Top Musashino Art & Culture Classes

Experience authentic Japanese calligraphy in a small, English-friendly class in Kichijoji. Learn the basics of brush writing, practice your name or favorite kanji, and create a traditional fan or decorative paper to take home. All materials are provided, making it easy to join during your trip. Discover the beauty, mindfulness, and spirit of Japanese culture through this relaxing hands-on experience.

Step into the world of Kabuki through this hands-on Kumadori makeup experience in Kichijoji, Tokyo. Kumadori is the bold red makeup style used in traditional Kabuki theater to portray heroic characters and powerful emotions through dramatic lines and color. During the experience, you’ll learn the meaning behind the designs and recreate the iconic red “Shibaraku” Kumadori look yourself, step by step. Unlike a typical makeover, this is a fully interactive cultural experience where you become part of the performance tradition. Take photos freely during the session — your transformed look will definitely turn heads on social media. To finish, you’ll create your own “Kumadori Face Print” by pressing the makeup onto a traditional Japanese hand towel, inspired by the authentic Kabuki art of Oshiguma. It’s a one-of-a-kind souvenir you can only make here. A fun, immersive, and unforgettable way to experience a different side of Japanese culture beyond the usual tourist spots.