Experience Silk in Japan’s Largest Silk Weaving Region
The prestigious Tango Chirimen silk fabric has been crafted here since 1720.
Even today in Yosano, you can still hear the rhythmic “clack-clack” sounds of silk being woven throughout the town.
Why not experience the texture of Yosano silk while feeling the charm of its long-standing history?
Quality Refined Through 300 Years of History
Around 300 years ago during the Edo period, a silk merchant named Sahei and others brought weaving techniques from Kyoto’s Nishijin district to this region. This marked the beginning of what we now call Tango Chirimen, a luxurious silk crepe. The craft soon spread throughout the Tango area and became a deeply rooted local industry. It is rare—even globally—to find a region where so many silk weaving techniques have been concentrated. Today, Tango silk is not only used for traditional kimono fabric, but also for modern items such as fashion accessories like scarves and materials for interior design.
A Region Producing 70% of Japan’s Silk Fabrics
The Tango region, home to Yosano, is Japan’s largest silk weaving area. It produces about 70% of all white silk fabrics used for traditional Japanese clothing (kimono) in the country. This means the region has long supported the foundation of Japan’s kimono culture. Today, with its 300-year heritage, Tango Chirimen continues to evolve—reaching global stages such as Paris Fashion Week.
Weave Your Own Original Coaster
In this hands-on weaving experience, you’ll create a unique coaster by interlacing vertical and horizontal silk threads. The texture and look vary depending on how the threads are woven—making each coaster a one-of-a-kind piece. It’s a perfect short activity to enjoy with family or friends during your travels.
| Duration | From 50 minutes |
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| Fee | ¥1,200 |
| Location | Yosano Town Tourism Association TEL 0772-43-0155 |
Make Your Own Original Silk Bracelet (Misanga)
The easiest way to experience silk! Using 100% silk threads, you’ll craft a misanga (friendship bracelet) through traditional braiding techniques. You can choose your favorite colors to create a personalized piece—ideal as a heartfelt souvenir for someone special.
| Duration | From 30 minutes |
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| Fee | ¥900 |
| Location | Yosano Town Tourism Association TEL 0772-43-0155 |
![[Insightful] Discover the Silk Production Process](https://yosano-kankou.net/en/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/discover.webp)
Tango Textile Workshop Tour
Join a special tour that takes you inside the real working studios where silk textiles are made—places not usually open to the public. Unlike workshops set up for tourists, these are active, professional weaving studios that have produced countless pieces of fine silk. You’ll experience the authentic atmosphere where exquisite textiles come to life.
| Duration | Approx. 4 hours (varies by plan) |
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| Fee | ¥8,000 per person (for 2 participants) |
| Location | Yosano Town Tourism Association and other venues TEL 0772-43-0155 |
![[Elegant] Wear the True Yosano Silk](https://yosano-kankou.net/en/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/elegant.webp)
Authentic Tango Chirimen Kimono Experience
Yosano Town is home to generations of people who have built their lives around the weaving of Tango Chirimen, a name synonymous with luxury kimono fabric. The historic “Chirimen Kaido” (Crepe Street), once a hub for silk distribution, still retains traditional merchant houses from the Meiji, Taisho, and Showa eras. In this culturally rich setting, you can experience the elegance of wearing a kimono made of 100% pure silk—learning the graceful movements and manners of traditional Japanese dress.
| Duration | Approx. 4 hours |
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| Fee | From ¥15,400 |
| Location | Yosano Town Tourism Association and other venues TEL 0772-43-0155 |
