At Maana, our renovation work has led us to a deep appreciation for Tsuchikabe—a distinctive blend of clay, rice straw, sand, and seaweed, crafted by skilled craftspeople called Sakans. In our workshop, let's discover this tradi... More

Blades and Knives in Japan have a long history, the most famous sword being the katana . The techniques for forging blades have been refined over time, and Japanese blades have been considered among the best in the world for many ... More

Immerse yourself in the handmade washi paper making. The workshop begins with an educational introduction to the history and unique characteristics of washi paper. You'll be guided through the entire process, from preparing the ra... More

If you're seeking to experience authentic Japanese culture in a homely setting close to Tokyo, this is your ideal destination. This hands-on experience is conducted in the comfort of an ordinary Japanese home, accommodating a maxi... More

Just a 40-minute ride on a charmingly local train from Shinkansen Kakegawa Station takes you to a hidden gem — a wonderland of Japanese culture that remains undiscovered by many. Moreover there will be no long line to wait. Exp... More

Not simply an art class, this unique activity is taught directly by a professional painter. Exclusive to Beppu, this workshop is led by renowned Japanese artist Tomoe Higashi, who also speaks English. Offering a rare chance to i... More

This night photo workshop is a fast-paced, 3.5-hour dive into Tokyo’s neon-soaked streets, capturing Blade Runner-inspired scenes across multiple unique locations. Designed to cover as many iconic night spots as possible, it off... More

Kyodo Station in Setagaya Ward is a 15-minute train ride from both Shinjuku and Shibuya. It is a quiet town with Shimokitazawa for old clothes and Gotokuji Temple for beckoning cats along the line. At a public space called Kyodo ... More

Why not create a cool T-shirt that combines memories and traditional Japanese culture at our studio in Yanaka? A master calligrapher will write your name or a word of your choice in kanji characters on a T-shirt right in front of ... More

- Located mountains, away from the city, you can experience Japanese culture. - You can take photos with the bonsai Bonsai in the Bonsai garden. - You can enjoy Japanese sweets made from pine trees.... More

Kumihimo Experience: Kumihimo has a long history in Japan, dating back more than 1,000 years to the Nara period (710-794), and was used for armor. This time, we will make either charms or bracelets that are easy for children to ... More

A value-priced cultural experience course to enjoy Japanese traditional culture easily. And this lesson offers you a unique double experience: the making of a gold “makie” crafting experience, and a lesson in the art of perfec... More

Feel free to come empty-handed. Do you know the history of manga? In this workshop, you can learn deeply about Japanese manga culture. We have prepared a time for you to have fun while deepening your knowledge, from the birth to ... More

Did you know that you can draw pictures on matcha? In this experience, you make your own matcha and draw pictures or write letters on it. It's done at a table, so you don't have to sit upright. You can redraw it as many times as y... More

You can also choose experiences other than Suiboku-ga (ink painting), so please choose what you want to do beforehand. We will ask you by e-mail. In case of Suiboku-ga While explaining the tools, we will draw a basic Suiboku-ga b... More

The bamboo used for the experience is carefully selected by the craftsmen themselves from the local bamboo forests in Tottori. The bamboo is then dried for more than two years before being used for the experience. Near the bamboo... More

You can create a one-of-a-kind light that is uniquely yours. A veteran with 16 years of experience as a craftsman is available to offer advice on both the creation process and design. We also accept individual and group experien... More

Experience to create a giant mural art using phosphorescent paint Join a walking tour of Shibuya's graffiti and mural art with a mural artist Solve the graffiti problem by painting glowing mural art on walls Get a lecture on how t... More

- Shinsui Tanaka, who has been training Japanese calligraphy and Tennen Rishin-ryu swordsmanship for over 15 years, will provide careful guidance. - This program includes not only experiencing Japanese calligraphy culture but also... More

This is a 1-hour authentic calligraphy experience with an English-speaking instructor. You will learn about the background of calligraphy culture and the special tools. Writing your favorite kanji on a traditional hanging scroll w... More