At the Kyoto Shibori Museum, this traditional Japanese craft class shows you how to dye a 46cm x 180 cm silk georgette scarf using the Kyo-arashi shibori method. You'll end up with a beautiful silk scarf to serve as a souvenir of your trip to Kyoto. Classes are usually individual and take 30 minutes to 60 minutes per class.
Start by choosing your favorite color and learning how to fold your fabric in a particular way. Wrap a tube with the folded fabric and wind a string around it. Squish the fabric down to the bottom of the tube and dye it.
While your fabric is drying (about 30 minutes), you'll learn more about shibori. Browse art pieces, tools, and samples displayed in the museum.
The museum shop also sells a variety of shibori items, souvenirs, fabrics, and more.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
Start times
9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM
Next available
Sat, Oct 17
Adult (ages 12+)
$50
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 20 of the next 100 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 16.
Tour Options
Kyo-arashi Shibori Scarf Class
Option 1: 30 to 60 minutes' shibori class including a museum tour.
Itinerary
Kyoto Shibori Museum
At the Kyoto Shibori Museum, your Japanese craft class shows you how to dye a 70-inch x 17-inch (180cm x 44cm) silk scarf using the kyo-arashi shibori method. You'll end up with a beautiful scarf to serve as a souvenir of your trip to Kyoto. Classes are usually individual and take 30 minutes to 60 minutes per class.
Start by learning how to fold your fabric in a particular way and wrapping a pipe in the fabric. Wind a string around the pipe and squish the fabric to the bottom of the pipe , and then dye your fabric with your favorite color. Unwind the string and roll your fabric with a towel, and press it. Then unfold your fabric to see the results.
While your fabric is drying (about 30 minutes), you'll learn more about shibori. Browse art pieces, tools, and samples displayed in the museum, and try on a shibori kimono, if you wish. The museum shop also sells a variety of shibori items, souvenirs, fabrics, and more.
What's included
Included
Admission fee to the museum
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
26 reviews
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How it compares in Kyoto
Starting price $50 is 35% below the typical $77 for tours of similar length in Kyoto
Excurgo comparison of 1,628 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 12 years
Adult pricing applies to all ages
Two car parking and bicycle parking spaces are available
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Kyo-arashi Shibori Scarf Class take?
Kyo-arashi Shibori Scarf Class lasts about 30 min–1h. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Kyo-arashi Shibori Scarf Class cost?
Prices start at $50 per person for this Kyoto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Kyo-arashi Shibori Scarf Class run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.
Does Kyo-arashi Shibori Scarf Class sell out?
It can: 20 of the next 100 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Kyo-arashi Shibori Scarf Class for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Kyo-arashi Shibori Scarf Class offered in?
The experience is available in JA, JA, EN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Kyo-arashi Shibori Scarf Class worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 26 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Kyoto Shibori Museum.
Reviews(26)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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DianaLM09
September 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Class and Museum are very special
I went solo to a class on a Thursday afternoon. No one else had signed up, so I got a personal class. It took 15 minutes to make my scarf. Then I was escorted upstairs for a video explaining the craft of Shibori. The museum owner showed me around the museum personally. His grandfather was a master Shibori artisan and exhibited several of his masterpieces. Afterwards, I was able to buy two 1.5 meters of kimono cloth with magnetic wooden hangers for my bedroom. It was a wonderful way to spend a rainy afternoon.
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Anna P
July 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Workshop
Lovely welcoming space, the workshop was fun and informative. The finished product come out extremely well. The upstairs part of the museum has a stunning display of shibori work.
I can wholeheartedly recommend the place
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allisonkQ2576AQ
June 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Shibori Scarf Class
What a gem of an experience! This workshop is attached to a great family run museum that is free with the workshop. It is incredible that the family has such a long history and knowledge of the craft, including items from the time before and after WWII. The class gives you the choice of the type of item you would like to work with and the color you would like to use. The best part is the end where they do an unveiling ceremony that makes every participant feel special and celebrated.
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Ruth_S
May 31, 2026 · via Viator
Fun and Inspiring
Good introduction to Shibori for first timers. Initially there is a hands on workshop, in minutes you are taught one Shibori dyeing method that produces a beautiful silk scarf with an exciting and surprising pattern. Afterwards you are shown around the museum and given an informative presentation with actual examples on the process, intricacies, and historical significance of Shibori. There is also a great Museum shop. All in all a perfect and rewarding way to learn about and appreciate this stunning craft.
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Johanna G
May 16, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A great shibori dying experience!
This was a wonderful experience and the instructor was very patient and informative
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Kimberly_A
April 12, 2026 · via Viator
Outstanding experience!
This was an engaging, learn-how hands-on activity with a beautiful silk scarf for yours to keep at the end. The museum upstairs is amazing and the father and son have some of their intricate, stunning work to see. Highly, highly recommended.
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263lenkas
April 7, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Shibori galore
An interesting experience and basically foolproof. We liked the little museum upstairs a lot, where you can see various shibori works and learn about the technique.
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Compass33387748226
March 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Kyo-arashi shibori silk dyeing scarf class at the Kyoto Shibori Museum
I went with my mum and some friends to do a silk dying course. It was so much fun!! The teacher (Mr Yamamoto) was so kind and helpful.
When we finished dying our pieces we were brought upstairs to look around the museum whilst our silks were washed and dried. The guy who took us round was really insightful about the shibori craft and answered all of our questions! He even let me try using the needle and wrapping up a bit of fabric. It was alot harder than it looked!!
I bought a shibori dyed bag in the gift shop, it was really well made and very beautiful!!
Definitely recommend the experience! Especially to those who like interesting and more unknown crafts!!
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GoPlaces48649887400
March 16, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Kyo-arashi Shibori Scarf workshop - THE highlight of my trip
I have only praise for this class. There are four colours you can pick from and from there, you are the one folding the fabric into four pleats before you wrap it around a PVC tube before securing it in place with elastic cord. From there, you dunk your piece into the dye.
You can finish your project in 30 minutes and as the item dries, you can go through the museum which is small but impactful. The son of one of the Shibori masters presents a demonstration of how the process works. He still has the family's shibori tool that dates back to pre WW2.
I enjoyed this class so much. It checked off all the boxes for me: educational elements, fun, and definitely not a tourist trap. AND you have a beautiful scarf that you bring home as a reminder of this wonderful time. Remember too that there are only three Shibori masters left in Japan. You'll get to meet them during the instruction. Get your singing voice in order because you may be called upon to sing to make the dye work better! : )
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Francesca Q
March 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Totally recommend doing!!
Couldn't recommend this experience more! We had a brilliant class taught by one of the only 3 masters left in Shibori, then a brilliant guided tour of the museum which was included in the price. Both were absolutely fascinating!
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