Museum · Nishijin / Horikawa-Imadegawa
Nishijin Textile Center 西陣織会館
Free Nishijin weaving showcase with kimono shows, artisans at their looms, and hands-on weaving and kimono experiences.
Hours10:00-17:00 (Oct-Mar until 16:00)
ClosedMondays (next day if holiday), Dec 29-Jan 3
PriceFree
Getting thereHorikawa-Imadegawa bus stop; Imadegawa Station (Karasuma Line), 10 min
Time needed30-60 min
Address414 Tatemonzen-cho, Horikawa-dori Imadegawa-minami-iru, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto 602-8216
Websitenishijin.or.jp
About
Nishijin has been Kyoto's silk-weaving district for more than 500 years. The center explains Nishijin-ori brocade with displays and live demonstrations by weavers on hand looms. Short kimono shows take place in the hall. Paid workshops let you weave or wear kimono, and the large shop sells textiles and souvenirs.
Highlights
- Artisans weaving on traditional looms
- Kimono shows
- Weaving and kimono-wearing experiences
- Large textile shop
Tips
- Free entry; workshops need reservations
- Closes at 16:00 from October to March
- Horikawa-Imadegawa bus stop is in front
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