Cool Down in Kyoto : Traditional Incense Making Experience

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Kyoto, Japan

50 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

All incense materials
Take-home handmade incense

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Ajiki-roji Small Street
2丁目-北７ Yamashirochō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0831, Japan
Our entrance is marked by a noren curtain with the “incense” logo.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 20 reviews

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Definitely add this to your itinerary!

Lydia_J, May 2026

I would definitely recommend this activity when visiting Japan! It was hands on and very unique! Plus you got to take the product home with you! They understand and spoke English and Japanese! They were very friendly and kind! All around amazing experience!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for your kind words about our guide and staff. We truly enjoyed meeting you and are grateful that you chose to spend part of your Kyoto journey with us. We hope your handmade incense brings back wonderful memories for years to come!

So fun!!

Jami_L, May 2026

What a beautiful and unique experience! The instructor Mari made the experience soooo fun!! This is SUCH a hidden gem and EVERYONE should do this!!

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re so happy to hear you had such a fun and special experience with Mari! She will be absolutely delighted to hear your kind words 😊 Thank you for calling us a hidden gem, it truly means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back again someday!

Personalised incense, wonderful instructor

Shuni_J, Apr 2026

I had a fantastic time and would highly recommend this experience. The entire process was thoughtfully planned, allowing you to select and blend your favourite fragrances into a personalised incense. The instructor was friendly, communicative, and guided me through each step with great care, making everything easy to follow. I left with my own unique incense, and the whole experience was genuinely enjoyable. Thank you for such a wonderful event!

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your thoughtful and wonderful review! We’re truly happy to hear you enjoyed creating your own personalized incense and exploring different fragrance combinations. It means a lot to know that our guidance helped make the experience easy, relaxing, and enjoyable for you. We hope your unique incense will always remind you of your special time in Kyoto. Thank you again for joining us!