Tsumami Zaiku Craft & Therapy International Certified Trainer Course つまみ細工つまみ細工国際認定講師講座
Japanese Arts for Diversity & Wellbeing. Become a Certified Tsumami Zaiku Trainer!
Join our exclusive Japanese Tsumami Zaiku Trainer Certification Course and master the art of traditional Japanese folding and crafting techniques.
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?
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Expert instruction: Learn from Ms. Tomoko Ota, Tsumami Zaiku Expert, Japanese Art & Culture Advocate
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Become a certified trainer: Join our team and reach out to the community in Singapore and across Asia.
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Learn mindfulness through art: Discover how this craft promotes relaxation and focus.
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Help others destress & find mindfulness: Share the therapeutic benefits of Tsumamizaiku with others.
3 Certification Levels (Total: 78 hours Course)

1
BASIC - 24 hours
Topics
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Introduction to Japanese Art and Sustainability
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Art, Wellness and Mindfulness
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History of Tsumami Zaiku and Chusen Dyeing from Sakai
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Japanese History, Culture and Values
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Types of fabric, glue and tools
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Hanaioha DIY Kit and Earrings*
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Learn to cut Chusen fabric
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Basic Round and Pointed Petals with Boards and Ochirin
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Making Round Comb
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Making Ume Pin Kanzashi
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Making Chrysanthemum Flowers
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Making Butterfly
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Facilitation Skills
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15Ps of Marketing
Assessment: 3 hours
2
INTERMEDIATE - 24 hours
Topics
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Japanese Colours
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Japanese, History story, Culture and Values
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Healing Through Art
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What is Chirimen fabric?
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Working with Chirmen fabric
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Conceptualise Designs
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Colour Matching
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Boards and Ochirin for Practice
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Making Pierced and Hanging Earrings
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Making Decorative Photo Frame
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Making Camellia Comb
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Making Rose Brooch
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Making Bunny & Sakura Kanzashi
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Crafting Brand Story and Personal Profile
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Content Writing
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Setting Up Business
Assessment: 3 hours
3
ADVANCED - 32 hours
Topics
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Creativity and Adaptation
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Service Excellence
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Japanese, History, Culture and Values
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Facilitate A Workshop Professionally
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Making Hydrangea Comb
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Making Gold Hagoromosha Pendant
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Making Kusudama Ornament
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Making Animal -Crane Brooch
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Making Silver Hagoromosha Ball Bouquet
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Making Orchid Bouquet Hida Tsumami
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Making Christmas Ball Hanging Charm
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Making Gold Fish
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Traditional Glue Kneading**
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Marketing and PR
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Physical Business Setup
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SEO, Social Media & Website
Assessment: 5 hours
Note:
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Each level is stand-alone and you can start teaching after completing Basic Level.
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*Optional to attend the last 3 lessons in Japan! Additional amount to be topped up for students opting to attend the last 3 lessons in Japan which is part of a 7-day learning journey.
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The fee includes accommodation, 2 meals per day, immersive experiences, and sightseeing.
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Subject to changes depending on prevailing accommodation rates, excluding air ticket fare.
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Prospects Upon Course Completion
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Palette Japan Tsumamizaiku Trainer
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Conduct Tsumamizaiku workshops at our studios, carnival booths, corporate clients, schools and organisations’ venue
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Using Palette Japan material, tools, marketing materials and workshop facilitation guidelines.
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Create your own designs and sell your finished products to customers.
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Tsumamizaiku Artist/Crafter
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Create your own designs and sell your finished products to customers.
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