Top Tokyo Art & Culture Classes

Create your own pair of high quality wooden chopsticks in the heart of Asakusa, just steps from the iconic Senso ji Temple. This interactive workshop offers a unique glimpse into Japanese craftsmanship, as friendly instructors guide you through every step from shaping and sanding to finishing your chopsticks. Personalization options allow you to add colors and engravings, making your creation a one of a kind souvenir. Ideal for families and couples, this cultural activity provides a memorable experience that connects you with Japan's rich traditions.

Pottery is an art form deeply embedded in Japanese culture. As a visitor, it can be difficult to find a way to experience it. This tour offers just that. You can learn how to make pottery from a sensei (teacher) in central Tokyo.

We offer a hands-on workshop where you can experience handmade washi, a traditional Japanese craft. Tosa Washi, with over 1,000 years of history, is one of Japan’s top three washi papers. Known for its strength and warmth, it’s easy to try and makes for a memorable Asakusa experience—perfect for fans of crafts or Japanese culture. After a short video on Tosa Washi’s history and process, you’ll wear traditional workwear (samue) and make washi postcards with help from a friendly instructor. In both the Plain Paper Plan and Colored Paper Plan, you’ll handcraft four plain postcards. The Colored Paper Plan includes an extra step: layering beautiful Rakusuishi—lace-like decorative washi—on top. You can choose your favorite four colors. The workshop is full of smiles and surprise at the beauty of the finished paper. Take home your handmade washi as a special souvenir.

This activity is unique because it blends hands on artistry with deep cultural meaning. You won’t just repair pottery you’ll learn the Kintsugi philosophy of finding beauty in imperfections, using real urushi lacquer and gold powder to highlight the cracks rather than hide them. Guided by a skilled Tokyo artisan in a peaceful Asakusa studio, you’ll create a one of a kind piece that reflects mindfulness, renewal, and Japanese aesthetics an experience you won’t find in ordinary craft classes.

Turn something old into something new during this lesson in the Japanese art of "Kintsugi," the practice of repairing broken pottery, and there's a chance you'll get to see Master Taku on the day of your visit. Stemming from a Japanese belief that breakage and repair are part of the history of an object, rather than a reason to throw them away, your class involves repairing damaged items (plates are provided; personal items are not allowed) with lacquer mixed with gold. Don a "samue" as you refinish one traditional pottery item, leaving you with a newfound appreciation for Japanese aesthetics and a unique souvenir.

Create your own wooden chopsticks in a hands-on workshop in Tokyo. Learn traditional techniques and take home your personalized chopsticks as a unique souvenir. - Craft your own wooden chopsticks using traditional tools and techniques - Learn about the cultural significance of chopsticks in Japan - Take home your personalized chopsticks as a unique souvenir or gift - Enjoy a fun and relaxing workshop, perfect for beginners and travelers - Discover the beauty of Japanese craftsmanship in a timeless neighborhood

Experience making a handmade ring by hammering the texture using the Japanese traditional style called "Tankin." You will choose your favorite material, thickness, and texture, and then use special hammers and tools to customize your own ring. The entire process takes around 1 hour. Staff will carefully explain the steps and help you take remembrance photos. This workshop is highly recommended for a high-quality gift or souvenir. Embrace your creativity and enjoy our unique experience in Japan.

Guests can punch, shape, file, and polish their own rings from scratch in a hands-on workshop experience, creating a truly personal piece of jewelry. Whether crafting matching rings for couples, meaningful keepsakes with friends or family, or a unique design for themselves, each participant takes home a one-of-a-kind handcrafted treasure as a lasting memory of Tokyo.

Discover Tokyo's must-see landmarks on the deluxe coach tour including a Matcha experience, admission to Skytree, and a Tokyo Bay ferry(sometimes no cruise). Stroll the natural scenery at Meiji Shrine and drive past Akihabara, Ueno and other major attractions en route to the Imperial Palace. Then explore Asakusa with historical temples, shopping, matcha tea and Japanese Izakaya Lunch! In the afternoon, enjoy a 360° panoramic view from Tokyo Sky Tree and relaxing at Tokyo Bay Cruise. Return to Shinjuku while enjoy the view of the Tokyo city. ・Discover Tokyo's the most iconic landmarks on the coach tour efficiently ・Try Authentic Matcha experience & IZAKAYA Lunch at Historical place, Asakusa ・Benefit from skip-the-line admission to skytree which is the tallest broadcasting tower in the world ・Get a light breeze of Tokyo Bay Ferry (sometimes no cruise) ・A Professional English-speaking guide attend this tour ・Also, multilingual audio guidance is available in EN, FR, IT, ES, DE, PT, UK

Create your own original pair of jeans using premium Okayama denim in the heart of Tokyo’s iconic Harajuku district. This hands-on workshop at Daruma Jeans lets you customize key details such as patches, buttons, and rivets while learning about Japanese denim craftsmanship and culture. Guided by experienced staff in a beginner-friendly environment, you’ll gain insight into how authentic Japanese jeans are crafted while exploring the connection between Harajuku’s street fashion culture and Japanese denim craftsmanship. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and friends, this unique Tokyo experience combines fashion, creativity, and Japanese craftsmanship in one memorable activity. Take home a one-of-a-kind pair of jeans made by you — not just a souvenir, but a wearable memory from Japan. “Made in Japan. Crafted by You.”

With this hands-on class, you can gain a very special memento from your Japan trip—a piece of pearl jewelry that you’ve made yourself. Enjoy the rare opportunity to see real pearls in their shells—sourced in southern Japan—and then choose to make a jewelry item of your preference, such as a ring or necklace.

Make your visit to Japan more seamless by securing your private airport transfer from Narita Airport in advance. This service is flexible, letting you choose from destinations including Tokyo, Osaka, Mount Fuji, and Yokohama. Your driver has the know-how to navigate traffic in the area efficiently, and you can tailor the private experience to your needs.

Visit Mt. Fuji and other area highlights in one day, without the hassle of arranging multiple stops and activities, on this day tour from Tokyo. Enjoy the ease of comfortable transportation and a guide, who will accompany you to Mt. Fuji's 5th Station. Take a short boat cruise on Lake Ashi, then climb by aerial tram to the top of Mt. Komagatake before returning to Tokyo by bullet train.

Skip the more generic kimono rental services in Tokyo by choosing this small-group experience. Tailor your outfit to your tastes by choosing from a variety of vintage kimonos. Your selection will be customized to your size, you'll learn how to wear it, and you'll take photos in the final product.

Simplify a trip to Mount Fuji, and leave the logistics, planning, and organization to your driver-guide, on this private full-day tour. Well-suited for travelers staying in Tokyo, simply choose from a selection of vehicles to suit your group size, and relax as you explore Mount Fuji and its highlights. There's no need to plot a route yourself; enjoy a flexible itinerary that includes the 5th Station, lakes, shrines, and more.

Seeking out the well-concealed back-alley bars of Tokyo's Shinjuku district is notoriously tricky for outsiders. Take the guesswork out of your trip on this guided tour that takes you barhopping to Izakaya bars in two different alleyways in Shinjuku with a small group. Experience the backstreets of Tokyo and authentic street food and drinks (included) while your guide shares insights into local culture in this atmospheric part of the city.

We are a traditional braiding company established in 1652 in Tokyo, Japan. We specialises in a Japanese craft technique called Kumihimo which was traditionally used extensively in Japanese garments and accessories such as imperial court costumes, sword knots and sash bands for kimono. 　　　　　　　　　　　　 For many years, we have been privileged to serve imperial family and been responsible for re-production of national treasure pieces in museums. As a company with a history and a desire to preserve the craftsmanship for future generations, we handmake all, from spinning silk threads to dying and braiding, and maintain the very highest standards of quality. We will allow visitors to experience the essence of Japan's traditional crafts by viewing historical kumihimo archives and watching demonstrations by artisans to observe the kumihimo production process.

Shape and craft your own customized knife. Choose the type, sharpen the blade, engrave your name in Japanese or sakura leaves on the handle and attach it with a hammer. A unique indoor activity in the heart of Tokyo featuring beautiful Japanese art of making knifes!

Artistic travelers and anyone interested in Japanese pop culture will enjoy a small-group manga- and anime-drawing class with a professional artist. Whether you draw regularly or are a complete beginner, your instructor will walk you through the process step-by-step and teach you new skills. Learn to come up with manga/anime ideas, sketch, add color, and more.

Learn about Chado, an ancient zen tea ceremony, with this guided experience in Tokyo. Immerse yourself in an authentic tearoom equipped with tatami mats and learn to prepare a bowl of matcha tea. Sample multiple types of tea and learn your preferences. Enjoy three kinds of local Japanese confectionary, too.

Instead of buying chopsticks from a shop, create a handmade pair during this traditional woodworking experience in Tokyo. Learn to shape raw wood using a Japanese hand plane, with step-by-step guidance on techniques that you wouldn’t pick up from a video. Then, finish at the end with a beautiful souvenir to remember your time in Japan.

Skip the tourist traps and experience the Tokyo nightlife just like a local. This small-group experience takes you on a tour of the Shinjuku district's many *izakayas*, informal Japanese watering holes. Enjoy a range of classic Japanese dishes at several different izakayas in Golden Gai and Shinjuku, accompanied by drinks, and experience Shinjuku at its most atmospheric: after dark.

What makes this experience truly unique is the opportunity to create a functional Japanese knife through a hands-on process guided by a local craftsman in historic Asakusa. Rather than simply observing, guests actively take part in shaping and refining their own blade using whetstones, gaining firsthand insight into the precision, patience, and craftsmanship that define Japanese knife-making. The small-group setting allows for personal instruction in a calm, welcoming workshop, making the experience accessible to beginners while remaining deeply authentic. Guests leave not only with a handcrafted knife, but with a genuine connection to one of Japan’s most respected artisan traditions.