2026 OTONA WORK SHOP

A Day with Kinkarakami

A Special Spring Cultural Experience

Join us for a one-day immersive workshop where you can touch, feel, and create with Kinkarakami.

Details on how to apply can be found at the bottom of this page.
We have reached capacity for Sunday the 15th and are now closed to accepting applications.

There are 1spots left for Thursday the 12th.

Due to popular demand, please apply early if you would like to participate.

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What is Kinkarakami?

Kinkarakami is a traditional Japanese decorative wallpaper made by pressing patterns into handmade washi paper layered with tin foil, then finishing it with color and varnish.

This unique technique creates a rich, embossed texture and a subtle metallic shine found nowhere else.

Historically, Kinkarakami has been used in iconic buildings such as the Rokumeikan and the National Diet Building.

Although the technique was once lost, it has been revived and is now carefully preserved as an important cultural heritage of Japan.

In this workshop, you’ll experience part of this rare traditional process firsthand—learning about Kinkarakami while enjoying the joy of creating your own piece.

Instructor

Mai Ebata

Representative of the Kinkarakami Research Institute.

Carrying on the vision of the first-generation master, Hisashi Ueda, she actively organizes events and workshops in Japan and abroad to share the beauty of Kinkarakami with wider audiences.By collaborating with people from various creative fields, she explores ways to bring this traditional art into modern everyday life and continues to communicate its timeless appeal.

Architectural Works Involved in Restoration, Reproduction, and Creation

・Former Iwasaki Residence Garden – Billiard Room(Taito Ward, Tokyo)

・Former Maeda Marquis Residence (Meguro Ward, Tokyo)

・National Diet Building (Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo)

・Chikujo Town Hall(Chikujo town,Fukuoka)

・Former NYK Otaru Branch (Otaru City, Hokkaido)

・Former Nagai Family Residence in Sakamoto-juku (Annaka City, Gunma)

Workshop Experience

Kinkarakami Making Experience

From embossing and varnishing to coloring and a commemorative photo session, you’ll go through the key steps of the Kinkarakami process.

Create a one-of-a-kind piece that is uniquely yours.

Please note: The finished Kinkarakami artwork will be provided as is. Framing is not included.

A short video introducing the day’s process will be available.

Schedule & Venue

Dates & Times

1.Thursday, March 12, 2026 10:00–14:00
capacity and are now closed to accepting applications.) *Updated 2/17 9:00
2.Sunday, March 15, 2026 13:00–17:00
capacity and are now closed to accepting applications.) *Updated 2/17 9:00
If cancellations occur, we will re-open the application process.
Capacity: 12 participants per session
Registration will close once capacity is reached
Includes a break of approximately 30 minutes
Each person may apply for only one session

Venue

L'ATELIER 5 REVES
4-7-1 Kichijoji Kitamachi, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 180−0001

Public Transport
10 minutes by bus from JR Chūō Line Kichijoji Station

14 minutes on foot from JR Chūō Line Mitaka Station

Workshop Fee

Participation fee: ¥10,000 (tax included)

Please complete payment in advance by bank transfer.

For cancellations, refunds will be made after deducting a processing fee.

How to Apply & Contact

Please apply via email, phone, or the application form accessed through the QR code on this page.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.

Workshop Contact Desk
Email: kinkarakamiworkshop@gmail.com
Phone: 0422-56-8237

Registration Form

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