The Lemongrass Shimenawa Crafting Workshop at Kumamoto Herb Garden offers a unique blend of Japanese tradition and aromatic herbs. In this workshop, participants will learn the basic weaving techniques for Shimenawa, using fresh lemongrass carefully cultivated in the garden, to create their own special New Year's decoration.
This experience allows you to immerse yourself in the refreshing scent of lemongrass while learning about the history and significance behind Shimenawa, often regarded as Japan's "sacred rope." The workshop is designed to be beginner-friendly, ensuring everyone can enjoy the crafting process with clear guidance.
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Workshop 90min plan
The Highlight
Unique Materials: Craft traditional Shimenawa using fresh lemongrass and other herbs from Kumamoto Herb Garden. Beginner-Friendly: Instructions will carefully explain how to make it so that it is easy for even beginners to understand.
The Experience
Lemongrass Shimenawa-Making Workshop This workshop teaches you how to create a decorative Japanese shimenawa using lemongrass.
Part 1: The Basics (Instructor-Led) First, the instructor will explain the historical background of shimenawa and the herbs used. Then, you'll work together to create the main rope. 1, To make the lemongrass pliable, it's first moistened and kneaded thoroughly. 2, Secure the base of the lemongrass with a clamp and divide the material into three equal sections. 3, Twist two sections together, then wrap the remaining third section along the groove of the twisted pair. 4, Shape the rope and form a circular loop.
Part 2: Finishing Touches (Individual Work) Once the rope is made, you can decorate it on your own. You'll adorn your shimenawa with your favorite herbs and decorations. Feel free to be as colorful or as simple as you like.
NOTE: A bag will be provided for you to take your shimenawa home. However, if you plan to put it in a suitcase, it's recommended that you attach the delicate herbs and decorations after you get home to prevent them from getting crushed.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- Japanese
Itinerary
- ** Lemongrass Shimenawa-Making Workshop ** This workshop teaches you how to create a decorative Japanese shimenawa using lemongrass.
- Part 1: The Basics (Instructor-Led)
- This workshop teaches you how to create a decorative Japanese shimenawa using lemongrass.
- Part 2: Finishing Touches (Individual Work)
- Once the rope is made, you can decorate it on your own.
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
■ The experience starts at 13:00 (end of the experience). ■ Generally, you will be sharing a table. ■ Languages spoken by instructors: Simple English and Japanese ■ If you are participating alone, you can use the course for the price of two people.
Important Booking Information
- Standard group / Time: 90 minutes
- Please note that there are no toilets on-site
- Please check for yourself regarding bringing plants into foreign countries.
- If you are late, you will be asked to start the tour in the middle of the tour, or the tour will be shortened, or you will not be allowed to participate in the tour.
- Please come to the designated place 10 minutes before the reserved time.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 4 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 0 ~ 3 day(s) of departure, Non-refundable (0% refund)