Activities

Japan is home to a large number of traditional crafts that use techniques that have been handed down for decades, even centuries.One of these is straw crafts.Straw crafts were made to earn cash income during the winter when farm work was not possible.

The techniques of making full use of rice as a material and adding color to everyday life have been passed down from generation to generation.

In addition to folk tools (straw straw raincoats, umbrellas, and straw shoes), Shinjo City's straw crafts also include insect cages, vases, egg containers, and more. In order to make it easier for people to experience straw crafts up close, we have prepared a kit that can be made in one hour.