Nara: Tatami-Making Workshop with Tea and Sweets
ID: GYG1120228-1719468
Categoria:
Paese: Japan
Durata:
01:00 ore
Descrizione
Create your own mini tatami mat in a 120-year-old machiya in Nara. Learn about the history of tatami, enjoy Japanese tea and sweets, and take home your handmade creation.
Step into a traditional machiya in Nara, a 120-year-old wooden townhouse, and immerse yourself in the world of tatami. Begin by learning about the cultural significance of tatami in Japanese life, from its historical roots to its modern-day relevance.
Under the guidance of a skilled artisan, experience the intricate process of making a mini tatami mat. From selecting the core material to weaving the rush grass and sewing the edges, engage in the meticulous craftsmanship that goes into each piece. Take home your handmade mini tatami as a unique souvenir.
Throughout the workshop, enjoy the soothing aroma of rush grass, known for its calming properties. Pause to savor Japanese tea and seasonal sweets, engaging in conversation with the artisan and gaining deeper insights into Japanese culture and craftsmanship.
This hands-on experience offers a rare opportunity to connect with Japan’s rich traditions in a serene and authentic setting.
Punti salienti
- Immerse yourself in the soothing scent of igusa, the material of tatami
- Learn about the history and culture of tatami, a symbol of Japanese life
- Craft your own mini tatami mat with the guidance of a skilled artisan
- Enjoy a break with Japanese tea and seasonal sweets during the workshop
- Experience the charm of a 120-year-old machiya, a traditional Japanese house
Lingue guida
INFORMAZIONI IMPORTANTI
The experience takes place in a traditional Japanese townhouse
Participants will learn about the cultural significance of tatami
The activity includes making a mini tatami to take home
Japanese tea and sweets are provided during the experience
INCLUSO
- Learning about the history and culture of tatami
- Hands-on experience in making a mini tatami
- Japanese tea and seasonal sweets
- Interaction with a craftsman
- Experience in a 120-year-old townhouse
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Cancellazioni
Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.