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Art of Tatami Making in Shizuoka

Name: Art of Tatami Making in Shizuoka
Address: 50 Kurogane-cho Aoi-ku, Shizuoka-shi, Central, 420-0851, Japan

Address: 50 Kurogane-cho Aoi-ku Shizuoka-shi 420-0851

Kids friendly

Price

Adult – 2,400 yen per person Child – 1,210 yen (under 15 years old)

A tatami is a type of mat used as a flooring material in traditional Japanese-style rooms.
Tatami has over 1,300 years of history and it is particular to Japan.
You may discover authentic Japanese culture through observing the art of tatami making.
Shizuoka Tatami workshop is included “miniature tatami coaster making” for kids.
“Tatami photo frame making” for adults.
Tatami workshop is conducted by Tomoyuki Kameyama.
He is a first-class tatami craftsman (national license) and his career is over 25 years.
The tatami in Shizuoka City’s National Treasure – Kunozan-Toshogu shrine is his work.
The workshop and lecture is a visiting program.
It will be held nearby your accommodation.

Learn more about authentic Japanese culture!

Itinerary

1	Learn about what tatami is
2	Inquire into tatami
3	Tatami making demonstartion
4	Making two miniature tatami coasters (or one tatami photo frame)

Highlights

Availability/ Operating Hours	Daily
Meeting Time	Upon your request
Meeting Place	The workshop will take place near your accommodation
Time Required	90 minutes
Price	Adult – 2,400 yen per person Child – 1,210 yen (under 15 years old) * Recommended for kids, family, and school tours * 10% discount for school groups
Number of persons	11-40 persons *Smaller group size is negotiable
What’s included	Miniature tatami coaster making (for kids) Tatami photo frame making (for adults) Interpretation sevice (English)
What to bring	–
Language	English,Japanese
Wheelchair Friendly	No
Kids Friendly	Yes
Reservation	14 days in advance
Payment Option	Cash
Cancellation Policy	5 Day to 2 Day Notice: 20% 1 Day Notice: 50% Cancel on the day or fail to show: 100%
Notes	The workshop/lecture is a visiting program. Business area: Shizuoka central (Fujieda city to Shizuoka city) . Please consult us for other areas; travel expenses will be charged from Shizuoka city CCC Project can book a venue upon your request – please consult us for associated fees. Other tatami experiences other than photo frame and coaster makings are available from 4 people (5,500 per person) Interpretation language is only available in English.