[Online Workshop] Let's make karusan trousers from rescued fabric (Jan 17, 24, 31, Feb 7)

Online, straight-cut wide-leg pants "HakamaLet's make
(2026.10/1,8,15）

( Recruitment opens 8/1! Application deadline: closes 9/24)

This workshop is designed for the following audience.

This online workshop,This is not a course intended for people who are sewing for the very first time.

・ Have experience making clothes using sewing pattern books and through self-taught, independent trial-and-error methods.
Even when you follow the pattern exactly, there are times when the finished piece doesn't turn out well, and you can't figure out why that's happening

If this applies to you,Crafted with a thorough understanding of the fabric, structure, and tailoring processThis is a workshop intended for that purpose.Join us online from the comfort of your home to craft a perfectly custom-fitted Hakama made to match your exact measurements. You can participate using whichever sewing method you prefer, whether hand-sewing or using a sewing machine.

Hakama are trousers constructed entirely from straight-cut fabric pieces. With a wide silhouette, they are very comfortable to wear and feature a versatile, easy-to-style design.

This can also be made in a straight-cut design by removing the gusset at the hem.

A crotch gusset is incorporated into this straight-cut design to provide a wider range of motion.

Enjoy creating zero-waste bottoms using traditional Japanese sewing methods designed to ensure no fabric goes to waste.

About the Fabric

Please note that you may either provide your own fabric, or purchase fabric from our shop along with your order.

Unbleached linen: Recommended for use outside of mid-winter. This option features the untouched natural color of plain-weave linen, creating a soft, organic aesthetic. It is woven in Shiga Prefecture (100% linen)

Product Contents

• 3 online workshop sessions (10/1, 8, 15  10:00-12:00)
• "How to Make Hakama (3rd Edition)" Digital Version
  • Assigned homework is a standard expectation for this program. Please only participate if you acknowledge that you will be required to complete catch-up homework at home after every session.

【Additional Required Items】

• Fabric required for crafting (you may prepare your own preferred fabric, or purchase it as an optional add-on from this site.)

【Required Materials (please prepare these yourself)】

• Sewing thread that matches the fabric
• Waist elastic (length sized to match your personal waist measurement)
• Waist drawstring (included only for those who require it, approximately 140-170cm)

【Required Tools for Crafting】

• Common for both hand sewing and machine sewing: sewing supplies (fabric scissors, thread snips, measuring tape, fabric chalk pen, sewing pins (20 pieces), pincushion),   iron, ironing board, elastic threader
• Hand Sewing: Hand Sewing Needle
• Machine stitching: Use a sewing machine or serger (if you do not have a serger, use the zigzag stitch function, or finish the raw edges with a flat-felled seam)

【Participation Process】

• After we receive your application, we will send you a participation survey via Google Form within 2 weeks. (This will be sent to you by email, so please be sure to adjust your spam filter settings to allow emails from ws@itoshiro.org to reach your inbox.) If you have not received the survey after 2 weeks have passed, please contact us at ws@itoshiro.org.
• Based on the results of the participation survey, we will be hosting a workshop starting October 1. Please have your sewing tools, fabric, and instructional guide prepared on hand when you attend.
• We will host the workshop via Google Meet (online meeting platform, no app downloads are required). We will send you a join URL ahead of the event, so please use that link to access the session.
• If you cannot attend a session, we will send you a recording of the session, but we encourage you to join all 3 sessions whenever possible to finish your Hakama.
• Depending on the skill level of individual participants, some attendees may not be able to complete their project.

【Application Deadline】September 24 (Thu) 24:00

【Prep Work Required Before You Start Making】

Please pre-wash the fabric first. Submerge it in water, run it through a light spin cycle, then hang it to dry. Iron it on a low heat setting with a pressing cloth placed over the fabric to protect it.
*If you would like to do regular maintenance washing in a machine, place the item in a laundry net and run it on a gentle cycle. Smooth out any wrinkles with an iron. Some shrinkage may occur, but because the fabric is pre-shrunk before sewing, you will not need to worry about unexpected shrinkage later on.

【Instructor: Mari Takai】

Based in Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture, we craft everyday folk garments for Itoshiro Apparel and host hands-on sewing workshops. We share helpful tips for neat stitching and key techniques for a polished, beautiful finish, guiding you step-by-step until your project is fully complete. We truly hope all participants get to experience the joy of creating something with your own hands, and the warm, fulfilling time spent working on your piece. Our motto is: "Grow through praise!"

◻︎ For those who have completed the online course (optional)

Itoshiro Schooling ~Beyond Online~

For those who are interested, visit Itoshiro to learn about the roots of "Echizen Shirts" while,
This allows online attendees to deepen connections and interact more closely with one another.
Come join us as a well-deserved treat to reward yourself after you finish your online course!

Schooling Overview

• I will be reuniting with friends I met online in Itoshiro
• I will be showcasing the clothes I made.
• We will also share creation tips and styling suggestions with you.
• We will share stories about old clothing and tools, and visit the shrine for worship.

Date and time:

Scheduled for early April 2027 (we will notify you as soon as the details are finalized)

Participation fee:

5,000 yen

Participation Q&A

About Sewing Skill Level

As a general guideline,
・Capable of sewing straight seams by hand or with a sewing machine
- For hand sewing, it supports running stitches and blind hemming stitches.
・Have experience making small accessories and clothing using a sewing machine or hand stitching,

You are welcome to participate if this describes you.
Since we walk through each step while explaining the reasoning behind details like "why this specific shape?" and "why this stitching method?",
This content is ideal for anyone looking to take their skills one step beyond their own personal, self-taught approach.

Can you learn properly even online?

On the day of the session, I will break down each process and share my approach while demonstrating the work live, showing you exactly what I am doing as I go.

What happens if you are absent?

If you are unable to attend due to unavoidable circumstances, we will send you a recording of the session at a later date. We will also make arrangements to ensure you can keep up with all future session content.

Can I join partway through?

As a general rule, we recommend joining from the very beginning. Since the program follows a connected, sequential structure, it may be difficult to follow and fully understand the content if you join partway through.

Regarding Capacity and Application Deadlines

・ Capacity: 8 people
・ Application Deadline: September 24 (Registration will close immediately once capacity is reached)

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made after registration and up to 1 week before the event date: 5%
• Cancellations made 6 to 3 days before the event date: 50%
• Cancellations made after that cutoff: full charge applies

About Sewing Skill Level

As a general guide,
・Capable of straight stitching by hand sewing or with a sewing machine
- For hand sewing, you can use running stitch and blind hemming stitch.
・Have experience making small accessories or clothing using a sewing machine or hand stitching,

If this applies to you, you are welcome to participate.

Can you learn properly even through online classes?

Even online, we will share the exact same content as the workshops we previously held in Itoshiro. During the live session, we will walk you through each process and explain our approach while showing you a clear view of our hands-on work.

What happens if you are absent?

If you are unable to attend due to unavoidable circumstances, we will send you a recording of the session at a later date. We will also take care to ensure you can follow along with all content for future sessions.

Can I join partway through?

As a general rule, we recommend participating from the very beginning. Since the program follows a connected, sequential flow, joining partway through can make it difficult to fully follow and understand the content.

About participation fees

The participation fee includes,
・ Online lecture
・ "How to Make Hakama" 3rd Edition (Digital Version)
is included.

This is not a casual, low-commitment online course, but it includes the full end-to-end process from fabric selection all the way through to final tailoring.Time to dive deep into the craft of clothing makingIt is designed as.

Regarding Capacity and Application Deadlines

・ Capacity: 8 participants per session
・Application deadline: 9/24

We are unable to extend the deadline any further, as we are already arranging fabric and preparing for shipment.