Asakusa Weaving Experience 'Orinami' Enhances Group Reception System for School Trips and Educational Outings

Orinami, operated by Sangyo Co., Ltd. (Taito City, Tokyo), has enhanced its group reception system for school trips and educational outings, and has begun offering special programs for schools and travel agencies.

In recent years, there has been growing interest in experiential programs that allow students to engage with local culture and traditional crafts during school trips and educational outings. In response to the increasing demand for hands-on learning experiences, our facility has expanded its capacity to accommodate educational travel groups.

Creating Lasting Travel Memories

At Orinami, participants can experience crafting a one-of-a-kind amulet using threads blessed at a local shrine. By selecting their own threads and weaving fabric by hand, which is then made into an amulet pouch, visitors can experience the joy of creation and connect with Japan’s amulet culture.

Learning About the History of Cotton in Japan

The Asakusa store opened in June 2024, followed by the Asakusa-Koenmae store in June 2025. To date, approximately 30,000 people have experienced the workshop, including around 10,000 international tourists. It has become a popular cultural tourism activity in Asakusa, allowing visitors to experience traditional Japanese culture firsthand. Additionally, about 100 students have participated through school trips and educational outings.

Just a 5-Minute Walk from Sensoji Temple: Tentsukujinja, Japan’s Only Cotton Deity Shrine

Special Programs for School Trips and Educational Outings

Amulet Weaving Experience Course (Japanese Course, with Weaving) Participants choose five colors of thread and weave fabric using a handloom to create their own amulet. This hands-on course allows students to engage deeply with traditional craftsmanship.

Regular Price: 4,400 JPY (tax included) Special Group Price: 3,960 JPY (tax included) Duration: Approximately 60 minutes

Choose five threads and weave fabric that will become your amulet pouch

Amulet Crafting Experience Course (Japanese Course, without Weaving) Participants combine their favorite colors and design elements to create a custom amulet. This course is ideal for groups with limited time. Price: 1,650 JPY (tax included) Duration: Approximately 20 minutes

An easy, customizable experience by combining parts

※ These special programs and discounted rates are exclusively for school trips and educational outings organized by schools, educational institutions, or travel agencies. General student groups, clubs, corporate groups, and other non-educational organizations are not eligible.

Capacity for Up to 24 Participants Simultaneously With two locations—Asakusa Store (up to 10 participants) and Asakusa-Koenmae Store (up to 14 participants)—we can accommodate up to 24 participants per session. For groups of 25 or more, we offer staggered time slots with rotating sessions.

Convenient Location Within 5 Minutes’ Walk from Sensoji Temple Both stores are located within a 5-minute walk from Sensoji Temple, making them easy to include in school trip itineraries. Additionally, Hanakawado Park in front of the Asakusa-Koenmae Store can be used as a gathering point for groups, providing a convenient space for teachers and tour guides.

Direct Booking with Invoice Support For direct reservations made by schools or travel agencies, we can issue invoices and receipts compliant with Japan’s invoice system. Please note that for bookings made through the travel reservation site “Jalan,” payment is processed by Jalan, so we cannot issue receipts directly.

About Orinami Orinami is a hands-on cultural experience facility where beginners of all ages, from elementary school students to adults, can easily enjoy traditional Japanese weaving. Domestic and international tourists visit to create their own unique amulets. Through craft experiences, we provide opportunities to engage with Japanese culture and serve as an educational venue for school trips and field studies.

【Store Information】

Asakusa-Koenmae Store (Japanese Language Course) A store offering amulet-making experiences in Japanese

Maximum Capacity: 14 participants

2-9-1 Hanakawado, Taito City, Tokyo, Second Arai Building, 2F

070-9310-8411

※ Elevator available

Asakusa Store (Foreign Language Course) A store offering amulet-making experiences in English and Chinese

Maximum Capacity: 14 participants

2-8-4 Hanakawado, Taito City, Tokyo, Ichihara Shoten Building, 2F

070-9269-3517

※ No elevator

We accept group reservations and media inquiries from schools and travel agencies.

Asakusa-Koenmae Store: Max 14 participants / Asakusa Store: Max 10 participants

Contact

Orinami Asakusa-Koenmae Store

070-9310-8411

Contact: Mr. Kudo

Company Overview

Company Name: Sangyo Co., Ltd.

Representative: CEO Atsunori Ishida

Head Office: 12-3 Mikawa-cho, Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture 443-0042

Business Activities: Weaving experience brand “Orinami,” manufacturing and sales of baby bedding brand “hugmamu,” etc.

Established: September 1962

Instagram: @orinami_asakusa

https://www.instagram.com/orinami_asakusa/