{"product_id":"2026-09-12-preparing-eginu-silk-for-paiting","title":"Preparing Eginu Silk for Painting (with English Interpretation) September 12.2026","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u0026lt;Please Note\u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation Change\u003c\/strong\u003e: This workshop will be held at a different venue than usual. Please refer to the access guide below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Simultaneous English interpretation will be provided for this workshop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e＊Special Workshop for TENNOZ ART WEEK 2026＊\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience the Traditional Techniques\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eof the 7th–8th Century Asuka \u0026amp; Nara Periods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Eginu\" is a Japanese term that refers to a silk fabric woven specifically for painting.\u003cbr\u003eIt is made of raw, unrefined silk (Kiginu) woven with threads derived from silkworm cocoons.\u003cbr\u003eCompared to standard silk fabric used for clothing, Eginu is woven with much finer threads. It is thin\u003cbr\u003eand translucent with a fine mesh, yet retains the unique, elegant luster of silk.\u003cbr\u003eWhile Eginu is a beautiful material, preparing it as a painting surface requires time and care.\u003cbr\u003eIn this workshop, you will experience the whole process of preparing Eginu to be ready for painting.\u003cbr\u003eWe hope you will later enjoy creating your own artworks on Eginu based on the knowledge and techniques gained through this workshop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e＜Timetable＞\u003cbr\u003e11:10 - 12:00 Morning Session\u003cbr\u003e12:00 - 14:00 Lunch Break (You are welcome to eat and drink inside the workshop room)\u003cbr\u003e14:00 - 16:00 Afternoon Session\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a one-day workshop that spans both morning and afternoon sessions.\u003cbr\u003eIf you choose to have lunch inside the workshop venue, please refrain from bringing strong-smelling\u003cbr\u003efoods, such as instant cup noodles (bento\/lunch boxes are perfectly fine).\u003cbr\u003eThere are also restaurants and convenience stores nearby (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.co.jp\/maps\/place\/PIGMENT+TOKYO\/@35.6220229,139.7491557,19z\/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x60188a6ba573690b:0x5e7fd92cef218dca!8m2!3d35.6213099!4d139.7495795!16s%2Fg%2F11f03_946f?hl=ja\u0026amp;entry=ttu\u0026amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDUzMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D\" title=\"googlemap\"\u003eneighborhood map\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice : JPY 9,900 (tax included, materials fee included)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* The \"reservation confirmation email\" you receive is your ticket to the workshop.\u003cbr\u003e* There are no necessary things to bring.\u003cbr\u003e* Recommended Age: 10 years old and up (we have participants of all ages).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e＜Map: Access to the Venue＞\u003cbr\u003eThe workshop venue is located just a few minutes' walk from PIGMENT TOKYO.\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that check-in will not take place at our store. Please head directly to the venue.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/5926\/0089\/files\/G1F_Map_en.jpg?v=1784565845\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u0026lt;Bonus\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003eAs a special benefit of participating in the workshop, you can purchase art materials at a 15% discount on the day of the workshop (not applicable to some books and items).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e03e2d;\"\u003e\u0026lt;For Pair\/Group Participants\u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e03e2d;\"\u003e(Please follow the instructions below when purchasing tickets individually)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e03e2d;\"\u003e・Please note that the maximum number of tickets you can select is the number of seats remaining. ( If it shows \"1\" only, it means there is \"1 seat left\").\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e03e2d;\"\u003e・Please \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pigment.tokyo\/en\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact\" style=\"color: #e03e2d; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with your \"name, workshop date, and workshop title,\" and we will try our best to arrange seating for your group, whether face-to-face or side-by-side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e03e2d;\"\u003e* Please select \"Workshop for individual customers\" as your inquiry category.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e03e2d;\"\u003e* There will be no reply from us to this request.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e03e2d;\"\u003e* Please note that you will not be able to select your seat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u0026lt;Ticket Option\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e■ Seat for a parent\/guardian (1 seat): Free\u003cbr\u003eOne additional chair will be prepared for you.\u003cbr\u003e* There is a limit to the ticket available.\u003cbr\u003e* Only one parent\/guardian is allowed to stay per participant.\u003cbr\u003e* Due to system limitations, you are unable to select more than two guests per reservation.\u003cbr\u003e* Materials are not included with this ticket ( however, you are welcome to assist your children during the workshop).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/5926\/0089\/files\/Plus-one-seat.png?v=1741577678\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e＊This article introduces the workshop in more detail.＊\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pigment.tokyo\/en\/blogs\/article\/summer-workshop#:~:text=the%20following%20workshop.-,Preparing%20Eginu%20Silk%20for%20Painting,-Workshop%20Overview%0APreparing\" title=\"Preparing Eginu Silk for Painting\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/5926\/0089\/files\/KV_Summer_Workshop_2026.jpg?v=1782352307\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u0026lt;Waiting List\u0026gt; \u003cbr\u003eWe are sorry but we do not have a waitlist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e＊In addition to workshops for the general public, private workshops are also available based on individual inquiries.＊\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pigment.tokyo\/en\/blogs\/article\/private-workshop-information\" title=\"PRIVATE WORKSHOP INFORMATION\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/5926\/0089\/files\/546478857c81c1970a0e1248fa04e6a3.png?v=1734241222\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e＊WHAT CAFE (3 minutes walk from PIGMENT TOKYO).＊\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cafe.warehouseofart.org\/\" title=\" WHAT CAFE\"\u003ehttps:\/\/cafe.warehouseofart.org\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you are found to be sick or unwell during your visit, we apologize that you may not be able to participate in our workshop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e03e2d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmendments and Cancellations\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can change or cancel your reservation \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #e03e2d;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pigment.tokyo\/en\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact\" style=\"color: #e03e2d; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eby email\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf amendment or cancellation is necessary, we require that you contact us at least 3 days in advance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e03e2d;\"\u003eAny cancellation or reschedule made less than 3 days will result in a cancellation fee (The amount will be 50% of your workshop fee for the two days before, 75% for the day before, and 100% on the workshop day.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYuki Mitsuyanagi\u003cbr\u003eArt Materials Expert at PIGMENT TOKYO\u003cbr\u003eMA in Japanese Painting graduated from Nagoya Art University\u003cbr\u003eWhile he works as an art material expert at PIGMENT, he as well continues her career as an artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"PIGMENT TOKYO Original","offers":[{"title":"General","offer_id":47929102565561,"sku":null,"price":9000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/5926\/0089\/files\/Preparing_Eginu_Silk_Canvases_Workshop_1.jpg?v=1782806227","url":"https:\/\/pigment.tokyo\/en\/products\/2026-09-12-preparing-eginu-silk-for-paiting","provider":"PIGMENT TOKYO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}