Buddhist Statuette Carving in Yase
From ¥115,900 for up to 2 guests · 6 hours
Spend a day in verdant Yase carving your own palm-sized Warabe Jizo with a Buddhist sculptor.
- Where
- Kyoto
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Group size
- 1–5 guests
Buddhist statue carving in Japan goes back over ten centuries, always striving to give physical form to the Buddha's compassion. You spend a day in Kyoto's verdant Yase area learning it from a master sculptor.
You learn the history and craft and create a one-of-a-kind, palm-sized Warabe Jizo statuette.
What is included
- Instruction from a Buddhist sculptor
- Carving a Warabe Jizo statuette
- English-speaking guide
Host and place
Hosted by A Buddhist sculptor
Meeting point Kyoto — exact address sent once confirmed
Cancellation policy for this experience
Our standard tour cancellation terms (Terms and Conditions, clause 5) do not apply to this experience. It is run by a partner host, who sets its own conditions:
Free cancellation up to 11 days before the experience date: you get a full refund if we receive your cancellation by 5:00 PM Japan time on that day. After that the booking is non-refundable, and the date and the number of guests cannot be changed.
We will remind you of these conditions by email when your booking is confirmed. Please read them before you book.
Good to know
How long is Buddhist Statuette Carving in Yase?
Buddhist Statuette Carving in Yase lasts 6 hours.
How much does Buddhist Statuette Carving in Yase cost?
From ¥115,900 for up to 2 guests. A larger group, up to 5 guests, costs more. We confirm the exact price when we confirm your date.
What is the cancellation policy?
Our standard tour cancellation terms do not apply to this experience: it is run by a partner who sets its own conditions. Free cancellation up to 11 days before the experience date: you get a full refund if we receive your cancellation by 5:00 PM Japan time on that day. After that the booking is non-refundable, and the date and the number of guests cannot be changed. We will remind you of these conditions by email when your booking is confirmed.
How many guests can join?
This experience takes 1 to 5 guests, so it stays small and personal.
Where does it take place and where do we meet?
The experience takes place in Kyoto. Meeting point: Kyoto — exact address sent once confirmed.
What is included?
Instruction from a Buddhist sculptor, Carving a Warabe Jizo statuette and English-speaking guide.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry with your preferred date using the form on this page. We confirm availability with the host and reply within one working day. Nothing is charged at the enquiry stage.
