Top Kabukicho Classes & Workshops

Discover Kintsugi, a beautiful Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold, rooted in Japan’s samurai era. Restore your own plate and take it home the same day as a unique souvenir. [Highlights] ・Experience the Traditional Japanese Art of Kintsugi ・Take Home Your Restored Plate the Same Day as a Unique Souvenir ・Choose Your Favorite Plate to Restore and Make Your Own ・Use as Much Gold Powder as You Like to Create Your Design ・Enjoy the Experience with Friendly Staff and Amazing Shinjuku Views

【Highlights】 1.Experience Traditional Japanese Craftsmanship 2.Create a Unique Souvenir to Take Home the Same Day 3.Choose Your Favorite from More Than 10 Types of Wood, Including Premium Woods 4.Personalize Your Chopsticks with Exclusive Kanji Engraving Included 5.Enjoy the Experience with Friendly Staff and Amazing Shinjuku Views

You can enjoy the ramen making experience by yourself or with friends and family. Have fun while learning about Japanese ramen in the heart of Shinjuku. You can skip the process of making noodles and soup from scratch and enjoy delicious meals easily. (Ramen soup contains pork, chicken, and beef soup.)

Experience Traditional Japanese Calligraphy! This workshop is open to everyone, from complete beginners to those with prior calligraphy experience. Under the guidance of a professional calligraphy instructor, you’ll unlock your creativity and enjoy a unique cultural experience rooted in Japanese tradition. In this workshop, you will: ・Calm your mind by grinding solid ink with an inkstick ・Learn basic brush techniques using practice kanji to prepare for your main piece ・Transform your name into kanji ・Complete your favorite kanji artwork and take it home as a special souvenir ・Optionally write your kanji directly onto a T-shirt to create a one-of-a-kind original design

You can enjoy the experience of making takoyaki with your family and friends. In the heart of Shinjuku, Kabukicho You can make and eat hot, delicious takoyaki at this restaurant. Combine takoyaki ingredients and cook them in a takoyaki cooker. Be sure to try the finishing sauces, mayonnaise, and bonito flakes! Two people can use one takoyaki cooker. You can make up to 12 takoyaki per person.

Have you always wanted to try Japanese whisky but never had the chance? This experience is for you! Whether you're a beginner or a connoisseur, you'll enjoy testing the different types of Japanese whisky: Yamazaki, Hakushu and Hibiki all at once! The experience takes place in one of Kabukicho's most popular bars: Fantastic Lounge, with its unique, baroque decor and warm, euphoric atmosphere. The bar is very popular with locals and regularly receives very good reviews from Japanese in Google Review. In this Japanese whiskey course, you will have the chance to taste some of Japan's most popular whiskies, starting with Yamazaki, Japan's oldest distillery. You will appreciate the deep, delicate taste of these whiskies. Don’t hesitate to talk directly to the bartender and ask any question you may have! You won't regret this unique experience!

Begin your workshop by meeting your instructor and learning about the cultural background of origami and washi paper. Hear about why these materials have been valued in Japan for centuries. Next, select your favorite washi paper patterns and learn how to fold them into classic origami shapes, such as cranes or geometric designs. Step by step, the instructor will guide you through the process at a relaxed pace. After folding, assemble your origami into your chosen item: pierced earrings, clip-on earrings, a necklace, or a key holder. All materials and tools are provided. Leave with your own origami creation and a deeper appreciation of Japanese craftsmanship, creativity, and design.

Japan is known for its stunning calligraphy, and if you’ve ever been curious about this ancient art, this hands-on lesson is a fantastic way to explore it. Led by an expert calligraphy artist, you learn to write your name in Japanese kanji, then create your own personalized calligraphy t-shirt to take home. The workshop includes traditional workwear, ink grinding, and brush techniques for a complete experience.

What makes this class special is the chef's live performances: a sea bream filleting demonstration performed right in front of you, and a wagyu beef nigiri show where the beef is seared tableside with a torch. You'll also make the restaurant founder's original California roll recipe, something you won't find anywhere else. The venue features a live fish tank, so you can see the fish before it becomes your sushi — a genuine, hands-on experience led by a skilled itamae in the heart of Kabukicho.