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Makie DIY Class

Would you like to design your own Makie?

Makie is a decorative method applied onto lacquer coating.   The exquisiteness of this technique became in full bloom in Kyoto, the cultural and political capital, in the 6th Century.  

The process of "Makie" starts with drawing a pattern with xxx to a pierce of waxy paper.  When this paper is pressed to a lacquer coated surface (such as tray or bowl), you are ready to trace this design with red-colored lacquer on fine brush.  Before this lacquer dries out, gold or silver powder is sprinkled over.  This powder is adhered to the lacquer drawing and get hardened over night.  this process is repeated until desired design is accomplished.

Class Size:  2 - 20 attendants

Time:  about 1.5 - hours  (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.)

Fees:  Small Tray (3,150 Yen),  Broach and Pendant Top (5,250 yen)

Reservation Only:  email us ci@inuishikki.com 

Location:  One block south of the Kyoto Imperial Palace

Transportation:　

Subway： Karasuma-line Marutamachi (No. 7 Exit)

City Bus:  Karasuma Line - 2 minutes walk from Marutamachi Station，       Marutamachi Line - 1 minute walk from Saibansho-mae Station