Classes & Workshop in Tokyo
Tokyo is popular among the cities that are known for their arts, crafts, culture and local artisans. This is why going for classes and workshops in Tokyo are ideal options for travelers. You will get the opportunity to be a student under experts of traditional Japanese crafts like calligraphy and tea making, as well as modern activities like cooking and dancing. Held in small groups, these workshops in Tokyo come with personalized and immersive learning experiences for all participants. Thinking about the language, Tokyo has got many English-speaking instructors for these workshops as well as translators who make it easier for Japanese tutors to fully engage in the teaching process. No matter the level you are, these classes are available for all range of skills including beginners to advances, allowing visitors to fit into what fits them. Attending a class or workshop in Tokyo is not just an impressive way to learn something new, but also a great way to connect with Tokyo’s local culture and tradition. On a more fun-filled part of it, participants get to take home their creations as souvenirs or gifts, providing a lasting memory of their time in Tokyo.
Let’s take food for an example, before attending food classes, it is recommended to start with a food tour in Tokyo. This involves visiting popular traditional markets where authentic Japanese ingredients are sold and getting tastings of local Japanese food at street food stalls. A knowledgeable foodie guide will be with you to ensure a great experience. To get the full picture of what you might have learned at some workshops, attending live performances of these performers in Tokyo is a great idea. Another way to explore Japanese culture and history tours, which includes visiting museums, art galleries, and imperial palaces to learn about history and explore. Tokyo has something for everyone.
Make the most of your time in Tokyo with the right classes and workshops listed below. These options have been carefully selected by reading hundreds of travelers’ comments. We also compare prices from top suppliers and provide sufficient information on each option to assist you in making the right decision based on your budget and expectations.
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| Experience all of Japanese culture and Japanese food experience classes "origami, udon, Japanese food, green tea, calligraphy" in 4 hours | €69.58 |
| Online Cultural Art Experience by Japan’s National Art Museum | €7.1 |
| Ceramics Experience Molding Only Course (No finished product) | €24.78 |
| A party to enjoy rakugo by young storytellers | €24.73 |
| Discovering Shinto at Kanda Myoujin | €35.53 |
| Experience flower arrangement in Tokyo | €44.91 |
| Yobitsugi ~Make Original goblet with Antique Ceramics ~ | €88.27 |
| Learn Sumo Culture from a Former Wrestler and wear a real sumo belt near Ryogoku | €119.87 |
| Traditional Tenugui (towel) Dyeing Workshop in Tokyo | €60.66 |
| Kintsugi Experience in Tokyo | €61.06 |
Experience all of Japanese culture and Japanese food experience classes "origami, udon, Japanese food, green tea, calligraphy" in 4 hours
Duration:
4 hours
- It is a day-pass ticket to Disneyland or Disneysea.
- It is an opportunity for you to enjoy the happiest place on earth without having to wait in the ticket line.
- A chance to try the rides and different booths that Disneyland and Disneysea offers.
Online Cultural Art Experience by Japan’s National Art Museum
Duration:
1 hour 20
- Put your finger on the pulse of Japanese culture with this special program by the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo (MOMAT).
Let's Talk Art! Online is a conversational program designed to give diverse visitors the opportunity to learn about, appreciate, and discuss art. It is the first attempt by a Japanese museum aiming at cross-cultural... read more
Ceramics Experience Molding Only Course (No finished product)
Duration:
1 hour
- If you want to do pottery but don't need the finished work, how about this course?
You can experience the molding of a bowl, a plate, a bowl and so on with a hand shaker or electric rokuro. Please feel free to contact... read more
A party to enjoy rakugo by young storytellers
Duration:
1 hour
- New plan! Rakugo party at Kanda Myojin!
We will hold regular meetings to enjoy rakugo by young rakugoka.
10/19 Cast: Ryutei Shigaraki
Born July 22, 1983 in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo.
The second one. The raccoon dog is cute. 10/19 Cast: Ryutei Shigaraki
Born July 22, 1983 in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo.
The second one. The raccoon dog is... read more
Discovering Shinto at Kanda Myoujin
Duration:
1 hour
- For those who have visited or would like to visit a Shinto shrine in Japan but cannot help wondering
What constitutes a Shinto shrine?
How do we actually pray in a Shinto shrine?
What is that vermilion building over there?
How do we perform ritual purification?
What is a day in the life of a Shinto priest like?
Here is... read more
Experience flower arrangement in Tokyo
Duration:
2 hours 30
- Flower arrangement is one of the three traditional arts of Japan, along with taiko drumming and the tea ceremony. Let's join with us and you will know more Japanese... read more
Yobitsugi ~Make Original goblet with Antique Ceramics ~
Duration:
1 hour 30
- Make your original wine glass with antique ceramics and the ceramics created by the famous ceramic artists. Taku Nakano is the unique ceramist and the owner of his studio in Omotesando, where it’s known for the epicenter of fashion. His artistic view of the world has been put into his creations and he has been making his own craft with ceramics... read more
Learn Sumo Culture from a Former Wrestler and wear a real sumo belt near Ryogoku
Duration:
2 hours
- Book this brand new 2019 sumo experience offered by one of the most recommended local tour companies in Japan specialized in sumo activities!
This one-of-a-kind sumo experience gives you a rare opportunity to be up and close with a retired sumo wrestler and learn everything about sumo directly from the master. Meet your master at a... read more
Traditional Tenugui (towel) Dyeing Workshop in Tokyo
Duration:
2 hours
- ‘Tenugui’ is a type of traditional Japanese hand towel made from bleached thin cotton cloth with the size of about 35cm wide x 90cm long.
There are so many varieties in term of pattern, color and also usage such as for wiping, covering, wrapping, display and etc.
In recent years, Tenugui is popularized as an interior item or a piece of... read more
Kintsugi Experience in Tokyo
Duration:
1 hour
- Enjoy the art of recreating broken pottery into your one and only masterpiece. Take home with you the story you made in Japan.
Kintsugi is a delicate technique; you are NOT allowed to bring any personal ceramic pieces to this course. You will use the plates prepared for beginners by the... read more
Sumi-e painting class Experience
Duration:
1 hour 30
- I am the instructor of the sumi-e class Experience. I've run it alone by myself, so please reserve it and let me confirm it in advance, about two days before the first of all, thank u u for your seeing this page. date. Thank you.
You'll be taught how to paint Bamboo, San-sui landscape, and more in sumi-e. You'll paint 4-5 sheets in around... read more
Private Mt. Fuji Tour & Japanese Costume Experience with Hotel Pickup
Duration:
9 hours
- Not only going to Mt Fuji, have fun trying Japanese traditional costume such as Samurai, Ninja and Kimono on this tour.
Hiring a minivan or bus, we will take you to one of the most popular tourist spots in Japan, Mt. Fuji. Take photos at Lake Kawaguchiko, go up to Mt. Fuji 5th or lower station, and have your own lunch at the lakeside like... read more
Private Tokyo Photography Walking Tour with a Professional Photographer
Duration:
3 hours
- Suitable for all levels of photographers, from people just picking up a camera for the first time, to semi-professionals, we always make sure to find something new to teach you. With our one-on-one tours, we can make sure to go to the spots that interest you most, be they hidden gems, or spending time to get the perfect shot of Hachiko... read more
Self drawing kanji on lantan to bring home with Japanese sweets
Duration:
60 to 90 m
- You can draw a Chinese character on a lantern by tracing the lines already written on the lantern.
3,000 yen per... read more
Whole Package of Japanese Cultural Experience at Home with Noriko
Duration:
6 hours
- If you would like to experience real Japanese (also traditional) culture in a Japanese ordinary house near Tokyo area, we belive this is the GO place. Our service includes experiencing Japanese traditional tea ceremony, playing Japanese Koto (a Japanese harp) music, trying on Japanese traditional outfit called Kimono ( Ninja costume is also... read more
Essence of Sakura Cherry Blossom Photography Tour
Duration:
11 days
- Day 1, 2: Arrival and meet at Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND). We will transfer to Yamanashi Prefecture home prefecture to the Iconic Mt. Fuji.
Day 3: Matsumoto Castle is a Japanese National Treasure built in 1504, used officially by the samurai until 1868. Locally, it is known as 'Karasu-Jo' or Crow Castle due to its resplendent... read more
Artistic Calligraphy Course in Tokyo
Duration:
1 hour 30
- Discovery of the dynamics between the brush, the ink and the paper, realization of drawings on paper by association of techniques of Japanese calligraphy and sumi-e art. In this class, you will explore new and artistic writing expressions through basic Japanese calligraphy... read more
Tokyo Business trip photography service
Duration:
1 hour
- All usage charges are based on time (pre-estimate), there is no additional charge (except for extension) and the photos you receive are very satisfactory with 30 or more!
Exclusive photographers shoot a wide range of genres, such as Shichigosan, shrine visits, group photos, events, and parties.
Commemorative shooting once a... read more
Tokyo Ikebana Experience
Duration:
1 hour 30
- Quiet, simple, sophisticated, elegant ... there are so many ways to express the beauty of Ikebana; but Ikebana is an art which reflect your own feelings, the heart.
By joining the class, you may learn not only the sense of Japanese beauty but also your emotion which comes from deep inside yourself.
-You can create the most basic /... read more
Flower Arrangement "Ikebana" in YANAKA / Taito-ku / TOKYO.
Duration:
1 hour 30
- Learn from qualified teachers how to make beautiful arrangements for every season, and enjoy the sense of harmony among the materials, the container and the space around them. You will be taken to YANAKA local flower shop and you can choice your wants and seasonal flowers. Your Ikebana arrangement is assisted by our Ikebana specialist stepby... read more
IAIDO SAMURAI ship experience with real SWARD and ARMER
Duration:
1 hour 30
- Professional Swordsmans will train you
Every person who hasn't no idea about Japanese swordsmanhop will be welcomed. Skilled Teacher will give you the interesting and hands-on sword experience.
Family training is available, They leaned and felt Japanese impression and tradition. You can touch real armor and sword.
Master is collecting... read more
Sumo & Samurai Culture
Duration:
4 hours
- Our experience involves Japanese Culture and learning about the of Rituals of Sumo - Samurai and Swords.
Join us as we explore the Culture of Sumo, a part of Japanese history that started over 1500 years ago.
Experience the life of a Sumo warrior.
Sumo was originally performed to entertain the Gods.
We will practice the Rituals -... read more
Comprehensive SAMURAI course at a real dojo(Iai?Gekken?Test cutting?
Duration:
1 hour 30
- The experiences I provide are not a form of entertainment or performance.
Some experiences do not offer a true Samurai experience because foreign visitors are not familiar with Japanese culture. I believe this should not be the case and teach authentic Japanese swordsmanship and spirit.
For those who wish to have a proper experience, or... read more
Test Cutting Specialty SAMURAI course at a real dojo !
Duration:
1 hour 30
- This experience is specialized for tameshigiri or test cutting.
In tameshigiri ,there are only three types of cuts: Kesagiri (downward diagonal cut), Gyaku-kesa Giri (upward diagonal cut) and Suiheigiri (horizontal cut).
If we include cuts from 3 cutting the right and left, there are a total of six cuts.
Various techniques are then... read more
Calligraphy with Matcha Ink!!
Duration:
1 hour 30
- "Matcha Calligraphy ®" can enjoy by visual, olfactive, and natural changes of nature.
As time passed, even though the color of Matcha change gradually and decay, It seems as if you are seeing change in the four seasons in Japan. Somehow nostalgic, fairly and beautiful Art that touches our five senses.
It is also a moment when you... read more
?Edo kiriko? Tokyo professional class! Japanese glass workshop
Duration:
1 hour 30
- ?About Edo Kiriko?
Edo kiriko is Japanese cut glass which is only made in the Tokyo area. It has been made for around 200 years.
They cut and draw the pattern, so the craftsman’s skill and experience is important.
Nowadays, some Edo kiriko are colored, but originally they were clear.
Edo kiriko is a famous gift for celebration... read more
Tea Ceremony with a Geisha
Duration:
2 hours
- Tea Ceremony is one of the arts that every trainee geisha must study in order to learn about Japanese culture, aesthetics, and manners.
This gives you the chance to watch young geisha practicing their tea ceremony skills with you as the guests. The geisha speak English and can explain the history and principles behind tea ceremony. Being... read more
Watch the Young Geisha do their makeup and Get Ready!
Duration:
1 hour
- Enter into a traditional Japanese kimono room to have an intimate experience watching a young geisha apply her traditional makeup and choose her outfit for her work. You will get an exclusive insight into the application of the infamous white makeup and also get to see all the beautiful accessories up-close and... read more
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The only experience in the world that cuts udon into ROCK with a traditional Japanese knife [Udoek]
Duration:
2 hours
- One of the best authentic Sanuki udon craftsmen in Tokyo, and the only udon artist in the world, will provide ROCK with cool experiences and videos.
After the craftsman's demonstration, touch the knife and practice carefully before cutting each noodle.
Since the host is a performer, you can also learn about the “how to charm”... read more
Premium Japanese Kimono Experience by Kimono Queen
Duration:
3 hours
- We have a wide range of beautiful authentic Kimono. We also have a variety of other Kimono types, including Children's and Men's Kimono. We would love to show you our beautiful authentic silk Kimono selections.
After getting dressed in your selected Kimono, you can get some photos taken by our staff in the store.
On request (added cost)... read more
Handmade snow dome experience “Make memories of coming to Japan!”
Duration:
1 hour 30
- You can make memories of coming to Japan. It is a handmade experience workshop that can only be experienced in Tokyo Craft Town. Why do not you make the memories of the impressions you saw in Japan? There are many famous building figures such as Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Sky Tree, Asakusa Kaminarimon, Castle, and Five-storied... read more
Make your own traditional Japanese Calligraphy!
Duration:
1 hour 30
- You can write it to a japanese fan(Uchiwa) or the signboard(Shikishi). And take it home.
If you hope it, I can make your name a kanji.
You can pour powdered green tea(Maccha).
Try traditional Japanese calligraphy and tea ceremony.
Fun, hands-on, great... read more
Tokyo Downtown Photoshoot & Learn
Duration:
2 hours 30
- I've been living over 20 years in Japan and I'm a professional photographer. You'll certainly get the best of it with me. I've welcome over 400 Guests for the same activity on a different platform and I'm 5 stars rated, so even if I'm new on TripAdvisor, I'll guarantee you... read more
Tokyo by Night Photoshoot & Learn
Duration:
2 hours 30
- To learn night photography in a so short time is a blessing ;) Tokyo is really a wonderful place to experience... read more
Samurai performance show
Duration:
1 hour
- It is a realistic samurai show that reproduces the world of samurai that has been passed down since ancient times in Japan. The show is very popular not only with overseas customers, but also with customers in Japan. It is a satisfying 60 minutes that you can enjoy the graceful, profound and tense world of the samurai that you cannot see anywhere... read more
Easy for everyone! Now you can play handmade mini shamisen and show off to everyone! Musical instruments, sweets and live music
Duration:
2 hours
- [Let's play handmade mini shamisen! Traditional music experience workshop]
TOKYO SHAMI EXPERIENCE was newly launched last year as a spot where you can enjoy the shamisen more easily and fun!
This reservation site has just started in 2020.
A new two-hour workshop where everyone can handcraft a mini shamisen, play a few songs, and... read more
Samurai & Ninja experience! !
Duration:
1 hour
- This program is made for the experience.
Therefore, both beginners and inexperienced martial arts players can participate with confidence.
You can experience various martial arts at once, so it is recommended for those who want to experience Japanese martial arts!... read more
Be a Manga Creator for One Day! Taught by the Expert Himself
Duration:
2 hours
- For those of you who is not only into reading Manga but also love to experience how the actual magic works, we have just the right thing for you! Join our Manga drawing class in Tokyo, that will be taught in English and led by the Manga expert... read more
Let's make kimono !?Kimono is a gift for you?
Duration:
1 hour 30
- Kimono fee is included in this experience. You can make a kimono and enjoy wearing it and taking pictures during the trip.I also sell obi that can be easily tied.
More than 800 people have participated in Airbnb experiences so far!
My mother was a kimono teacher, and my students used to come to my house from an early age. When she... read more
Japanese calligraphy & making an original folding fan workshop!
Duration:
3 hours
- We're going to make an original folding fan by writing a word and your name on it! You can also decorate it with original Hanko seal and origami paper!! You can keep it as an unforgettable memory or use it when you're hot! That will be the only one in the world!!
The folding fan is compact to carry and you can show your great experience to... read more
J-MANGA ~ Direct Lesson & Fan Meeting Drawing experience class by professional cartoonist
Duration:
1 hour 30
- "I hope you enjoy manga more when you come to Japan." This is our concept.
We have always loved Japanese manga and had a desire to have a "professional teacher" someday teach us.
This time, together with the famous Japanese talent and cartoonist “Britney Hamada”, we were able to create a new manga experience for foreign tourists.
The... read more
A tour where you can eat around in Shinjuku and experience ninja action video shooting under the guidance of Ninja descendants
Duration:
3 hours
- Shinjuku is the place where Iga ninja were housed during the Edo period.
This is a tour of the places related to the ninja, guided by the orthodox successor of the Iga style ninjutsu, a descendant of the real ninja.
Rent a bicycle and walk to get around the Ninja area.
While walking, you can enjoy gourmet food in Harajuku and... read more
Private Japanese Ikibana Culture of Plants Experience
Duration:
3 hours 30
- IKIBANA is a new Japanese Culture.
We create IKIBANA to make your room more comfortable.
It is one of the indoor greening, HOME FOREST.
IKIBANA is different from IKEBANA, one of the traditional Japanese art of flower arrangement or BONSAI, another Japanese traditional art of growing trees in small containers.
You may be... read more
Japanese Language 1 Week Survival Course
Duration:
7 days
- Are you planning a trip to Japan soon? Are you worried that you won’t be able to get around without speaking the language? Have no fear! Join our intensive Japanese Language Survival Course for 1 week and we will make sure you’re prepared for your trip!
Learn essential Japanese language words and phrases that can be used during your... read more
Japanese Calligraphy Virtual Experience from Tokyo
Duration:
1 hour 30
- Explore the fascinating world of Shod?, the traditional Japanese Calligraphy Art with hundreds of years of history!
Master of Shod? K?ji Takano will teach you a personal approach to Calligraphy that consists in express yourself in a totally free artistic process, expanding your creativity and your originality to give life to a very unique... read more
Online Creative Origami Making with an Origami Artist
Duration:
1 hour 30
- Origami Artist Kazuki Fukuroi will show you how to create an original ORIGAMI step by step.
Origami is the traditional Japanese art of paper folding (ori = folding, kami = paper) to make shapes such as animals, plants and living tools.
In this workshop, we will make original origami by Fukuroi sensei that combines artistic elements to... read more
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