Chichibu-Meisen
Timeless charm and appeal of Chichibu-Meisen
Chichibu-Meisen is a traditional silk fabric produced in Chichibu, Saitama prefecture. It was very popular in early the Showa period.
The design was attractive to young women. Brilliant floral design is one of the most distinctive characteristics of Chichibu-Meisen. The charm and appeal of traditional Chichibu-Meisen techniques have remained unchanged over 100 years.
Chichibu-Meisen has been designated as a Traditional Crafts of Japan in 2013.
Chichibu-Meisen Museum
Silk used to be produced in Chichibu for many years. The Museum displays historical items and sells Chichibu-Meisen dyed and woven goods.
We demonstrate all the processes to make a Meisen Kimono from the cocoon every second Saturday of the month.
You can offer hands-on experience dyeing and weaving.
Hands-on Experience
Hogushi-nasen
Hogushi-nasen is the traditional dyeing technique of Chichibu-Meisen.
Required time
1 hour (up to one person)
Course Fee
10,000 yen～
* The fee depends on the design
* Reservation required more than one week in advance
Weaving
Required time
from 30 minutes
(for up to five people)
Coaster
1,500 yen
Indigo Dyeing
Required time
1 hour
Handkerchief
1,500 yen
Stencil Dyeing
Required time
1 hour
Handkerchief
1,500 yen
Pouch
1,500 yen
Meisen Wearing Experience
Meisen Coat
Fee
Free of charge
You can wear Meisen Coat for free.
Please enjoy taking pictures in the building.
General Information
- Admission fee
-
Adults 210 yen, Children 100 yen.
* I am sorry to inform you but we do not accept payment by credit card.
We only accept payment by cash.
- Address
- 28-1 Kumagimachi, Chichibu-shi, Saitama
- Telephone
-
0494-21-2112, (+81)494-21-2112
Japanese only
- Opening hours
-
9:00～16:00
* Hands-on experience dyeing and weaving
Reception time 9:00～11:30／13:00～15:00
- Closed
- December 29-January 3
- Access
-
Seibu Railway: 5 minutes walk from Seibu-Chichibu station
Chichibu Railway: 10 minutes walk from Ohanabatake station
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Silk used to be produced in Chichibu for many years. The Museum displays historical items and sells Chichibu-Meisen dyed and woven goods.
We demonstrate all the processes to make a Meisen Kimono from the cocoon every second Saturday of the month.
You can offer hands-on experience dyeing and weaving.
Hands-on Experience
Hogushi-nasen
Hogushi-nasen is the traditional dyeing technique of Chichibu-Meisen.
| Required time | 1 hour (up to one person) |
|---|---|
| Course Fee | 10,000 yen～ |
* The fee depends on the design
* Reservation required more than one week in advance
Weaving
| Required time | from 30 minutes (for up to five people) |
|---|---|
| Coaster | 1,500 yen |
Indigo Dyeing
| Required time | 1 hour |
|---|---|
| Handkerchief | 1,500 yen |
Stencil Dyeing
| Required time | 1 hour |
|---|---|
| Handkerchief | 1,500 yen |
| Pouch | 1,500 yen |
Meisen Wearing Experience
Meisen Coat
| Fee | Free of charge |
|---|
You can wear Meisen Coat for free.
Please enjoy taking pictures in the building.
General Information
- Admission fee
-
Adults 210 yen, Children 100 yen.
* I am sorry to inform you but we do not accept payment by credit card.
We only accept payment by cash.
- Address
- 28-1 Kumagimachi, Chichibu-shi, Saitama
- Telephone
-
0494-21-2112, (+81)494-21-2112
Japanese only
- Opening hours
-
9:00～16:00
* Hands-on experience dyeing and weaving
Reception time 9:00～11:30／13:00～15:00
- Closed
- December 29-January 3
- Access
-
Seibu Railway: 5 minutes walk from Seibu-Chichibu station
Chichibu Railway: 10 minutes walk from Ohanabatake station