Experience the Japanese traditions and culture that have been passed down to the present day along with Kyoto's 1200-year history, and add color to your travel memories.
Why not try making your own Hime Wagasa umbrella at Japan's oldest Japanese umbrella shop, founded in 1690?
We use all Japanese-made materials, the same as those used by Japanese umbrella craftsmen.
The completed Hime Wagasa umbrella comes with a bamboo umbrella stand, a presentation box, and a carrying bag.
You can take it home on the day.
The experience of making a Japanese umbrella is rare even across the country, and is an experience that can only be found in Kyoto.
Reservations are required, so please make your reservation early.
~What is Hime Wgasa Umbrella?~
Hime Wagasa umbrellas are cute umbrellas that are smaller versions of Japanese umbrellas.
Japanese umbrellas are considered lucky charms that ward off evil spirits and foster good fortune. Why not try making such a lucky charm with your own hands?
Let's enjoy an experience that is unique to Kyoto together.
～All materials used in this experience are made in Japan～
The materials used for the Hime Wagasa umbrellas you make are sourced in Japan.
You can use the exact same umbrellas used by Japanese umbrella craftsmen.
"A scene of Tsujikura's Japanese umbrella craftsmen making their umbrellas"
"All materials are made in Japan"
～Message from Tsujikura's Japanese umbrella craftsmen～
Through the Hime Wagasa Umbrella Experience Course, we hope that "everyone will learn about the traditional Japanese craft, the Japanese umbrella." We also hope that by giving as many people as possible the opportunity to experience Japanese umbrellas, we can preserve Japanese umbrellas for future generations.
Everyone is welcome. Please feel free to come.
~There are many ways to enjoy it~
We took photos while touring Kyoto, and took commemorative photos with dolls holding the items.
There are many ways to enjoy the completed Hime Wagasa umbrellas, such as giving them as celebratory gifts or displaying them at the entrance of your home.
It would also make a great souvenir from a trip to Kyoto.
～Plan Introduction～
"Plans for groups"
『Standard Plan』
"Premium Plan"
You can choose from three plans:
Group plan: 8,800 yen (tax included)
A minimum of 4 people is required.
Create wonderful memories for your family, group trips, and anniversaries.
The course takes 60 minutes from choosing the washi paper to completion.
Why not take a tour of Kyoto with your own handmade Hime Wagasa umbrella?
*This plan can be applied for via the inquiry form.
"It can also be used for school trips."
"Hime Wagasa Umbrella and Kyoto Tour"
"An example of a Hime Wagasa umbrella for groups: total length approx. 27cm, diameter approx. 35cm"
Standard plan 11,000 yen (tax included)
Starting with the selection of bamboo for the framework, the process combines Tsujikura's carefully selected materials, such as washi paper, to create up to 180 different patterns.
The duration is 90 minutes.
Make your own Hime Wagasa umbrella to your liking.
"An example of a standard plan Hime Wagasa umbrella, total length approx. 27cm, diameter approx. 35cm"
Examples of selectable materials
"Standard Plan Experience"
Premium Plan 33,000 yen (tax included)
Unlike other plans, the size of the Hime Wagasa umbrella is larger.
The red-dyed bamboo frame is available only in the premium plan.
You can use luxurious materials such as gold-inlaid washi paper or washi paper with real leaves.
The material combinations are endless.
In order to ensure a full-scale crafting experience, we have set aside a leisurely 120 minutes.
During the experience, you can wear a happi coat and get a taste of what it's like to be a craftsman.
Come work with Tsujikura's Japanese umbrella craftsmen to create your very own high-quality Hime-wa umbrella.
"Red bamboo ribs only available with the premium plan"
"The photo is for illustrative purposes only."
"An example of a Premium Plan Hime Wagasa umbrella, total length approx. 33cm, diameter approx. 42cm"
"The premium plan is a larger size."
~Customer feedback~
Here are some comments from customers after their experience.
The Hime Wagasa umbrella making experience was very cute and fun. I have tried various crafting experiences both in Kyoto and elsewhere, but the Hime Wagasa umbrellas here really feel like they are being made, and the finished product is very cute, so I highly recommend it if you are looking for a crafting experience in Kyoto. I think even children from around 10 years old can do it.
However, the cost is quite high at 8,800 yen. Apply glue, paste strips of decorative washi paper on the inside, then paste the main circular washi paper, crease it, and it's complete. This may seem easy, but if you use too much or too little glue, or let it drip in irrelevant places, it will not work, and since it is the washi paper that is used to paste and crease it, it will tear if done carelessly. On the other hand, if you are too careful and slow, the glue will dry out and you will not be able to stick it on. So, the difficulty level is a little high, and it may be a bit difficult for younger elementary school students, but I think that children in the middle or upper grades of elementary school and above can do it with the help of an instructor.
The entire trip takes a solid 90 minutes, so you'll need to spend half a day on it.
Very informative, beautiful & culturally rich experiences
It was a very meaningful, beautiful and culturally enriching experience.
I'm glad I learned how to make a Japanese umbrella.
It was a lot of fun to make.
～The size of the Hime Wagasa umbrella～
"Hime Wagasa Umbrella Size Comparison"
* (Left) 500ml plastic bottle * (Center) Group plan/Standard plan Total length approx. 27cm, diameter approx. 35cm
* (Right) Premium Plan Total length approx. 33 cm, diameter approx. 42 cm
What you can take home:
You can take home the Hime Wagasa umbrella you make on the day.
Your umbrella will be given a bamboo umbrella stand and presentation box in a carry bag for you to take home.
Bamboo umbrella stand
Cosmetic box and carrying bag
-Notice of additional options-
(Left) Finished product from the experience (Right) Finished product with lacquer coating
The ends of the bamboo ribs are painted with red lacquer.
Finished product from the experience (inside of umbrella)
Finished product decorated with paper (inside of umbrella)
[Notes on additional options]
This is an additional option and an additional fee will be charged.
Trial fee + additional option fee 3,300 yen (tax included) + shipping fee
*Shipping costs vary depending on your area.
②If you choose the additional option, the Hime Wagasa umbrella you have made will be kept at Tsujikura for about a month, and will be delivered to you after finishing.
-Information on experience location, experience time, and precautions-
Location: 5th floor of TSUJIKURA Building, east side of Kawaramachi Shijoagaru, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City. 3 minutes walk north from Exit 3 of Hankyu Kyoto Kawaramachi Station. *There is an elevator for TSUJIKURA Building next to Ringer Hut on the 1st floor, so please go up to the 5th floor.
The TSUJIKURA building is located across Kawaramachi Street from Kawaramachi Opa.
TSUJIKURA Building 1st floor
Desks and chairs will be provided for the trial classes.
Phone number: 075-221-4396 (12:00-18:00, closed on Wednesdays)
Reservations: Online reservations (reservations required)
Payment method: Cash or credit card on site Experience time: ①10:00-②13:00-③16:00- (approximately 1.5 hours)
*Please note that if the time exceeds 1.5 hours, staff will come to assist.
*If you would like to come outside of the above times, please contact us by email.
Hime Wagasa Umbrella Making Experience Course Contact: tsujikura.taiken@gmail.com
Please note: Payment must be made on-site by cash or credit card.
②If you do not receive a confirmation email within 2 business days after submitting your reservation request, please contact us.
If you do not receive an email, your reservation has not been made.
③Cancellation must be made 2 days before the experience date.
If you cancel the day before or on the day of the experience, the full experience fee will be charged.
Please note that if you cancel without permission, you may not be able to make future reservations.
-Cancellation policy- Cancellation the day before: 100%
Cancellation on the day: 100%