Upcoming dates
Below you can see the workshops scheduled for the coming weeks:
November 23, 2026
Gift wrapping and bag knotting
Workshops
Learn to knot with furoshiki cloth
Photo: © Toroczkai Csaba
Past workshopok
Past workshops
| Date | Event | Workshop | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 23, 2026 | Festival of Professions | Bag knotting | Buda castle, Japan pavilon next to Matthias Church |
| August 27, 2026 | Aurélie's workshop | Gift wrapping and bag knotting | French Institute, Budapest |
| August 30, 2026 | Kyoso Festival | Gift wrapping and bag knotting | Veszprém, Dubniczay palace |
| October 27, 2026 | Furoshiki Japanese wrapping, making | Gift wrapping and bag knotting | Adaptér Újbuda |
Dates and locations may change. Please check our website regularly for the latest information. The minimum recommended number of participants is 5, while maximum is 15. We recommend our adult workshops above age 12.
Our workshop offerings
Our club offers various workshops from beginner to advanced level. We provide all necessary tools and materials at every workshop.
Gift wrapping
The first half of the workshop is an introduction to the world of furoshiki. Participants will learn what furoshiki is, what it can be used for, what types of materials are available, which patterns are favored in Japan, and many other useful and interesting facts. In the practical part that follows, participants will master the most beautiful and essential gift-wrapping techniques, so that next time they can wrap gifts in an environmentally friendly way at home as well.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Ideal number of attendees: 10 persons
Bag knotting
The first half of the workshop is an introduction to the world of furoshiki. Participants will learn what furoshiki is, what it is used for, the different types of fabrics available, the patterns favored by the Japanese, and many other useful insights. In the practical session that follows, participants will learn a variety of practical Japanese knot-wrapping techniques for creating bags from furoshiki cloths. We will cover shopping bags, shoulder bags, and even belt bags.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Ideal number of attendees: 10 persons
Gift wrapping and bag knotting
A combination of the two core workshop formats. After the introductory presentation, the first half of the hands-on session focuses on creating practical furoshiki bags, while the second half is dedicated to gift-wrapping techniques. Participants will learn how to transform a furoshiki cloth into stylish and functional bags, and then master elegant and sustainable Japanese gift-wrapping methods.
Duration: 1.5-2 hours
Ideal number of attendees: 10 persons
floWeRAP gift wrapping with flowers
This workshop is specially recommended for those who are particularly interested in floral furoshiki techniques. Participants will learn how to transform the top of a wrapped gift into a beautiful decorative flower, whether it be a rose, dahlia, hibiscus, or hydrangea. These elegant wrapping methods add a unique Japanese touch to any gift, turning the packaging itself into a work of art.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Ideal number of attendees: 10 persons
Children's workshop
This workshop is recommended for children between the ages of 8 and 12. Participants will be introduced to the world of Japanese wrapping cloths and discover fun, practical furoshiki techniques designed especially for children. They will learn creative and useful ideas that they can easily take home and use in their everyday lives.
Duration: 45 minutes
Ideal number of attendees: 10 persons
Furoshiki in everyday life
This workshop is recommended for those who would like to learn a variety of practical furoshiki techniques and creative ways to decorate their homes. Participants will discover how a simple wrapping cloth can be transformed into useful and decorative household items. The workshop includes projects such as making an umbrella holder, creating a cushion cover, and even crafting decorative covers for flower pots. These versatile techniques demonstrate the beauty, functionality, and sustainability of furoshiki in everyday life.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Ideal number of attendees: 10 persons
Instructor training
This instructor training program is recommended for those who have previously participated in one of our workshops and would like to help spread environmentally friendly furoshiki techniques themselves. Following a thorough introduction to the theoretical background of furoshiki, participants will receive practical training in gift wrapping, including the signature floWeRAP floral wrapping techniques, as well as furoshiki bag-making methods. The program also covers the fundamentals of planning and leading workshops, equipping participants with the knowledge and confidence to share these sustainable Japanese traditions with others.
Duration: 2x6 hours
Ideal number of attendees: 10 persons
Bojagi
This is our newest workshop format, introducing participants to bojagi, the Korean counterpart of Japanese furoshiki. The workshop is recommended for those who have already attended a furoshiki workshop and would like to explore the similarities and differences between Japanese and Korean cloth-wrapping traditions. Participants will learn the fundamental bojagi techniques and discover the unique aesthetic, cultural background, and practical applications that distinguish Korean wrapping methods from their Japanese counterparts.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Ideal number of attendees: 10 persons
Registration
You can sign up for our workshops by filling out the Google Form below. We will confirm your registration via email.
Workshops on request
We are happy to provide workshops at events. The requirements are as follows:
Equipment required:
- clean tables (preferably 1 m² for each participant and 2 m² for the instructor), or a clean mat/carpeted area if we need to work on the floor;
- one chair per participant, or a clean mat/carpeted area where participants can sit;
- optionally, a projector and screen so that we can illustrate the theoretical part more effectively.
Prices:
The price of a 1.5–2-hour furoshiki workshop, regardless of the workshop type, is HUF 50,000 gross per occasion plus the instructor(s)’ travel expenses, provided that selling cloths after the workshop is permitted. If sales are not permitted, the price will be agreed separately.
The price of our 45-minute children’s furoshiki workshop is HUF 30,000 gross per occasion plus the instructor(s)’ travel expenses. We do not sell cloths after children’s workshops.
Additional information:
We can issue VAT-exempt invoices for the workshops.
We can also provide an offer that includes a cloth for each participant to take home. Depending on the size and type of cloth, this may add HUF 4,000–20,000 per person.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions or individual requests!