Buzen Experience: Shimenawa Making Workshop

About this event

Learn from an experienced shimenawa instructor to make an impressive shimenawa straw rope yourself, even if you are a beginner. Why not welcome the new year with a handcrafted shimenawa made with heartfelt care? In this experience, formal worship and a grounds tour will be conducted starting at 13:00, followed by the shimenawa making workshop from 13:30 to 15:00. The fee includes materials, the formal worship (including grounds tour) offering, and tea. The capacity is 15 people on a first-come, first-served basis. Required belongings include work clothes that you do not mind getting dirty and socks. Reservations are accepted until Saturday, November 21, 2026.

Venue

Ofutomi Shrine

256 Shiromaru, Buzen, Fukuoka 828-0011