Experience Japanese culture through "Zen Meditation" and the "Tea Ceremony" at Yusai-tei in Arashiyama, Kyoto. Nestled in the picturesque Arashiyama area, Yusai-tei offers a serene setting where you can immerse yourself in the be... More

The essence of 'Japanese calligraphy' is not about writing beautifully and correctly. It is a way of expressing a multitude of emotions using extremely simple materials: ink and water. The programme was created by a calligrapher w... More

private lesson Why don't you experience traditional Japanese calligraphy in Kyoto? Includes Matcha Japanese confectionery gift You can convert your name into kanji to make calligraphy works, your favorite anime hero, Japanese lang... More

Experience a mysterious traditional Japanese performance art using bamboo. In Japan, bamboo is considered very auspicious and is often used in celebratory occasions. This uniquely Japanese art form features bamboo sticks that tran... More

For centuries in Japan, fermented indigo dyeing has been used to create a spectrum of blue masterpieces, cherished for their symbolic and protective qualities. Dye your own textile (or use one provided by us), and learn about the ... 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

Experience Japanese Calligraphy in a traditional Machiya in Kyoto. Calligraphy is an important part of Japanese culture, involving the art of Kanji characters with sumi ink on white paper. Each artist brings their unique style, ... More

This is the experience you can appreciate the nature and things you have now in your life and can relax at the same time through matcha. Once you enter Machiya Style house, you can forget the hustle and bustle of craziness of the ... More

You can experience Japanese "OMOTENASHI" culture! This is an experiential workshop taught by a Japanese ｍanners trainer. This workshop is suitable for those who want to learn about Japanese culture in a special space such as a t... More

This activity is very popular these days. It is a light and solid string because it is winding a thin twisted paper with thread. Let's knit this string and make accessories and ornaments. For example, straps of strawberries, flora... More

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

Our Fragrance Advisors will give you exclusive advice. First, you choose a fragrance based on your intuition, and then we ask you about your preferences, such as the type of fragrance and the amount of the fragrance to be mixed. W... More

Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement, a timeless practice that dates back centuries. This art form may seem esoteric and inaccessible at first glance, but with just a little basic knowledge and practice, anyone can cr... More

Would you like to experience calligraphy right near Kyoto Station? Please come and try Traditional Japanese Calligraphy! You can learn a new skill and get some great authentically Japanese Souvenirs to take home! Make a reservati... More