The make-it-yourself hours: chopsticks planed and engraved with artisans, kintsugi repair in real gold, knife sharpening in the city that supplies the world’s chefs and calligraphy on fans you keep. Tokyo’s craftsmen teach with the patience of people who did ten thousand repetitions.
Create your own Japanese chopsticks in a friendly, hands-on workshop in Shinjuku, Tokyo. Learn simple woodworking techniques and take home a unique souvenir.
Most Popular★ 5.0“This experience was a lot of fun. The instructors were engaging and very helpful, and the chopsticks came out great. Highly recommend and Nana was great!”
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1,763 reviewsFrom $20.00by Traveling Tokyo
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Create your own set of personalized chopsticks in Ginza, Tokyo. Enjoy an authentic, hands-on experience with expert guidance, perfect for unique souvenirs.
★ 4.8“Was within walking distance to hotel. Wish they would have advised on different prices on chopsticks, and to be fair they might of told us but we didn’t understand. It was a fun activity to do.”
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1,366 reviews1 hourFrom $25
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Discover the art of Kintsugi in Tokyo with a hands-on workshop, learn its philosophy, and take home your repaired ceramic piece for a memorable cultural keepsake.
★ 5.0“My daughter and I did this course together. It was a great experience. The artist took time to personally look at everyones work. The class was very well organized. Would recommend to anyone interested in this pottery technique.”
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467 reviewsFrom $59.69by Beauty of Japan
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Create your own traditional Japanese chopsticks in a hands-on workshop in Tokyo. Learn craftsmanship, cultural significance, and take home a unique souvenir.
★ 5.0“This was a fun experience. The guides who lead you through making the chopsticks are very helpful and the finished product is beautiful. I only wish that we got to learn a little bit more about the history of chopstick-making.”
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466 reviewsFrom $26.53by Local Guide Stars
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Create your own authentic Japanese chopsticks in Shinjuku with a hands-on workshop using traditional tools, guided by local artisans for an authentic experience.
“This was a brilliant experience run by Koji. Great fun and very practical. Highly recommend”
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440 reviews1 hourFrom $12by Traveling Tokyo
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Create personalized chopsticks in Tokyo with this 1-hour workshop. Choose your wood, carve, engrave, and take home a unique souvenir for $22.
“Fu was amazing, kind and knowledgeable. I had a great time!!!”
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348 reviews1 hourFrom $6by Traveling Tokyo
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Join Tokyo’s top-rated Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara for a hands-on, customizable retro gaming experience led by passionate guides.
★ 5.0“It was an absolute blast. From the history of the game boy and portable console in general, to the personalization of your own game boy. And so many games to try and buy.”
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253 reviews2 hoursFrom $360by + Y
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Discover the art of Kintsugi with Master Taku in Tokyo. Create your own gold-repaired pottery, learn about Japanese philosophy, and take home a unique craft.
★ 5.0“It was a bit a hard to find, but I had a lot of fun learning the craft from an artist. They offer you multiple choices for the starting piece, and help you along the way.”
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217 reviewsFrom $142.60by Beauty of Japan
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Discover Tokyo’s art and culture through a relaxing calligraphy workshop, where you’ll create personalized souvenirs, learn Japanese strokes, and enjoy a drink.
★ 5.0“it is just the best possible, unbelieavable Japan experience. I even don't know where to start! Such a great hospitality and kindness!! First we got amazing matcha or you can choose from any beverage(included in price) You get special videos and lots of gifts, some…”
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210 reviews1.3 hoursFrom $53by Shodocafe7557
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Discover the authentic Japanese tea ceremony in Tokyo with this engaging workshop. Learn, taste, and participate in a centuries-old tradition for under $40.
★ 5.0“It was a great experience. We learnt a lot about the historical and cultural meaning behind Japanese tea ceremonies. It was really meaningful to participate in one.”
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189 reviewsFrom $38.47
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Experience creating your own Japanese knife in Tokyo with expert guidance, sharpening, engraving, and cultural insights in a 1.5-hour workshop.
★ 4.9“it was informative and fun. my 10 year old and I really enjoyed it. the hosts were absolutely fantastic and engaging throughout the experience and really made it fun.”
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153 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $161by BUB Activity Center
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Create your own unique Japanese-style rings in Tokyo’s lively Shibuya district with a hands-on workshop that’s fun, authentic, and memorable.
★ 5.0“It was a super fun experience, and the staff were very kind and understanding and took care answering all our questions. I would recommend this for anyone looking for a unique souvenir from Tokyo!”
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145 reviewsFrom $21.80by nane tokyo
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Discover authentic Japanese calligraphy in Yanaka, Tokyo. Enjoy a 1-hour hands-on experience, guided by friendly experts, perfect for culture lovers.
★ 5.0“A very relaxed fascinating hour learning some basic calligraphy. Saori, the teacher was patient and friendly and made the whole experience fun!”
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127 reviewsFrom $75.98by YANESEN Tourist Information & Culture Center.
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Experience Japanese craftsmanship firsthand by making your own wooden chopsticks in Tokyo. Learn traditional techniques in a relaxed, authentic workshop.
★ 4.8“So engaging and fun and as a family of 5 we all enjoyed it from age 8 to 42. Yuki and Victoria were amazing; so patient, helpful and kind with all. And we made chopsticks we will love for years to come. I would probably…”
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122 reviews1 hourFrom $16by Local Guide Stars
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Discover authentic Japanese calligraphy and create your own custom T-shirt in Tokyo. A unique, hands-on cultural experience perfect for art lovers and travelers alike.
★ 4.9“It was an amazing time, I learned about the history of calligraphy and how Japanese characters evolved over time. Sensei also taught us the order of writing and how to position the characters next to each other. It was an overall fun experience and I…”
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105 reviews2 hoursFrom $30by Local Guide Stars
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