Maki-e Lacquerware Decoration
From ¥80,600 for up to 2 guests · 1.5 hours
Decorate a piece of lacquerware with maki-e metallic powder at the main store of a century-old lacquerware shop in Nihonbashi.
- Where
- Tokyo
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Group size
- 1–6 guests
Maki-e is the Japanese craft of drawing designs on finished lacquerware with fresh lacquer and dusting them with metallic powders such as gold or silver. Because wet lacquer irritates the skin, you work with a non-toxic alternative.
You choose a hand-lacquered piece to decorate, a confectionery bowl, a handheld mirror, a round tray or a rectangular box, and create a personalised item with refined maki-e powder.
What is included
- Choice of a hand-lacquered piece
- Maki-e powder and non-toxic paint
- Your decorated piece
- English-speaking host
Host and place
Hosted by A lacquerware specialist
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 2 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 Maki-e Lacquerware Decoration?
Maki-e Lacquerware Decoration lasts 1.5 hours.
How much does Maki-e Lacquerware Decoration cost?
From ¥80,600 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 2 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 a hand-lacquered piece, Maki-e powder and non-toxic paint, Your decorated piece and English-speaking host.
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.
