Using Japanese

You can make traditional Japanese Washi paper from raw materials. Enjoy making a piece of washi paper and designing it using dried, pressed seasonal local flowers and leaves. After drying the paper, you can craft it into a set of postcards, or table-mat, or wraparound lampshade, or tapestry panel. You can proceed with it under the guidance of the instructor, in a relaxing atmosphere. While the paper is dried, you will be able to watch a short video of the traditional paper-making method which has been continued for over one thousand years. Handmade Japanese Washi paper will be the perfect souvenir or gift from Japan!

This class is the only one in Sapporo! You can't experience it anywhere else! Your host, Yuki, is so popular that she has appeared on TV, radio, and newspapers many times. She offers pretty flower Sushi roll class also. If you are a sushi lover, please try to check it !!（ The sushi class is easier than this Japanese sweets class. ） Experience and enjoy Japanese life and traditional Japanese sweets in Yuki's cozy and lovely home.

As for Japanese words or a phrase for your writing on this occasion, we have a lot of kinds in kanji character in advance for your reference so that you may choose anyone from them that you want to have a try to! Of course,you can take it away your own calligraphy to your home in arranged and covered with beautiful Japanese traditional paper! If you already have your favorite words in mind that you wish to do with, you can also have a chance for it. (*Please contact us before you get to our place)

Join a fully hands-on Japanese cooking class at a 56-year-old culinary school just 3 minutes from Kanazawa Station. This is not a demonstration—each participant prepares all dishes with personal guidance from a professional local chef. Learn practical skills you can use at home, including how to shape sushi, make dashi, cook rolled omelets, and prepare Jibuni, a Kanazawa specialty. You’ll also gain insights into the cultural background of each dish. We use fresh, seasonal ingredients, including premium fish from Omicho Market—also supplied to Michelin-starred restaurants. Real-time AI translation via a 65-inch screen ensures smooth communication in English. Note: Vegan diets and those avoiding fish-based dashi cannot be accommodated. Please inform us of any other dietary needs at booking—same-day changes are not accepted.

Japanese calligraphy is the essence of traditional Japanese culture. Why not try your hand at this art? “Shodo,” or Japanese calligraphy, is artistically written words that are written in a style that is both artistic and emotionally driven. The art of calligraphy was handed down from China during the 6th and 7th centuries, at which time the Japanese learned how to make brushes, ink, and paper. Soon after its introduction, it became an indispensable skill for educated nobles and samurai, the leaders of Japan. Over time, the appreciation spread to the general public. Now, it can be found not only as works of art but also in things such as New Year's cards and other special occasion writings. This art form is now a part of Japanese culture.

Enjoy the calligraphy experience of traditional Japanese culture. With 25 years of experience as a calligraphy instructor, I will provide you with easy-to-understand and detailed instruction. We will talk about Japanese letters, explain how to use calligraphy tools, and teach you the basics of how to use a brush. Then, students choose one of the 12 kanji that are popular overseas, practice it, and write it on a Japanese board. Sign your name, place it in a special art frame, and your original work of art is complete. You can take it home, so please display it at home. At the end, enjoy green tea and Japanese sweets, and take a commemorative photo. It will be a wonderful memory for you. The event will be held on the first floor of a hotel in Shinsaibashi, the center of Osaka. It's very convenient, just 1 minute walk from the subway station.

1. Postcards made with Ise Katagami paper “Ise Katagami” artisans carve over 900 intricate patterns on a one-inch space of durable washi paper for kimono stencil dyeing In this session, you’ll use a katagami stencil by craftsperson Chiaki Imasaka for postcard stencil dyeing 2. Mizuhiki-style money envelope Learn the art of creating Mizuhiki-style money envelopes, traditional Japanese decorative cords used for special occasions. Mizuhiki bookmark 3. Learn the art of Mizuhiki, a traditional Japanese craft used for celebratory envelopes and gifts, which involves coloring and winding silk thread around a core. 4. Craft Mini Clasp Purses Create mini-sized clasp purses and coin cases with traditional Japanese fabric and washi paper, perfect for use as accessory cases.

Breakfast in the tea ceremony is simple. Onigiri, egg dishes, pickles and soups. Onigiri are prepared early in the morning, carefully prepared, and prepared according to the arrival of the customer. The rice is made from "Tsuyahime", which has been certified as the highest quality as Special A rice by the government. With all my heart, I use the cooked rice to make rice balls on the spot. One of Japan's most beloved dishes is hot freshly prepared rice balls. The mellow aroma of freshly cooked food and rich taste will fill your mouth. After the meal, a tea ceremony follows. On a tea ceremony experience that combines a short meditation with a Zen world, watch the beautiful process of preparing a bowl and enjoy the finest matcha tea and cute sweets.

A qualified tea master will hold a full-fledged tea ceremony in a traditional tea room. You can listen to the etiquette of the tea ceremony and how to use the utensils while enjoying the matcha that is made in front of you and the beautiful Japanese sweets. It will be a wonderful experience.

• Sample some of Morita Sake Brewery's original sake and enjoy the varying aromas and tastes of each drink. • After the brewery tour, you will receive either a small bottle of collaboration sake from Kurashiki Ivy Square Hotel, a landmark hotel in Kurashiki, or chocolate bonbons filled with Morita Sake Brewery's own blend of sake—either one makes a great souvenir! *Please note that you are not able to choose which gift you will receive. • Indulge in the region's unique flavors and sake at Inter Bridge Sake Tasting, a standing bar that opened in May 2024. You can also enjoy snacks made with seasonal ingredients visitors rarely get the chance to try, including bamboo shoots from Mabi and mozzarella cheese from Tamashima's Miyake Farm. *Snacks and alcoholic beverages vary by season.

Discover the essence of traditional Japanese home cooking, ichiju-sansai, in Nagoya, where local fermentation traditions enhance dishes with miso, malt, and soy sauce. Learn to craft a Japanese soup stock using kelp and bonito flakes under the guidance of Grandma, sharing her expertise and culinary wisdom. Choose from three menus featuring cherished family recipes like chicken, salmon, and Nagoya-meshi, celebrated in the region for generations. After preparing and tasting these dishes, participants partake in a serene matcha ceremony, crafting and enjoying matcha with seasonal Japanese sweets. Limited to four people, this intimate experience promises a personalized journey into Nagoya's rich culinary heritage.

Discover the Art of Japanese Calligraphy (Shodō) Step into the world of shodō—a beautiful blend of art, language, and mindfulness. Unlike typical tourist activities, this hands-on experience invites you to slow down and connect deeply with Japanese culture. Guided by a skilled instructor, you’ll learn to write kanji using traditional tools like brush and ink, creating your own elegant masterpiece to take home. Perfect for travelers seeking a peaceful, meaningful, and creative experience, this workshop offers more than just a souvenir—it’s a moment of self-expression and cultural immersion you won’t forget.

【Newly opened in 2025 ! 】 All of our products provide private experiences, so you can take photos anytime and make adjustments toward the satisfaction of your experience. (e.g. I want you to proceed slowly to match my child's pace accordingly. I want to write a letter to someone special by Japanese calligraphy.) We will provide a special time for each group. If you have some special requests, please contact or reach us through request form or our email. The experience will be carefully guided by a friendly instructor. This is a completely private experience, so we will closely assess all our participants. Our culture center is located in Namba, the center of tourism in Osaka, so you can easily reach here from Shinsaibashi-suji shopping street!

Discover the Art of Japanese Calligraphy (Shodō) Step into the world of shodō—a beautiful blend of art, language, and mindfulness. Unlike typical tourist activities, this hands-on experience invites you to slow down and connect deeply with Japanese culture. Guided by a skilled instructor, you’ll learn to write kanji using traditional tools like brush and ink, creating your own elegant masterpiece to take home. Perfect for travelers seeking a peaceful, meaningful, and creative experience, this workshop offers more than just a souvenir—it’s a moment of self-expression and cultural immersion you won’t forget.

Our plan's highlight is letting customers create unique items using indigo and ink, embracing the differences in patterns and color intensity. There's no single correct approach to dyeing; each piece reflects the individual's uniqueness. Instructors offer guidance, but the best results come from customers' personal styles. "Indigo" and "ink" are significant Japanese dyes featured in our activities. Indigo dyeing, a centuries-old Japanese method, uses the indigo plant to produce "Japan Blue," a unique blue cherished worldwide. Its history dates back to about 1500 years, gaining popularity in the Edo period and international acclaim in the Meiji era. Ink is central to Japanese culture and is associated with calligraphy and ink painting. While "ink dyeing" might suggest monastic robes or pure black, it actually results in a deep gray, illustrating the nuanced outcomes of dyeing with ink, which never achieves a true black but a rich gray tone.

If you are looking to get a deeper insight into Japanese food (washoku), there is no better way to do it than cooking it. So here we are at a small cooking studio in which you can experience a Japanese home style cooking. This is a great chance for you and your travel mate to escape from the travelling crowd and make a delicious meal together.

Thank you for visiting our page! We are a gallery-restaurant that regularly hosts exhibitions of works by Japanese artists. Asakusa is a historic area rich in Japanese culture, and we are passionate about sharing our love for kimono, Japanese paintings, sake, and other aspects of Japanese tradition. We sincerely hope to provide you with a memorable experience during your travels. It would bring us great joy to contribute to your journey. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing these moments together!

This is fan making, a traditional Japanese culture that has continued since the Heian period. You will choose a design paper with your favorite pattern and coat a white fan. We use a special patented solvent, so you can rest assured that it will not yellow or peel off. This is the only course that is not offered elsewhere. Japanese patterns are also available. Men can also enjoy this class. Finally, crystals (Swarovski) are added for a touch of glamour. It is not only for use as a fan to look up to, but also as a beautiful interior decoration for your room. It is perfect for use as a fan for yourself or as a souvenir. We will introduce the method in a video that is easy to understand even for beginners. *** A cup of coffee is included. ** We will have lessons at a cafe just a 2-minute walk from the JR Keihin Tohoku Line Tokyu Oimachi Line Close to Ito-Yokado and an electronics store called Rabi, ideal for shopping!

Lost on what to do to enjoy in Japan? Fear not! Let gotcha be your guide and support you! Kappabashi has many cooking tools, which are also used by Japanese chefs. There are so many varieties that you may get lost. There are also many cooking tools that you have never seen before, and you may not know how to use them. A knowledgeable guide will explain the cooking tools to you and help you find the perfect product for you! Have a wonderful experience with gotcha!!

You will experience the spirit and karma of Iai Heiho, an ancient martial art that has been handed down for over 500 years since the Muromachi Period, in a fun and safe way. The sword used is a mock sword. Kimonos and hakama are available for those who wish to wear them. However, there are size and quantity restrictions. Yari (spear) and naginata (halberd) are also available. The instructor has 37 years of martial arts training and 30 years of teaching experience. He currently holds the rank of Hanshi 8-dan. He strives to teach in an easy-to-understand and polite manner. The content of the experience includes an introduction to the Japanese sword and other weapons, etiquette, sword handling and swinging, and learning basic kendo.