千錦舎Our practice
We interpret the living practices of temples, shrines and local communities, then open them through light, seasonality and handwork. From gatherings developed with the Kurodani community to firefly-inspired installations and encounters with artisans, we create experiences shaped around the people they are intended for.
Current project
MAY 2027
At Konkai Kōmyō-ji, the head temple in Kurodani with 850 years of history, light installations and student works will be presented. Conceived primarily for people who live, work, study in or otherwise share a connection with Kurodani, the gathering brings the community’s wishes and the temple together through art, with the ambition of becoming a tradition for the next thousand years.
For people who live, work or study in Kurodani, and others engaged in the life of the local community.
Kyoto T-plaza
Enjoy Kyoto and discover its stories
Operated by Senkinsha, Kyoto T-plaza works with temples, artisans and local businesses to plan and sell bookable cultural experiences designed primarily for individuals, families and small private groups. Each programme offers time to encounter Kyoto’s history, craftsmanship and people at a thoughtful pace.
Cultural experiences for individuals and small groups
Visit the Kyoto T-plaza website
At a temple in Kyoto, discover the meaning, beauty and spirit embodied in Japanese writing. Guided by calligraphy and seal-carving artisans, you will practise with a brush, carve a stone seal and complete a calligraphic work of your own.
Visit an artisan’s workshop to encounter Kyoto’s culture of dyeing at its source. After learning about Kyo-yuzen, you will use kata-yuzen stencil-dyeing techniques to make a tote bag that carries the memory of your visit.
Tatami has long shaped Japanese spaces, bodily awareness and spiritual life. With a tatami artisan, make a miniature mat and experience meditation and traditional games—an invitation to understand Japanese culture through the body.
Mochi is closely connected with prayer, celebration and community in Japan. Guided by a long-established mochi maker with 150 years of history, visit a shrine, take part in mochi pounding and enjoy the freshly made mochi with toppings of your choice.
※ Available from November through May for food safety reasons
A cultural experience shaped around you
Drawing on our network of artisans, temples, shrines and local partners, we also design bespoke experiences around your interests, group size, budget and preferred schedule.
Enquire about a cultural experienceWith the Kurodani community
Scenes from our work
