Japanese Arts for Diversity & Wellbeing. 
We have new dates to cater to those who are on waiting list and to match their preferred dates. 
Next intake starting 26 June 2026
- Weekday alternate Fridays 7pm to 10pm 
- Weekend alternate Saturdays 2pm to 5pm
Early bird 10% discount ends on 31 May 2026.  Book your spots now!  Learners can choose to attend either day to their convenience as both days schedule will run concurrently. 
 
Become a Certified Tsumamizaiku Trainer! Join our exclusive Japanese Tsumamizaiku Trainer Certification Course and master the art of traditional Japanese folding and crafting techniques.
 
Note: Students need to sign up for the Basic Level first before proceeding to the next level.  Choose the Full Package for more savings. 
 
Who Should Attend?
Those who are keen on traditional art and Japanese craft: Immerse yourself in the timeless art of Tsumami Zaiku, a traditional Japanese folding technique using tweezers. Those who are looking for a career switch or side hustle: Expand your skills and create new revenue streams as a trainer, or sell your creative craft using these techniques, proprietary merchandise, materials and toolkits from Palette Japan at wholesale prices.
 
Why Be Certified?
Expert instruction: Learn from Ms. Tomoko Ota, Tsumamizaiku Expert, Japanese Art & Culture Advocate and  facilitated byLead Master Trainer, Agnes and our team of Certified Advance Trainers
Become a certified trainer: Join our team and reach out to the community in Singapore and across Asia.
Learn mindfulness through art: Discover how this craft promotes relaxation and focus.
Help others destress & find mindfulness: Share the therapeutic benefits of Tsumamizaiku with others.
 
Basic level
Our Basic Course introduces participants to Japanese art, culture, and values, with a focus on sustainability, mindfulness, and the history of Tsumami Zaiku and Chusen dyeing alongside essential knowledge of fabrics, tools, and techniques.
 
Students will learn to create foundational pieces while gaining basic facilitation skills, marketing insights (15Ps), and completing a 3-hour assessment.
 
All students will need to purchase the trainers' tool box which will be used throughout  the course. 
 
Intermediate Level
This course explores Japanese colours, history, stories, culture, and values while embracing healing through art, with in-depth learning on Japanese special fabric, design conceptualisation, and colour matching using boards and ochirin for practice.
 
Participants will create intermediate pieces while developing their brand story, personal profile, content writing skills, business setup knowledge, and completing a 5-hour assessment.
 
Advance level
This advanced course deepens students' creativity, adaptability, and service excellence while strengthening their understanding of Japanese history, culture, marketing fundamentals, and professional workshop facilitation.
 
Students will master intricate creations, traditional glue kneading, marketing and PR strategies, business setup, and SEO, social media, and website fundamentals.