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