Tea Dye Workshop
Tea Dye Workshop
Colors from the Tea Fields. Design your own bags with natural dyes from wild tea leaves and fermented persimmon.
For generations in Japan, tea farmers planted persimmon trees alongside tea fields. Their broad canopies shaded both the leaves and the farmers, while the fruit helped preserve the harvested tea. Inspired by this natural way of life, this workshop tells the story of quiet friendships between people and the land.
In this creative and fun workshop, you’ll explore through playful color, designing two drawstring bags to take home. You'll dye with wild tea leaves foraged from the hills of Kameyama, and paint with kakishibu—a traditional dye made from fermented persimmon.
Included:
1 small & 1 large drawstring bag
¥38,000 per person
Tax included.
INSIDE THE WORKSHOP
A playful day of creative fun for little and big hands. Create memories and art with us in Kyoto.
SHIBORI TECHNIQUES
Using techniques of time gone by, you’ll use traditional string and more modern rubber bands, to create your own design.
A reflection of the moment, how you fold your fabric, how tightly you wrap it, and the thickness of your ties will all shape your creation.
TEA-DYEING
Our partners have honed their craft, hand-picking the finest tea for dyeing in the foothills of Kameyama, a historic tea-growing region.
Built on a history of gratitude and sustainability, every drop of tea is carefully preserved in the fabric. In turn, it preserves this still moment in your life.
PERSIMMON DYE FINISH
As you preserve this moment, embrace your inner artist and paint on designs with persimmon dye.
Taking on a stormy ocean blue, or deep caramel brown once dried, the persimmon dye gives you greater precision to draw whatever you can dream.
Environmental Impact
Sourced from the land, tea-dyeing is an earth-friendly alternative to harmful synthetic dyes. Reconnect to the earth, to its people, to the community, and to centuries-old practices.
10:00 AM
Tea Dye Workshop
Please check the booking calendar for the latest schedule.
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FAQ
What is the cancellation policy?
0% cancellation fee if canceled more than 7 days in advance. 100% cancellation fee if canceled within 7 days in advance.
What is your policy on children attending the workshop?
Children aged 6 and older are welcome to join. They will be charged the standard fee.
What should I wear?
You will be working with food. Please dress accordingly. We recommend wearing dark-colored clothing. And please refrain from wearing fragrances.
Can I bring my own items to dye?
Yes, you’re welcome to bring your own item. Please note: all items must be pre-approved via email before the workshop to ensure we have enough tea dye prepared. For fabrics over 100g, a fee of ¥14,000 will apply. Maximum allowable weight is 250g.
What kind of textile can I bring?
Please bring a white or undyed textile made from 100% natural materials such as cotton, linen, or silk. Both new and secondhand items are welcome—but they must be thoroughly washed. New textiles should be free from glues or production chemicals, and used textiles must be free of oils or residue.
Is the workshop bilingual?
No, the workshop will be conducted in English, with some Japanese if necessary.
Do you accommodate private workshops?
Please contact atelier@maanahomes.com with the number of participants and the dates you’ll be visiting.
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MAANA ATELIER is a multi-faceted space created to explore the ever-expanding passions and new offerings for our community. This traditional machiya is thoughtfully restored to reveal its raw beauty and imperfections. A place for exploration through workshops, dinners, community events, and more.
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In collaboration with
Kyoto Research Institute
Kyoto Research Institute was founded under the direction of Momoko Nakamura. Momoko’s interest stems from 20 years of communicating and educating on cookery culture and the food system, informed by anthropological field research across the Japanese archipelago. The Institute’s research now extends beyond food, expanding into both textile and home, with the growing understanding that each pillar of Japanese living originates from a single terroir.
