Top Kansai Prefecture Craft Classes

The traditional Japanese stringed instrument, the koto, is renowned for both its healing tones and elegant shape. During this workshop, you will have a chance to play the koto and hear and feel for yourself the echoes of antiquity that ring in each note of this beautiful instrument. After playing the koto, you will be served matcha green tea and seasonal Japanese sweets in a tea ceremony by a master from the Urasenke tea school. While enjoying the tea and sweets, you will be treated to a live koto performance. This cultural experience is set in a traditional historic house near Ginkakuji Temple and surrounded by the seasonal beauty of Kyoto. Spend an emotionally fulfilling time with me in this calming environment to creatively explore and stimulate all five of your senses.

Despite its huge popularity among tourists, the material side of kimono is not so well known as well as the fact that a district where produces finest kimono’s obi sash is situated in the north west part of Kyoto city. The tour visits an obi sash’s designer in the district to learn its laborious production process and craft an accessory out of the woven fabric.

【Outline】 &PAPERS is run by the studio producing paper-covered boxes, established 100 years ago in Kyoto. While following the tradition, they like to harmonize it with craftsmanship focusing on amusement for further development. In this workshop, you can make your notebook with the original paper from Kyoto. After the experience, enjoy shopping at the gift shop and have lunch or a light meal at the cafe in the studio.。 【Highlights】 1. Customize the covers, paper, ring, and clip as you like and create your notebook easy to use 2. Have a name pressed on the cover to make it very original. A nice souvenir for your friend or family 3. The original washi paper from Kyoto, carefully hand-printed at the Yuzen-print paper studio *Yuzen is a Japanese dyeing method for fabrics, popular with its colorful and refined patterns 4. The covers made carefully by the craftsmen at the Kyoto studio, applying the traditional technique of creating paper-covered boxes

Let's experience "Kano Musubi" with traditional Japanese Kumihimo braids! "Kano Musubi" is a knotting method of famous Kumihimo braids. "Kano Musubi" forms the shape of Chinese character "叶" which means that a wish comes true. Having such a lovely meaning, "Kano Musubi" is often used to close the opening of amulet cases given at the shrines. Select two colors each for you braid and stone. After completion, you can use it as a bag ornament or a key chain. As our cheerful staff will guide you carefully, beginners are welcome as well!

＊OUTLINE Make, feel, and learn about Japanese dolls. Let's bring back great memories! Experience and learn dressing traditional Japanese dolls, in a workshop with more than 100 years of history!

Learning about a country through cultural workshops and activities will give you a better understanding of our intricate history, valued social principals and holistic way of life. By learning about Japan and its people, you will be immersed in different perspectives and approaches that are unique to this country. Maikoya offers you opportunities to understand this culture through local instructors and guides. There is no better way to learn about a new place from the viewpoints of those who grew up and live in this amazing country. What better way to spend a day than learning a traditional, beautiful new activity with a knowledgeable tutor in a picturesque setting? You wouldn’t find friendlier people to help you experience Japan in all its splendor. Children must be accompanied by an adult Adult pricing applies to all travelers

*Create fantastic memories of your trip to Japan *Opportunities for taking photographs will be highlighted throughout *Special experience of Japanese culture *Enjoyable experience with children *Learning about the history of Japanese culture

this fun activity you will be given colorful Japanese rice papers and will learn how to make beautiful figures without cutting the paper or using glue.

Discover the techniques behind Shodo calligraphy by having an art class in Kyoto. You won’t have to worry about buying paint, brushes, or paper, as all equipment is provided. You’ll learn the link between calligraphy and meditation, and the history of this beautiful art. Your tutor will teach you how to write your name in calligraphy, and you’ll have the opportunity to take photographs too.

You can make leather goods in a small atelier just a little away from the center of Kyoto. Most items are finished as soon as they are painted and processed a little. You can use it as a souvenir or make your own original items.

The miniature culture is one of famous Japanese culture. And It is easy to find fake food when you pass the restaurants outside. It is also Japanese culture. This activity is like a Mix of Both culture. If you think you would be very into this as you are not crafty person, please do not worry about that, you could make the food model of Mini Ramen. This workshop is very fun and you could get the unique souvenir and experience for you.

Enjoy the experience of making a  bamboo teaspoon for your own in a 2-hour instructed workshop. The bamboo teaspoon you will be making is a traditional craft, passed down to present day, made by hand.  You can take your teaspoon back home on the day you make it. Please make a reservation by one day before the visit.

Enjoy the experience of making a bamboo basket for your own in a 2-hour instructed workshop. The bamboo basket you will be making is a traditional craft, passed down to present day, made by hand.  The ebi basket has a diameter of 13 cm and an opening of 9 cm. You can use it for various purposes such as accessories. You can take your bamboo basket back home on the day you make it. Hotel pickup and drop-off is not included: you will meet at the workshop in Kyoto.

With thick, shrine-filled bamboo forests surrounding Kyoto, it is little wonder that bamboo is an integral part of Kyoto craft traditions. During this hands-on workshop, you’ll receive one-on-one instruction in traditional bamboo basket-making. Learn how to braid bamboo strips and take part in one of the city’s most cherished living traditions. All materials are included, and you can take home your new creation.

Get more out of your time in Japan by learning new skills—how to make a bamboo basket. This workshop is a hands-on experience where you’ll learn how to braid bamboo and make a basket. You won’t have to worry about purchasing materials, as all equipment and materials are provided. At the end of the workshop, you’ll be able to take your basket home with you as a souvenir.

It is one of the few workshops in modern times where you can learn at a craftsmanship shop. The venue for the experience in front of the temple famous for Zen in Kyoto, Daitokuji, is located in the same site. “Separation”, where the workshop is held, is a renovation of an old Kyoto building (Kyomachiya) about 100 years ago. In addition, there are works of contemporary artists from Japan and abroad, You can enjoy a space where you can enjoy tradition and art. The items we make are cute items made by “knobwork” born in the Edo period. The design is 3 patterns. In addition, the metal fittings are 3 patterns: clip, bag, and bag charm. In addition to the standard 8 colors, there are two seasonal colors that can be selected from 10 light silks. Only one in the world with infinite combinations. Enjoy your favorite thumbwork! Kinkakuji Temple is 10 minutes by bus before and after the experience. It is also recommended that you stop by Zengu Shrine or Daitokuji Temple, where you can enjoy a beautiful stone garden, or Imamiya Shrine, which has the oldest Japanese tea house (cafe) born more than 1000 years ago! This area is also attractive for its calm atmosphere, so please enjoy it slowly. * Private activities (charters) are also available for those who wish.

You can have a real Kimono experience. We have a lot of line ups about kimono. Also you can enjoy Japanese culture making Tsumaki -zaiku accessories.

It is a special handmade experience that can only be experienced at the Kaiyukan. Use the original Kaiyukan products that can only be purchased here, and bring them back in the form of memories of your visit to Kaiyukan or your travel memories. With over 1000 kinds of original items and Kaiyukan limited items, you can create your own candle art in the world.

It is a special handmade experience that can only be experienced at the Kaiyukan. Use the original Kaiyukan products that can only be purchased here, and bring them back in the form of memories of your visit to Kaiyukan or your travel memories. With over 1000 kinds of original items and Kaiyukan limited items, you can make your own jellyfishium in the world.

You can make memories of coming to Japan. It is a handmade experience workshop that can only be experienced in Tokyo Craft Town. Why don't you make the memories of the excitement you have seen in Japan? There are many famous building figures such as Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Sky Tree, Asakusa Kaminarimon, Castle, and Five-storied Pagoda.

Using the place used by the trainees who entered the Rinzai sect for training to enter the dojo Those who have visited Zen for 10 to 30 years at the temple where Steve Jombus also visited will introduce the greatness of Zazen and work. We will tell you about the charms of Daitokuji, Zazen, and work recommended by international businessmen.

Please make Japanese sweets with clay. After that, at the town house in the TV · film location A sophisticated townhouse rental space * You will be able to hold a smartphone photo session freely in Marumoto. * Current townhouse use selection: shooting studio (movies and TV), workshop venue, cosplay shooting party, mom friend association, cooking party, music video shooting, reunion, etc.

Your child will get to experience different Japanese cultural activities during their time with us. Our friendly, English speaking staff will take care of your child. While your kids are with us, parents can enjoy sightseeing in a more relaxed manner. Local kids may join sometimes! Your kids can make friends with local kids and enjoy playing with kids from Japan. We have a morning class and an afternoon class. You can choose one or both!

Kyoto has been the principal home of Zen since its introduction to Japan from China at the beginning of the 13th century. Kyoto is therefore rightly famous for its Zen-influenced gardens, etc. However, the heart of Zen is the practice of meditation, for meditation is the very meaning of the word “Zen.” Given this, it is ironic there are so few opportunities for short-term visitors to Kyoto to have more than a brief introduction to Zen meditation while visiting Zen temples. Thus, this workshop is unique in providing an extended, in-depth introduction to both the theory and practice of meditation (zazen) under the guidance of American-born, Sōtō Zen Buddhist priest and scholar Rev. Dr. Brian Victoria. Rev. Victoria will introduce you to both the theory and practice of Zen meditation, employing traditional meditation cushions (or chairs if needed) in a private meditation hall. By workshop completion, participants will become confident in their ability to continue meditating on their own.