<三つの体験> ベンガラ染め・和裁・お香づくり
Mount Fuji Japanese Craft Workshop
● 河口湖駅から徒歩圏内、富士山麓で楽しむ特別な文化体験
● 毎日3回開催（9:00・13:00・16:00開始）の3時間プログラム
● 神道と仏教に受け継がれてきた三つの伝統工芸を体験
● 世界に一つだけの和雑貨4点を制作・お持ち帰り
● 山梨銘菓のおもてなしと、職人手作りの希少な贈り物付き
Confirmation of Consent
By completing your reservation, you agree to the disclaimer above and the separately stipulated cancellation policy.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation Fees
- More than 7 days before the experience start date: Full refund of the participation fee.*
- 24 hours to 7 days before the experience start date: 50% refund of the participation fee.*
- 24 hours or less before the experience start time, including no-shows: No refund.
* A 3.6% payment processing charge will be deducted from all refunds.
- Cancellation by the Organiser
If the workshop is cancelled by the organiser for any reason other than force majeure (including, but not limited to, severe weather, natural disasters, or infectious disease outbreaks), the participation fee will be refunded in full.
- Cancellation Requests
To cancel your booking, please contact us using our contact form.
Disclaimer
By registering for the Japanese cultural experience "Mount Fuji Japanese Craft Workshop" (the "Workshop") organised by Kototama (the "Organiser"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to the following terms and disclaimer.
- Article 1 – Participation at Your Own Risk
Participation in the Workshop is entirely voluntary and at the participant's own discretion and risk.
Participants are responsible for deciding whether they are fit to participate, taking into account their physical condition, health, allergies, pre-existing medical conditions and any other relevant circumstances.
- Article 2 – First Aid and Medical Assistance
The Organiser will keep a basic first-aid kit (including disinfectant, adhesive plasters, eyewash and other basic supplies) at the venue and will provide basic first aid for minor injuries where reasonably possible.
The Organiser is not a medical institution, and no doctor, nurse or other medical professional is permanently present at the venue.
In the event of an emergency, the Organiser will use reasonable endeavours to direct participants to a nearby medical facility or arrange emergency medical assistance (including dialling 119 where appropriate).
Any medical expenses, treatment costs, transport costs or any other expenses arising from illness, injury or deterioration in health during or after participation in the Workshop shall be borne by the participant.
Visitors to Japan are strongly encouraged to obtain comprehensive travel insurance, including medical expense cover.
- Article 3 – Risks and Safety Measures
### Natural Earth Dyeing Experience
- Risks
Natural indigo dye may come into contact with the eyes.
Natural indigo dye may stain skin or clothing. Although it is generally harmless to the skin, allergic reactions may occur in rare cases.
- Safety Measures
Protective glasses (ordinary sunglasses may also be used) are available free of charge for participants who wish to protect their eyes.
Latex-free nitrile gloves are provided free of charge for participants wishing to avoid skin contact.
Clean running water is available for rinsing the eyes if indigo dye comes into contact with them.
Participants are strongly advised to wear clothing that they do not mind getting stained.
### Japanese Sewing Experience
- Risks
Sewing needles are used during the experience, and there is a risk of minor finger injuries.
- Safety Measures
Thimbles are provided for all participants and their use is recommended.
The instructor will explain the safe handling of sewing needles before the experience begins.
Should a minor finger injury occur, disinfectant and adhesive plasters will be provided.
A magnetic needle picker is available should a needle be accidentally dropped.
### Incense Making Experience
- Risks
Strong fragrances from incense ingredients may cause adverse reactions such as headaches or nausea.
Participants who are sensitive to fragrances or who are pregnant should exercise particular caution.
Allergic skin reactions may occur in rare cases if certain incense ingredients come into contact with the skin.
- Safety Measures
The room will be adequately ventilated throughout the experience.
Participants who feel unwell should inform the instructor immediately. A separate resting area is available if required.
A list of the incense ingredients used during the experience will be emailed after the booking has been confirmed.
Participants with fragrance allergies are encouraged to review the list in advance.
### Refreshments
- Risks
Light refreshments featuring local specialities from Yamanashi Prefecture may be served.
Participants with food allergies must declare them when making their booking.
Although every reasonable precaution will be taken, the complete absence of trace allergens cannot be guaranteed.
- Safety Measures
Ingredient information is available upon request before the Workshop.
- Article 4 – Health
ConditionsParticipants are advised to consult their doctor before participating if any of the following apply:
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Heart disease, respiratory disease, skin conditions, allergies or other medical conditions
- Mental health conditions, dementia or any condition requiring support
- Any other health concerns which may affect safe participation
- Article 5 – Liability for Damage Caused by Participants
Participants shall be responsible for any loss or damage caused to other participants, instructors, third parties, facilities, equipment or property through their intentional acts or negligence.
- Article 6 – Photography and Video Recording
The Organiser may photograph or film the Workshop for promotional purposes.
Where participants may be identifiable, their prior consent will be obtained before any photographs or video recordings are used.
Participants are welcome to take photographs and videos for personal use, provided that the privacy of other participants is respected.
- Article 7 – Limitation of Liability
The Organiser shall not be liable for:
- Any loss, damage or disruption arising from force majeure events beyond the Organiser's reasonable control, including adverse weather, natural disasters, transport disruption or power failures.
- Any illness, injury or other issues arising from allergies, medical conditions or other circumstances that were not disclosed by the participant before the Workshop.
- Any accident, injury, loss or theft occurring while travelling to or from the venue.
- Article 8 – Governing Law and Jurisdiction
This Disclaimer shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan.
Any dispute arising out of or in connection with the Workshop shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Kofu District Court as the court of first instance.
Experience Overview
Upon Arrival|はじまりの時間・歴史レクチャー
神仏への敬意を前提とした、三つの多様な手仕事を通して、精神性と身体性が一体となった日本文化の世界観。自然素材を無駄なく扱い、身体に負担をかけない、洗練された動きと所作として磨かれてきた手仕事は、技であり、文化そのもの。観光のその先にある、日本文化の真髄へ。
+15 min|# ベンガラ染め
完全天然の富士山麓の土から生成したベンガラ染料を、富士山からの清冽な湧き水に溶かし、麻または綿の生地に揉み込ませます。16 inch × 16 inch（約40.6 cm × 40.6 cm）のハンカチサイズの生地を2枚、複数の染料を使って完全オリジナルに染めていただきます。
+60 min|# 手縫い針仕事による袋づくり
溢れんばかりの素材や色柄の生地の中から、表裏それぞれ異なる生地を2枚選んでいただき、針と糸を用いて、一つの袋に裁縫します。この袋は、最後の体験のお香づくりで調合する香原料を入れる匂い袋になります。
+105 min|# 匂い袋に入れる高級香原料の調合
指導者数三万名を超える、お香づくりのプロが、日本古来の匂い袋の調合をレクチャー。完全天然の高級香原料（約15種）を、秘伝の技術に従って自由に調合して、二種類の完全オリジナルの調合を行います。調合済みの二種類の原料は、それぞれ異なる袋に入れて仕上げます。
+165 min|最後に: 香りで感じる・・・ワタシ＆アナタらしさ
あなた自身が和裁した、表裏で柄の異なる、可愛らしい匂い袋は、見た目も香りも、世界にたった一つだけ。富士山麓での楽しい三時間をともに過ごした仲間の素晴らしさを、香りからも感じ取り、達成感や感じた気持ちを共有し合えたら、解散となります。
+180 min｜解散｜香りが選べるコーン型お線香のお土産つき
3種類のお線香の香りをその場でご確認いただきます。お好きなコーン型お線香をお好きな組み合わせで、15個までお持ち帰りいただけます。
Your Experience
Visitor Information
Throughout the Experience
- Expert English-language guidance throughout the experience from specialists in Japanese history, neuroscience and human movement science.
- An easy-to-follow instructional video, together with step-by-step printed guides in English and Traditional Chinese.
- Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi at the venue.
- Clean and well-maintained restroom facilities.
- Fresh drinking water drawn from the natural springs of the Mt Fuji foothills.
- Complimentary storage space for coats, bags and personal belongings.
- A calm, intimate setting designed for small groups, allowing for personalised guidance and an unhurried experience.
- On clear days, enjoy beautiful views of the iconic Mt Fuji throughout the experience.
What You'll Create and Take Home
- # NATURAL EARTH DYEING
Create two premium hemp or cotton cloths (16 × 16 inches / approximately 40.6 × 40.6 cm each), hand-dyed with completely natural Bengala earth pigments from the foothills of Mt Fuji. Blend natural pigments freely to create your own unique colours and flowing gradients.
- # JAPANESE SEWING
Sew two handmade Japanese sachets using premium Japanese fabrics of your choice. Select different fabrics for the front and back of each sachet to create two completely one-of-a-kind designs.
- # INCENSE MAKING
Blend two original fragrances from approximately fifteen varieties of premium natural aromatic ingredients using traditional techniques handed down through generations. Each fragrance is sealed inside one of the sachets you have sewn, creating two unique scented keepsakes to take home.
- SOUVENIR PREPARED BY OUR ARTISAN:
15 Artisan-made Cone Incense Pieces in Your Favourite Fragrance
Choose any combination of up to fifteen cone incense pieces from three fragrances carefully prepared by our incense master.
Access
河口湖駅より徒歩6分の会場での開催になります。
詳細な住所に関しては、ご予約確定後にお知らせいたします。
Experience Highlights
Good to Know
- All tools and materials are provided.
- Small-group experience with personalised guidance throughout.
- Expert guidance and lectures are provided entirely in English.
- Held indoors, allowing the experience to take place comfortably in all weather conditions.
- Suitable for complete beginners—no previous experience is required.
- All handcrafted creations can be taken home on the day.
- The naturally dyed cloths will continue drying after the workshop; simple instructions for transporting and caring for them will be provided.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi, refreshments and restroom facilities are available at the venue.
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothing suitable for hands-on craft activities.
- Clothing that you do not mind getting lightly stained during the Natural Earth Dyeing experience.
- A smartphone or camera if you wish to photograph your creations and the workshop.
- Reading glasses, if required for detailed handcraft work.
Accessibility & Visitor Information
- Age Requirements
There is no formal age restriction for this experience.
Children who are too young to participate independently are welcome to accompany a participating parent or guardian, provided they remain under the adult's close supervision.
As space is limited, we kindly ask that adults who are not taking part in the experience do not accompany participants.
- Pets
Pets are not permitted.
If you will be accompanied by a guide dog or registered assistance dog, please contact us in advance via the contact form so that we can make the necessary arrangements.
- Accessibility
If you have any accessibility requirements or require additional assistance, we would be delighted to discuss how we can best accommodate your visit. Please contact us before making your reservation.
The workshop is held on the ground floor, and we will do our utmost to make the experience as comfortable as possible wherever reasonably practicable. As the activities involve handcraft work using needles, natural dyes and aromatic ingredients, certain adjustments may be limited.
We encourage you to contact us in advance so that we can discuss your individual requirements and make appropriate arrangements wherever possible.
The Story Behind the Three Crafts
# ベンガラ染め
ベンガラは、人類最古の顔料のひとつとされ、日本では縄文時代（紀元前約13,000年〜紀元前300年頃）の土器や古墳の壁画にも使われてきました。古代の人々は、その深い赤色を生命力の象徴であり、災いから身を守る色として大切にしてきたと考えられています。
富士山もまた、日本人にとって単なる美しい山ではありませんでした。噴火という圧倒的な自然の力への畏れと、清らかな湧き水や豊かな実りを与えてくれる恵みへの感謝。その両方を併せ持つ存在として、古くから神聖な山として敬われ、千年以上にわたり修験者や巡礼者、そして一般の人々が祈りを捧げてきました。
富士山がもたらす土と水。その二つの恵みが、あなたの手のなかで一枚の布へと姿を変えていく時間は、富士山とともに生きてきた人々の祈りや信仰の歴史とも静かに響き合っています。
染めのムラや濃淡は、素材との対話が生み出した、その瞬間だけの表情です。均一に整えようとする力を少し抜き、足先から背中、指先まで、体のどこに力が入っているかに耳を澄ませてみてください。日本の手仕事が磨いてきたのは、技術だけではなく、自然に無理を強いない、身体そのものの使い方でした。
# 手縫い針仕事による袋づくり
一枚の布を無駄なく使うという知恵は、自然から授かったものを最後まで生かし切るという日本人の価値観から生まれました。和服を仕立てる和裁も、その代表的な技術のひとつです。布を必要以上に裁ち落とさず、ほどけば再び一枚の布へ戻すこともできる構造には、自然からいただいた素材を最後まで大切に使うという価値観が息づいています。
この体験では、表と裏に異なる柄の布を選び、自分だけの匂い袋を二つ仕立てます。同じ柄を選ぶこともできますが、あえて異なる布を組み合わせることで、一つひとつが世界にひとつだけの表情を持つ作品になります。
針を進める速度や糸を引く力加減は、人によって少しずつ異なります。手仕事だからこそ生まれる二つとして同じもののない表情は、日本人が古くから大切にしてきた「一期一会」の美しさを静かに映し出します。
この袋は、これまで触れてきた自然素材を受け止め、最後に香りを宿すための器となります。手縫いによって形づくられるその時間は、自然の恵みを一つの形へと結び合わせる、日本の手仕事の本質そのものです。
# 匂い袋に入れる高級香原料の調合
日本では古くから神道と仏教が共存し、互いに影響を与えながら独自の文化を育んできました。香りの文化もその豊かな融合のなかで育まれてきました。香りを暮らしのなかで楽しむ文化は、仏教とともに日本へ伝わった香文化を背景に、寺院だけでなく宮廷や武家、そして人々の日常へと広がっていきました。匂い袋は、天然の香原料を布袋に納め、衣服や持ち物に忍ばせて香りを楽しむ、日本ならではの優雅な文化として今日まで受け継がれています。
この体験では、約十五種類の天然香原料から二種類の香りを調合します。同じ素材を選んでも、配合や分量がわずかに異なるだけで香りは大きく変化し、世界にひとつだけの調香が生まれます。
日本には、山や川、草木、石に至るまで、自然界のあらゆる存在に生命や神聖さを見いだす「八百万の神」という考え方があります。そのため、香木や草花も単なる材料ではなく、自然から授かった恵みとして大切に扱われてきました。
あなたが調合した香りは、自ら縫い上げた匂い袋へと納められます。これまでの手仕事を通して育んできた身体の感覚と、日日本人が自然と共生し、その恵みを「いただき」、役目を終えれば再び自然へ還すという世界観が、この最後の工程でひとつの作品として静かに結実します。
三つの手仕事は、それぞれ異なる素材と技法を用いながらも、自然を支配するのではなく、その恵みを受け取り、素材と対話しながら形を生み出していくという、日本文化に通底する世界観によって結ばれています。技術を学ぶだけではなく、自然とともに生き、神仏への敬意を暮らしのなかに息づかせてきた日本人の感性を、身体を通して体感していただくこと。それこそが、この三つの手仕事をひとつの体験として結ぶ、本当の意味なのです。
この体験を終えたとき、手元に残るのは作品だけではありません。日本人が自然と向き合い、素材と対話しながら育んできた世界の見方そのものが、静かに心に残ることでしょう。その感覚は、目の前にそびえる富士山の景色とともに、日本で過ごしたかけがえのない記憶として、いつまでもあなたの中に息づき続けます。