The 15 Best Craft Workshops in Japan

Sushi Making Tokyo Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class - Eating the sushi you prepare

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,971 reviews · from $60Our pick

Learn sushi-making steps near Senso-ji in Tokyo, enjoy your own nigiri and rolls, and get friendly English guidance in a 100-minute class.

“Karoi & Shiroi were both amazing instructors! They tailored their content and pace for our family (kids 10 & 6 yo) and a younger couple - and we all left thrilled and full after the experience. Loved every minute and highly recommend! P.S. I added a delicious sake flight pairing too. Highly recommend”

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Kyoto: 45-Minute Tea Ceremony Lesson Experience

2.45-Minute Tea Ceremony Lesson Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,378 reviews · 45 min · from $22

Learn matcha, tea etiquette, and Kyoto tradition in a 45-minute Urasenke ceremony near Kinkakuji, with optional kimono and candlelight settings.

“Splendid to learn the history of the tea ceremony from a practicing professional.”

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Tokyo: Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Asakusa

3.Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Asakusa

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,957 reviews · 1h 40m · from $58

Make maki and nigiri, learn sushi traditions, and enjoy a friendly English-language class in historic Asakusa near Sensoji and Tokyo Skytree.

“Very well organised class, helpful and friendly teachers and the sushi was delicious!!”

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Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto

4.Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,937 reviews · from $131

Make ramen from scratch in Kyoto with hands-on noodle making, custom broth, toppings, and a satisfying meal in 90 minutes.

“My family had a great experience at the Ramen Factory. The cooking class was well organized and fun. All of the staff was friendly and helpful. We would highly recommend taking this class. The ramen was great!”

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Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class

5.Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,763 reviews · from $20

Shape Japanese wood with a traditional kanna in this hands-on Shinjuku workshop. Make, sand, oil, and personalize your own chopsticks.

“Very kind and nice staff that will walk you through the steps! Hard work for amazing chopsticks that will be unique to you.”

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Tokyo: Sushi Making Class in a Happi Coat near a Famous Spot

6.Sushi Making Class in a Happi Coat near a Famous Spot

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,377 reviews · 1h 30m · from $42

Learn to shape nigiri sushi with tuna and salmon in a happi coat during this friendly 90-minute Tokyo cooking class.

“It was really fun thing to do.Mizuki was my teacher, she was very helpful, place is cozy and I’m sure I can make sushi at home now.”

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Chopstick Making Workshop in Ginza

7.Chopstick Making Workshop in Ginza

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,366 reviews · 1 hour · from $25

Make handmade chopsticks in Ginza, choosing from 24 woods, shaping with a plane, sanding, oiling, and adding optional engraving.

“The instructions were really easy to follow and all the staff made sure I knew what to do every step of the way. I made a 2nd pair (extra cost)....they didn't rush me even though I took 2 hours (precision sanding). I loved how both pairs turned out and the engraving further personalized them. Great memory and souvenir for myself and my brother. Just a note that with the exception of 3 wood types every other type costs more as does the engraving.”

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Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

8.Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,220 reviews · from $31

Learn maki and nigiri near Dotonbori in a friendly Osaka sushi class with English instruction, prepared ingredients, and a tasty meal.

“We came as a group of 4 and had an amazing experience! Aina was our instructor and she made the experience even better! She was very personable and knowledgeable. We got to make and try multiple different types of sushi. Highly recommend!”

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Tokyo Sushi Making Class in Tsukiji with Professional Chef

9.Tokyo Sushi Making Class in Tsukiji with Professional Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,177 reviews · from $50

Learn to make five nigiri and one sushi roll with a professional chef in Tsukiji, then enjoy your fresh creations in a 90-minute class.

“SO FUN! I hadn't tried too much sushi before this trip, but I loved learning about different types of sushi, its history in Japanese culture, and how to make it in this class. The sushi master was so sweet and helpful. He got a good chuckle out of our efforts to copy his work! Yugo, our guide/the sushi master's assistant, was awesome. He was so fun and brought great vibes. You also get a chance to explore the Tsukiji Outer Market since the session is right there! 10/10 experience”

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Kyoto : Chopsticks Making Workshop in Gion with Engraving Option

10.Chopsticks Making Workshop in Gion with Engraving Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 958 reviews · from $15

Shape Japanese chopsticks in Gion using a kanna hand plane, choose natural wood, sand and oil your pair, and add optional engraving.

“The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Making my own chopsticks was a wonderful way to experience Japanese culture, and it also turned out to be a perfect souvenir to bring Read more”

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Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in Tokyo with Local Supermarket Visit

11.Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in Tokyo with Local Supermarket Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 823 reviews · from $123

Make ramen and gyoza in YUCa’s Tokyo home kitchen, visit a local supermarket, and learn practical Japanese cooking skills in a small class.

“Amazing experience for singles, couples, and families alike! All ages will have a blast at YUCa’s cooking class!”

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Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set

12.Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 744 reviews · from $22

Learn to whisk matcha in Asakusa, enjoy seasonal Japanese sweets, and explore tea culture in a friendly one-hour Tokyo class.

“Great experience and very accommodating even if I was late for a few minutes because I got time confused. Love the experience and will surely recommend.”

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Kyoto: Samurai Sword Class by Experts in Traditional Arts

13.Samurai Sword Class by Experts in Traditional Arts

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 657 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $64

Learn samurai sword movements, wear traditional costume, and watch a Kenbu performance in Kyoto during this lively small-group class.

“Lovely! We learned a lot. It was fun to dress up and learn how to hold the sword. The show was great!!”

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Tokyo: Samurai Sword & Archery Class from Samurai Descendant

14.Samurai Sword & Archery Class from Samurai Descendant

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 603 reviews · 3 hours · from $193

Train in swordsmanship and Japanese horseback archery with a samurai descendant at a real Tokyo-area dojo. Hands-on, demanding, and deeply memorable.

“This is by far one of my favorite experiences I have done, in Japan and in general! I love martial arts, and learning from a true samurai descendant seemed like an amazing opportunity. Though it was a bit expensive, my boyfriend and I are so glad we did it! We are from the US, and our Japanese is not great, but he spoke basic English for us, and always made sure we understood what was going on. He explained things in detail, gave examples, and helped us correct things kindly. He was exact about what needed to be done for safety and proper form, but never harsh. In general, you…”

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Kyoto: Ramen Cooking Class at a Ramen Factory with Souvenir

15.Ramen Cooking Class at a Ramen Factory with Souvenir

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 532 reviews · 1h 30m · from $127

Make ramen from flour to bowl in Kyoto, choose your broth, enjoy your creation, and take home a souvenir and recipe.

“Such an amazing guide and a cool experience, packed with information and even some history on Japan. We had so many laughs with Fuku, he really made the experience special for us. The ramen was absolutely delicious!!! So much better than I expected, and making the noodles was so cool too. We loved it and would absolutely recommend it!”

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