Japanese Bookbinding & Goshuinchō Workshop (Nov 2026)

Japanese Bookbinding & Goshuincho Workshop Saturday, November 7, 2026, 3:00-6:00pm Ages: 18+ Instructor: Mami Takahashi Fee: $60 Explore the beauty and cultural depth of traditional Japanese bookmaking in this hands-on workshop. Participants will learn two classic binding techniques—Yotsume Toji (four-hole binding) and Kikkō Toji (tortoise-shell binding)—methods that have been used for centuries for notebooks, manuscripts, and artist books in Japan. The workshop also features a special introduction to the Goshuinchō, the traditional Japanese temple and shrine stamp book. Used to collect goshuin—beautiful hand-stamped seals received during visits to Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples—these books have deep spiritual roots and have become beloved keepsakes for travelers. Participants will create a simple accordion-style Goshuinchō using Japanese paper. By the end of the workshop, each participant will leave with three handmade books: • A Yotsume Toji book • A Kikkō Toji book • A handmade Goshuinchō (temple stamp book) All materials are provided, and the workshop is beginner-friendly and welcoming to all levels. No experience required. Members receive 15% off art classes! Want to become a member? Visit our website to learn more and register! Contact membership@elmhurstartmuseum.org or call 630-834-0202 for your Member discount code to receive 15% off at checkout. For questions call 630-834-0202 or email education@elmhurstartmuseum.org Refunds will not be accepted within 48 hrs of the start of this program. A $12 administration fee is charged for all refund requests before 48 hrs of the start of this program. No refund, credit, or make-up will be provided for time that a student may miss.