[Additional Recruitment / New Daytime Class] Tsumami Zaiku Class Online Session 1 - Student Recruitment (Starting January 2026)

## ━━━━◥◣January 2026 Online Classes Start◢◤━━━━━━

*Applications are scheduled to open at 8:00 PM on November 11.

Applications opened on November 1, and the classes filled up within 24 hours.

## Therefore, we have decided to add new classes: the daytime class (Class B), which was requested, and the evening class (Class C), which will be held on a different week.

Also, due to some changes from the first application period, a spot has opened up in Class A, so we will be accepting additional applications for that as well.

This is our first online class.
We hope to make it an enjoyable class with all of you, and we look forward to your participation.

【Online 1st Term Class A】*Additional recruitment for 4 people only*
Schedule
Tuesdays (once every 4 weeks)
January 13, Tuesday, 1st Session
February 10, Tuesday, 2nd Session
March 10, Tuesday, 3rd Session
April 7, Tuesday, 4th Session
May 12, Tuesday, 5th Session
June 9, Tuesday, 6th Session

Time
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

【Online 1st Term Class B】【New Recruitment Slot】
Schedule
Tuesdays (once every 4 weeks)
January 13, Tuesday, 1st Session
February 10, Tuesday, 2nd Session
March 10, Tuesday, 3rd Session
April 7, Tuesday, 4th Session
May 12, Tuesday, 5th Session
June 9, Tuesday, 6th Session

Time
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

【Online 1st Term Class C】【New Recruitment Slot】
Schedule
Tuesdays (once every 4 weeks)
January 20, Tuesday, 1st Session
February 17, Tuesday, 2nd Session
March 17, Tuesday, 3rd Session
April 14, Tuesday, 4th Session
May 19, Tuesday, 5th Session
June 16, Tuesday, 6th Session

Time
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

◤　Why online classes now?　◢

Some people may find it difficult to continue attending in-person classes due to time constraints, distance, or personal reasons.

While online classes have the disadvantage of not allowing physical communication, such as community among students and direct feedback from me,
they also offer advantages like being able to watch the instructor's hands at all times and being able to view archived lectures later.

More than anything, my wish is for you to continue for a long time, and for Tsumami Zaiku to become a lifelong friend to you.
I would be happy if online classes could be one option for you.

Hidehisa Kitai, Representative of Kyoto Oharibako / Tsumami Zaiku Class Instructor

The popular classes are now available online, maintaining the atmosphere of the classroom.

Oharibako's authentic Tsumami Zaiku course, which has been studied by over 300 people,
is finally opening online.
This new format allows you to learn the traditional technique of glue-pinching using habutae silk,
while closely observing the craftsman's hands.

## ▼Features of Online Classes

•The classroom experience, as if you were there
With a two-screen broadcast, you can check the instructor's fingertips and whiteboard explanations in real time.
You can learn as if you were in the classroom.

•Available from anywhere in Japan (Tuesdays 7:30 PM -)
With a pace of once a month and archives available (viewable for 1.5 years), even busy individuals can continue without difficulty.

•Materials included and reasonable price
All necessary fabrics and metal fittings are included in the set.
Tools can be purchased from our online shop.

•Step-by-step progression
By progressing through beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, you can systematically learn everything from the basics to creating classical works.

•Freedom to learn without qualifications or restrictions
This course does not have a certification system.
You are free to work as an instructor or artist, regardless of whether you take the course or not.

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## Beginner Course (6 sessions in total)

This course aims to teach the correct use of tweezers and finger dexterity to "beautifully finish a single flower."
You will learn the basics of maru-tsumami (round pinching), ken-tsumami (pointed pinching), niju-tsumami (double pinching), and sagari (dangling parts),
and finally, you will create a bouquet clip by choosing your own color scheme.

## Start: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 / Once every 4 weeks / 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Course Fee: 39,600 yen (tax included, materials included)

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## Instructor Profile

Hidemasa Kitai
Representative of "Oharibako" in Kyoto. He has instructed over 10,000 people in workshops,
and taught habutae tsumami zaiku to over 300 students.
He is engaged in research and preservation of traditional techniques, such as the restoration of kusudama (ornamental balls) from the Meiji period.
He is the master craftsman of a workshop that procures all fabrics, dyes, and threads in Kyoto, and handles everything from production to sales.

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## 【Course Schedule (Beginner Class)】

## Dates: Tuesdays 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM 6 sessions in total, held once every 4 weeks

## 1st Session: January 13 (Tuesday) Basic glue application and maru-tsumami/ken-tsumami 2nd Session: February 10 (Tuesday) Basic trimming and how to make multi-petal flowers

## 3rd Session: March 10 (Tuesday) Basic niju-tsumami

## 4th Session: April 7 (Tuesday) Bouquet clip ① (3 round-petal flowers) 5th Session: May 12 (Tuesday) Bouquet clip ② (3 pointed-petal flowers) 6th Session: June 9 (Tuesday) Bouquet clip ③ (how to make danglers/bond-pinching)

Colors for sessions 1-3 are subject to change.
For sessions 4-6, you can freely choose the colors for the bouquet clip.

## *Archive viewing available (for 1.5 years from the lecture date) *If you miss a session, you can make up for it by watching the archive.

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Q.
Is it okay for beginners?

A.
Yes, it's perfectly fine even if you're a complete beginner.

We will gently guide you from how to hold tweezers and handle glue.

Since it's a small class, you can ask questions on the spot if you don't understand something.

Q.
Can I attend without showing my face?

A.
Yes. You can participate with your camera off or using a nickname.

We only ask that you set up a camera for your hands
so that the instructor can see your work and provide advice.

Q.
What equipment do I need?

A. You will need a smartphone or PC to watch the online course.

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For those who want to take the course seriously, we recommend the following:
Recommended learning environment: A PC or tablet that can clearly display the streamed video, and a smartphone or web camera with a stand to capture your hands from above.
We recommend two devices.

① Screen for students to see the instructor's hands: PC or tablet
② Camera for the instructor to see the students' hands: Smartphone or web camera with a stand

If you show your hands during the class while pinching, we will guide you on the spot, explaining "why it turns out that way" and "how to do it more smoothly."

Please inquire about recommended smartphone stands and
web
cameras.

Q.
What tools do I need?

A.
Please prepare the following tools yourself (all materials such as fabric and metal fittings are included in the course).

•
Tweezers

•
Glue board

•Craft scissors for handicrafts
(not stationery scissors)

•Awl

•
Bond

•
Clothespins

•
Masking tape

The three items: tweezers, glue board, and craft scissors (for handicrafts), can also be
purchased from the Oharibako online shop.

Q.
How long can I view the archives (recordings)?

A.
Each session's video will be recorded and
can be viewed at any time for
1
and a half
years
from the lecture date.

Even if you have scheduling conflicts, you can review the material as many times as you like later.

Q.
When will the materials arrive?

A.
They will be shipped
1
to
2
weeks
before the start of the course.

Upon arrival, please check the contents according to the checklist inside the box.

Q.
What happens if I miss a session?

A.
You can catch up with the archived recordings.

Also, if there is a vacancy in the same session of another class, you can
transfer your attendance
to that session.

Q. I'm worried about operating Zoom
...

A.
We will hold a "guidance session (free)" before the start of the course.

We will conduct connection checks and video tests together, so even beginners can feel at ease.

Q.
Are there "certified instructor systems" or "qualification systems" like in other classes?

A.
This course deliberately does not have a qualification or certification system.

Tsumami Zaiku is a "free craft" where the perfection and expression of the work vary from person to person.

The goal is for each individual to "be able to create beautiful flowers with their own hands."

We also value an environment where those who wish to pursue instructor or artist activities can freely work without being bound by "the presence or absence of certification."

The appeal of "Oharibako Online Classes" is that you can expand the learned techniques in your own style.

Q.
I'm already learning at another class, is that okay?

A.
Absolutely no problem.

This class has no affiliation with other Tsumami Zaiku class organizations or instructors, so you can participate without worrying about constraints.

Furthermore, this course emphasizes "traditional and authentic techniques" using glue and habutae silk.

Whether you want to reconfirm the basics or learn the techniques of another school, please feel free to participate as an opportunity to deepen your own style.

How to enroll

1)
Application

After completing your application on the Rakuten page, an automatic confirmation email will be sent, followed by a manual confirmation email.

2)
Shipment of teaching materials kit and
LINE
group invitation

The material kit will be shipped approximately
2
weeks
before the course starts.

Upon arrival, you will be invited to a dedicated
LINE
group
for the course.

All communication and announcements with the instructor and other students will be done via
LINE
.

3)
Guidance Session (Free)

A guidance session using
Zoom
will be held before the course starts.

We will greet each other and check your communication environment to alleviate any concerns before the main course.

4)
Day of the event: Online course starts!

Entry confirmation
10
minutes before the start time. The instructor will check the hand cameras, and once everyone is ready, the course will begin.

5)
Archive distribution (from the next day onwards)

After the course ends, the archive
URL
will be shared in the
LINE
group from the next day onwards.

The recording can be viewed for
1
and a half
years from the course date
. This is convenient for review or if you miss a session.

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Apply here
Google Form
https://forms.gle/ecaGa69E6uxxMDzU8

We look forward to your applications!

Application form to be released at 8 PM on November 1, 2025