Chopstick Making in Kuramae
From ¥75,600 for up to 2 guests · 90 minutes
Make your own chopsticks in a Kuramae workshop with a century of Edo woodworking history: choose a fine wood, shave it and finish it with oil.
- Where
- Tokyo
- Duration
- 90 minutes
- Group size
- 1–6 guests
In a Kuramae workshop with over a century of Edo sashimono woodworking history, a third-generation craftsman or his son teaches you to make chopsticks. You choose from a variety of precious woods, shave them down and finish them with oil.
A talk on Edo sashimono woodworking in the showroom comes first, and you take your chopsticks home in a box of Aizu paulownia wood. Engraving is available as an option.
What is included
- Choice of woods and tools
- Talk on Edo sashimono woodworking
- Paulownia box for your chopsticks
- English-speaking guide
Host and place
Hosted by A woodworking craftsman
Meeting point Tokyo — 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 Chopstick Making in Kuramae?
Chopstick Making in Kuramae lasts 90 minutes.
How much does Chopstick Making in Kuramae cost?
From ¥75,600 for up to 2 guests. A larger group, up to 6 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 6 guests, so it stays small and personal.
Where does it take place and where do we meet?
The experience takes place in Tokyo. Meeting point: Tokyo — exact address sent once confirmed.
What is included?
Choice of woods and tools, Talk on Edo sashimono woodworking, Paulownia box for your chopsticks 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.
