) 14:30(PM Plan) The tour ends at a shop in the Higashi-Chayamachi area.

Price Details

Included

• Experience fees
• English guide
• Public bus fare between the hotel and Higashi-Chaya (if necessary)

Not included

• Food

Important Information

• This tour utilizes public transportation. Please be aware that seats are not reserved.

• Please be aware that weekends, holidays, and event days may experience high levels of congestion.

• Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).

• In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.

• Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.

Note: These guidelines are provided to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Thank you for your cooperation.

Purchase Notice

• Each group is limited to 4 people.

• No special items are required—aprons and protective garments are provided, ensuring that even guests in kimono may enjoy the experience with ease.

• Participation is limited to those aged 6 and older.

• This is a private tour. Only your group will participate.

• You will meet your guide at your hotel in Kanazawa. Please be sure to enter your hotel name when making your reservation.

※If you would like to meet at JR Kanazawa Station or directly at Higashi Chaya District, please let us know when you make a reservation.

(No refunds will be issued for changes.)

How to Use

Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.

Cancellation Policy

• 6 or more day(s) before the activity date: 0% cancellation fee
• Between 2 and 5 day(s) before the activity date: 20% cancellation fee
• 1 day(s) before the activity date: 50% cancellation fee
• On the activity date: 100% cancellation fee