Kinkori Shikkiten is a lacquerware shop run by brothers in Kawada, the town of Echizen lacquerware. In this experience, you will receive direct instruction from Mr. Masataka Kinkori, a craftsman at Kinkori Shikkiten, and experienc... More

Tour highlights -Create your own authentic Japanese knife with a blacksmith in service for 200 years -Pound iron with your own two hands in the historical setting of a rural Japanese living museum -Learn the rural lifestyle techni... 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

• Tour the production site (factory) of the world's highest-quality brushes—Kumano Fude. • Learn about the history of Kumano brushes, and how both brushes and makeup brushes are crafted! • Create your own one-of-a-kind mak... More

Try making original handkerchiefs and shawls with dye made from the "Tree of Happiness" You can make yellow handkerchiefs and shawls with dye from the Fukugi tree, known as the "Tree of Happiness" on Amami Oshima. Your original s... More

Using authentic tools and time-honored hand-hammering techniques, you’ll shape metal into a unique cup or plate under the guidance of a local, English-speaking host. Packaging provided!... More

Step into the world of traditional Japanese art and strategy. Unlike typical tourist activities, our Hanafuda workshop offers a hands-on dive into a 200-year-old card game. You won't just play; you'll learn the poetic meanings beh... More

The workshop will be held in Totsuka-ku, Yokohama, a quiet residential area near Kamakura, Sakuragicho, and other sightseeing spots. Using the “ Original kumihomo-dai” which was invented and put into practical use by the inst... More

Most of natural dyeing needs many processes and repeat same process several times, but on this workshop, you need 4 simple steps one time each. Design, Dye, Set and Wash. The instructor Yachiyo (Please call her "Yatt-chan".) has ... More

Learn the Story of Japanese Products: Each item carries its own story, originating from the important process of “creating”. Learn these stories through touch and sight. Transform Wooden Offcuts Into an Original Accessory Di... More

1. Kandaka Shojuen, a gentle slope leads from Prefectural Route 33 towards Takamatsu Nishi High School. This is the main street of bonsai known as "Bonsai Street." Along the way, the towering "Dohyo-iri" pine tree serves as a land... More

・Hands-on guidance from a bonsai craftsman to create your own unique pine bonsai ・Discover the depth of bonsai art and learn the joy of nurturing your plant ・Experience a healing escape surrounded by nature and traditional c... More

Through the rare experience of inserting nuclei into mother-of-pearl shells, you can experience the difficulty of pearl cultivation while extracting pearls from one net (approximately 32 pearls/enough for two people) and creating ... More

-Create your own ancient-inspired Haniwa in the heart of a World Heritage kofun area. -Take your handcrafted Haniwa home the same day using special quick-firing clay. -Explore major historic sites during firing time, including Emp... 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

Japanese honeybees do not collect honey from specific plants (e.g. mandarin oranges), but from a variety of plants, which makes the honey unique to the area. Learn about the natural environment and local attractions of Bungo Ono a... More

This tour will depart from the meetup location at the Naruko Nature Center in Naruko at 1:00 pm. You will meet with your guide and start the 3.5 hour cycling tour to find something unique in Naruko onsen. Ride through some onsen ... More

2-day immersive professional course to study in depth the traditional techniques of Japanese washi paper making. Hone your skills under the guidance of a 4th generation craftspersons in a washi studio with over 120 years of histor... More

You can create a one-of-a-kind light that is uniquely yours. A veteran with 16 years of experience as a craftsman is available to offer advice on both the creation process and design. We also accept individual and group experien... 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