Craft Your Own Chopsticks with Wood Offcuts from Instruments

Learn how chopsticks are made as the craftsman shows each step.

Make your own pair of chopsticks with guidance from the craftsman.

Experience authentic craftsmanship at a long-standing traditional workshop in Tokyo.

Craft Your Own Chopsticks with Wood Offcuts from Instruments

Visit a traditional craftsman’s workshop and learn the art of handmaking fine wooden items.

Duration3h 30m

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LanguagesGerman, Japanese, English, Chinese, Italian, French, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Experience a warm and memorable moment through a unique Chopstick Crafting Experience rooted in Japanese tradition. In this workshop, you will use carefully selected wood offcuts from traditional instruments such as the shamisen, valued for their beautiful grain and character.

Working alongside a skilled craftsman, you will create one pair of chopsticks using traditional techniques. The craftsman makes one chopstick while you craft the other, resulting in a meaningful pair completed together. The process is easy to follow, with gentle guidance provided throughout, making it suitable even for beginners.

If time permits, you may also have the rare opportunity to try playing the shamisen.

Your finished chopsticks are practical, one-of-a-kind, and filled with warmth—serving as a special souvenir that reflects both Japanese craftsmanship and your personal experience.

Options

2.5hours/1-2Guests

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

3.5hours/3-4Guests

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

What's included

Chopstick-making instruction by a skilled craftsman
A Professional Local Guide
Cost of the handcrafted original chopsticks you create

What to expect

Experience a warm and memorable moment with a unique Chopstick Crafting Experience rooted in Japanese tradition.

This workshop uses offcuts from traditional Japanese instruments such as the shamisen and koto. These high-quality wood pieces carry beautiful grain patterns and rich character, letting you appreciate their natural elegance as your chopsticks take shape.
You’ll be supported by a welcoming craftsman, who guides you through the materials, their stories, and the process. Even first-time participants can enjoy the experience with ease.
The finished chopsticks are practical, warm, and truly one-of-a-kind—making a meaningful souvenir blending Japanese craftsmanship with your personal experience.

Experience Highlights
-Use special wood offcuts from shamisen and koto
-A unique chopstick crafting experience
-Friendly and reliable assistance

Please note that total duration depends on group size: about 2 hours for 2 travelers, 3 hours for 3–4, and 4 hours for 5–6. The schedule may vary slightly depending on traffic, weather, and group pace.

Mukouyama Gakkiten

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our guide is standing in front of Mukouyama Gakkiten.
They are holding a signboard for our inbound tour service “YURAGI,” so please use that as a reference point to meet up.
If you have trouble finding them, you can contact the guide directly via WhatsApp or phone.

End point

Our guide is standing in front of Mukouyama Gakkiten.
They are holding a signboard for our inbound tour service “YURAGI,” so please use that as a reference point to meet up.
If you have trouble finding them, you can contact the guide directly via WhatsApp or phone.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Your clothes might get dirty during the work, so I recommend wearing something you don't mind getting dirty.
This tour will take about 2.5 hours for 2 travelers, 3.5 hours for 3–4 traverlers.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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