Please arrive at the store 5 minutes before your reservation.
Duration: 45 minutes
① Reception: Enter the store and let us know you have a reservation.
② Explanation: We will explain the characteristics of about 10 types of wood.
③ Experience: Choose your favorite wood and start making your chopsticks!
Steps: Shave with a plane → Sand → Apply oil → Completion
Reservations must be made 3 days before
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Step into a charming wooden building over 100 years old and discover the art of traditional Japanese craftsmanship in the heart of Kyoto. This hands-on workshop invites you to create your very own pair of bespoke chopsticks, a quintessential tool of Japanese culture. Guided by expert instructors, you will transform raw wood into a polished, personal keepsake that carries the warmth and scent of natural timber.
During this 45-minute experience, you can choose from various wood types, including premium options, and master techniques like shaving with a plane and sanding for a perfect finish. Once your masterpiece is complete, you'll apply finishing oil and wrap them in beautiful packaging to take home. It is a relaxing and rewarding activity that perfectly complements a day of sightseeing or a leisurely stroll through Kyoto's historic streets.
Reception
Wood Selection and Introduction
Chopsticks Crafting Experience
Completion and Wrapping
Japan Ticket
JPY 3,980