Karamushi Ornament Making Workshop | Handcraft an Original Ornament

About this event

This is a hands-on workshop to handcraft a one-of-a-kind decorative ornament using "karamushi" (ramie), a rare plant fiber traditionally passed down in Showa Village, Fukushima Prefecture. Together with guide Kazuyo Saito, a karamushi weaving artisan, you will slowly craft a new decoration for the New Year using all five senses while feeling the uniquely soft rustle of karamushi fiber, the warmth of rice ears, and the crisp fragrance of wild flowers. For both newcomers and travelers, a world of handcrafts found nowhere else unfolds here. You can enjoy decorating as your heart desires while holding rice stalks from Showa Village, baby's breath, and flowers and plants gathered from the surrounding fields and hills. Because the program is limited to a small group, you can complete your own personalized piece under careful guidance. From beginners and first-time crafters to couples, spouses, seniors, and those considering relocation, this is a precious opportunity to directly feel the culture and warmth of Showa Village handcrafts. This Showa Village karamushi weaving ornament-making experience is recommended as a travel memory or a new year-end tradition.

Venue

Exchange and Tourism Facility Kuimaru-sho

1374 Kuimaru-Miyamae, Showa-mura, Onuma District, Fukushima 968-0212