A Journey to Touch the Real
Production sites you could never access as a casual visitor,
places you never knew existed.
The Hataya Concierge will escort you to this exclusive experience.
Feel the spirit of craftsmanship and dedication.
See one-of-a-kind pieces not yet on the market,
or even request your own original creation.
Come and experience the hidden world of Tango textiles.
Experience a Working Textile Workshop
The Tango Textile Workshop Tour allows you to visit real silk weaving sites that were previously inaccessible to the public. These are not mock factories for sightseeing—they are active workshops that have long produced fine silk textiles. This exclusive tour is made possible because it takes place in Yosano, the birthplace of the renowned Tango Chirimen. You will feel the authentic atmosphere of the place where textiles are born.
Your Own Original Piece
The Hataya Concierge will guide kimono enthusiasts through this tour. By observing real production scenes and hearing explanations from artisans, you can directly experience the traditions and techniques of the craft. If you find a workshop that speaks to you, you may be able to purchase items at local prices or even order a one-of-a-kind piece just for you. We invite you to visit Yosano Town, the heart of Tango Chirimen, and enjoy this hands-on experience.
Visited Textile Workshops
Shibata Textile
Expresses complex designs such as “Nuitori Chirimen” by weaving in various fancy threads into silk yarn. Specializes in original works, creating data in-house according to customer requests, mainly for kimono and obi fabrics.
TEL 0772-42-2843
Yamatou
Since its founding in 1833, has continued to weave pure silk chirimen wrapping cloth. Recently, also plans and produces original furoshiki, stoles, scarves, and cushions. The traditional drum-type Hacchou twisting machine is still actively used.
TEL 0772-46-2031
Watamasa
Equipped with facilities capable of integrated in-house production from yarn twisting to warping and weaving. Focuses on jacquard weaving of various patterns and produces a wide range of items such as pre-dyed textiles, omeshi, and small items like haneri collars.
TEL 0772-43-0032
Kouju Sasaki
A rare silk knit manufacturer in Tango. Offers products using their own original yarns tailored to customer needs. Currently developing knit obi for traditional Japanese wear, as well as women’s jackets.
TEL 0772-42-2322
Komehana Textile
Engages in family-operated weaving of Tango Chirimen at their own factory. Creates original small items using the woven fabrics and is also developing textiles using wild silk.
TEL 0772-46-2241
Itori
With in-house facilities for warping and twisting, they produce a wide variety of textiles. These include shioze haneri collars, chirimen-shibo furoshiki cloths, patterned chirimen with gold and silver threads, and patterned obijime and haneri fabrics.
TEL 0772-46-2013
Marusen
A silk 100% Tango Chirimen manufacturer. Since 1875, artisans have maintained traditional methods. All production processes from raw silk to finished fabric are conducted in-house.
TEL 0772-46-2010
Miyashin
Focused on developing unique fabrics not found elsewhere, they weave fabrics for clothing, traditional accessories, and interiors. Continuously seeking new materials, they are a distinctive weaver in Tango.
TEL 0772-46-2059
Orimoto Tanryo
Utilizing techniques honed through pure silk chirimen, they also produce clothing fabrics, furoshiki, accessories, and interior goods using polyester and rayon. Operates their own original brand “TRIP1.”
TEL 0772-46-3365
Creative Studio Ito Asobi
With original weaving techniques and based on the unique Tango twisting and weaving methods, creates distinctive fabrics by combining various yarns such as silk ribbons and unique weaving styles, aiming to create “fabrics that are from Tango, but not typical of Tango.”
TEL 0772-42-3515
Usui Textile
As one of the few manufacturers in Tango specializing in synthetic textiles, they internalize all processes that would normally span multiple companies. Offers unique products with stable quality, flexible responsiveness, and high reproducibility through integrated in-house production.
TEL 0772-42-4105
Imai Warping Studio
Warping is the process of preparing warp threads for weaving. Mainly performs warping for chirimen silk, but also handles pre-dyed, synthetic fibers, and from narrow to wide fabrics.
TEL 0772-42-4997
Manjo Textile
Highly regarded for its integrated production from design to dyeing and tailoring. Recently also producing “sakiori” items—hand-woven from yarn unraveled from old kimonos. Each item is handmade, exhibited at national sakiori fairs, and sold at major department stores.
TEL 0772-43-1528
Yuri Textile Mill
Mainly manufactures wide-width woven fabrics for pre-dyed silk neckties. Handles over 400 colors of dyed threads, and also materials like wool, linen, and cotton. Recently developed a textile called “Hauroko Ori,” and is developing products such as scarves, shawls, and neckties.
TEL 0772-43-1567
Sample Schedule
For Visiting Two Workshops
| 9:20 | Gather at Former Kaya Town Hall (Yosano Tourism Association) |
| 9:30 | Departure |
| 9:40 | Visit first workshop (tour) |
| 10:40 | Finish first visit |
| 11:00 | Visit second workshop (tour) |
| 12:00 | Finish second visit |
| 12:00 | Disperse at Former Kaya Town Hall (Yosano Tourism Association) |
Premium Plan Fee
Attended by a “Hataya Concierge”
| Number of Workshops | Duration | 1 Person | 2 People | 3 People | 4 People |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Workshop | Approx. 1.5 hrs | ¥8,000 | ¥4,500 | ¥3,500 | ¥3,000 |
| 2 Workshops | Approx. 3 hrs | ¥12,000 | ¥6,500 | ¥5,000 | ¥4,000 |
| 3 Workshops | Approx. 4.5 hrs | ¥18,000 | ¥9,500 | ¥7,000 | ¥5,500 |
| 4 Workshops | Approx. 6 hrs | ¥24,000 | ¥12,500 | ¥9,000 | ¥7,000 |
Basic Plan Fee
*Attended by a staff member of the tourism association
| Number of Workshops | Duration | 1 Person | 2 People | 3 People | 4 People |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Workshop | Approx. 1 hr | ¥6,000 | ¥3,500 | ¥3,000 | ¥2,500 |
| 2 Workshops | Approx. 2 hrs | ¥9,000 | ¥5,000 | ¥4,000 | ¥3,000 |
| 3 Workshops | Approx. 3 hrs | ¥12,000 | ¥6,500 | ¥5,000 | ¥4,000 |
| 4 Workshops | Approx. 4 hrs | ¥16,000 | ¥8,500 | ¥6,000 | ¥5,000 |
Requests (Notes)
- Transportation between workshops will be by the guest’s private vehicle. If using public transport, you will need to use a taxi.
- [Reference] Using a taxi for 4 hours costs about ¥24,000 per vehicle (up to 4 passengers).
- We will ask for your preferred genre (type of weaver) in advance.
- Please confirm permission before taking photos during the workshop tours.
- To arrange the tour and confirm with the workshops, please contact us at least 4 days in advance of your desired date.
Reservations & Inquiries
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