Experience

Traditional Kumiko Craft Experience

At “Kumikoza - Toyama Craft Lounge”, you can experience the kumiko production process.
Feel the depth of craftsmanship with your own hands.

Enjoy the experience with our staff’s support.
A memorable experience with family.

At Kumikoza, you are always welcome to simply stop by and explore our space.
Whether you are traveling alone in Toyama, considering incorporating kumiko into your project,
or represent a company or architectural firm and would like to discuss your plans with us, please feel free to drop in.

Mini Kumiko - 4 Design Options

No.1
No.2
No.3
No.4
No.1

Mini Kumiko

–　Asanoha　–

Asanoha

This is a reservation-only course where you can create the most popular pattern.It is a familiar design that is often used for baby clothing as it is believed to bestow health and long life.The triangle denotes protection against evil, and Asanoha, an aggregate of triangles, conveys a meaning of strength and beauty.

Price
¥3,000 (person/tax included)
Time span
30 minutes
Capacity
10 persons
Difficulty
Notes
A complimentary drink is included with the experience.
No.2

Mini Kumiko

–　Rindo　–

Rindo

A course that allows you to easily experience the basics of kumiko making. Beginners and children can enjoy it with confidence. “Rindo” is a flower that signals the arrival of autumn. It features a beautiful design in which a star appears to float inside a circle.

Price
¥2,000 (person/tax included)
Time span
30 minutes
Capacity
10 persons
Difficulty
Notes
A complimentary drink is included with the experience.
No.3

Mini Kumiko

–　Mikado　–

Mikado

A course that allows you to easily experience the basics of kumiko making. Beginners and children can enjoy it with confidence. “Mikado” features a continuous kaleidoscope-like pattern.

Price
¥2,000 (person/tax included)
Time span
30 minutes
Capacity
10 persons
Difficulty
Notes
A complimentary drink is included with the experience.
No.4

Mini Kumiko

–　Goma　–

Goma

A step-up course that makes use of kumiko basics. Due to the advanced level of difficulty, this course is available to participants aged 13 and above.Recommended for those who have experienced the basics or want to try something more challenging. “Goma” carries meanings of wishing for health and longevity, inspired by sesame seeds.

Price
¥2,000 (person/tax included)
Time span
30 minutes
Capacity
10 persons
Difficulty
Notes
A complimentary drink is included with the experience.

Original Kumiko - 2 Design Options

No.5
No.6
No.5

Original Kumiko

–　Mini Rindo　–

Mini Rindo

In this course, you’ll create a kumiko that’s 25 mm tall—about one-fourth the size of the 100 mm kumiko made in the Mini Kumiko Course.
This course is recommended for anyone who wants to try their hand at intricate craftsmanship.

Price
¥7,000 (person/tax included)
Time span
60 minutes
Capacity
10 persons
Difficulty
Notes
A complimentary drink is included with the experience.
No.6

Original Kumiko

–　Art Palette　–

Art Palette

Choose freely from over ten parts with different wood colors and patterns and combine them to create your own piece. This is a special workshop available only at Toyama Craft Lounge.You can assemble freely or turn your ideas into form. Use 24 parts freely to complete your own original piece.

Price
¥15,000 (person/tax included)
Time span
60 minutes
Capacity
10 persons
Difficulty
Notes
A complimentary drink is included with the experience.

Experience Flow

  1. Please arrive a few minutes before the start time of the experience.

  2. Introduction to the Experience (Approx. 5 minutes)

  3. Experience (Approx. 30–60 minutes)

If you arrive late, you may not have enough time to complete your piece. Please allow plenty of time for your visit.
The above schedule is an estimate and may vary depending on the day’s circumstances.

Payment Methods

*Payment will be made on-site on the day of the experience.
*We do not accept cash payments.

Accepted Cards & Payment Brands

Before Participating

Items to Bring

・None in particular.

Clothing

・Your clothes or hands may get dirty. Please wear clothing that you do not mind getting dirty.

Important Notes

・The stated duration is an estimate and may vary depending on the content and progress of the experience.

・If the experience is extended at the customer’s request, an additional fee may apply.

・You may experience the activity together with other groups.

・Participation by anyone under the influence of alcohol is strictly prohibited.

・We cannot accept responsibility for accidents or injuries during the experience caused by customer-related reasons.

・We are not responsible for loss or theft of valuables.

Participation Requirements

・Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a guardian. Reservations only need to be made for the participating child, but please indicate that a guardian will accompany them in the “Questions / Requests” field of the reservation form.

・For groups of 21 or more, please contact us.

Cancellation Policy

・No cancellation fee is charged. However, as materials are prepared in advance, please contact us at least 30 minutes before your reservation time if you wish to cancel.

Special Notes / Disclaimer

・If you arrive late, the experience time cannot be extended. Please arrive on time.

・As materials and tools are limited, please inform us as soon as possible if you need to change the number of participants.

・The experience may be canceled due to unavoidable circumstances such as bad weather or equipment issues.

Kumikoza
- Toyama Craft Lounge

CiC Building 1F, 1-2-3 Shintomicho, Toyama-shi, Toyama 930-0002, Japan

Opening Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Experiences by advance reservation only)
Closed: Follows CiC’s business schedule