Meet your instructor and begin your workshop. Learn about the art of REBONSAI™, a modern art form created from real bonsai trees that have been carefully preserved and redesigned. Unlike traditional bonsai, it requires no wateri... More

Tokyo Kimono Experience We offer traditional Japanese hairstyling, makeup, kimono dressing, commemorative photography, and location photo shoots. We are now hosting a special hands-on Tokyo Yuzen color-painting experience, one of... More

Japanese culture Program: Experience the Best of Japanese Culture for Your Kids While You Travel Introducing the Simplee Kids Program – the perfect solution for parents traveling in Japan. Our program offers a unique opportunity... More

Striking giant Daruma entrance A huge Daruma head welcomes visitors at the entrance of the Nishi-sando approach, creating a powerful and immersive first impression. Fusion of 1,300-year history and Daruma culture Located in the h... More

Just a 40-minute ride on a charmingly local train from Shinkansen Kakegawa Station takes you to a hidden gem — a wonderland of Japanese culture that remains undiscovered by many. Moreover there will be no long line to wait. Exp... More

Begin your journey into Japanese dining culture with a hands-on chopstick design workshop. Start with a quick lesson on the essentials of chopsticks, from selecting the perfect length to mastering graceful movements and dining eti... More

This is an instructor-led Japanese calligraphy experience where participants learn directly from an experienced calligraphy master in a peaceful workshop setting. Explore the serene art of Shodō in a mindful Japanese calligraphy... More

The Art of Jet-Black: Nagoya Kuromontsuki Dyeing Discover the elegance of Nagoya Kuromontsuki Zome, a traditional craft born from the samurai era. This exclusive tour is led by the master of Yamakatsu Senko, a distinguished studi... More

Experience authentic Japanese calligraphy with a certified instructor who has practiced traditional arts since childhood. This small-group experience is designed for beginners and international visitors, with full instruction prov... More

Easy Kimono Experience: Many people find ordinary kimonos painful because they are tied with strings and layered. This kimono is an original kimono developed to make it possible to look perfect and beautiful without layering. It... More

Craft Your Own Legacy in a Historic Textile Town Experience the magic of Arimatsu Shibori, a nationally designated craft with over 400 years of history. Kuno Dyeing Factory hosts private workshops guided by a master artisan, you... More

Perfect for couples, families, or friends. This hidden oasis offers a cultural escape right in Tama-city, Tokyo — far from the city’s crowds, yet easily accessible. It is hosted by two welcoming Japanses sisters, who inherited... More

Experience a fragrance culture that has existed for hundreds of years in one of Kyoto’s historic buildings. Create your own incense using a blend of different aromatic ingredients. You can take your finished incense home, making... More

Highlights -Meet master Nagoya Buddhist altar and Owari cloisonné artisans shaping living traditions -Craft your own chopsticks from premium Kiso cypress using authentic artisan tools -Observe delicate cloisonné brushwork and th... More

History of kanji and the art behind it Kanji originated in ancient China as pictographic and ideographic symbols used to record meaning rather than sound. Over centuries, these characters traveled to Japan, where they were adapted... More

Discover the meaning of Semamori, a traditional Japanese protective symbol once stitched into children’s clothing. Create your own charm using authentic kimono fabric and decorative obijime cord while learning simple hand-sewing... More

Delve into the captivating art of ukiyo-e at Takahashi Kōbō, a workshop steeped in over 160 years of history. Guided by a master artisan, discover the traditional techniques behind Edo-style woodblock printing, used by legends l... More

Gokuraku Zenji is one of the seven temples that protect the Aso Shrine, and has a history of over 450 years. You will spend a luxurious time to purify your mind and body with zazen meditation, where you empty your mind and just si... More

1. Famous "Fake Food" Culture Dive into Japanese food replicas (Shokuhin Sampuru)! The friendly staff will teach you the secrets to making them look realistic. 2. Seasonal Themes Craft a colorful parfait or a refreshing summer sh... More

This ukiyo-e making experience is a special opportunity not open to the general public. At Takahashi Studio, you can receive explanations on how to appreciate ukiyo-e from one of the world's most renowned ukiyo-e artisans. Takaha... More