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.
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.
Hogushi-nasen is the traditional dyeing technique of Chichibu-Meisen.
| Required time | Approx.2 hour |
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| Course Fee | 8,000 yen～ |
* The fee depends on the design
* Reservation required more than one week in advance
| Required time | Approx.30 minutes |
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| Coaster | 1,000 yen |
| Required time | Approx.30 minutes |
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| Handkerchief | 1,300 yen |
| Required time | Approx.60 minutes |
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| Handkerchief | 1,000 yen |
| Pouch | 1,000 yen |
| Fee | Free of charge |
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You can wear Meisen Coat for free.
Please enjoy taking pictures in the building.
| Admission fee |
Adults 200 yen, Children 100 yen. * I am sorry to inform you but we do not accept payment by credit card. |
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| 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 |
| Closed | December 29-January 3 |
| Access |
Seibu Railway: 5 minutes walk from Seibu-Chichibu station Chichibu Railway: 10 minutes walk from Ohanabatake station |
