Indigo Dyeing & Matsue Castle - With Local Guide & Audioguide

Category
  • Arts, Crafts & Experiences
  • Literature & Myths
  • Audio Guide
  • Local Navigator

Dates|2026-10-30

Days| Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun

Languages|EN, FR

Fees

Per person ¥6,900(tax incl.)

Indigo Dyeing & Matsue Castle - With Local Guide & Audioguide

After a guided tour of Matsue Castle — one of only twelve surviving original castle keeps in Japan — guests visit the studio of a certified traditional indigo dye artisan along the moat canal for a hands-on natural indigo dyeing experience (small cotton scarf or towel).                
Interact directly with the artisan and create your own unique piece.               

Schedule: 
09:00        Meeting at the lobby of Matsue New Urban Hotel
09:15        Matsue Castle — Otemon Gate
09:30        Matsue Castle Keep
10:30        Hands-on indigo dyeing experience
11:20        Dispersal at the site

Notes:
- To enter the site, we need to take off shoes.
- Tours are available even from 2 persons (max. 6), offering a personal experience with a local guide.
- English and French audio guides are available for Matsue Castle Guided tours.
- Tours run in light rain; in case of severe weather, arrangements will be discussed.
- Matsue Castle has steep stairs. Guests may wait at the base if preferred. Children aged 6 and above are welcome for the tour..
- All bookings are non-cancellable and non-refundable once confirmed.
- Meeting time is at 08:50. At the hotel lobby on the first floor of Matsue New Urban Hotel

For the booking, please refer to the link or contact us: contact@urban-goentravel.com

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