Top Kanto Classes & Workshops

The class takes place in a private home studio, conveniently located just a 1-minute walk from the station and close to Tokyo Skytree. You will be greeted by the instructor, Michiko, who will start with a short introduction about the traditions behind wagashi and its importance in Japanese culture. You will then learn how to make daifuku, mitarashi dango (mochi on skewers), and warabi mochi. The class concludes with a tasting session served with traditional green tea. Michiko is a certified Wagashi Instructor and fluent in English, so she'll be happy to share insights into local life as well as advice on where to shop or sightsee in Tokyo.

Experience authentic Japanese practical martial arts and realistic self-defense principles in a private setting in Tokyo. Unlike competitive sports, this hands-on workshop focuses on body mechanics, leverage, and practical defense maneuvers against common threats such as grabs, strikes, and weapon attacks (knives and sticks). Designed for all fitness levels—including complete beginners, solo travelers, and women—you will learn highly effective, instinctive movements in a friendly and supportive environment. Discover the profound wisdom of traditional Japanese martial arts tailored for modern personal safety.

Authentic Atmosphere: Experience real Japanese heritage inside a beautifully restored 80-year-old classic house in Asakusa. Learn from Experts: Discover how to properly measure, wash, and cook delicious Japanese rice using a pressure cooker, guided by a local shop owner. Easy 3-Step Technique: Master the art of shaping onigiri with a simple method that anyone can learn—perfect for beginners! Traditional Dress-up: Try wrapping a traditional Tenugui (Japanese cotton hand towel) around your head using two traditional styles for great photo opportunities. Custom Bento Creation: Craft your personalized onigiri bento box and enjoy your home-cooked meal on-site. Seamless Communication: Conducted with visual English guide cards, flips, and translation devices to ensure full engagement and interaction.

Discover a unique Japanese cultural experience in Tokyo by transforming your name into personalized Kanji art. • Create a one-of-a-kind artwork featuring Kanji chosen specifically for you, based on the sound, meaning, personality, and impression of your name. • Discover the meaning and story behind your Kanji with guidance from a Japanese calligraphy master. • Choose from original hand-painted watercolor backgrounds, each one unique and created by the artist. • Enjoy an immersive and personal experience that offers a deeper connection to Japanese language, calligraphy, and culture. • Take home a meaningful, one-of-a-kind artwork as a memorable souvenir from your trip to Japan. • Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, friends, and anyone looking for a unique and personal Japanese experience!

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.

Create your own signature perfume and make lasting memories at KAORI Fragrance Workshop in Asakusa. Blend hidden fragrances using pure intuition, then personalize your creation with colorful and glitter effects for an extra touch of creativity. Take home exclusive keepsakes, including a personalized certificate and special souvenirs, while enjoying one of Asakusa’s most unique and creative experiences.

Join a small-group cooking class in Tokyo designed for travelers looking for a fun, beginner-friendly cultural activity. Learn how to make a "Pokemon"-inspired kyaraben (character bento) using rice and simple ingredients, with step-by-step guidance that removes the guesswork for first-timers. Shape and decorate your own themed bento from scratch, then sit down to enjoy your creation with the rest of the group.

◆ Combine a cooking lesson with a sushi meal ◆ Practice under the guidance of a licensed instructor ◆ Lesson takes place in our state-of-the-art Grand TJT facility near Tokyo Tower ◆ Dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice (vegan, kosher, halal, etc.) Students will make the following two types of sushi: ・Gunkan Zushi: Rice wrapped in nori seaweed topped with soft ingredients such as salmon roe, cod roe, or minced tuna ・Nigiri Zushi: Classical style sushi: rice topped with ingredients such as tuna, shrimp, white fish, etc. ◆ Upgrade your experience to include a sake or tea tasting session (additional cost).

Satisfy your sweet tooth in this activity near Tokyo Tower that is fun for all the family. Master the methods of traditional Japanese sweet making with a licensed instructor, while learning the history of Japanese confections, and create some of Japan's best-known sweets. Then enjoy your creations in combination with a tasting session of 3 of Japan’s best teas. Highlights of this program: ◆ Learn how to make traditional Japanese sweets from a professional ◆ Enjoy three kinds of Japanese tea chosen by a gold medal-winning instructor ◆ Find out all about the history and culture of Japanese sweets and tea ◆ Make eye-catching Japanese sweets in our state-of-the-art facility in Shiba Park

With the guidance of a Japanese food and culture expert, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of wagashi and Japanese food culture, including the importance of seasonality, ingredient selection, and traditional aesthetics. As part of the class, you will also visit a local supermarket to explore Japanese ingredients used in wagashi.

Enjoy a personalized evening of good food and wine with an experienced cook and sommelier in her own home. Your hostess will teach you to prepare a number of delicious Japanese dishes, which you’ll then eat together afterwards, alongside perfectly matched wines. More than a good meal out, you’ll get to see how Tokyo residents live and learn from a local.

Enjoy an authentic cooking class with Miyuki, an English teacher and a home chef, who enjoys cooking for her friends and family. She will introduce you to Japanese everyday meals, simple, easy recipes cooked using fresh, seasonal and local produce. This is the kind of food you will find in a home and not necessarily in a restaurant. Join Miyuki in her home kitchen for your 45 min cooking class, learn to cook teishoku (Japanese style set menu) or chirashizushi (Japanese style sushi bowl) or Japanese curry. After cooking, sit down to share the meal you helped prepare.

Join your host in her apartment for a private, 1.5-hour Japanese cooking demonstration. Learn to make dashi, the essential base for dishes like nikujaga and miso soup, using traditional ingredients such as shoyu, sake, and mirin. Enjoy a delicious meal with sake or beer while connecting with Toshiko and her family over laughter and conversation. A unique, truly local experience perfect for couples and families alike!

-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.

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.

You can experience matcha (powdered green tea). You can make your own powdered green tea and drink it with Wagashi(Japanese sweets). The matcha experience takes place at a temple that houses the Big Buddha, which is rare in Tokyo. Visitors can experience matcha while looking at the Big Buddha right in front of them. The opportunity to experience matcha at a temple is a rare and special one. Wagashi can be changed to “Jo namagashi” (high-grade Japanese fresh confections) as an option. (Upgrade to beautiful fresh confections)

The Bamboo Lantern Workshop offers a unique experience to enjoy traditional Japanese bamboo craftsmanship in a peaceful space, away from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo. Its excellent location, just a short distance from the attractive Ginza area, is another highlight. With the careful guidance of skilled artisans, even beginners can comfortably create their own bamboo lanterns or chopsticks. The finished pieces will serve as special memories of your trip to Japan and treasured gifts for loved ones. The workshop also offers English support, so international guests can join with confidence. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the calming atmosphere of Japan's traditional culture in the heart of the city.

- Authentic sushi-making experience with a master chef - 2-hour hands-on workshop in a small group (up to 6) - Learn all steps of sushi-making - Class conducted in Japanese with a professional English interpreter

For those who feel that a simple temple tour is not enough. This activity is not “sightseeing” but "experience. You will experience a day in the life of a monk, including changing clothes, cleaning, sutra copying, gomagyo, zazen, vegetarian cooking, and more... It is like turning on the switch to a “life in training mode,” and you will experience an extraordinary experience. Moreover, the “Goma Gyogyo” in which fire dances in the silence and the time spent facing oneself through sutra chanting are such profound “self resetting” experiences that they cannot be posted on SNS. Interpreters will be provided, so you don't need to speak anything but English. This is a chance to dive into authentic Buddhist culture in its entirety! This is a limited number of participants and a very popular experience, so reserve your spot now!

Immerse yourself in the culinary tradition of Japan with a hands-on sushi-making class just one stop from Shinjuku, in a traditional Japanese shopping street area. Guided by a sushi chef with over 10 years of experience, this 1.5-hour lesson offers detailed instruction in both rolled sushi (makizushi) and nigiri sushi techniques. The experience also includes a fun sushi quiz featuring surprising facts and trivia about sushi history — even most Japanese people don’t know them! Perfect for all skill levels, you’ll create and enjoy your own sushi while capturing memorable photos along the way. With small group sizes, you’ll receive plenty of personal attention and leave with not only delicious sushi, but also a deeper connection to Japanese cuisine and culture.

Join a special hands-on experience in Ginza where you’ll use the Oshi Face Kit to create a unique Oshi Plush. Designed for beginners, this program makes it easy to craft your own plush character and take it home as a keepsake. Perfect for Oshi-Katsu (Fan Activities) or making unforgettable travel memories. An Oshi Plush, known in Japanese as "Oshinui" is a plush doll inspired by your favorite character, idol, or artist—your “Oshi.” It’s a way to celebrate and personalize your fandom, creating a one-of-a-kind item that makes your fan life even more special. These custom plushies are highly popular among fans who want something truly unique. Choose your favorite combination of facial expressions and hair parts. Trace the chosen hairstyle onto your preferred fabric color, cut it out, and paint the eyes. Attach the selected parts to complete your Oshi-Nui face. Add a chain so you can carry it with you.

Begin by meeting your instructor and learning about the traditional Kumi-ki Art (wood joinery) technique. Hear about the history of Izumo timber, known as the “Land of the Gods,” and its significance in Japanese craftsmanship. Next, start crafting your coaster. Combine wooden parts using the time-honored joinery method, guided by your instructor. Enjoy the natural aroma and warmth of the wood as you work. Finish your coaster by fixing the pieces with adhesive. Admire your completed piece, a perfect, memorable souvenir from your trip.

Begin your experience with an introduction to the program. Then, choose your design from famous Ukiyo-e prints by masters like Katsushika Hokusai and Utagawa Hiroshige. Next, use colored pencils or markers to freely add color. Blend traditional style with your own creativity to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Take your finished artwork home in a clear file, perfect as a travel souvenir. Discover the joy of Japanese art in a relaxing, hands-on session that welcomes beginners and enthusiasts alike. Our friendly guidance ensures you feel confident as you explore vibrant colors and timeless designs. This is more than an art activity—it’s a cultural experience that sparks creativity and leaves you with a unique keepsake or a thoughtful gift. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in tradition while creating something truly personal!

Love samurai culture but also obsessed with anime? Ever wanted to fight like your favorite anime character? This experience combines authentic sword basics with cinematic anime action. In just two hours, you'll learn proper sword handling, simple strikes, and blocks before mastering an epic anime-inspired signature move and performing a choreographed fight scene. We'll teach you how to move safely, perform confidently on camera, and make every moment look as dynamic and cinematic as possible. After the experience, your footage will be professionally edited with cinematic pacing, anime-inspired visual effects, dynamic sound effects, and epic music to create your very own action sequence. The final result always surprises guests!