At “KAI Nikko”, we will hold a “Nikko coloring experience with traditional craftsmen involved in the restoration of shrines and temples” on weekdays from March 1, 2023 to February 29, 2024.
A traditional craftsman who restores historical buildings such as Nikko Toshogu Shrine will be invited as a lecturer, and you will experience painting using traditional paints such as mineral pigments at the inn.
Nikko coloring experience with a traditional craftsman involved in the restoration of shrines and temples
Under the guidance of Ms. Miho Ihara, a female traditional craftsman who has been involved in the restoration of cultural properties and historical buildings such as Nikko Toshogu Shrine,
We will create crafts using rare materials such as mineral pigments that are actually used in shrines and temples in Nikko.
Coloring the "Treasure Mallet" and praying for the year
The “Treasure Mallet Prayer Course” allows you to paint the “Treasure Mallet” of Tachiki Kannon of Chuzenji Temple, a branch temple of the World Heritage Nikko Rinnoji Temple, and receive prayers for a year.
“Treasure Mallet” is a lucky charm that wards off misfortunes in the home, and you can use mineral pigments and gold leaf to color and put your name on the plain wooden Mallet designed by Ms. Ihara.
Visit the undisclosed "Colored Sketch" at Nikko Toshogu Shrine
The decoration of shrines and temples, and how to arrange colors for each one, are shown in pictures and words as you tour while listening to an explanation of the “Colored Sketch”.
Ms. Miho Ihara, a traditional craftsman in charge of "A moment of handicraft"
Born in Nikko City. Tochigi Prefecture Designated Traditional Craftsman.
He grew up in a family of traditional handicrafts, and received an emphasis on arts and culture education from an early age. Since his teens, he has learned a wide range of techniques, from the basics of technology to restoration techniques for national treasures.
| Duration: |
Weekdays from March 1, 2023 to February 29, 2024 |
| Experience time: |
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. the day after your stay (painting experience) |
| Price: |
Coloring experience only 5,000 yen per person
“Treasure hammer prayer course” 12,800 yen per person
“Nikko Toshogu Shrine/Painting Course” 18,200 yen per person
*Choose one of the above and experience
*All prices include tax, lodging expenses not included *Varies depending on the type of paint used and the work to be created
*The coloring tour at Nikko Toshogu Shrine will be a local gathering. |
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