Chado, a tea ceremony that has roots in Zen, was established in Japan more than 400 years ago. Its fundamental form and style has never changed, and there are still many people studying and enjoying the culture worldwide. A Tea ... More

Goshuin means a "red seal" is a seal given as a proof of visitation to a shrine or temple. The name of the shrine or temple, the name of the principal image, and the date of the visit are written in ink. You can make an eco-friend... More

Mizuhiki is a decorative string used on the front of congratulatory and non-gratulatory envelopes, and is a decorative string material mainly used for yunoshin, gift covers, and New Year's decorations. The beauty and delicacy of i... More

A fan is an item that creates a breeze to cool oneself. Multiple frameworks are fixed at a single point, and Japanese paper or cloth is attached to the surface that directs the wind. In this experience, you can create your custom... More

Fox masks are a type of traditional Japanese mask, an item particularly associated with Shintoism and folk beliefs. The fox is considered sacred in Japanese myths and legends, and is especially worshipped as a messenger of the god... More

We will explore the fascinating world of shodō, the traditional Japanese calligraphy art with hundreds of years of history! At this experience you will be able to give life to a unique but typically Japanese work of art. First, i... More

Every December at the famous temple Kiyomizu-dera in Kyoto is announced the “Kanji of the Year” and performed it as a big writing called “Taisho”, a large calligraphy artwork which is written with a large brush. First, you... More

The gentle scratch of the nib on manga paper, a soothing rhythm as your story comes to life — this is your masterpiece, and it's going home with you today.... More

Experience the essence of Asakusa in a compact yet immersive 3-hour tour. Begin your journey at the cultural art café T8 ASAKUSA and take part in hands-on activities including matcha tea preparation, Japanese calligraphy, kimono ... More

You can experience traditional Japanese culture firsthand. After the lesson, you will enjoy a Kobe beef steak provided by the Kissho Yoshi Group, the world's largest restaurant chain in terms of Kobe beef handling.... More

This premium plan involves hand-making the gorgeous and beautiful "Unryu paper" with a pattern resembling a dragon dancing among the clouds, pouring it into a special mold to make two envelopes and four pieces of letter paper. Unr... More

Remember the meals your mother lovingly cooked when you were a child? Create a cute, nutritionally balanced customized bento that’s as satisfying to eat as it is fun to make —a unique way to experience the real flavor of Japan... More

Try to travel back in time and become a fierce Japanese warrior with this indoor activity in the heart of Tokyo. Learn the 弓道 (kyūdō), an art of archery, and 刀 (katana) usage, unique for Japan. Explore the war strategies a... More

Thank you for visiting our page! We are a gallery-restaurant that regularly hosts exhibitions of works by Japanese artists. Asakusa is a historic area rich in Japanese culture, and we are passionate about sharing our love for kimo... More