Top Aichi Prefecture Classes & Workshops

Enjoy Japanese calligraphy in Sakae, the lively heart of Nagoya, known for its great shopping and restaurants. This experience is perfect for beginners—our friendly instructor will guide you step by step. You’ll learn to write your favourite Japanese words or even your name in Japanese. Relax with traditional wagashi sweets and Japanese tea as you create your work in a calm, welcoming atmosphere. After the activity, feel free to explore Sakae for dining and shopping.

Experience the Living History of Seto Step into a world of timeless craftsmanship at a kiln that has served the Owari Tokugawa family for centuries. Under the personal guidance of the 31st-generation head, you will discover the secrets of "Ofukai-ware" while engraving your own original patterns into the clay. This is more than a workshop; it is a rare opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that captures your unique travel story. Your finished work will be mailed to your home, serving as a lasting memory of your connection to the soul of Japanese heritage.

Looking for an experience beyond temples and sightseeing? Step into the world of Japan’s legendary warriors and discover what it means to be a samurai. Dress in a traditional jinbaori, practice sword techniques with an experienced instructor, and explore the timeless principles of Bushido. Whether traveling solo, with friends, or as a family, this hands-on experience brings Japanese history to life in an unforgettable way. * Dress in a traditional samurai surcoat and strike your best warrior pose. * Learn sword techniques with friendly, experienced instructors. * Discover the history and philosophy of Bushido. * Enjoy an interactive experience suitable for beginners and families. * Create unforgettable memories and photos in the heart of Nagoya.

It is the only place in Japan where you can experience manga. There are tools for drawing manga in analog and digital, so anyone can freely draw manga. If you draw here too, you will feel like a professional cartoonist. It is fun!

Glass production is difficult, but this private workshop in Seto lets you make your own cup or pendant with guidance from an owner who has 46 years of experience. After an explanation of the process, you shape melted glass into a piece in your chosen size, shape, and color. The finished work comes out of the furnace the next day and is shipped to your hotel. The experience also includes a visit to the Manekineko Museum.

Create, Taste, and Discover Japanese Sushi! Perfect for sushi lovers, families, and curious travelers, this hands-on sushi-making experience in the heart of Nagoya lets you step into the world of authentic Japanese cuisine. Learn directly from a Japanese cooking instructor as you create three popular styles of sushi: elegant nigiri sushi, colorful chirashi sushi, and beautifully rolled sushi. Along the way, discover the traditions, ingredients, and techniques that have made sushi one of Japan’s most beloved foods. After crafting your own sushi platter, sit down and enjoy your handmade creations paired with Japanese green tea. This fun and interactive class is suitable for beginners and children, making it a memorable cultural experience for travelers of all ages. ✔ Learn authentic sushi-making techniques from a local expert ✔ Make and enjoy three different styles of sushi ✔ Family-friendly and beginner-friendly experience ✔ Enjoy your handmade sushi with traditional Japanese tea

This experience combines a tour of a local supermarket and a cooking class in a local host’s home. First, visit the market where your host will describe and buy different ingredients used in Japanese cooking. Following that, join the host in their kitchen to make classic Nagoya dishes such as red miso stew and shrimp tempura in a rice ball or fried chicken, Nagoya style. Plus, learn how to make dashi stock from scratch.

[The Experience] Learn from a master who leads international workshops in cities like Taipei. [Heritage & Vision] Raised in historic ARIMATSU, Kayoko has 10 years of experience sharing her artistic roots and Ikebana expertise with international guests. [Creative Session] Watch a master-level demonstration using seasonal materials. Learn professional techniques to handle live branches and flowers with care. Children are welcome ! We can tailor the ikebana lesson and snacks to suit younger guests, ensuring a memorable cultural experience for the whole family. [Your Work & Matcha] Create your unique masterpiece under Kayoko’s guidance. Afterward, enjoy MATCHA and Japanese sweets served with Nanbu Tekki ironware, surrounded by authentic Arimatsu Shibori craftsmanship. [Lunch and Walk] Conclude your session with lunch and a guided stroll through the historic streets of ARIMATSU to experience the authentic heart of Japanese culture.

Discover the essence of traditional Japanese home cooking, ichiju-sansai, in Nagoya, where local fermentation traditions enhance dishes with miso, malt, and soy sauce. Learn to craft a Japanese soup stock using kelp and bonito flakes under the guidance of Grandma, sharing her expertise and culinary wisdom. The dishes we cook together are my family’s cherished recipes—healthy, well-balanced meals that have been passed down and loved through generations. You will also have the pleasure of tasting different kinds of miso, a traditional fermented seasoning that is at the heart of Japanese home cooking. After preparing and tasting these dishes, participants partake in a serene matcha ceremony, crafting and enjoying matcha with seasonal Japanese sweets. Limited to four people, this intimate experience promises a personalized journey into Nagoya's rich culinary heritage.

- Discover Mikawa cotton, a traditional textile craft with over 400 years of history. - Process locally grown cotton through traditional ginning, fluffing, and spinning techniques. - Spin raw cotton into yarn by hand using a traditional Japanese spinning wheel. - Weave your hand-spun yarn with colorful threads to create your own textile. - Complete a one-of-a-kind Mikawa cotton coaster to take home as a keepsake. *Optional Add-On: Custom Mikawa Cotton Kimono & Professional Dressing is available (Please book at least one month in advance).

In this experience, you can make Toyokawa’s famous "inari sushi" by yourself while getting a taste of Japanese food culture. Supervised by the skilled chefs of Matsuya, a traditional Japanese restaurant with a history of 188 years, you will create your own unique inari sushi using more than 11 different ingredients. In addition to the inari sushi, the experience includes red miso soup or vegetable soup, tofu, coffee, and dessert, all of which can be enjoyed in a relaxed 60-minute session. Vegetarian-friendly options are also available, making it suitable for a wide range of participants.

Join a tsumami-zaiku workshop in Sakae, the heart of Nagoya, and make your own Japanese-style accessory! You’ll learn the basics of this traditional craft, folding small pieces of fabric to make little flowers. Choose your favorite colors from a variety of fabrics, then pick a keychain or kanzashi hair ornament to decorate. Never tried it before? No problem! You won’t need any needles, so it’s easy for beginners to get started. Make a few flowers, put them together, and create an original accessory to take home. The workshop lasts two hours, and your instructor will help you finish if you need.

・Walk through Tokoname’s historic pottery district, shaped by over 1,000 years of craftsmanship. ・Step inside a working pottery studio rarely seen by independent travelers. ・Discover tableware developed with chefs to elevate the presentation of fine cuisine. ・Decorate your own ban Series plate under the guidance of a third-generation artisan. ・Blend traditional Tokoname techniques with your creativity to craft a one-of-a-kind piece

Step into the world of Japanese cuisine with a delightful cooking class designed for families. Under the guidance of Yuka, a licensed nutritionist, learn the art of crafting handmade udon noodles from scratch, kneading and rolling the dough into perfect shapes. Prepare a flavorful dashi broth and customize your bowl with fresh toppings. Fold gyoza dumplings together and cook them to achieve that perfect crispy finish. This engaging experience offers a taste of Aichi’s traditional fermented flavors, making it not just a cooking class, but a cultural journey your family will cherish.We can also accommodate vegetarian, halal, or kosher options. Please feel free to let us know your preferences!We’re happy to be flexible with time changes as well, so please feel free to reach out anytime.

Do you know that Nagoya was once the center base of Samurai culture? During the Sengoku period in the 16th century when Samurai played an active role, the Owari district including Nagoya is known as the place where the most famous “Sengoku Daimyo”, powerful Japanese feudal lord, were from, such as “Oda Nobunaga”, “Toyotomi Hideyoshi” and “Tokugawa Ieyasu”. Why don’t you experience Japanese culture such as Japanese calligraphy and tea ceremony with English in a Kominka house in the city of Samurai culture “Nagoya”? We will welcome you at a special place where people actually used to live, not sightseeing facilities. Once you step inside, you will see the good old days of Japanese houses such as tatami mats, Shoji (paper walls) and traditional Japanese gardens which are rare today. With this quiet space, you can experience Japanese culture such as Japanese calligraphy and tea ceremony while understanding the history. This would be the special experience for your visit to Japan.

Learn to make classic Nagoya home-style dishes! You will be taught to make the traditional Nagoya Cuisine ”Misokatsu" pork cutlet with dark miso sauce, onigiri rice ball, and Japanese soul food, miso soup.

Choose your favorite Japanese-patterned fabric from over 20 beautiful designs. Select one bag from two styles of plain tote bags and two styles of marché bags. Sew your chosen Japanese-patterned fabric onto your bag using a blunt-tipped needle designed to reduce the risk of pricking your fingers, and create your own unique design. Take a relaxing break and enjoy traditional Japanese tea and sweets. Add your name to your finished bag for a personal touch and take home your one-of-a-kind creation!

Highlights -Discover Aichi’s rich fermentation culture through sake, mirin, and traditional pickling. -Learn how Nagoya’s distinctive Moriguchizuke develops its flavor over several years. -Experience the craftsmanship behind traditional pickling through a hands-on finishing process. -Taste how sake lees and mirin lees shape distinctly different flavors. -Explore fermentation from ingredient to table through a meal featuring local specialties. Overview Discover Moriguchizuke, a Nagoya specialty made from long, slender Moriguchi daikon and matured in sake and mirin lees for about three years. Learn about Aichi’s fermentation culture, taste sake and mirin, and compare their lees. Then blend the lees to prepare a pickling bed and try shiage-zuke, the final stage of Moriguchizuke-making. Afterward, enjoy dinner at Suzunami featuring fish marinated in mirin lees, red miso soup, and Moriguchizuke. Browse the shop for local pickles and fermented specialties.

By contemplating authentic bonsai rooted in centuries of Japanese tradition, and encountering firsthand the skill and knowledge of the master who tends them, you'll connect with the deeper essence of Japanese culture.

・Small classes under 5 people ・Single guests are welcome ・6-minute walk from the nearest station ・Prayer space for Muslims ・A plenty of time for the classes ・Allergy friendly ・Offering cultural experiences in a small Japanese house ・You can also visit the gallery of the owner, an up-and-coming calligraphy artist.

At the long-established Taishoan Kamaharu Main Shop, the birthplace of kama-age udon, you can enjoy a hands-on program where you dress in traditional craftsman attire and experience authentic udon-making. Roll the dough, knead it with your feet, stretch it with a rolling pin, and cut it with a knife. Afterwards, boil the noodles you made yourself and savor them together with freshly prepared tempura—a truly special experience. While cooking, the shop owner will explain how wheat becomes noodles and share historical records about Tokugawa Ieyasu, the great shogun born in Okazaki, who was known to love udon. As a souvenir, you’ll receive a craftsman’s hat to take home. The shop is conveniently located right in front of the station, making train access easy. After your experience, you can also enjoy sightseeing nearby at famous attractions such as the Hatcho Miso Brewery and Okazaki Castle. We warmly invite you to join us for this unique cultural experience!

• Learn the history of Maneki-neko (Japanese lucky cats) and the good fortune they are believed to bring. • Design and paint your very own ceramic lucky cat using your favorite colors and patterns. • Enjoy Japanese tea and traditional sweets while your painted lucky cat dries. • Take home your cute, handmade lucky cat in a special gift box as a memorable souvenir from Japan.

・Step inside the normally private workshop of ninth-generation karakuri master Tamaya Shobei. ・Discover ingenious Edo-period mechanisms that brought Japan’s mechanical dolls vividly to life. ・Watch intricate karakuri dolls move during a demonstration by the master himself. ・Explore the craftsmanship connecting centuries-old karakuri techniques with Japan’s engineering tradition. ・Meet a living custodian of Nagoya’s karakuri heritage in an intimate private setting.