Workshops

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A small-group workshop in the satoyama landscape

Workshops

From cocoon to mawata, thread, and cloth.
We open small-group workshops rooted in handwork and the natural world.

Current Workshops
For First-Time Visitors

Current Workshops

Schedules and content vary from program to program.
Please see the latest information here.

April / May 2026

  • Apr 24 / 25 | Hachioji
    Composing Silk Colors | A Small Wall Hanging in Hachioji
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  • Apr 29 | Yamanashi
    The Beginning of the Tensan Season | Egg-Attaching Gathering
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  • May 15 / 16 | Yamanashi
    From Cocoon to Cloth | A Quiet Day at the Yamanashi Studio
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Yamanashi | Monthly Workshop

From Cocoon to Cloth | A Quiet Day at the Yamanashi Studio

A monthly workshop in Yamanashi that follows the path from cocoon to cloth.

  • Held mainly on the 3rd week of each month (Friday / Saturday)
  • Place: Yamanashi studio
  • Group size: 2 to 5 participants
  • Time: 10:00–15:00
  • Lunch included
  • Content varies each month

Hachioji | Monthly Workshop

Composing Silk Colors | A Small Textile Piece in Hachioji

A monthly workshop in Hachioji centered on color, texture, and a small woven textile piece.

  • Held mainly on the 4th week of each month (Friday / Saturday)
  • Place: Hachioji atelier
  • Group size: 2 to 5 participants
  • Time: 10:00–15:00
  • Lunch included
  • Content varies each month

noasobi Workshops

Small Seasonal Gatherings

Small gatherings connected to silkworms, wild silk, plants, and the rhythms of the mountain, held a few times each year.

  • Apr 29 | Egg-Attaching Gathering
  • Late May | Watching Tensan Larvae
  • June | Harvesting Tensan Cocoons
  • Autumn | Silkworms and Mawata
  • Place: Yamanashi
  • Mainly 10:00–14:00

Summer / Year-Long Programs

Immersive Time in the Mountains

A 2-night / 3-day summer stay program and a year-long class for growing your own stole are planned in Yamanashi.

  • Summer workshop: Jul 3–5 / Jul 10–12
  • Year-long class: planned to begin in Sep 2026
  • Location: Yamanashi studio
  • Year-long class: 6 to 7 sessions
  • Beginners welcome

FAQ

Q. Can beginners join?
A. Yes. Beginners are welcome in the regular workshops, noasobi gatherings, and year-long class.

Q. Is the content the same every month?
A. No. The Yamanashi and Hachioji workshops are held monthly, but the content changes with the season and materials.

Q. How do I reserve?
A. Please use the reservation / inquiry link on each detailed page, or apply through BASE when available.

Q. Do I need to bring anything?
A. Details are provided on each workshop page. Outdoor gatherings may require long sleeves, long trousers, boots, or a hat.

If You Are Unsure Where to Begin

If you are unsure where to begin, please contact us or start from the page for first-time visitors.

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