Tokyo · CRAFT WORKSHOPS
These are the 15 craft workshops worth a day of the trip, each with its price, its length and the detail that sets it apart. If you only compare a few, compare the top three.
Shape Japanese wood with a traditional kanna and take home handmade chopsticks in this friendly, one-hour Shinjuku workshop.
“Very nice atmosphere and work room. You get to pick what kind of wood you want for your chopsticks. They gave a really good introduction and guide how to shave, sand and oil.”
Make custom chopsticks in Ginza from your choice of wood, using hand tools, sanding, oil, and optional Japanese engraving.
“Great experience, highly recommend. Would love to do it again”
Repair a ceramic plate with gold in Tokyo, learn kintsugi philosophy, wear a samue, and take home a distinctive handmade souvenir.
“We have come away with two beautiful bowls and a massively increased knowledge of the art of Kintsugi. Our teacher was absolutely lovely and was always happy to help but not interfering in any way. I would highly recommend this class to everyone!”
Shape, smooth, and personalize wooden chopsticks with a Tokyo artisan in a one-hour workshop, then take home a useful handmade souvenir.
“Great experience, very knowledgeable and pleasant instructor. Making your own chopsticks is a fun activity and useful.”
Carve your own Japanese chopsticks in a calm Shinjuku workshop with English guidance, traditional tools, wood choices, and optional engraving.
“Lovely experience! Mauro happily helped us make our own chopsticks, making sure the chopsticks are properly done through each step.”
Make your own wooden chopsticks in Tokyo for $6. Shape, sand, oil, and engrave a personal souvenir with friendly English-speaking staff.
“Koji is was our guide and made it an incredible experience”
Repair pottery with real urushi lacquer and pure gold beside Master Taku in Tokyo, then take home a one-of-a-kind kintsugi plate.
“Great experience! So fun to be able to leave with a beautiful souvenir that you assembled yourself :) The instructor explains the steps very well and is very patient and helpful. A very unique experience - definitely recommend!”
Practice Japanese calligraphy in Roppongi with matcha, making a kanji fan, scroll, hanko stamp, and meaningful souvenirs to take home.
“I went yesterday and had the best time ever learning the basics of calligraphy. The place is great, the teacher and her mom AMAZING!!! She was extremely generous with her time and giving us accessories (tote, coaster, keychain etc etc) with calligraphy on them. I HIGHLY recommend this great course!”
Learn Japanese calligraphy in Yanaka with a patient sensei, make a shikishi keepsake, and enjoy a cultural hour near Yanaka Ginza.
“We were welcomed by our delightful teacher, Saori, who spoke good English and guided us carefully through the technique of using the calligraphy brush to make calligraphy letters. We wanted particular names and she wrote them foRead more”
Shape your own wooden chopsticks in Tokyo with an artisan, learn Japanese craft traditions, and take home a useful personalized souvenir.
“This was the perfect making experience! I had such a peaceful time making beautiful chopsticks (engraved with my best friend’s name as a gift he’s gonna love them!!) Chihiro and Angie were so patient, lovely and helpful, even giving me lots of tips and recommendations for my solo trip to Tokyo. I’m so glad I walked past this place!!! :) Thank you so much”
A friendly guide to Tokyo for first-timers — written by someone who remembers exactly what it felt like to walk out of Shinjuku Station for the first time.
