Hand-Painted Yuzen Workshop & Studio Tour (Fushimi – Okayama Kogei)

Step into the refined world of Kyoto’s hand-painted Yuzen dyeing — watch artisans at work and try the craft yourself at Okayama Kogei in Fushimi.

In 2025, Okayama Kogei, a renowned Yuzen dyeing studio located near Fushimi Inari Taisha, offers weekday Hand-Painted Yuzen experiences. This program combines a behind-the-scenes look at an authentic workshop with a hands-on chance to color your own design under the guidance of master artisans.

The experience begins with an introduction to the history and process of Kyo-Yuzen, followed by a guided studio tour where you can see artisans sketching patterns and mixing dyes. Participants then choose a pre-drawn design and bring it to life with color using traditional brushes and dyes. Finally, you can browse original Yuzen-inspired goods such as purses, wallets, and cases in the studio shop.

Venue & Access
Okayama Kogei Headquarters
20 Fukakusa Takedanishi-cho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto, Japan

• Subway/Kintetsu: 10-min walk from Takeda Station (North Exit East Gate)
• Bus: From Kyoto Station, City Bus No. 81 to Takeda-Kubomachi, 3-min walk
• Keihan: 16-min walk from Ryukoku Univ.-mae Fukakusa Station (from Gion side) or Fujimori Station (from Osaka side)

Schedule

• Weekdays only (Mon–Fri, excluding certain dates)
• Session 1: 10:00–11:30
• Session 2: 14:00–15:30

Notes
Advance booking required. Dates may vary. Please confirm details and pricing on the official website