Hot Spring Dyeing Workshop in Beppu

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

1 hour 30 minutes

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What makes this activity special is the use of 'onsen' (hot spring) water direct from Beppu's water sources, in order to create natural colour variations that cannot be found elsewhere. Far more than just about dyeing fabric, the experience offers a chance to discover Beppu’s rich hot spring culture through colour and imagination.

Unlike typical craft workshops, this is deeply connected to the land and traditions of Beppu, making for meaningful memories to take home with you. Whether you're travelling solo, with friends or with family, this activity offers a peaceful and personal way to connect with a truly special aspect of Japanese culture.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Looking for something creative but also 'quintessentially Beppu'? In this fabric-dyeing workshop held in Japan’s most famous hot spring town, you'll use local 'onsen' (hot spring) water to dye fabric, creating a beautiful, one-of-a-kind pattern to take home with you. Through the unique process, you'll witness how one colour becomes transformed into various others via natural chemical reactions caused by the mineral content of Beppu's spring water. Guided by a local instructor, fabric tea towels will be provided, however participants are welcome to bring their own fabric items to dye if they prefer to do so. This is an activity that's simple, relaxing, and suitable for both adults and children.

What‘s Included

Tool kit provided

Fabric (tea towel for dyeing)

Options

Hot Spring Dyeing Workshop in Beppu

Reviews

5.00

4 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Very fun
X6735FQmariannem,,Jul 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a very fun experience I enjoyed it very much and the translations made it soo easy to understand and I love the handkerchiefs I got to take home
I had a lovely time!
Resort27551825646,,Jul 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had a great time learning about dyeing cloths with the onsen water and then getting to experience it myself! The teacher and people were so nice and there was someone to translate which was very helpful. I will definitely go to another event like this again.
Super fun!
554dph,,Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a really fun experience! The staff and sensei are very nice and friendly throughout the entire workshop. I learned a lot about Japanese culture and the Onsen Dyeing art, would 10/10 come again!
Onsen Tie Dye Workshop
beatricelU156XU,,Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
First ever workshop in Beppu!!! The instructor was soooo friendly and the assistant is so pretty and cute hehe 🥹🫶🏻 I think Space Beppu is the first ever place in Japan to invent the onsen tie dye technique!!! Definitely not your usual way of “enjoying” onsen but the experience was definitely 10/10!!! 🌟🫣