Classes & Workshops in Tokyo

Experience Sushi Making Class in Tokyo (opens in a new tab)

22 2 h 30 min

After the instructor’s demonstration, you make your own sushi, roll and two side dishes all by yourselves. All of the experiences are prepared to be one of the highlights in this class. No doubt that you will enjoy the class!! You also learn Japanese traditional seasonings and ingredients used in this cooking experience. Please let us know if you cannot eat fish. We will prepare vegetable options. Some memorable pictures are taken during the class and you can get all of them after the class!

Tokyo Shibuya Chopstick Making Workshop (opens in a new tab)

6 1 h

Create your own wooden chopsticks in a hands-on workshop in Tokyo. Learn traditional techniques and take home your personalized chopsticks as a unique souvenir. - Craft your own wooden chopsticks using traditional tools and techniques - Learn about the cultural significance of chopsticks in Japan - Take home your personalized chopsticks as a unique souvenir or gift - Enjoy a fun and relaxing workshop, perfect for beginners and travelers - Discover the beauty of Japanese craftsmanship in a timeless neighborhood

2 Hours Mochi &Nerikiri Making & Matcha Class in Bunkyo (opens in a new tab)

23 2 h

Experience traditional and modern Japanese sweets-making in English. Learn the art in a Japanese home, which is located in central Tokyo, and overlooks the Kanda River and local park ! With a maximum number of 4 participants, you will be able to enjoy learning in a cozy and friendly atmosphere. I try to make my recipes as simple as possible, so that they can easily be remembered and repeated when you get back home. So come and enjoy my class !

Free cancellation

Asakusa Sword Experience - includes Museum tour Ticket (opens in a new tab)

331 2 h

This is the only samurai sword experience in Tokyo where you would feel like a real samurai and have a real hands on sword experience different from some simple costume play. Many people come to Japan to learn about the history of samurai and fulfill their childhood dream of being a samurai and this is it. ！Children under 10 can not enter the samurai venue.！ ！You can reserve maximum 4 people from Viator however we accept any other booking site and there will be more participants in your experience！

Tokyo: Matcha and Incense Making Experience in Shibuya (opens in a new tab)

60 1 h

Immerse yourself in the calming traditions of Japanese culture with a unique experience located in the heart of Shibuya. Your journey begins with the art of green tea: you will learn the precise techniques to whisk your very own bowl of rich, velvety matcha using a traditional bamboo chasen. Once your fresh matcha is expertly prepared, you can sip and savor its deep flavors while transitioning into the tranquil world of Japanese fragrance making. Surrounded by aromatic botanicals, precious woods, and fragrant spices, you will explore various natural ingredients to blend your own signature incense fragrance. Guided step-by-step through the traditional mixing and shaping process, you will craft a bespoke scent tailored entirely to your personal preference. Best of all, you will take home your handmade incense sticks as a long-lasting, tangible memory of your time in Tokyo—allowing you to recreate the soothing atmosphere of a Japanese tea house right in your own home.

Tokyo, Asakusa : Ring-Making Workshop with Japanese Vintage Coins (opens in a new tab)

52 1 h

Create a unique piece of jewelry by crafting a ring from vintage Japanese coins that tell a story of the nation's history. Choose from coins dating back to the Meiji, Taishō, or Shōwa eras, and transform them into a stunning ring through a hands-on process of shaping, hammering, and polishing. With expert artisans guiding you, even beginners can confidently navigate the crafting journey and leave with a one-of-a-kind treasure that embodies Japan's rich heritage.

Make Your Own Perfume in Asakusa, Tokyo - 50ml Bottle (opens in a new tab)

7 1 h 30 min

Create your own 50ml fragrance in a 90-minute workshop in Asakusa, Tokyo. Choose from a curated collection of scent materials and blend a fragrance that matches your personal style, with step-by-step guidance from our staff. No prior knowledge is needed. Take home your finished bottle on the same day, along with a photo frame, personalized creation certificate, and original pouch as a special memory from Japan.

Tokyo: Private Japanese Calligraphy Art Experience in Shibuya (opens in a new tab)

71 1 h

Escape the fast pace of Shibuya and enjoy a Japanese calligraphy workshop in a peaceful traditional room! This hands-on experience invites you to slow down, focus, and create something uniquely your own while discovering the beauty of Japanese brush art. With step-by-step guidance from a friendly local instructor, you will begin by preparing ink with a traditional inkstone, then practice simple brush techniques in a relaxed setting. Once you feel comfortable, you will choose a character and create your own final work on decorative paper to take home as a special keepsake. Perfect for beginners, this workshop offers a creative and memorable way to experience Japanese culture through art, mindfulness, and self-expression! - Enjoy a private calligraphy workshop in a peaceful Japanese-style room - Create your own finished calligraphy piece on decorative paper - Experience a calm and creative side of Japanese culture in Shibuya

Free cancellation

Tokyo Asakusa : Premium All-inclusive Chopstick Making Workshop (opens in a new tab)

4 1 h

- Choose from our exclusive premium wood collection - Experience hands-on craftsmanship by shaping and sanding your chopsticks - Learn about Japanese culture from passionate local instructors - Personalize your chopsticks with complimentary laser engraving - Enjoy stunning views of Asakusa and SkyTree, day or night

Tokyo: Authentic Samurai Training with a Direct Descendant (opens in a new tab)

2 h

・Classic Samurai Experience Highlights: Learn the principles of Samurai Bushido and ancient martial arts through expert lectures. Experience hands-on training in both unarmed combat (Taijutsu) and swordsmanship (Kenjutsu). Get up close with authentic historical equipment, including real swords, armor, and matchlock guns. Capture the moment with a commemorative photo session in traditional martial arts attire. Duration: 90 minutes (includes preparation and changing time) ・Samurai Experience Advanced Course Highlights: Deepen your skills with the Koshu-ryu beginner course in both Taijutsu and Kenjutsu. Participate in a traditional transmission ceremony to receive your official samurai name (Azana). Receive a formal completion certificate for the Koshu-ryu beginner course. Includes all activities from the standard course, such as handling real weapons and a professional photo session. Duration: 120 minutes (includes preparation and changing time)

3-Hour Small-Group Sushi Making Class in Tokyo (opens in a new tab)

175 3 h

Spend an afternoon with local instructors enjoying a 3-hour experience of Sushi making.  You will learn simple yet tasty recipes and learn hands-on how to make sushi so that you can have a sushi party for your family and friends after your return home.

Tokyo 2-Hour Genuine Samurai Experience: Kendo in Japan (opens in a new tab)

139 2 h

“Kendo” is about swordsmanship, a traditional Japanese martial arts skill of the Samurai, the path of the sword in Japan. You can practice Kendo, “Unify your spirits”,”Manners”, and “Lifelong Kendo”. These three benefits can be created as a kendo. Please feel free to touch it. The experience allows you to work with a Kendo instructor who speaks English in an easy to understand way. From basic etiquette skills of “Kendo” to learning about and using armor, you will be provided a varied Kendo experience that is perfect for a first visit to Japan. ▼Highlight ・Samurai culture instruction ・Practical guidance by over 20 years of Kendo experience guide ・Hitting to instructors ・Combat game ・Guide demonstration ・Free Japanese Kendo towel ・Acceptable 2~over 100 people

Tokyo: Matcha Discovery Workshop - Taste Real Thing in Shibuya (opens in a new tab)

46 45 min

Step into the Matcha Discovery Workshop, a hands-on experience in a quiet, hidden corner of Shibuya, featuring Pure Matcha from a heritage tea merchant with 10 generations of history. ・Taste Pure Matcha from a heritage tea merchant with 10 generations of history ・Discover the difference between blended and authentic matcha, by taste ・Learn to prepare your own bowl of matcha using traditional tea tools ・Uncover the history and culture behind Japan's matcha tradition ・Enjoy the proper way to pair matcha with Traditional Japanese Sweets ・Enjoy close, personal guidance from your host throughout the workshop

Shinjuku Sword Experience at SAMURAI MUSEUM TOKYO (opens in a new tab)

6 2 h

Authentic Dojo Environment in a Convenient Location: Train in a traditional dojo setting that transports you back in time, all while being easily accessible from the heart of the city. ！Children under 7 can not enter the samurai venue.！ ！There will be up to 15 guests per session !

Tokyo Custom Fragrance and Perfume Making Workshop in Shibuya (opens in a new tab)

1 h 30 min

Discover a playful, personalized way to explore Japanese fragrance culture at Ebisu Main Store. Choose your favorite notes from 37 fragrances and combine up to eight to create a scent that feels completely your own. No previous experience is required, and one staff member assists every two guests. Customize the fragrance color, bottle, cap, and label, then take home a one-of-a-kind scent as a lasting memory of Japan. Every plan includes a ¥500 discount at the Café. This is a Japanese fragrance brand built around the freedom of expressing yourself through scent layering. Its Ebisu Main Store brings this philosophy to life through a hands-on fragrance-making experience. English-speaking support is subject to staff availability. Visual guidance and translation tools are available when needed.

Japanese Kintsugi Workshop Art of Golden Joinery in Tokyo (opens in a new tab)

1 h

Make your own way to the centrally located Kintsugi atelier in Tokyo's Minami-Aoyama neighborhood and get ready to try your hand at the art of golden joinery. Meet your teacher and a small group of no more than 10 guests, then put on your “samue,” a traditional Japanese craftsperson's garment. Over the course of an hour or so, your teacher will guide you through the technique of Kintsugi, using a specially prepared ceramic plate supplied by the atelier. You'll also learn about Japanese culture and philosophy and get insights into traditional Japanese crafts. In the case of Kintsugi, it represents the idea of giving that which is thought to be at the end of its life a new beginning. By the end of the lesson, you'll have a unique souvenir to take home and a new perspective on the true value of objects.

Asakusa, Tokyo: Make Your Own Chochin Lantern with a Craftsman (opens in a new tab)

3 1 h 30 min

Tokyo has many craft classes. Very few take place inside a studio that is still in commercial production. Here you work beside a craftsman who supplies chochin to shrines, festivals and restaurants across Tokyo, using the same washi, bamboo and brushes he uses to fill those orders. The studio itself is more than a century old. The lettering is what sets a chochin apart. Edo-moji is the brush style that grew up with Edo popular culture — the same hand seen on kabuki billboards, rakugo stages and old shop signs, each character shaped to carry strength and meaning. It is applied to your lantern by hand, in your name or a word you choose. What you carry out is not a souvenir version of the craft. It is made by the same process, carries lettering written for you alone, and there is only one of it.

Tokyo Kintsugi Jewelry Workshop: Make Wearable Art in Shibuya (opens in a new tab)

28 1 h 45 min

◼︎Create your own Kintsugi jewelry with a professional instructor◼︎ Choose from Japanese pottery and stend glass, then design earrings, necklaces, rings, brooches, and more. Experience kintsugi-culture. Meet your instructor at the workshop venue, located on the mezzanine floor of a building, about a 7-minute walk from both Shibuya Station and Omotesando Station. Enjoy a calm, relaxed afternoon as you learn about the art of Kintsugi. 1.Choose your piece from around nine options — earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, brooches, and more. 2.Pick from Japanese ceramics, glass, and sea glass, and design your own original accessory freely. 3.Attach your pieces with original putty and finish with gold for the classic Kintsugi look. 4.Your finished piece is carefully boxed, ready to take home as a special souvenir from Japan.

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Small-Group Ramen & Gyoza Cooking with Tokyo Mom (Vegan OK) (opens in a new tab)

73 2 h 30 min

Hi, I’m Aki—your Tokyo mom for the day. Join a warm, home-style cooking experience where you’ll make ramen and gyoza from scratch in a small, friendly group. This is more than a cooking class. It’s a chance to slow down, cook together, and share a genuine moment in Tokyo. I’ll guide you step by step—from kneading noodles to preparing a rich, comforting broth and handmade dumplings. Many guests say it feels like visiting a local home rather than joining a typical class. As a former backpacker and mother of three, I love connecting with people from around the world and sharing everyday Japanese food culture in a personal way. Whether you’re visiting as a couple, with family, or with friends, you’ll feel relaxed and welcome here. Vegan and other dietary options are available upon request. Please let me know when booking.

Kumihimo Workshop at a 370 Year Old Braiding Shop in Tokyo (opens in a new tab)

4 2 h

We are a traditional braiding company established in 1652 in Tokyo, Japan. We specialises in a Japanese craft technique called Kumihimo which was traditionally used extensively in Japanese garments and accessories such as imperial court costumes, sword knots and sash bands for kimono. 　　　　　　　　　　　　 For many years, we have been privileged to serve imperial family and been responsible for re-production of national treasure pieces in museums. As a company with a history and a desire to preserve the craftsmanship for future generations, we handmake all, from spinning silk threads to dying and braiding, and maintain the very highest standards of quality. We will allow visitors to experience the essence of Japan's traditional crafts by viewing historical kumihimo archives and watching demonstrations by artisans to observe the kumihimo production process.