Discover the timeless beauty of Arimatsu Shibori on this hands-on tie-dye experience and heritage walk in Nagoya.
Just a short train ride from Nagoya Station, Arimatsu is a charming Edo-period town famed for its 400-year-old tradition of Japanese tie-dye, known as shibori. This immersive tour offers the perfect blend of cultural discovery, craftsmanship, and creativity.
Founded in 1608 as a post town along the historic Tōkaidō Road, Arimatsu became renowned for its distinctive shibori techniques, which are dyeing methods once favored by samurai and merchants. The craft has been passed down through generations, and today Arimatsu is officially recognized as a Japan Heritage Site, with beautifully preserved architecture and active artisan workshops.
Join our expert guide for a journey through Arimatsu’s shibori legacy. Visit the Arimatsu-Narumi Tie-Dyeing Museum and immerse yourself in this living art form. Finally, unleash your creativity by designing your own shibori fabric in a hands-on workshop with a skilled local artisan.
🎨 Unleash your creativity and bring home a handmade piece of Japan!
12,900 yen + taxes/person
6 – 12 years old: 6,450 yen + taxes/person
0 – 5 years old: free
*Minimum 2 people per booking
Private Experience
Arimatsu Station ( Google maps)
Arimatsu Shibori Artisan Shop
09:30 – 12:30 (3 hours)
13:00 – 16:00 (3 hours)
English
I’m a designer and artist with over ten years of experience in Arimatsu Shibori. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of learning from traditional artisans. I’m passionate about sharing my love for Japanese crafts, art and culture, and I hope I can share some unique perspectives on life in Japan.
My husband and I spent a delightful day with the Nagoyaisnotboring guide, Desiree in the spring of 2025. She met us at our ship and escorted us on a custom itinerary that was coordinated by Taylor at Nagoyaisnotboring. I explained before leaving home that I was interested in traditional Japanese crafts especially Shibori. They coordinated a train trip to Arimatsu, a charming town known for Shibori, tie-dying. A private hands-on dying experience was arranged and was a highlight of our day. Our Japanese speaking instructor was charming, knowledgeable and we successfully folded and dyed our own towels. I mentioned my interest in seeing the Nagoya Castle and that was arranged on our escorted return to the ship. Our custom tour arranged by Nagoyaisnotboring was one of our most enjoyable experiences while in Japan and I highly recommend working with them.
