A chopstick workshop gives you a welcome hour off your feet in the middle of a Gion walk. You shape and sand the wood yourself, and the engraving option makes a gift people will actually use.
Make your own chopsticks in Gion, Kyoto, with English-speaking guidance, a choice of woods, and optional engraving in a one-hour workshop.
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Shape Japanese hinoki into chopsticks in a one-hour Kyoto workshop, learn about their place in daily life, and add optional engraving.
★ 5.0“great experience, great staff. had an excellent time.”
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2,153 reviews1 hourFrom $41.05
Discover the art of making your own Japanese chopsticks in Kyoto’s Gion district. An authentic, beginner-friendly workshop with engraving options for personalized souvenirs.
★ 5.0“Great time and personal souvenir to take home. Very nice people and explained everything. Chopsticks amazing!”
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958 reviewsFrom $15.25by Traveling Kyoto
Create personalized chopsticks in Kyoto’s Gion district with a hands-on, authentic workshop—perfect for cultural enthusiasts and craft lovers alike.
★ 4.9“My boyfriend and I really enjoyed our chopstick making workshop. Barbara talked us through the process and was super friendly and helpful. We were impressed with the choice in wood and even got to choose personalised engravings. Would high recommend this activity for anyone heading…”
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530 reviews1 hourFrom $15by Traveling Tokyo
Shape a personal pair of Japanese chopsticks in Gion, choose from distinctive woods, learn about chopstick culture, and add engraving.
★ 4.9“Such a fun experience making my own chopsticks! The staff were kind and helpful. Highly recommend it! 🥢✨ Making my own chopsticks was so much fun! The staff were very kind and welcoming. Highly recommended! 🥢✨”
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16 reviewsFrom $6.35