Ono-san of Yoshinoya Dyeworks

Learn about Sanuki norizome and Japanese dyeing culture from a dyer, and dye an original tote bag. Touch traditional craft through a tour of the neighboring indigo-dyeing workshop too.

Hear from Ono-san, fourth generation of a dye house founded in 1912 (Taisho 1), about the tradition of Sanuki norizome and Japanese history. Look at many family crests and discover their depth.

Choose cloth with resist paste applied through a stencil, dye it in colors you choose and make a one-of-a-kind tote bag. The finishing is done at home, so the fun continues after you get back.

Watch real indigo dyeing at the adjoining workshop, where shrine banners, happi coats, noren curtains and more are dyed.