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Community-led tours across Japan
Community-led tours across Japan
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Start your cultural journey by crafting your own Goshuin stamp book—a treasured item in Japanese spiritual tradition—at a charming, old-style café in Kamakura. Goshuin, meaning ‘honorable red seal,’ originated centuries ago as proof of temple visits and evolved into beautiful calligraphic art combined with unique temple seals. After completing your book, savor coffee carefully roasted by the café owner or a soft drink, paired with a traditional monaka sweet. As you relax, enjoy stories from the
Experience the timeless Japanese art of Bonsai in Tokyo at the renowned Shunka-en Bonsai Museum, guided by a professional Bonsai master. Bonsai, often called a “living art,” has been an important part of Japanese culture for centuries. Unlike planting trees in the ground, Bonsai trees are carefully cultivated in trays or pots, allowing for precise control of their growth and creating beautifully miniaturized forms of nature. At Shunka-en, you’ll be introduced to the techniques and aesthetics of
■Create your own Japanese cat lamp with traditional Tosa Washi. ・Perfect for travelers looking for a hands-on cultural experience in Kochi ・Make a unique glowing cat lamp using traditional Tosa Washi, a craft unique to Kochi ・Beginner-friendly workshop with staff support, suitable even for first-time makers ・Take home your handmade lamp as a one-of-a-kind Japanese souvenir ・Small-group experience with up to 8 participants for a relaxed creative atmosphere ・All materials, tools, and workshop inst
Add a unique and personal touch to your trip to Japan with an authentic Hanko-making experience. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create your very own original Hanko — a traditional Japanese name seal. In Japan, a Hanko is more than just a stamp; it’s seen as a true symbol of personal identity. During the experience, you’ll learn about the history and cultural significance of Hanko at a long-established seal shop, then carve the characters you’ve chosen into the seal yourself. Finally, take h
Shape and craft your own customized knife. Choose the type, sharpen the blade, engrave your name in Japanese or sakura leaves on the handle and attach it with a hammer. A unique indoor activity in the heart of Tokyo featuring beautiful Japanese art of making knifes!
・Experience sofubi making at UCHOTEN FACTORY, a soft vinyl figure factory in Tokyo ・Customize the factory's original character with your own design ・Go hands-on through the entire process: molding, painting, and packaging ・No experience needed—our artisans will guide you step by step ・Finish in about 4 hours and take your creation home the same day ・Learn about the history of sofubi and dive into a unique part of Japanese pop culture
・Experience sofubi making at UCHOTEN FACTORY, a soft vinyl figure factory in Tokyo ・Customize the factory's original character with your own design ・Go hands-on through the entire process: molding, painting, and packaging ・No experience needed—our artisans will guide you step by step ・Finish in about 4 hours and take your creation home the same day ・Learn about the history of sofubi and dive into a unique part of Japanese pop culture
In this activity you can experience traditional Japanese craft culture through "Kaji". In a contemporary society that emphasizes digital networks, old handicraft techniques have become far from everyday life. Imagine crafting your own knife or scissors from steel, using fire and ancient Japanese techniques. You can commemorate your wedding, or remember your trip, through engraving.
Craft your very own knife in this immersive workshop in Osaka, where Japanese masters will share their secrets in a friendly and interactive way. Select your preferred blade type, sharpen it with bilingual expert guidance, and attach a customized handle to create a unique piece. Personalize your knife by engraving your name in Japanese on the handle, or even add a design of your choice. Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere with tea and snacks, while learning about the rich history of Japanese knives from
Craft your own premium-sized yukata, which includes a high-quality yukata and obi. Would you like to create your own yukata with your own hands, offering a truly unique and premium experience with our skilled artisans in our factory? It's an opportunity to make something one-of-a-kind in the world.
Create your own 50ml fragrance in a 90-minute workshop in Asakusa, Tokyo. Choose from a curated collection of scent materials and blend a fragrance that matches your personal style, with step-by-step guidance from our staff. No prior knowledge is needed. Take home your finished bottle on the same day, along with a photo frame, personalized creation certificate, and original pouch as a special memory from Japan.
Create your own chopsticks at a workshop in the heart of Ginza Choose from 20 and above types of wood and two lengths Optional name engraving on the chopsticks
Soy sauce is an indispensable ingredient in Japanese food. After touring a genuine soy sauce brewery with a history of more than 100 years, visitors will enjoy a hands-on experience of pressing soy sauce from moromi, the base of soy sauce, using a traditional wooden press. Finish by attaching your own label to the bottle. You will taste the freshly pressed soy sauce, which has not been heated, with fresh tofu on the spot. [Highlights of the Experience] Experience at a natural-brewed soy sauce
An experience where you can learn the process of making Echizen lacquerware by visiting two workshops, Hacoa and Shitsurindo and making your very own original lacquer spoon. Guests will get to see the process of making authentic Echizen lacquerware. Hacoa is a woodworking workshop that makes the base for many of the lacquerware craftsman in the area. Here you will get to see craftsman transform wooden blocks into commercial products. After viewing the workshop you will polish your own spoon and
Try the unique experience of cooking real Japanese cuisine with an experienced chef. An opportunity to learn how to cook takoyaki in Osaka style! Takoyaki is a very popular dish in Japan, a ball-shaped Japanese snack made of a wheat flour-based batter and cooked in a special molded pan. “Tako” means octopus and “Yaki “grilled. Takoyaki was first popularized in Osaka, where a street vendor named Tomekichi Endo is credited with its invention in 1935. But since its invention, several regional sp
Make your own Silver 950 ring in the heart of Asakusa, Tokyo. This hands-on workshop is a memorable indoor activity for couples, friends, families, and solo travelers. With free inner engraving and same-day take-home, your ring becomes a lasting souvenir from your Japan trip. The studio is located near Senso-ji Temple, making it easy to add to your Asakusa sightseeing plan.
Kanazawa is famously known as the city of arts, and while you can find art workshops throughout Japan that you can easily participate in, it is rare to find one like ours that offers you a chance to truly experience Kanazawa's traditional arts in the form of Maki-e lacquerware, as well as an opportunity to sit down and have a conversation with the artisan who has dedicated their life to making it. The translator will be there to ensure that the communication between you and the artist is as smoo
Experience Japan's unique food culture in our class with our experienced cooking instructor, who can speak English well! Hands-on support for your Chara-ben cooking experience in friendly manner.
You will make accessories with uniquely Japanese motifs in Nara, a popular tourist destination for overseas visitors. Cherry blossom motif brooches are very popular in overseas workshops. We will show you the excitement of being able to create a high quality work of art with your own hands, as if it were sold in a store. You will be able to take home a brooch as a souvenir of Japan and the experience of being moved by the experience. Basically, you will be asked to make a specific piece, but
Kyara-ben are all the rage in Japan. Let's make bento shaped like Pokemon, Pikachu, and other characters. Characters from anime, manga, and video games return to the bento world. We will also make Japanese home-style dishes with the characters. ・Even for first timers, the program is easy to make, even though it may seem difficult. ・This program can be enjoyed by everyone in the family, from children. ・The program is taught by a nationally licensed instructor (available in English). ・Vegan, kosh
Located in Shinagawa Ward, it is close to Haneda Airport and Shinkansen Shinagawa Station, and only 20 minutes away from Tokyo Station and Yokohama area. Cute Japan! You can experience You can make traditional Japanese sweets such as “nerikiri” (kneading) and make carp streamers and Oriental zodiac signs according to the season. Since they are made of clay, they are easy to make and can be enjoyed by both parents and children. You can choose any color you like. *Because it is clay, you cann
You can choose your favorite accessory from 3 samples such as earrings or brooches. You will be able to choose from a variety of colors for the mizuhiki strings. You will complete your mizuhiki accessory in this lesson and wear it home by yourself.
Hitachinaka City in Ibaraki Prefecture is home to the famous National Hitachi Seaside Park, where you can enjoy the four seasons with nemophilas and kochias. The experience venue is located almost halfway between Katsuta Station and the seaside park, so it is possible either on the way to or from sightseeing. SDGS “Mottainai”! PET bottle caps that you used to throw away after drinking can be turned into wonderful handmade works if you have the right materials and ideas. Transform them into y
This experience is suitable for people who love culture, adventure, and cute things.By joining this tour, you can experience the true hospitality culture of Kyoto.You can experience making hand-rolled sushi with the okami in a 120-year-old Kyoto townhouse. You can see the culture and history of Kyoto, and experience the precious and special atmosphere of living in a local area. You can experience the unique experience of interacting with old things. Enjoy making hand-rolled sushi with the okami,