Saori Tokyo

A free-style hand weaving with roots in Osaka, saori is a beginner-friendly method in which mistakes can be turned into unique design elements. Saori Tokyo in Sendagaya offers classes in this flexible approach to weaving, letting you create your very own scarf or tablecloth in only two hours. Prices are reasonable too, with participation set at ¥1,500 plus the material cost. While the staff speak only a little English, they will teach you the techniques one by one while showing you exactly how to navigate the weaving process. Cloth woven with the saori method using natural materials such as cotton or wool is soft to the touch, making for a souvenir that you’ll actually use, instead of just stowing away somewhere.