Japan Quilting & Textile Tour - May 25 - June 3, 2022 Tour Leader: Susan Cleveland - Pieces Be With You
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Japan Quilting & Textile Tour May 25 – June 3, 2022 Tour Leader: Susan Cleveland TAILORED SMALL GROUP JOURNEYS ➢ EXPERT TOUR LEADERS ➢ MAXIMUM 25 IN A GROUP ➢ CAREFULLY PLANNED ITINERARIES
OVERVIEW
Our Japan Quilting & Textile tour is a gateway to the
tradition that lies at the heart of Japan’s fiber-art heritage.
Hands-on workshops introduce you to Shibori at the
Narumi Shibori Museum and to Yuzen painting and
Roketsu dyeing in Kyoto studios. Additional venues include
the Kyoto Museum of Crafts and Design and Nomura
Tailor, a treasure trove of fabrics, notions, and tools.
Travel to Kawaguchi Lake. On this leg of the tour, an en
route stop at the Itchiku Kubota Museum provides a view
of the stunning Kubota Kimono Collection and majestic
Mt. Fuji.
Enjoy shopping trips to several locations in Tokyo, including
the Blue and White Shop, Quilt Party and Nippori Fabric
Town.
Cultural sites round out the tour’s itinerary. Sites include the
Fushimi Inari Shrine with its thousands of orange torri gates
and the Gion District, a Geisha quarter in Kyoto. Plus, feast
in food markets and make your own sushi on this
immersive 10-day journey.
Japan Quilting & Textile
YOUR TOUR LEADER
Tour Known for her enthusiasm and clever
solutions to quilting's tricky tasks, Susan
Cleveland enjoys meeting quilters and
Tour dates: May 25 – June 3, 2022 teaching her techniques internationally. Her
Tour leader: Susan Cleveland quilts have received eight awards at
International Quilt Festivals in Houston and
many other prestigious shows. Her books,
Tour price: $4,650
tools, magazine articles, TV shows, and internet classes have
Single supplement: $1,095
been making quilting’s challenges more manageable for 20
years. Susan’s classes on Bluprint/Craftsy are among the
Booking deposit: $500 per person most popular as they inspire quilters throughout the world.
Quilters love Susan’s Piping Hot Binding technique/tool and
Maximum places: 25 also her patented Prairie Pointer Tool. Don't miss out on an
opportunity to travel and laugh with Susan!
Itinerary: Kyoto (5 nights), Kawaguchi
Lake (1 night), Tokyo (3 nights)
“Imagine the amazing experience of visiting Japan with
Inquiries and Bookings: fellow quilters! Our itinerary has a wonderful variety of
For further information or to book this experiences including some hands-on creating that will
surely connect us with Japanese artists in a special way.
tour, please contact Opulent Quilt
We’ll be in awe of the Japanese landscape and culture
Journeys at 877-235-3767 or as well as the incredible food and lovely
info@opulentquiltjourneys.com accommodations. Between adventures, we’ll talk quilting.
This festival is unique and not to be missed. I’m so excited
for you to join me on this very special adventure!
- Susan K Cleveland of PiecesBeWithYou.com
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
KYOTO
In Kyoto, visitors discover the cultural heart of
Japan. Once the nation’s capital, this city of
1.5 million residents retains and offers a sense
of Old Japan. It is resplendent with temples,
shrines, traditional crafts, and other must-see
points of interest.
TOKYO
Tokyo’s modern face and popular attractions
make it a leading international destination,
drawing 15.2 million visitors in 2019. From
exquisite cuisine and museums to craft markets
and the Imperial Palace East Garden, Tokyo
offers a memorable blend of cultural
experiences.
TEXTILE WORKSHOPS
Hands-on workshops in Yuzen painting and
two dyeing techniques – Shibori and Roketsu
wax resist – connect you with generations of
Japanese craftspeople. As you work with
talented artisans in studio settings, you gain a
deep appreciation for these time-honored
processes.
JAPANESE TEXTILES
Japanese Textiles suggest the luscious silks of
Kimonos and beautiful blues of indigo. There is
so much more. Tokyo Nippori Fabric Town is
street after street of textile bliss. Explore indigo
dyer’s shops in Kyoto. Arimatsu offers Shibori in
every form imaginable. Antique kimonos,
Tenugui Towels, Furoshiki cloths, and Indigo are
just a few things you will be tempted by.
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DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1 Wed May 25 Arrive Kyoto
Welcome to Japan. Meet in the hotel lobby at 9 am to meet
your tour leader for a visit to Japan's largest antiques market.
Wares ranges from tableware and ceramics to vintage film
posters, antique prints of ukiyo-e wood block prints, vintage
second-hand clothing and much more. Then visit the Kyoto
Museum of Crafts and Design (formerly the Kyoto Museum of
Traditional Crafts Fureaikan). Familiarize yourself with the
techniques and history of local handicrafts, and admire exhibits
covering dozens of categories with over 500 samples of
traditional crafts. For those not arriving in time, everyone will
meet in the lobby at 6:30pm to get acquainted and enjoy a
welcome dinner. (The arrival transfer from Kansai or Osaka
International Airport to the hotel is included.) (D)
Day 2 Thu May 26 Kyoto
This morning visit Yoshiko Jinzenji’s studio in the Mount Hiei region
north of Kyoto. Yoshiko Jinzenji is one of the foremost quilt artists
in the world. In the studio view a variety of her finished quilts,
homeware pieces, and yardage with her printed designs. Later,
participate in a Roketsu dyeing workshop using a traditional
wax-resist dyeing method. Yamamoto Roketsu is a family
operated workshop continuing this traditional Kyoto textile
dyeing technique. Then visit the spectacular Kinkakuji Temple,
known as the Golden Pavilion. The temple's stunning gold leaf
coating makes it one of Japan's must-see structures. (B)
Day 3 Fri May 27 Kyoto
This morning visit the intriguing Fushimi Inari Shrine. The magical,
seemingly unending path of over 5,000 vibrant orange torii gates
that wind through the hills behind Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
makes it one of the most popular shrines in Japan. Then visit the
Little Indigo Museum owned by renowned Indigo Dyeing artist
Hiroyuki Shindo. Next stop is Japan’s most famous rock garden,
and a UNESCO World Heritage site Ryoanji Temple. The garden
consists of a rectangular plot of pebbles surrounded by low
earthen walls, with 15 rocks laid out in small groups on patches
of moss. Next visit the iconic Nomura Tailor, filled with three floors
of everything for last-minute fabric shopping. End the day with
a walk through Kyoto’s best known Geisha quarter – Gion
District. (B)
Day 4 Sat May 28 Kyoto-Arimatsu-Kyoto
Following breakfast, travel by Bullet Train to Arimatsu, the center
of Shibori dyeing dating back to the early 17th century. Visit the
Narumi Shibori Museum and participate in a Shibori-dyeing
workshop. Enjoy the opportunity to explore the town before
returning to Kyoto. (B)
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Day 5 Sun May 29 Kyoto
After breakfast, depart the hotel to visit Nishijin Textile Center to
learn more about kimonos and Nishijin’s textile tradition.
Afterward, create your own masterpiece in the Yuzen painting
workshop. Later visit Kiyomizu-dera, one of the most famous and
celebrated temples in Kyoto. Explore the well-preserved
historical district and pick up some souvenirs at Kiyomizu-Zaka
Street. (B)
Day 6 Mon May 30 Kyoto-Odawara-Kawaguchi Lake
Today travel to Kawaguchi Lake. En route, we visit the beautiful
Itchiku Kubota Museum to see the stunning Kubota Kimono
Collection. This museum contains the works of the textile artist
Itchiku Kubota who revived the traditional fabric dyeing
technique of Tsujigahana. This evening we enjoy the view of Mt.
Fuji from your onsen hotel. (B, D)
Day 7 Tue May 31 Kawaguchi Lake-Tokyo
Today bid farewell to Kawaguchi Lake and travel to Tokyo. En
route, visit Fujisan World Heritage Centre. Also stop at Akie
Ginza’s remarkable Sashiko Museum in the small village of
Hinohara. Housed in a 200-year-old house, which is filled with her
sashiko work, apparel, wall hangings, handbags, jewelry, home
décor and more. Arrive in Tokyo for overnight. (B)
Day 8 Wed June 1 Tokyo
After breakfast take a stroll through the beautiful Imperial
Palace East Garden. Next wander through the busy Asakusa
district and visit the Senso-ji Temple. Then we attend a Japanese
cooking class to enjoy a Sushi making experience and lunch.
We also make a stop at Amy Katoh’s home and her special shop
- Blue and White, which houses artisan ceramics, designer
clothing, traditional textiles, fun jewelry, collectibles, and gifts.
(B, L)
Day 9 Thu June 2 Tokyo
After breakfast, visit the historic Nippori Fabric Town, home to
nearly 100 shops that carry all sorts of fabric and notions. Then
enjoy a leisure stroll in Omotesando area. The main street,
Omotesando dori, is often compared to the Champs-Elysees in
Paris. Visit Meiji Jingu Inner Garden, a secret garden within the
Meiji Shrine complex. The highlight of the garden is the iris
garden, which is in full bloom from late May through late June.
Then visit Quilt Party, owned by the world-famous quilter Yoko
Saito, specializing in quilting, fabric, and patchwork materials
needed for any craft project. This evening enjoy the farewell
dinner at a local restaurant. (B, D)
Day 10 Fri June 3 Depart Tokyo
Our tour ends after breakfast. Limousine bus takes you to the
airport for your onward flight. (B)
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Price per person (Land Tour):
The tour price is $4,650 per person, twin share (land content
only). The supplement for a twin or double room for sole use is
$1,095 per person. A deposit of $500 per person is required to
secure a place on the tour.
Inclusions:
• Arrival & departure transfers
• Transportation in Japan including trains and chartered
coaches
• 9 nights twin-share accommodation at well-appointed
hotels with breakfast daily
• Meals, workshops, and entrance fees as stated in the
itinerary
• An English-speaking guide throughout the trip in Japan
Exclusions:
• International airfares to Japan
• Travel insurance
• Porterage at hotels & personal expenses
• Gratuities and anything not mentioned
Fitness to participate: In order to get the most from your travels
and keep up with the group, a reasonable level of fitness is
required. You will need to be able to walk for a few hours at a
gentle pace; use combined shower/bath facilities (it is
impossible to guarantee walk-in shower facilities); undertake
walking tours of 1-2 hours duration, including using stairs, walking
over cobblestones and other uneven surfaces; stand for long
periods in museums and other sites; embark/disembark
coaches, trains, and other methods of transportation without
assistance; handle your own luggage.
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TOUR NAME: Japan Quilting & Textile Tour
TOUR DATE: May 25 - June 3, 2022
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