Top Kyoto Painting Classes

If you love to create, and want to learn a traditional Japanese art, try making Washi paper. Enjoy designing paper using seasonal pressed flowers and leaves. Make a set of postcards, a table-mat, wraparound lampshade, or tapestry panel. Bring home a unique handmade souvenir in only 60 minutes. Or, choose to add an additional hour so you can make more gifts for friends and family.

Why don't you try "Rokets dye craftsman experience" in Kyoto !! "Draw by yourself and dye by yourself" This is the only workshop where you can experience 100% of bucket dyeing. Enjoy a full-fledged dyeing experience easily The entire journey takes about 90-120 minutes and can be taken home on the day. If you have your own sketch Original works can also be produced.

Flow of plan 1 Greetings, explanation of how to use the brush (5 minutes) 2 paper sketches & practice (10 minutes)  (For foreigners, call on a calligraphy experience where you write your name in Japanese. Please take it home as a work.) Let's draw on 3 fabrics! Combine your favorite color (40 minutes) 4We do heat treatment and give work on the spot (5 minutes) Let's draw your favorite character and picture freely with your favorite color! There are no rules for producing works! Let's enjoy it at will, totally freely! Of course, if there is a consultation such as "what kind of design is good", the staff will be happy to support you, so please rest assured. With a small number of people, please enjoy the production slowly. You can sit in the chair and enjoy painting at your own pace in the renovated Kyomachiya store. After the experience, heat treatment on the spot, so you can take your work home.

Dive into traditional Japanese culture by taking a calligraphy class in the middle of Kyoto. Discover the beauty of one of the oldest traditional art forms in Japan and learn how to use the correct brush movements to make beautiful kanji characters. Choose a kanji character to write and write your own name in Japanese. Afterward, you’ll have beautiful piece of calligraphy art to take home as a keepsake.

This is the only ramen workshop in Kyoto run by a ramen restaurant, and our classes have many vegetarian and vegan customers. You will paint your Ramen spoons on the second floor of the restaurant. The ramen bowls and ramen spoons will be baked in a special kiln overnight for free. You can actually take the bowls home and use them. You can also display them at home. After that, you will cook Michelin-starred ramen under the guidance of a chef in the professional kitchen on the first floor. All the ingredients prepared by the chef are brought in from nearby Musoushin Ramen. Finally, you will eat the delicious ramen that you cooked yourself. Michelin-starred ramen that you cooked yourself is the best!

Discover the beauty of Japanese culture by learning the art of traditional calligraphy. You'll not only pick up a unique new skill, but also take home authentic, hand-crafted Japanese souvenirs! ● English instruction available ● Watch the video below for a glimpse of the class experience. ● Spots fill up quickly, so be sure to reserve your place today!

Create a fun papier mâché figurine and personalise with paints Take home a souvenir/memento of your trip to Kyoto that you made by yourself Enjoy a complimentary drink & traditional Japanese confectionery of your choice Discover the historically significant temples & shrines in the surrounding areas

Experience Japanese Calligraphy in a traditional Machiya in Kyoto. Calligraphy is an important part of Japanese culture, involving the art of Kanji characters with sumi ink on white paper. Each artist brings their unique style, adding charm and making each piece distinct. Painting Kanji characters may seem challenging, but it becomes easier if you approach it as if you were drawing a pictograph or picture. Under the careful guidance of an experienced instructor, even beginners will be able write beautifully. Create your own calligraphy work and spend a relaxing time in a traditional Kyoto townhouse.

Nestled along the serene Takase River in historic Kyoto, a traditional townhouse invites you to explore the art of calligraphy. The workshop begins with a calming meditation session led by an instructor certified in yoga and pilates, designed to enhance your focus and immerse you in the tranquil beauty of this ancient practice. Whether you're a novice or have some experience, you’ll learn about posture, grip, and brush techniques, and create your own original artwork on colored paper or a postcard. Leave with a unique piece that reflects your emotions and serves as a beautiful souvenir of your experience.

Experience Japanese calligraphy as a mindful, meditative practice, not just a technique Held in a 100-year-old Kyoto machiya, offering a rare and authentic cultural setting Guided by a Japanese female calligraphy artist, with English support for ease and comfort Learn and write Zen words that reflect your inner state and personal meaning A small-group, intimate experience designed for calm and deep connection Take home your own handwritten artwork — a meaningful and personal souvenir No experience needed — perfect for beginners seeking a deeper cultural experience

Have you ever tried Japanese calligraphy or Japanese picture letters on iPad? As part of this workshop, you will be introduced to both traditional and digital calligraphy as well as how to make Japanese picture letters called Etegami, in a traditional setting.Come experience an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind art experience, whether you are traveling alone, with friends, or with your family!This workshop is led by Ami and her team of professional artists and creators. About Ami ・ Studied digital art in the UK ・Her Youtube channel named amity_sensei, introduces creative uses of iPad, which currently has over 340,000 subscribers ・Founded Japan's first creative school in 2020 called iPadmate kids, helping kids unlock their creative potential through iPad Check our studio's video! We are all looking forward to meeting you here in Kyoto!

Step into a 150-year-old Kyoto townhouse and enjoy a fully private cultural experience at Onishi Tsune Shoten, a renowned folding fan atelier with over a century of history. This exclusive, one-group-only program invites you to take part in the fan-painting process—one of the most artistic steps in traditional sensu making. Your hand-painted fan will be finished by skilled artisans and shipped to your home overseas, making it a truly personal and lasting keepsake. After painting, you'll try Tosenkyo, a refined fan-tossing game from the Edo period. Though simple in concept, this elegant pastime blends grace, strategy, and quiet focus. You'll learn how to play from the basics—how to hold, throw, and score—before enjoying a friendly match to test your skills. This program is conducted entirely for your group, ensuring an intimate and undisturbed encounter with Kyoto’s living traditions. Escape the crowds and enjoy a rare, hands-on cultural experience in a serene, historic setting.

Uncover the heart of Japanese tradition in a hands-on Kintsugi class. Restore ceramics with real gold using natural Urushi lacquer, guided by artisans trained under a Kintsugi Master. Choose from antique or modern pieces and create a one-of-a-kind souvenir that symbolizes beauty in imperfection. In just 90–120 minutes you'll gain cultural insight, artistic skills and a deeper connection to Japanese heritage. A meaningful, immersive experience you won’t find anywhere else, perfect for curious travelers seeking more than just sightseeing. *Please note that the duration of the course vary from 90-120 minutes. *If you would like a guide to accompany you, please choose the option with guides included during checkout.

Take a deep dive into the art of traditional Japanese handcrafts at the Kyoto Shibori Museum by learning how to dye silk scarf using the sekka shibori method. At the end of your private class you'll have a beautiful scarf to serve as a souvenir of your trip to Kyoto.

Kyoto’s beautiful area of Arashiyama is known for its bamboo groves, but instead of being stuck in crowds—this small-group activity offers a completely different experience. Enjoy a hands-on lesson in a bamboo craftsman’s house and learn how to make your own bamboo souvenir—such as an LED lantern, sake bottle, teacup, or even a smartphone holder.

Your kids will have the opportunity to share fun experiences with local kids and learn more about Japanese culture. This is the only place in Kyoto where you can do this. You can enjoy sightseeing in Kyoto while your kids do fun activities with us.