Experience the unique "Sōsen Aogi," a fan-making plan at the long-established Shimizu Shoten in Kyoto, which is celebrating its 78th anniversary. The "Sōsen Aogi" is a new type of origami fan that does not use fan ribs, making i... More

Resin art is a new fad that is taking the world by storm, and Japan is no exception to this. We at T8 have begun blending the basic styles of resin crafts with traditional Japanese crafts and styles. These unique pieces are amazin... More

Awaji Island, the mythical birthplace of Japan, offers a unique incense-making experience in Ei, one of the Ministry of the Environment’s 100 Scenic Fragrance Spots. Create incense sticks shapes, guided by skilled staff for a be... More

Experience the rare blend of history and personalization at a 130-year-old traditional shop. Unlike mass-produced souvenirs, you will hand-carve your own "Hanko" seal—a symbol of identity in Japan—under the direct guidance of ... More

Echizen ware, which was born in the Heian period, is one of the six ancient kilns in Japan that still continues to produce pottery. Soil that contains a lot of iron has a distinctive red-black color on its surface. This time we w... 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

Learn about the history and meaning behind Japan’s traditional Mizuhiki art Create elegant jewelry using premium materials inspired by Asakusa’s traditional culture Receive personalized, step-by-step guidance from an English... More

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 wea... More

Step into the legendary world of samurai sword-making with this extraordinary hands-on experience. For centuries, Japanese artisans have perfected these time-honored techniques, which live on today through the delicate art of po... More

This isn't just flower arranging—it's creating art with Belles Fleurs Tokyo, Japan's most prestigious preserved flower company since 1981. You're working with the exclusive RIN series that combines world-famous Ukiyo-e masterpie... More

A Japanese calligrapher active in Kyoto will teach you calligraphy in a completely private space very close to the former palace where the emperor lived for about 500 years (1331 – 1869). Please enjoy traditional calligraphy an... 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

At Maana, our renovation work has led us to a deep appreciation for Tsuchikabe—a distinctive blend of clay, rice straw, sand, and seaweed, crafted by skilled craftspeople called Sakans. In our workshop, let's discover this tradi... More

The unique aspect of this tour is the fascinating experience of interacting with an active swordsmith at an actual Japanese sword-making site. Japanese swords are three-dimensional works of art in iron. It is difficult to fully a... More

The experience includes an introduction to the history of Kintsugi, an explanation of the materials required for restoration, and instruction on the proper use of tools. You will also view examples of Kintsugi works before selecti... More

• You can directly interact with fourth and fifth-generation Chochin lantern craftsmen from a long-established Chochin Lantern shop that was founded over 100 years ago • The experience takes place in a workshop, so you can se... More

This activity offers a rare opportunity to observe the production process of traditional Japanese paper goods such as goshuincho (temple stamp books) and watoji notebooks—items not typically seen by the public. With a guided tou... More

Experience traditional culture at a long-established incense specialty studio with over a hundred years of history in Ei, which is renowned as a town of fragrance. Blend herbal medicine, such as traditional aromatic woods and spic... More

Tatami mat edging is a traditional culture that has existed in Japan for so long that it is even mentioned in the Kojiki (Records of Ancient Matters). In the Nara period (710-794), it was such a special woven fabric that it was m... More

Experience a fun and creative glass-engraving workshop in the heart of Tokyo! This activity offers an easy and enjoyable way to explore a unique form of Japanese craftsmanship. Led by instructors with over 25 years of experience,... More