{"id":5549,"date":"2026-10-05T15:56:22","date_gmt":"2026-10-05T06:56:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/organic-matcha-cafe-nagomi-_copied\/"},"modified":"2026-10-05T18:17:21","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T09:17:21","slug":"iga-kumihimo-kumisho-no-sato","status":"publish","type":"spot","link":"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/iga-kumihimo-kumisho-no-sato\/","title":{"rendered":"Iga Traditional Heritage Center"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/DSC03869-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6765\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located in the center of Iga City, Mie Prefecture, Iga Traditional Heritage Center is a cultural center dedicated to displaying and demonstrating Iga Kumihimo, a traditional craft recognized by the Japanese government. Long prized for making obi cord ties for traditional kimono, Iga Kumihimo is known for the rich texture created when beautifully dyed silk threads interweave. Inside the building, visitors can view historical materials and watch master artisans at work, making this a popular destination for learning about the traditional heritage of Iga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\"><\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/iga-kumihimo-kumisho-no-sato\/#Features\" >Features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/iga-kumihimo-kumisho-no-sato\/#Recommended_Ways_to_Spend_Time_and_Enjoy\" >Recommended Ways to Spend Time and Enjoy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/iga-kumihimo-kumisho-no-sato\/#Basic_Information\" >Basic Information<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/iga-kumihimo-kumisho-no-sato\/#Access\" >Access<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"42215\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Features\"><\/span>Features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/DSC03849-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The biggest attraction here is the chance to admire a wide collection of vibrant, intricate Iga Kumihimo up close. The facility displays classic braiding stands like marudai circular stands and takadai flat stands, letting you see how complex threads intertwine into gorgeous cords while taking in the precise handwork of skilled craftspeople. After gaining global attention through a famous anime film, the center has drawn growing interest from younger generations and international visitors who appreciate the timeless beauty of this traditional craft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"recommended-ways-to-spend-time-and-enjoy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recommended_Ways_to_Spend_Time_and_Enjoy\"><\/span>Recommended Ways to Spend Time and Enjoy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/DSC03789-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are exploring the castle town of Iga Ueno, start your visit by joining the popular braided cord workshop. Using dedicated marudai stands and colorful silk threads, beginners can craft their own custom keychain or bracelet. Staff members guide you through the braiding steps, making it an engaging activity for both kids and adults. Taking home a colorful cord you braided yourself makes for a unique travel keepsake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the workshop, browse the gift shop for souvenirs. Alongside classic obi cords, the shop carries modern accessories like neckties, phone straps, and hair ornaments that work great for everyday use or gifts. Because top regional spots like Iga Ueno Castle and the Ninja Museum of Igaryu are right nearby, pairing a visit here with castle town walks and ninja experiences is a smart way to build a full Iga itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"basic-information\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Basic_Information\"><\/span>Basic Information<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code><strong>\u30fbSpot Name:<\/strong> Iga Kumihimo no Sato\n<strong>\u30fbBusiness Hours: <\/strong>9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Workshop registration closes at 4:00 PM)\u00a0\n<strong>\u30fbClosed: <\/strong>Mondays (Open if Monday is a national holiday), New Year holiday period (December 29 to January 3)\n<strong>\u30fbPrice: <\/strong>Free entry (Workshop fees charged separately, keychains starting around 1,500 yen)\n<strong>\u30fbParking:<\/strong> Available<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"access\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Access\"><\/span>Access<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3277.4231503527676!2d136.12767047473386!3d34.770121272895125!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x600150cb82648d6f%3A0xbf44b18aef055d4e!2sIga%20Kumihimo%20Kumi%20no%20Sato%20(Iga%20Dento%20Densho%20Kan)!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sjp!4v1791184761787!5m2!1sen!2sjp\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Address:<\/strong> 116-2 Ueno Marunouchi, Iga City, Mie Prefecture<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Transportation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Public Transit<\/strong>: About a 6 minute walk from Uenoshi Station on the Iga Railway<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Car<\/strong>: About an 8 minute drive from Ueno-Higashi IC on the Meihan Expressway<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Located in the center of Iga City, Mie Prefecture, Iga Traditional Heritage Center is a cultural center dedicated to displaying and demonstrating Iga Kumihimo, a traditional craft recognized by the Japanese government. 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