Classes & Workshops in Tokyo

Create Your Japanese Name in Kanji T-shirt or Tote and Stamp (opens in a new tab)

1 h

Transform your name into beautiful Japanese Kanji characters in this unique workshop located in Roppongi, Tokyo. This isn't just another calligraphy class; it's a deep dive into Japanese culture where you’ll learn the meaning behind your Kanji, practice traditional calligraphy techniques, and personalize your own T-shirt or tote bag with your artwork. Each guest receives a personalized Hiragana name stamp as a cherished keepsake. Perfect for first-time visitors or anyone seeking authentic Japanese souvenirs, this experience ensures you leave with a wearable piece of art and a deeper connection to Japan’s rich culture. - Discover your Japanese name and the cultural significance of each Kanji character. - Create a personalized T-shirt or tote bag featuring your own artwork. - Receive a unique Hiragana name stamp to take home as a special memento. - Enjoy a beginner-friendly experience led by English-speaking instructors in a cozy setting.

Tokyo Jewelry Making Adventure (opens in a new tab)

3 h

You can craft your own wedding or engagement rings with one-on-one guidance from a master ring artisan. You can enjoy a fully private, by-appointment experience in an exclusive atelier reserved just for you. You can personalize every detail—from the metal and width to the finish, engraving, and gemstones—to create a truly one-of-a-kind ring.

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Asakusa Kintsugi Experience Make Your Own Gold Mended Piece (opens in a new tab)

2 h

No need to bring anything, we provide the vessel (you're also welcome to bring your own). As this is simplified kintsugi, natural urushi lacquer is not used. Please enjoy the finished piece as a decorative item (not recommended for use as tableware). Please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

Zen Meditation Class in Tokyo in English or French (opens in a new tab)

1 h 15 min

Learn zazen, the seated meditation of Zen, in a quiet traditional dojo in Tokyo. Your teacher, Rob Daoust, guides every session himself in English or in French, his first language, with no interpreter in between. This 75-minute class is designed for beginners: you learn how to sit and breathe, practise two periods of zazen and slow walking meditation (kinhin), and end with time for your questions. Groups are limited to eight people, so the teacher can help each person with posture and breathing.

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Fruit cutting & vegetable fruit carving (opens in a new tab)

1 h

By appointment only. A small lesson. The instructor will try after the demonstration. The familiar fruit is beautiful and easy to eat. “Fruit Cutting” has been refined by combining Eastern and Western techniques. I think that the techniques I learned will be useful for the future.

Flower Wagashi Making Experience:Anemone Beauty Box (opens in a new tab)

2 h 30 min

-A hands-on experience decorating traditional Japanese ohagi with bamboo motifs and beautiful flowers made from white bean paste. -White bean paste is naturally colored using vegetable and fruit powders. -The instructor demonstrates flower-piping techniques and provides careful guidance. -Participants decorate bite-size ohagi in a box with anemone designs. After completion, enjoy light refreshments, photo time, and matcha tea. Includes an anko lace and a small gift. -English-speaking instruction is available in small groups, with an English recipe provided for home use. -Some designs use white bean paste blended with natural fruit powders and beauty-focused ingredients. -Participants create anemone flowers and complete four shades of pink designs on bite-size ohagi.

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Tokyo Private Metalwork and Ring Making Workshop (opens in a new tab)

2 h

・Become a craftsman: Work on authentic metalworking workbenches used by real professionals. ・100% Private Studio: Enjoy a completely private space reserved for only one group at a time. ・Capture the memory: You are fully welcome to film your entire DIY making process! ・From scratch to ring: For the pair ring plan, transform a single metal rod into a polished ring.

Aurora Gran Ring Making Experience (opens in a new tab)

1 h 30 min

Experience making a handmade ring by hammering the texture using the Japanese traditional style called "Tankin." You will choose your favorite material, thickness, and texture, and then use special hammers and tools to customize your own ring. The entire process takes around 1 hour. Staff will carefully explain the steps and help you take remembrance photos. This workshop is highly recommended for a high-quality gift or souvenir. Embrace your creativity and enjoy our unique experience in Japan.

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Tokyo: Leather Sandal Making Workshop with a Japanese Shoemaker (opens in a new tab)

1 3 h

Key Features Beginner-friendly workshop with step-by-step guidance Make your own high-quality leather sandals Take your finished sandals home the same day Small-group experience in a relaxed studio setting Use carefully selected Made-in-Japan leather Learn traditional handcraft techniques Customize your sandals to fit your style Located in Nakameguro, a local Tokyo neighborhood

Paint Your Own Traditional Kokeshi Doll in Shibuya, Tokyo (opens in a new tab)

4 2 h

Immerse yourself in Japanese culture during a 2-hour guided experience in Shibuya, where creativity meets tradition. Begin at the iconic Hachiko statue and stroll through the vibrant streets to a specialty kokeshi shop, surrounded by hundreds of unique dolls. Dive into the history of kokeshi as your expert guide shares insights into their cultural significance. Then, paint your very own doll with all materials provided. Enjoy complimentary matcha or green tea, both prepared using traditional methods, while you create. Your guide will transform your name into kanji as a special gift — try signing the bottom of your doll in kanji, with your guide walking you through the correct stroke order. Once complete, polish your doll with wax for a beautiful shine. Capture the moment with a memorable photo surrounded by the stunning kokeshi collection. Leave with a packaged kokeshi and a handwritten kanji name card — a perfect, personal souvenir from Japan.

A One-of-a-Kind Sushi Experience in a Special Place of Japan (opens in a new tab)

15 2 h

Would you like to try making your own sushi using fresh fish delivered directly from Toyosu Market, carefully selected by seafood professionals? In this experience, an English-speaking guide will gently teach you the basics of sushi-making, including how to handle a knife, slice the fish, and shape sushi. Even first-time participants can relax and enjoy the experience with confidence. The experience takes place inside the House of Representatives building, where Japanese politicians work. This is a highly exclusive location that is normally closed to the public, making the experience even more special.

Enjoy Japanese Art with Sake and Tea (opens in a new tab)

1 h 30 min

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 kimono, Japanese paintings, sake, and other aspects of Japanese tradition. We sincerely hope to provide you with a memorable experience during your travels. It would bring us great joy to contribute to your journey. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing these moments together!

Create Your Own Ukiyo-e: Edo Woodblock Printing Workshop in Tokyo (opens in a new tab)

2 h

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 like Hokusai and Hiroshige. Create your own vibrant design on washi paper, and turn it into a stunning bamboo fan, a unique keepsake to cherish. Additionally, select a professional print from renowned ukiyo-e artists to remember your artistic journey.

Tokyo Preserved Flower Arrangement Workshop in Ginza (opens in a new tab)

2 h

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 masterpieces like "The Great Wave" with premium preserved flowers in museum-quality handcrafted paulownia wood boxes. Unlike typical workshops, this experience merges traditional Japanese aesthetics with cutting-edge preservation technology. Each box features authentic Ukiyo-e artwork and transforms when you open it, creating dynamic art rather than static decoration. The flowers maintain vibrant colors for years using advanced techniques. What makes it special: you're learning from internationally recognized designers, working with materials reflecting Japanese garden philosophy, and creating a collectible piece embodying both 2D and 3D artistic principles—a sophisticated cultural experience rather than just craft.

Hand-rolled Sushi Temaki Zushi Workshop in Tokyo (opens in a new tab)

3 2 h

We offer you a cooking workshop for hand-rolled sushi called “Temaki Sushi”, which is one of the most popular home party menus in Japan. This workshop lasts around 2 hours. This workshop will offer you not only the one-time experience but also useful tips how to make it so that you can make it by yourself in your place. Unlike Nigiri Sushi made by a sushi craftsman, Temaki Sushi doesn't require any special skills to make, but still looks fancy and stunning. So that it is one of the best suitable menus for serving at a party in Japan. This workshop would be a good cooking practice for Japanese food lovers. Find out how to enjoy Temaki Sushi and make it again at your own party!

Japanese Language Lesson for Beginners in Tokyo (opens in a new tab)

1 h

Enjoy a fun and beginner-friendly 60-minute Japanese lesson designed for travelers with little or no previous knowledge of Japanese. Learn useful phrases you can use immediately during your trip, including greetings, introducing yourself, ordering food, shopping, asking for directions, and communicating politely with local people. Through simple games, quizzes, and role-playing activities, you’ll practice speaking in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. There is no need to study difficult grammar or memorize Japanese characters. Your friendly local Japanese teacher will explain each phrase clearly and help you with pronunciation at your own pace. Complete beginners are always welcome. By the end of the lesson, you’ll be able to use essential Japanese phrases with more confidence and enjoy communicating with local people during your stay. Suitable for solo travelers, couples, families, and small groups.

Authentic Ramen Experience Class: 1-Day Professional Course (opens in a new tab)

12 h

A cooking class where you can not only experience but also learn the real taste! Learn how to make real ramen, only in Japan, and recreate it at home Umami Kitchen offers a special cooking class taught by the award-winning ramen restaurant. You can make your own noodles and soup from scratch to create exquisite ramen, for which even the Japanese wait an hour. Unlike other cooking classes where the experience only ends with the cooking class, we will also teach you how to reproduce the ramen you made at home! Learn the deep culture and flavors of Japan that you cannot experience as a tourist, and create special memories. Access: 15 minutes by train from Shinjuku, 2 minutes walk from Umegaoka Station. You can also go sightseeing before or after the class. Book now for this experience that will enrich your trip.

Traditional Edo Kumiko Woodcraft Workshop (opens in a new tab)

1 h 30 min

From the nailless, towering structure of Kyoto's Kiyomizudera Temple to the intricate, multicolored patterns of Hakone wood mosaic, Japanese woodworking and wood crafting have captured attention for over a millennia. Within the rich heritage of woodworking in Japan, kumiko stands out as a technique that is seemingly simple yet highly sophisticated. A lattice woodworking technique where thin wooden pieces are intricately slotted together to create an array of stunning designs, kumiko woodworking requires unbelievable precision down to the millimeter, as well as unyielding attention to detail. The elaborate structure of kumiko woodworking can be seen in traditional shoji sliding doors, folding wooden partitions, lamps and countless other areas, from high-end sushi restaurants to luxurious home interiors, and incorporate patterns with motifs of nature and the seasons. Join a 2nd-generation kumiko woodcraft artisan in his Tokyo-based studio and immerse into the captivating craft of kumiko.

Japanese Bento Making Experience in Tokyo (opens in a new tab)

2 h

Experience Making Bento Lunch Using Japanese Ingredients We will offer a hands-on lesson on making "obento" using Japanese ingredients that are popular in other countries as well. Both adults and children will enjoy packing their lunch in a Japanese-style "obento box. You can enjoy the bento lesson and picnic while admiring the cherry blossoms in spring at a picturesque location along the Kanda River. Through the experience of making Japanese bento, you will gain a proper understanding of Japanese food culture. Through the experience, you can learn about various Japanese food ingredients, and you can make use of your knowledge of Japanese food ingredients after returning to your home country.

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Japanese Cooking Class for Vegans (opens in a new tab)

7

I offer an easy, tasty, and healthy Japanese cooking class in 3hours in English. My place, Musashikoyama, has got a longest shopping arcade in Japan and you can enjoy very local Japanese lifestyle (not really touristy!) experience. Families with children are also very welcomed! Cooking Japanese authentic dishes with using distinctive Japanese ingredients. Enjoy tasting masterpiece of what you made in the class. Learning culture and lifestyle of Japan from locals as well as learning cooking. Best Getaway from the crowd of busy Tokyo life and relax yourself in cozy atmosphere.

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