Making Traditional "Ikkan-bari" Bamboo Baskets with Obi Cord Handles

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Let's make a unique bamboo basket by using kimono obi (belt) cords from Kaga (Ishikawa Prefecture) and natural bamboo to create a unique souvenir. Learn the traditional "ikkan-bari" craft with a professional instructor!

Ikkan-bari is a traditional craft in which washi paper is stretched over bamboo baskets and wooden objects, and then coated with “kakishibu” (persimmon tannin used for strength and protection against water). At Atelier Sennichiko, you can try ikkan-bari using authentic washi paper or old kimono cloth.

"Ikkan-bari bamboo basket with Kaga obi cord handles”
Choose between 3 types of ikkan-bari bamboo baskets, which can be made in about 2 hours. The baskets can be used for daily use or as decoration. The ikkan-bari instructor will carefully guide you.

After the washi paper is dried, it is coated with persimmon tannin to complete the Ikkan-bari process. It takes time to dry, so the completed product will be shipped to you about 1 week later in the mail. (Shipping cost included in the price).

Holding Term	All year round.
Duration	About 2 hours
Number of people involved	3 ~ 10people
Fee	6600 JPY- (tax included)

Atelier Sennichiko

Ikkan-bari is a traditional Japanese craft from long ago made of bamboo baskets or wooden objects covered with layers of Japanese paper and finished with “kakishibu” (persimmon tannin used for strength and protection against water). The word “ikkan-bari” (一閑張り) means "strong enough to withstand consistent weight", which is the origin of its name. (Note that there are various other theories as well.)

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Make your own one-of-a-kind "Ikkan-bari Bamboo Basket" with a Kaga obi cord handles using your choice of recycled washi or old cloth! We also offer a workshop for making wooden fuda ornaments from the Hyakunin Isshu (one hundred poems) using old cloth.

Basic Information

Experience Name	Making Traditional "Ikkan-bari" Bamboo Baskets with Obi Cord Handles
Holding Place	Atelier Sennichiko
Duration	About 2 hours
Holding Term	All year round.
Start Time	Morning session: 10:00~ Afternoon session: 13:00~

Implementation Condition

Minimum number of passengers	3people
Maximum number of passengers	10people
Reservation Application Deadline	By 17:00, 7 days in advance
Cancellation Policy	Although it is unlikely, we will notify you at least one day in advance if we have to cancel due to poor health or natural disasters.
Important Notes for Participants	★I have one Chihuahua in our home and classroom space. She barks a little when you enter the room, but stops barking after a little while. She has a friendly personality and does not bite at all.　　 ★The instructor will take responsibility for applying and drying the persimmon tannin. It will be shipped it to your home in about 1 week. (Shipping costs included/within Japan only).

Fee

Fee	1 participant (shipping fee within Japan included): 6600 JPY (tax included)
Included in the fee	Instruction fee, materials fee.
Payment Methods	Pay in cash on the day.
Cancellation and Changes	Before the day: 0% On the day: 100%
About Cancellation Fees	Please contact me as soon as possible in case of changes or cancellation.

Meeting Place & Access

Meeting Place	1-1-9-303 Izai, Wakabayashi-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi-ken 984-0038
Meeting Place Remarks	If you want the operator will guide you to the location from Rokuchonome subway exit (south exit).
Meeting Time	Please arrive 10 minutes before your session.
Access	--By Public Transportation--　 Tozai Subway Line: Rokuchonome Station --By Car--　・20-minute drive from Sendai Station ・5-minute drive from Higashi IC on Sendai Tobu Road
Parking	There is. Room for 1 car. *The spot is next to paid parking.
Facility Information	The location is the instructor's home, so a restroom is available.

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Barrier Free	There is. ★Even those who need assistance or are physically challenged can enjoy the experience. ★Elevator available.
Regarding Multilingual Support	Japanese / Other The instructor has a "PokeTalk" interpretation device that can handle multiple languages.