Top Kanto Art & Culture Classes - page 10

Design and Create a Leather Bag that is completely unique to you in 1 Day! Also I’m welcome to take ready made orders in same price. Process would be same for choosing materials and I would deliver to you during your stay in Tokyo. Usually it takes 4-5h to make. It would be great if you could give me message after booking to let you know my availability and to arrange the start time. The link and contacts will be provided on the ticket voucher. 1. Choose materials You can choose from Japan-made leather, Italian leather, furs, PVC’s, tweed, ribbon lace, and antique kimono fabrics. 2. Assemble and finish Assemble with needle and thread. Size width 19×hight 16× depth 8cm

Experience a professional cosplay photoshoot in the heart of Tokyo on this one-of-a-kind activity. Get dressed up and styled as your favorite characters as you take commemorative photos to remember your time celebrating anime and manga culture during your visit.

A Private Zazen Experience Suitable for Beginners and Family What You Will Gain from This Tour 1. Receive direct guidance in English from a Zen monk. 2. Learn the essence of Zen easily through a visually guided explanation. 3. Gain insights into the Samurai spirit through the practice of Zen. Direct Instruction in English by Monks Our company's close proximity to Denchuji Temple enables direct instruction in English by the monks. Chair Zazen is also Available Chair zazen is available for those unable to sit cross-legged, including children or those with physical limitations. Please inform us in advance if you wish to try Chair Zazen.

Why not create a cool T-shirt that combines memories and traditional Japanese culture at our studio in Yanaka? A master calligrapher will write your name or a word of your choice in kanji characters on a T-shirt right in front of you. If you are brave enough, you can even try your hand at calligraphy yourself! We recommend this fantastic T-shirt as a souvenir of your stay in Japan or as a gift for your loved ones.

【Highlights】 1.Experience Traditional Japanese Craftsmanship 2.Create a Unique Souvenir to Take Home the Same Day 3.Choose Your Favorite from More Than 10 Types of Wood, Including Premium Woods 4.Personalize Your Chopsticks with Exclusive Kanji Engraving Included 5.Enjoy the Experience with Friendly Staff and Amazing Shinjuku Views

Experience the essence of Japan in a serene traditional house with a charming garden! Watch a professional Ikebana artist in action, then create your own beautiful flower arrangement. Next, learn the art of preparing matcha tea and enjoy it with delightful Japanese sweets. Relax, sip your handmade matcha, and admire your Ikebana masterpiece. Immerse yourself in Japanese culture like never before!

For a truly authentic Japanese musical experience, enjoy the rare opportunity to hear a live performance on the 13-string “koto” harp in Tokyo. Listen to soothing melodies played by a “koto master”, with a guide-interpreter on hand to explain the music and answer questions. You can even have the chance to try playing the instrument yourself to fully immerse yourself in the experience.

This night photo workshop is a fast-paced, 3 hour dive into Tokyo’s neon-soaked streets, capturing Blade Runner-inspired scenes across multiple unique locations. Designed to cover as many iconic night spots as possible, it offers an intense and immersive experience unlike any other workshop in Tokyo, blending precise planning with the spontaneity of the city’s electric atmosphere.

Create your own one-of-a-kind Japanese chopsticks using traditional woodworking techniques. Choose from a variety of wood types, shape and finish them by hand, and take your handmade chopsticks home the same day. Optional premium wood upgrades are available. The workshop is conveniently located just a few minutes from Ueno Station and is suitable for beginners. For reservations of 7 or more guests, we kindly ask that you contact us via Instagram DM at ”@craftjapan_ueno” or by phone at 080-7112-1534. （We apologize for the inconvenience, but our online booking system currently only allows reservations for up to 6 guests.）

Create a one-of-a-kind charm just for you! Weaving it yourself on a handloom. Just a 5-minute walk from Senso-ji Temple.

Bring your memories to life with custom 3D figurines. Using advanced scanning and printing technology, we create highly detailed, personalized figures that capture your special moments. Whether it’s a family photo, wedding, or beloved pet, these unique keepsakes are tailored to your style with various poses and accessories. Crafted with high-quality materials, our figurines are designed to last a lifetime, making them the perfect gift for any occasion. Easy to create—just visit us for a scan. Turn your memories into a one-of-a-kind piece of art!

This "kintsugi" experience isn't about intentionally breaking a plate; instead, you will piece together fragments of authentic traditional pottery—sourced from kilns across Japan—to create a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry. Most participants are trying their hand at jewelry making for the very first time, so beginners are warmly welcome. Turn the memories of your trip to Japan into a treasure you can wear every day back home.

Step back into the golden age of manga and experience how legendary artists once worked. This beginner-friendly class is supervised by a professional manga artist and is easy to follow, even if it’s your first time drawing manga. You’ll feel like a mangaka from the 1970s—the era of Osamu Tezuka—by using traditional tools such as dip pens and screen tones. Start by practicing inking techniques, learn how to draw classic manga-style hair, and apply screen tones just as professionals did before digital tools existed. As the class progresses, you’ll move from guided practice to creating your own manga drawing from a blank page. Enjoy the satisfaction of completing your artwork by hand and take your finished piece home as a memorable keepsake. This hands-on experience is perfect for anyone who has ever thought, “I want to draw manga” or “I want to learn professional techniques from the past.”

Immersive Japanese Calligraphy Experience Your experience begins by choosing your favorite tools from hundreds of traditional brushes, inkstones, and paperweights, connecting you to the culture immediately. Next, our English-speaking staff will introduce the basics. You will learn how to hold the brush and practice simple lines on hanshi paper to find your rhythm. Then, choose a meaningful Kanji—like "Love," "Dream," or your name—and practice with step-by-step guidance. First-time visitors can join with complete confidence. Finally, create your masterpiece on premium paper. We provide protective packaging for international travel, so you can safely pack this perfect souvenir in your suitcase!

This experience combines learning the profound philosophy and history of Kintsugi with hands-on creation designed to be effortlessly fun for everyone. you Urushi-free technique is safe for all ages and skill levels, guaranteeing you will complete your own unique, stylish accessory (for decoration/wearing only, not for tableware). If this workshop sparks your interest in the traditional 15th-century Kintsugi, we also offer Authentic Kintsugi Workshop.

Step into the world of Nohgaku, Japan’s 650-year-old classical performing art and a UNESCO-recognized cultural treasure. This immersive program takes place in a privately rented, authentic cypress-wood Noh theater in Shibuya. Begin by watching a graceful shimai dance, then learn the history, meaning, and aesthetics of Noh through explanations and close-up viewing of real masks and costumes. Practice basic postures and movements with professional performers, walk the sacred hashigakari bridgeway, and explore the usually inaccessible Kagami-no-Ma backstage room. You’ll also enjoy a Noh mask wearing experience and photo opportunity, offering a rare chance to step into the role of a performer. The tour concludes with a second dance, allowing you to appreciate the art on a deeper level.

Other geisha banquet tours often include only 2 geisha. This geisha banquet special course, however, is exceptionally luxurious with 3 geisha. To fully appreciate the geisha's performances of songs and dances, it is ideal to have a total of three or more performers (including dancers and musicians such as singers, shamisen players, and accompanists). Please enjoy the splendid 'Gei' (arts) of the geisha in Kagurazaka. - Venue in the traditional Geisha district of Kagurazaka, Tokyo - Dinner course including sashimi at a famous authentic Japanese restaurant - Private traditional musical performance of Geisha (songs, dances, Shamisen music) - Traditional games with Geisha - Families with children are more than welcome!

Learn how to make sushi from scratch in this private cooking class that’s designed for beginners. Prepare different styles such as sushi rolls and nigiri, with step-by-step guidance and the freedom to ask questions during the session. To make this experience as hassle-free as possible, all ingredients are provided, and you can feast on your sushi creations at the end.

Enjoy a unique cultural workshop that combines Japanese craftsmanship and traditional music. Guided by a master artisan, you will make your own chopsticks using shamisen wood, then learn the basics of playing the shamisen. This special experience connects the beauty of handmade craft with the sound of one of Japan’s most iconic instruments. You will take home your handmade chopsticks as a meaningful souvenir from Japan. ・Make your own chopsticks using shamisen wood ・Learn the basics of shamisen from a master artisan ・Experience Japanese craftsmanship and music in one workshop ・Take home a unique handmade souvenir

16 minutes from Shinjuku on the Odakyu Line express train to ”Seijo Gakuenmae Station”, 1 minute walk. First, you will change into a yukata. Then you will enjoy matcha and sweets. Then you will learn manners and dance. The song will be "Sakura Sakura" for Level 1. Depending on the number of participants on the day, it may be possible to change to "Ue o Muite Arukou" for Level 2 or "First Love" for Level 3. The lesson will be conducted using a translator and my poor English. You don't need to bring anything. Tabi socks, underwear, yukata, obi, and fans are all available for rental.(You can participate in casual clothes.)

- Book your course in advance: a) wheel throwing or b) hand-building. - Learn from an experienced instructor - Just a 1-minute walk from Nishigahara Station (Tokyo Metro Namboku Line) - Beginner-friendly, hands-on class in a Tokyo studio - Clay, tools, matcha-tea, and snacks included

Create your own colorful maneki-neko in a painting workshop in Asakusa and Take home a unique handmade souvenir from Japan to remember your trip

Authentic Japanese Crafting: Use traditional planing tools (kanna) to shape real wood from scratch, Laser Personalization: Engrave your name, kanji, or a special souvenir date directly onto your custom chopsticks, Fast and Practical Souvenir Finish in just 40 minutes and take your handmade, functional masterpiece home the same day! Zero Language Barrier: Full support in English makes it completely stress-free for beginner crafters, Prime Asakusa Location: Conveniently steps away from Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise.

Begin by choosing your perfect pair of chopsticks from 20 types of wood and two lengths.Place them on the stand and carefully shape them with a traditional plane.Smooth the tips and edges with sandpaper, then finish with a coat of natural oil.In about one hour, you’ll create a pair of chopsticks that’s uniquely yours.