Tokyo Some Monogatari Museum: Kimono Dyeing Experience
Explore the art of kimono dyeing at Tokyo Some Monogatari Museum, offering hands-on workshops and cultural insights in Shinjuku.
The Tokyo Some Monogatari Museum offers a peek into the traditional craft of kimono silk dyeing. Located in Shinjuku, it provides an authentic experience with hands-on workshops and tours of its still-operating workshop, allowing visitors to appreciate and create their own dyed goods.
A brief summary to Tokyo Some Monogatari Museum
- 3 Chome-6-14 Nishiwaseda, Shinjuku City, 3 Chome Nishiwaseda, Tokyo, 169-0051, JP
- +813-3987-0701
- Visit website
- Monday 9 am-12 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-12 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-12 pm
- Thursday 9 am-12 pm
- Friday 9 am-12 pm
Local tips
- Reservations are required in advance for the workshop and tour, especially if you have a group of 5 or more.
- Visit on a weekday to participate in the tour and workshop, as the museum is closed on weekends and holidays.
- Check out the museum shop for small articles made out of dyed kimono silk, such as stoles, ties, and bags.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Takadanobaba Station (JR Yamanote Line, Tokyo Metro Tozai Line, Seibu Shinjuku Line), it's approximately a 15-minute walk to the Tokyo Some Monogatari Museum. Alternatively, take the Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line) to Omokagebashi Station, which is a 3-minute walk from the museum. A single subway or tram fare typically costs between ¥100-¥300.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Shinjuku. From Shinjuku Station, a taxi ride to the Tokyo Some Monogatari Museum will take around 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. The estimated fare for such a trip ranges from ¥2,500 to ¥4,000. Note that taxi fares in Tokyo start at ¥382.90 per kilometer.
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Walking
From Waseda University, the Tokyo Some Monogatari Museum is about a 20-minute walk. Head east along Waseda Street (Route 25) and turn right onto Meiji Dori Street. Then turn left on to the next block, the museum will be on the left. This is a straightforward and pleasant walk through a residential neighborhood.
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