We are now accepting applications for the "Autumn Ars Shimura Course" which will start in October 2026.

< Overview of the 2026 Ars Shimura Course Fall Term
Students will spend six months dyeing kimono (bolts of fabric) using seasonal plants. There will also be special lectures on ideology and culture, and extracurricular activities in Kyoto.

Course period: October 2026 to March 2027 (maximum 40 days)
Number of applicants: Approximately 5 people

For details on the Ars Shimura course, click here

<About application>
Before you apply for a course, we will hold a pre-course briefing session where the instructor will directly explain the course content and objectives in detail. Please attend the pre-course briefing session first. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us by phone or email.
*Please note that applications for this course are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

For details and to apply for the pre-briefing session, please click here

*The 2026 Spring Course (April to September 2026) is now fully booked.