Top Tokyo Craft Classes - page 3

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from $137

Create your own handmade souvenir while learning a new skill and gaining greater insight into Japanese culture during a private calligraphy session. Choose whether you want to paint your Japanese kanji character onto a t-shirt, a lantern, or a traditional folding umbrella. Your private instructor tells you all you need to know to create beautiful calligraphy, plus enjoy Japanese sweets and green tea while you work.

The guest from Holland is a Karate learner so he wanted to write Karate on the T-shirt practicing the Kanji on a peice of paper so seriouly.

Create Your Own Kanji T-Shirt or Lantern near Tokyo Skytree

Tokyo is a shopper’s dream, but this hands-on private shoe-making class offers something you can’t buy off the shelf—a custom pair of shoes, designed by you. Choose your preferred size, color, and eco-friendly materials; sketch your design, and assemble a draft. Then, wait for the magic to happen as a professional shoemaker crafts and delivers your personalized pair during your stay in Tokyo.

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from $38

Tokyo Original Shoes Making 1 Day Workshop / Ready made orders

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Real Samurai & Ninja Experience in Tokyo, 80‑Min Hands‑On Session

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from $157

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from $159

Japanese flower arranging (Ikebana) Experience/Workshop in Tokyo

Make Your Silver 950 Ring in Asakusa, Tokyo with Free Engraving

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from $100

Your experience begins at a historic dyeing workshop, in operation since 1914, where artisans have preserved the tradition of Edo Komon and Edo Sarasa patterns. Here, you’ll design and decorate your own tote bag using a traditional stencil dyeing technique—no experience needed! You'll also get a glimpse into the craftsmanship behind these intricate patterns as you explore the workshop. With your custom tote bag in hand, you’ll visit Higo Hosokawa Garden, a peaceful Japanese garden with seasonal beauty all year round. Stroll through elegant pathways, take in the scenic pond views, and capture stunning photos of your handcrafted bag against a backdrop of cherry blossoms, autumn foliage, or lush greenery—depending on the season. To add a nostalgic touch to your journey, you’ll also hop on the Tokyo Sakura Tram, a charming streetcar that has been running for over a century. It offers a rare opportunity to experience one of Tokyo’s last tram lines and its retro atmosphere.

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from $38

Waseda: Dyeing Workshop and Japanese Garden

Waseda: Dyeing Workshop and Japanese Garden

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Traveling Tokyo with children can be busy. This is your private afternoon to slow down — 3 hours with a Japanese mother and her 11-year-old son in Hiroo. One family per session. You can buy a souvenir anywhere in Tokyo. You cannot buy this. Children learn origami face-to-face with my 11-year-old son. No shared language needed — just paper, hands, and laughter. For younger children, simple Japanese games adjusted to age and mood. Children arrive nervous and leave waving goodbye to a new Japanese friend. While your children play happily with my son, you can fully relax and focus on your own one-of-a-kind kanji name artwork. I research 2–3 kanji candidates a week before you arrive. Together we choose, practice, and finish on shikishi or uchiwa — ready to take home. Children receive discounted rates by age (from ¥4,000). All materials and snacks included. Best for families with children ages 5–12. Teens, couples, and solo adults also welcome.

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from $94

Tokyo Private Family Workshop: Make a Japanese Friend, Mom & Son

Tokyo Private Family Workshop: Make a Japanese Friend, Mom & Son

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience Japanese culture in a hands-on and memorable way with this special two-hour tour featuring a Daruma painting workshop. Begin your experience by painting your own Daruma, a traditional Japanese doll known as a symbol of good luck, perseverance, and goal-setting. As you design and decorate your Daruma, you will also learn about its cultural meaning and the role it has played in Japanese tradition. At the end of the workshop, you will take home your hand-painted Daruma as a one-of-a-kind souvenir and a lasting reminder of your time in Japan. ・Paint your own traditional Japanese Daruma in a fun hands-on workshop ・Learn the cultural meaning of Daruma as a symbol of luck and personal goals ・Create a meaningful keepsake to take home from your trip to Japan ・Enjoy the experience with friendly local instructors in a welcoming atmosphere

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from $63

Tokyo: Paint Your Own Daruma - Japanese Good Luck Charm

Tokyo: Paint Your Own Daruma - Japanese Good Luck Charm

For centuries, broken pottery in Japan has been fixed and arguably made more beautiful with gold glue. This practice, known as kintsugi, is a great way to slow down and immerse yourself in Japanese culture during your vacation. Spend a couple of relaxing hours learning how to restore your own piece of crockery in an intimate, small group workshop while sipping matcha tea and munching on local sweets.

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from $57

Intimate&Authentic Kintsugi&Matcha Experience in Shibuya, Tokyo

Intimate&Authentic Kintsugi&Matcha Experience in Shibuya, Tokyo

2 hours

Join a full-day guided tour from Tokyo that travels to Mt Fuji, then continues to nearby Lake Ashi and the Mt Komagatake Ropeway. Enjoy the ease of comfortable transportation and a knowledgeable guide, who will accompany you to the revered Mt Fuji's 5th Station. Take a short boat cruise on Lake Ashi and climb by aerial tram to the top of Mt Komagatake for views of Mt Fuji. Return to Tokyo by bullet train in the evening after taking in some of Japan’s iconic highlights.

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from $138

Mt Fuji & Hakone Tour: Cruise, Drum Show & Bullet Train Return

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $170

Experience Award-Winning Spa Treatments in Downtown Tokyo

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Workshop of Handmade Traditional Japanese Paper in Tokyo

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from $443

3 hoursFree Cancellation

【¥3,980→Only ¥550】Make Your Own Personalized Chopsticks in Ginza

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from $141

Hand-carved stamps made with craftsmen in Asakusa, Tokyo

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2 hours

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from $90

Why not join a hands-on chopstick-making workshop at Shibuya Scramble Square in vibrant Shibuya and uncover the secrets of Japanese chopstick culture? During this 60-minute experience, you can learn the basics of selecting and using chopsticks while crafting your very own personalized pair. Our staff will also be available to recommend related products for you to purchase on the spot. This workshop is a perfect blend of culture and creativity, ideal for all travelers.

Chopstick Crafting Workshop in Shibuya

Mini Origami Lamp and Mizuhiki knot Belt Workshop in Ueno

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from $63

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

World-First: Calligraphy × Projection Mapping Experience a unique fusion of traditional Japanese calligraphy and cutting-edge digital art. This world-exclusive "Immersive Calligraphy" is a new form of entertainment where your brushstrokes and digital light become one. Wear "Samue" & Take Home Your Art Wear a traditional Samue robe to stay clean and capture perfect photos. After the session, your masterpiece will be placed in a protective tube so you can carry it safely throughout your trip. A Cozy Modern-Traditional Studio Enjoy a peaceful moment of mindfulness in our warm, Japanese-style studio. We provide tables and chairs so everyone can relax and focus on their art without sitting on the floor. Experience Japan’s soul in comfort.

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from $104

Calligraphy & Immersive Digital Art Experience

Calligraphy & Immersive Digital Art Experience

4.9

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from $63

Enjoy sightseeing near Japan’s iconic Mt. Fuji, including a Lake Ashi cruise and a visit to Mt. Komagatake, during this full-day trip by coach from Tokyo. See the celebrated Mt. Fuji during a stop at its famous 5th Station, then take a laid-back boat cruise on beautiful Lake Ashi before touring Mt. Komagatake’s ropeway and summit, offering amazing views of nearby Hakone National Park. Opt to include a Japanese lunch.

Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo

12 hours 35 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $148

Tokyo Making a Lantern Workshop in Asakusa with a Craftsman

What makes this activity special is the rare opportunity to step inside a real, working lantern workshop in Tokyo and learn directly from a skilled chochin craftsman. Rather than a staged experience, guests take part in an authentic hands-on process using traditional washi paper and tools. Each participant creates a one-of-a-kind lantern to take home, making this not just a workshop, but a meaningful cultural experience and a lasting souvenir of Japan.

Tokyo Making a Lantern Workshop in Asakusa with a Craftsman

Immerse yourself in the handmade washi paper making. The workshop begins with an educational introduction to the history and unique characteristics of washi paper. You'll be guided through the entire process, from preparing the raw materials to mastering various papermaking techniques, including the thick washi (tamezuki), water drop (rakusui), thin washi (nagashizuki), and washi with patterns made with washi fibers (unryu) methods, each offering a different texture and design to the paper you create. (All a5 size) Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, our detailed guidance ensures a comfortable and enriching experience for all participants! Beyond the hands-on crafting, the workshop includes our one of a kind washi tea and Japanese snacks, lunch offering a moment to relax. Enjoy not only a new skill but also about feeling the rich textures and expressing your creativity. Recommended for artists, designers, and anyone intrigued by the beauty of handmade crafts.

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from $110

Authentic Handmade Washi Paper Making Workshop in Ueno

Authentic Handmade Washi Paper Making Workshop in Ueno

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Workshop to Create Paper Last for 1,000 years in Ueno

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from $594

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $127

Private Tour: Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and Riverside Walk

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $236

Gluten Free Udon Class in Tokyo

Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class

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from $46

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Robert_S, Jun 2026

Making chopsticks is a great family event!

Making the chopsticks was a blast. Minju was helping us and she gave us great detailed instructions and helped with any difficulties. She had a lot of info on the types of woods we could choose and suggestions for the engraving. A great experience for families; i would definitely recommend to everyone.

Make Your Own Japanese Knife in Tokyo, Asakusa

Steve_J, Jun 2026

I was the only student...

I was the only student during my time slot. Teacher Shiina taught me a little about Japanese knives, and good knife sharpening technique. The result was very very sharp, slice easily through paper. Then I used hot iron to burn Sakura flowers into knife handle. I am very happy with the result and experience. Shiina is delightful and a good teacher.

Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class

Jamie_S, Jun 2026

We thought it was just a way to pass time and get away from the heat, but it turned out to be so so much more!

This was such a fun activity (even my 18 year old boy loved it)! We actually hadn’t planned on doing it. Honestly, we just needed an escape from the heat and a time killer off of our feet before the sumo show nearby. I remembered seeing this activity in Viator awhile ago and decided to look it up again - they had an appointment available in 20 minutes, so we snagged it! And, we were SO glad we did!!! It really was a great time and a wonderful (and useful) item to bring home.

Tokyo Ginza Chopstick Making Workshop

Anil_V, Jun 2026

The studio was easy find...

The studio was easy find in the Ginza area - so, as we booked the class, we made that or Ginza day. Started right on time. The staff were extremely friendly, welcoming, and helpful - and we got four self made, customized and personalized chopsticks in the end!! Would highly recommend for all. I have two teenagers so they were fine, but I also saw kids much younger doing this.

Tokyo: Japanese Knife Craft & Sharpening Workshop in Asakusa

Tom_R, Jun 2026

Gem in Asakusa

I had a great time at this knife making class in Asakusa. The instructor was very knowledgeable and explained the sharpening process in a way that was easy to understand, even for a complete beginner like me. It was fascinating to learn about Japanese knives and the techniques used to maintain them properly. The hands-on practice was the highlight of the experience, and I was surprised by how much sharper my knife became by the end of the class.

Tokyo Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Asakusa Gold Repair Art

Nala_W, May 2026

10/10 would do again!

I did the Kintsugi workshop with my family and it was so fun!! First, you get to select which piece you’d like to work with. Each piece is pre-broken. Most are one crack (broken in two pieces) but some have 3 pieces. The 3 pieces are definitely harder/take longer, FYI. The workshop is supposed to be 1.5 hours; we took closer to 2 hours. Our teacher, Mayuki, told us this was her second time teaching and she did wonderfully!! She led us through the process step by step and also told us a bit about the history and lore behind Kintsugi. I would recommend this, even for folks who aren’t “artsy” or good with their hands. It wa such a fun experience. My only feedback is that the studio we were working in had several class sessions going on at once so it was hard to hear our instructor sometimes. The process of filing the edges created a lot of dust and so I’d definitely recommend wearing a mask so you don’t breathe the dust in. They don’t tell you to do so but safety wise, I’d highly recommend!!

Ninja Samurai 2-hour hands-on lesson by Japanese master in Tokyo

CoReyn_H, May 2026

The Best Experience Ever!!

It was a super great experience, I wish I could work with the instructor every day he was definitely a great instructor for the two hour sessions! I learned so much and it was the best part of my trip to Nihon! I plan and doing this every year I travel to Japan!! It was one of the best moments for and it is aGREAT experience that everyone should try!!! I recommend it 100%! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Tokyo, Asakusa : Ring-Making Workshop with Japanese Vintage Coins

Gregory_H, May 2026

Relaxing and Soothing

Super fun and relaxing activity. It’s really rewarding to clean your ring and see the age and stains go away. Momoyo, the instructor was so kind and incredibly cheery! Originally I was going to make one ring but I liked it so much I decided to make another ring before I left. Loved this!

Tokyo: Make Your Own Chopsticks Shibuya

Robert_H, May 2026

Best chopstick making class in Toyko! Go here no joke!

Just finished a chopstick-making class in Shibuya and it was easily one of the best experiences I’ve had in Japan. The two gentlemen running it are incredibly hands-on the entire time—they really guide you through every step so you’re not just watching, you’re actually creating something you’re proud of. They’re also super friendly and welcoming, which makes the whole experience feel relaxed and personal rather than like a typical class. One thing I really appreciated is how small they keep the group sizes. It never felt rushed—they made sure to spend real, quality time with each person. On top of that, they gave amazing recommendations for food spots and places to check out in different towns, which honestly made the experience even more valuable. 10 out of 10 recommend. If you’re considering a chopstick-making class in Shibuya, do this one over any other.

Private Craft Your Own Ring Handmade Experience in Asakusa, Tokyo

Janelle_C, Mar 2026

Fun activity to make a memento of your trip!

We had a very good experience here! We accidentally went to a different Nane location and were almost an hour late for our appointment. the staff messaged us and helped us go to the right place. They were so kind and patient with us! They explained all the different options we have when making a ring! Ring shape, width, metal, and design. I can't emphasize enough how patient the staff was. They taught us how to hammer and size our own rings, so much fun!!!! We had our rings polished as well, and they took only an hour and a half until they were ready. They have silver, white gold. Rose gold, yellow gold, and green gold, as well as combinations of each of the metals! We added on engraving option for a very good price too! I definitely recommend coming here!

Authentic Kintsugi Workshop: Art of Golden Joinery in Tokyo

Sharon_C, Mar 2026

Fun DIY experience!

The experience was very fun! It had a good edutainment aspect of value that I enjoyed. The ceramic was pre-broken for us to choose, I wish there were more style varieties to choose from. The instructions were very clear and the video was also easy to follow. I think it would be good to extent the estimated experience time to 1.25 hrs as it seems like people took extra time to create their kintsugi plates and ask questions. I think the value of the experience was quite worth it and they also sell a kit you can take home to try out.