Traditional Bamboo Basket Weaving Experience

What to expect

Get hands on as you learn the traditional methods of weaving bamboo baskets. With your choice of three styles, the whole family can join and make unique souvenirs.

What's included

  • Activity fee / Materials fee

Packages (3)

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Schedule

  1. 09:00
    Meet at TAKENOKO
  2. Basket Weaving
    Weave bamboo into a basket. Weave tightly starting from the base. We will teach you in a way that is easy to understand, making this beginner friendly! It takes about 2 hours to make.
  3. 11:00
    Tour ends at TAKENOKO

Location and Directions

  • Check-in / Check-out

    TAKENOKO

    京都府京都市上京区油小路通中立売下る甲斐守町110−4

    TAKENOKO — 京都府京都市上京区油小路通中立売下る甲斐守町110−4

Restrictions

  • Children ages 6 and up may join this activity.

What to bring

  • Please wear clothing that is ok to get a bit dirty.

Operated by

Yokoyama Bamboo Products & Co.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation until your booking is confirmed.

No cancellation fees are charged, but please be sure to let us know if you need to cancel or make any changes.

Reviews

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まさか自分で作れるなんて!
Posted Date: 2020/02/17
なつこ
エビ籠を作りました。写真では難しそうに見えたのですが、親切に丁寧に教えてくださって何とかできあがりました。まさか自分で作れるとは思ってなかったので感激です。竹って、いい素材だと感じました。ありがとうございました。
Basket collector
Posted Date: 2017/12/05
Sheri
I have been buying bamboo baskets on my visits to Japan. Making my own basket is my favorite souvenir for this trip to Kyoto. The instructions were easy to follow and the end product was exactly as shown in the picture! The only tricky part was finding the store.
Patient, easy-to-understand instruction
Posted Date: 2019/06/30
American in Kyoto
My sister, an American basket weaver with a great deal of experience in weaving other materials, and I, a long-term resident of Japan with no previous experience, took the course. We were the only two students that day and both had a great time. The young woman who instructed us was friendly and patient with us, taking us one step at a time through the process of making the rather complex but beautiful Shikainami basket. We both ended up with nice-looking baskets. The instructor cheerfully a… My sister, an American basket weaver with a great deal of experience in weaving other materials, and I, a long-term resident of Japan with no previous experience, took the course. We were the only two students that day and both had a great time. The young woman who instructed us was friendly and patient with us, taking us one step at a time through the process of making the rather complex but beautiful Shikainami basket. We both ended up with nice-looking baskets. The instructor cheerfully answered my sister's questions about preparing the bamboo and agreed to prepare 200 strips for my sister to take home with her a week later. All-in-all, a very satisfying experience well worth the price.
Peaceful personalized experience
Posted Date: 2019/09/09
Davin
We entered the weaving store, then the teacher led us back into the garage/workshop.

My wife and I had chosen different products to make. Mine was a bit more difficult (ebikago) while my wife's (yorozukago) was simpler and took 30 minutes less to complete. My wife was pleased with the product

I really loved the workshop, it was cool despite the summer heat and the teacher was nice and patient
Nice experience!
Posted Date: 2019/10/28
Annaïck
This workshop was my first experience in weaving.
I made a Shikainamihana basket and it wasn’t difficult.
The host had a good level in English and was patient in showing and explaining all the steps.
It didn’t even take too long to make ! It took about an hour.
This workshop is fine for beginners and totally ok if you speak English!
I recommend going to the Take No Ko shop for the appointement
まさか自分で作れるなんて!
Posted Date: 2020/02/17
なつこ
エビ籠を作りました。写真では難しそうに見えたのですが、親切に丁寧に教えてくださって何とかできあがりました。まさか自分で作れるとは思ってなかったので感激です。竹って、いい素材だと感じました。ありがとうございました。
Basket collector
Posted Date: 2017/12/05
Sheri
I have been buying bamboo baskets on my visits to Japan. Making my own basket is my favorite souvenir for this trip to Kyoto. The instructions were easy to follow and the end product was exactly as shown in the picture! The only tricky part was finding the store.
Patient, easy-to-understand instruction
Posted Date: 2019/06/30
American in Kyoto
My sister, an American basket weaver with a great deal of experience in weaving other materials, and I, a long-term resident of Japan with no previous experience, took the course. We were the only two students that day and both had a great time. The young woman who instructed us was friendly and patient with us, taking us one step at a time through the process of making the rather complex but beautiful Shikainami basket. We both ended up with nice-looking baskets. The instructor cheerfully a… My sister, an American basket weaver with a great deal of experience in weaving other materials, and I, a long-term resident of Japan with no previous experience, took the course. We were the only two students that day and both had a great time. The young woman who instructed us was friendly and patient with us, taking us one step at a time through the process of making the rather complex but beautiful Shikainami basket. We both ended up with nice-looking baskets. The instructor cheerfully answered my sister's questions about preparing the bamboo and agreed to prepare 200 strips for my sister to take home with her a week later. All-in-all, a very satisfying experience well worth the price.
Peaceful personalized experience
Posted Date: 2019/09/09
Davin
We entered the weaving store, then the teacher led us back into the garage/workshop.

My wife and I had chosen different products to make. Mine was a bit more difficult (ebikago) while my wife's (yorozukago) was simpler and took 30 minutes less to complete. My wife was pleased with the product

I really loved the workshop, it was cool despite the summer heat and the teacher was nice and patient
Nice experience!
Posted Date: 2019/10/28
Annaïck
This workshop was my first experience in weaving.
I made a Shikainamihana basket and it wasn’t difficult.
The host had a good level in English and was patient in showing and explaining all the steps.
It didn’t even take too long to make ! It took about an hour.
This workshop is fine for beginners and totally ok if you speak English!
I recommend going to the Take No Ko shop for the appointement

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