The Zen of Soil – Meditative Mud Ball Workshop in Kyoto

Mitani Sakanten
A mindful hands-on experience with a real plaster craftsman in Kyoto’s hidden town, Nagaokakyo.
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About this Workshop

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Duration 2~3 hours
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Experience

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About the Experience

Step into the peaceful world of Japanese plastering and create your very own shining mud ball (dorodango) — a beautiful, hand-polished sphere made entirely of soil.
Under the guidance of master plasterer Ryo Mitani, you’ll learn how to transform ordinary earth into a gleaming work of art.

This meditative process — shaping, drying, and polishing — connects you deeply with nature and your inner calm.
The final result? A glowing mud ball that reflects your patience, touch, and spirit.

What You’ll Experience

  • Learn the traditional Japanese plastering technique from a professional craftsman

  • Feel the soothing texture of natural soil and enjoy a mindful, relaxing moment

  • Polish your mud ball until it shines like glass

  • Take home your finished “shining mud ball” as a symbol of your experience

  • Enjoy stories about Kyoto plaster culture and craftsmanship shared by the artisan

Includes

✔︎ Guide & Lecture
✔︎ Experience fees
✔︎ Take home your woven fabric
✖︎ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✖︎ Interpreter fee

Not suitable for
  • Under 6 years old
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    Important Information
  • Please be advised that an interpreter is required for this experience.
  • Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty.
  • Whenever possible, please wear comfortable clothing.
  • Additional fees (difference in selected items and shipping charges) must be paid locally.
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    This is not a typical “souvenir” workshop — it’s a rare opportunity to meet a real Kyoto craftsman and feel the spirit of Japanese soil culture.
    A slow, mindful, and deeply authentic experience that will stay with you long after your trip.

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