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15 Best Tokyo Craft Workshops

These workshops send you home with something you made in Tokyo: replica food samples from Kappabashi, indigo-dyed cloth, woodblock prints, your own calligraphy. Everything here is beginner-friendly and finished in one sitting. The food sample studios are the sleeper hit; that plastic lettuce takes real skill.

1.Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class

Discover how to craft your own Japanese chopsticks in Tokyo with a hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop. Fun, authentic, and memorable experience for all.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Making your own chopsticks in Shibuya was a fun a creative activity and not expensive - we went there as a family group of six and could sit together. Supportive and serviceminded teachers with good English language skills. Absolute recommendable :-)”

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3.Kintsugi Experience in Tokyo

Discover the art of Kintsugi in Tokyo and learn to embrace imperfections. Join a unique experience that celebrates resilience and beauty in brokenness.

★ 5.0

“Great cultural experience, fun and really well organised and taught. Easy to do and a wonderful moments from a holiday in Japan”

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4.Tokyo Chopstick Making Workshop with Artisan

Experience making your own traditional Japanese wooden chopsticks in Tokyo with a skilled artisan, blending craftsmanship, culture, and fun in a memorable workshop.

“What an amazing experience. Hard work but brilliant. Angie was so helpful with every step and we were so happy with the outcome. Took more like 2 hours to finish and not once were we rushed. Would definitely recommend. For us it was a once…”

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5.Tokyo: Shinjuku Chopstick Making Class

Discover the craft of Japanese chopsticks in a hands-on class in Shinjuku. Carve, smooth, and take home your personalized pair for an authentic souvenir.

“Had an amazing time, our instructor Koji was so positive, super patient and helpful! Great selection of woods and extremely well instructed. Can't recommend enough!”

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6.Tokyo: Sumo Workshop – Train with a Retired Wrestler

Experience the thrill of sumo wrestling in Tokyo with a fun, interactive workshop led by retired wrestlers, perfect for culture lovers and families alike.

★ 4.5

“WOW! My friends and I had soooooo sooooo sooooo much fun at this show! Nick the host, The sumo wrestlers and the friendly staff were absolutely amazing and made us feel super welcome. The show was very interactive, hilarious and also informative. You must go!!!…”

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9.Tokyo: Matcha & Kimono Workshop – Tea Ceremony & Sweets

Experience authentic Japanese culture with a 1.5-hour matcha and kimono workshop near Shinjuku, featuring tea ceremonies, tastings, and traditional dress.

★ 4.8

“Very knowledgeable tea master. We learned a lot about Matcha/ hoe it’s grown and made and something about the history also. Very interesting and enjoyable”

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10.Authentic Pure Gold Kintsugi Workshop With Master Taku in Tokyo

Discover the ancient art of Kintsugi in Tokyo with Master Taku. Join our authentic gold workshop and learn to embrace beauty in imperfection.

★ 5.0

“Though we got list and arrived 15 minutes late, Master Taku was gracious and welcoming. My friend was perspiring profusely and he picked up a laminated card and fanned her to cool down! He’s a wonderfully calm and encouraging teacher, who knows his craft well.…”

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11.Tokyo: Calligraphy on Kanji Fan & Scroll with Drink

Experience authentic Japanese calligraphy in Tokyo’s Roppongi, creating personalized fans, scrolls, and stamps with guidance from friendly instructors.

★ 5.0

“This was the most amazing experience I’ve had in Japan! The host was incredibly lovely and taught me calligraphy with so much patience. She gave me so many gifts. I’m really happy about this experience. Highly recommended!🤩”

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12.Tea Ceremony Workshop in Tokyo by the Experienced Instrucor

Experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony in Tokyo with expert guidance, hands-on participation, traditional confections, and cultural insights.

★ 5.0

“One of the most amazing experiences I had in Japan! Highly recommended for anyone visiting Japan. Great way to learn and experience the Japanese culture. Very warm and comforting experience, this definitely brings people closer together great for couples.”

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14.Private Handmade Ring Workshop Activity

Discover the art of creating your own unique ring in our private handmade workshop. Unleash your creativity and design a one-of-a-kind piece that reflects your personal style.

★ 5.0

“We loved this! It was a bit more expensive than the rest of out choices but we have something to last a life time. The rings are easy to make and gorgeous and the staff was absolutely wonderful. They were able to tell us what…”

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15.Experience Calligraphy in Yanika Tokyo

Discover the ancient art of calligraphy in the charming streets of Yanaka, Tokyo. Immerse yourself in the beauty of ink and paper, while embracing the rich cultural heritage of Japan. Click now!

★ 5.0

“We did a one hour calligraphy lesson with the marvelous Chie. she was patient and enthusiastic it was a wonderful experience and despite no previous experience, under chie's thoughtful guidance we managed to produce a Kanji that is going up on the wall. I wish…”

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4.8Tokyo: Chopstick Making Workshop with Artisan1 hour$16 4.9Tokyo: Calligraphy Workshop & Original T-Shirt Creation2 hours$30 4.9Tokyo: Manga Drawing Workshop Guided by Pro Manga Artist2.5 hours$129 4.9Tokyo: Family Sumo Workshop &Live Wrestling Show with Lunch1.8 hours$60 5.0Kintsugi Workshop Class in Shibuya, Tokyo With Mon Cadeau$145.35 5.0Experience Big Soba Knife Soba Making Class in Tokyo Kappabashi$51.33 5.0Tokyo: Ginza Chopstick-Making Workshop & Cultural Insights1 hour$9 5.0Calligraphy Culture SHODO Experience in Tokyo$33.03 5.0Tokyo AsakusaCalligraphy & Make T-shirt Activity$58.13 5.0Tokyo:Calligraphy &Make your original folding fan in Asakusa30 - 90 minutes$16 5.0Toyosu Market and Tuna Cutting Workshop Small Group Guided Tour$297.23 4.7Tokyo: Kintsugi Art Repair Workshop1.5 hours$125 4.9Kintsugi Experience in Nihonbashi Tokyo (English Guide)1.5 hours$127 5.0Asakusa Calligraphy Workshop Craft Your Own Art in Tokyo$40.00 5.0Japanese Flower Arranging (Ikebana) Experience/Workshop in Tokyo$100.00 5.0Tokyo Learn Keen Japanese Knife and Sashimi Cooking Class$130.78 5.0Calligraphy on T-Shirt and Lantern in Sumida$38.00 5.0Tokyo: Origami Workshop With a Local Including One Drink$63 5.0Tokyo: Discover the Art of Kintsugi in Ginza$85.66 4.8Tokyo: Traditional Kintsugi Gold Repair Workshop in Asakusa1.5 hours$36 5.0Tokyo: Asakusa Kintsugi Gold Repair Class$35.00 4.9Tokyo Asakusa : Handmade Japanese Paper Workshop1 hour$38 5.0Tokyo: Incense Workshop in Shibuya – Craft & Take Home1 hour$19 5.0Tokyo 2-Hour Shodo Calligraphy Lesson With Master Calligrapher$100.42