Cool Down in Kyoto : Traditional Incense Making Experience

5.0 (22 reviews) Kyoto, Japan
Duration50m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Overview

Create your own original Japanese incense in a traditional Kyoto setting.
In this hands on experience, you will blend natural fragrance ingredients to design a scent that reflects your personal taste and mood.

Incense has been part of Japanese culture for centuries, known as “Kodo” the Way of Incense.
Through this experience, you will not only create your own incense but also discover the cultural meaning and beauty behind it.

What makes this experience special:
Blend over 7 natural fragrance ingredients
Add your favorite aroma oil to create a unique scent
No rules design a fragrance that reflects you
Experience it inside a traditional Kyoto machiya
Relaxing and sensory experience for all travelers

What you get:
- Your own handmade incense sticks
- A one of a kind scent you created yourself
- A meaningful and memorable Kyoto souvenir

What's included

  • Take-home handmade incense
  • All incense materials

What to expect

Japanese incense craft in a traditional Kyoto Machiya
Blend over 8 carefully selected natural ingredients with 4+ aroma oils to craft your own original incense, guided by the spirit of traditional Japanese fragrance culture.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our entrance is marked by a noren curtain with the “incense” logo.

End point

Our entrance is marked by a noren curtain with the “incense” logo.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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5.0 (22)
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