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Tea Ladle Bamboo Carving Course

4.80· 9 reviews

What to expect

Sharpen white bamboo with a small knife as you slowly and carefully bring your tea ladle forth. You can also make a carrying case for the ladle.

What's included

Activity fee / Materials fee

Packages (2)

Tea Ladle Carving CourseMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Satfrom USD 62.68

Tea Ladle and Carrying Case CourseMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Satfrom USD 76.60

Schedule

Meet at TAKENOKO
Tea Ladle Carving Workshop
Scrape the bamboo with a knife to the right thickness, and then finish it by sandpaper. It takes about 2 hour to complete the work, and you get to take your carving home with you the same day.
Tour ends at TAKENOKO

Location and Directions

Check-in / Check-out
TAKENOKO
京都府京都市上京区油小路通中立売下る甲斐守町１１０−4

Restrictions

Children ages 8 and up may join this activity.

What to bring

Please wear clothing that is ok to get a bit dirty.
Please bring a towel etc, if you worry about bamboo shavings on your clothing.

Operated by

Yokoyama Bamboo Products & Co. (Code:120375)

Reviews

4.80

9 reviews

Guest photos 4

Time to be free of distractions.

Posted Date: 2026/07/08

花一輪

Making a tea scoop for the first time, I carved it mindlessly, and two hours flew by in no time. There were some challenging parts (the joints) that made me break out in a cold sweat, but the staff provided careful guidance, and I ended up with a great finish.初めての茶杓作り、無心に削り、2時間あっというまに過ぎました。途中難しい箇所（節）での削りに冷や汗でしたが、スタッフさんが丁寧に指導下さり、私としては上出来の仕上がりとなりました。

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It was a good time.

Posted Date: 2023/11/27

のは

There were no other customers, so I received one-on-one instruction. I thought that the process of working with bamboo before carving it requires a lot of effort and time. It was a great experience. I would like to come again.他にお客さんもおらず、マンツーマンで教えてもらいました。竹細工は削る前まで竹を加工する手間と時間が大変かと思いました。いい時間でした。また来たいです。

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It was fine even for beginners.

Posted Date: 2021/11/27

ワカコ

I wasn't sure how to use the knife at first, but the instructor was very kind and taught me patiently. They helped me with the difficult parts, and I was able to make my favorite tea scoop. It became a wonderful memory. Thank you very much.ナイフの使い方がよく分からず最初はどうなることかと思いましたが、インストラクターの方がとても優しく丁寧に教えて下さり、難しいところは手伝って下さいましたので、お気に入りのお茶杓を作ることができました。とても良い思い出になりました。ありがとうございました。

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It was fun!

Posted Date: 2021/11/03

めるてむ

I carved a tea scoop from bamboo using a small knife.
I chose my favorite bamboo and slowly carved it little by little, but it was quite challenging!
Under careful guidance, I was able to enjoy the process.
Even the slightly uneven parts of my one-of-a-kind tea scoop that I made myself give me a sense of attachment.小刀で竹を削って茶杓を作りました。
好きな竹を選んで、少しずつゆっくりと削って行くのですが、これがなかなか難しい！
丁寧なご指導のもと、楽しく作業することが出来ました。
少しいびつなところも自分が削って作ったオンリーワンの茶杓には愛着がわきます。

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Chashaku making experience

Posted Date: 2020/01/20

リリコ

First, I selected my favorite tea scoop from a variety of bamboo options and gradually carved it with a knife. It seemed difficult at first, but the instructor was very kind and taught me patiently, making the process really enjoyable! After that, I used sandpaper to refine the shape, and I ended up with my favorite tea scoop. I would love to make another one!まずは沢山の茶杓候補の竹のなかからお気に入りの一つを選び、ナイフで少しずつ削っていきます。
難しそうでしたが、お姉さん先生が丁寧に教えてくれてとても楽しく作業が出来ました！
その後サンドペーパーで削って形を整えて
お気に入りの茶杓に仕上がりました。また作りたいです。

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My first tea scoop.

Posted Date: 2019/04/22

よんり

I initially signed up for the sun-dried bamboo, but after seeing the materials, I wanted to make it with the textured bamboo instead. They kindly agreed to the change for an additional 1,000 yen. I was a bit nervous, as it had been since elementary school since I last did any crafting, but with their guidance, I was able to complete it. After returning home and admiring my creation, I thought it turned out quite well, and I couldn't help but praise myself (laughs). I was happy with it.

While mak… I initially signed up for the sun-dried bamboo, but after seeing the materials, I wanted to make it with the textured bamboo instead. They kindly agreed to the change for an additional 1,000 yen. I was a bit nervous, as it had been since elementary school since I last did any crafting, but with their guidance, I was able to complete it. After returning home and admiring my creation, I thought it turned out quite well, and I couldn't help but praise myself (laughs). I was happy with it.

While making it, I realized I should have chosen a bit more bamboo and had a clearer image of the final product in mind, which is something I need to reflect on. I also learned valuable points about how to carve and what to look for when viewing a tea scoop, which was a great takeaway. 晒竹で申し込んでいましたが、材料を見るとシボ竹で作りたくなって、1000円の差額を支払っての変更に快く応じて頂きました。
小学生以来の工作にどぎまぎしましたが、修正していただきながら完成させることができました。帰ってから自作だけを眺めていると上出来じゃないかなと自画自賛（笑）嬉しかったです。
作っている途中でもう少し竹を選ぶべきだったなと気づき、完成イメージを自分なりに持っていくべきだったところが反省点です。
削り方のポイントを教えていただき、お茶杓の拝見時にどういうところを見るべきなのかが腑に落ちた点も… 晒竹で申し込んでいましたが、材料を見るとシボ竹で作りたくなって、1000円の差額を支払っての変更に快く応じて頂きました。
小学生以来の工作にどぎまぎしましたが、修正していただきながら完成させることができました。帰ってから自作だけを眺めていると上出来じゃないかなと自画自賛（笑）嬉しかったです。
作っている途中でもう少し竹を選ぶべきだったなと気づき、完成イメージを自分なりに持っていくべきだったところが反省点です。
削り方のポイントを教えていただき、お茶杓の拝見時にどういうところを見るべきなのかが腑に落ちた点も収穫でした。

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I was able to meditate with a tea scoop while being incredibly focused! 😊

Posted Date: 2018/09/27

ぱふぱふ

Recently, I've had more opportunities to lightly touch upon the tea ceremony, and I came across this experience menu, so I quickly signed up. On the day of the event, I was lucky enough to be the only participant. I had a one-on-one session with a supportive and skillful instructor for over two hours of "tea scoop and me" time.

There were various types of bamboo materials, including those with sesame-like patterns and soot bamboo, and it was really enjoyable to choose while admiring the naturally… Recently, I've had more opportunities to lightly touch upon the tea ceremony, and I came across this experience menu, so I quickly signed up. On the day of the event, I was lucky enough to be the only participant. I had a one-on-one session with a supportive and skillful instructor for over two hours of "tea scoop and me" time.

There were various types of bamboo materials, including those with sesame-like patterns and soot bamboo, and it was really enjoyable to choose while admiring the naturally formed patterns.

Once I started carving, things didn't go as smoothly as I had hoped. I faced continuous challenges, such as carving unevenly and panicking when I over-carved certain areas while trying to fix them. However, by quietly persevering and doing it myself, it felt like a mini life experience, almost meditative, and I really got into it.

When I finished, I became more forgiving of the slight distortions that had bothered me before, and I developed a much greater affection for my tea scoop than the one I bought on Amazon. Now, I use my tea scoop to prepare my tea every morning.

Next time I go to Kyoto, I want to try making one with a different type of bamboo!

I also bought a tube to store the tea scoop, so I plan to enjoy making one each time and labeling it in my own way.

P.S. There are also the Rakubijutsukan and Seimei Shrine nearby, making it a nice location for a sightseeing plan. 最近、かる～く茶道に触れる機会が増え、ちょうどこの体験メニューに出会ったので、早速申込みました。当日はラッキーにも参加者は私ひとり。励まし＋ガイダンス上手なお姉さんと一対一で、2時間強「茶杓＆私」タイム。

素材の竹には、ゴマ状の模様があるものとか、煤竹とか色々あり、それ以外にも自然に出来たの模様を眺めながら、選択するのがとても楽しかったです。

そして削り始めてからは、なかなか思う通りには行かず、デコボコに削れて修正しようとするあまり、削りすぎの部分が出てきて慌てたりと、難しいチャレンジの連続でしたが… 最近、かる～く茶道に触れる機会が増え、ちょうどこの体験メニューに出会ったので、早速申込みました。当日はラッキーにも参加者は私ひとり。励まし＋ガイダンス上手なお姉さんと一対一で、2時間強「茶杓＆私」タイム。

素材の竹には、ゴマ状の模様があるものとか、煤竹とか色々あり、それ以外にも自然に出来たの模様を眺めながら、選択するのがとても楽しかったです。

そして削り始めてからは、なかなか思う通りには行かず、デコボコに削れて修正しようとするあまり、削りすぎの部分が出てきて慌てたりと、難しいチャレンジの連続でしたが、黙々とただひたすら自分でやり通すことで、ある意味プチ人生体験のような感じで、瞑想ちっくで、かなり入り込みました♪

出来てみると、それまで気になっていた多少の歪みにも寛容になってｗ、アマゾンで買った茶杓よりも俄然愛着が沸き、毎朝朝一番に頂くお茶もマイ茶杓でたてています。

次回京都へ行く際も、今度は別の竹で作ってみたいです！！

今回茶杓を入れる筒も買い求めたので、毎回、作っては、銘をつけて自分なりにエンジョイしようと思っています。

追記：すぐ近くに楽美術館や、清明神社があるので、観光プランの動線的にもナイスな立地です。

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A wonderful tea scoop has been made.

Posted Date: 2017/06/07

Qrazy

I never thought I could make my own tea scoop. There were times when I struggled along the way, and I received help with the final touches, but it turned out beautifully. By making it myself, my perspective on tea scoops has changed. I'm looking forward to seeing it during tea ceremonies and gatherings. I want to make another one as well.自分で茶杓が作れるとは思いませんでした。途中で困ったりしたときや、最後の仕上げは手伝って頂いたのですが、とてもきれいに仕上がりました。自分で作ることによって、茶杓の見方も変わりました。茶事や茶会での拝見が楽しみです。また、作りたいです。

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It was a wonderful experience.

Posted Date: 2016/12/07

セサミ

We participated as a couple.
After spending about two hours making our tea scoops, we are already using them at home.
We also gave them our own names, which deepens our affection for them.
Thank you for your attentive guidance.
I would like to participate again when I visit Kyoto.夫婦で参加しました。
約2時間掛けて作った茶杓を帰宅後、早速使っています。
自分たちなりに銘も付けましたので、いっそう愛着が深まります。
親身の指導、ありがとうございました。
京都を訪れた際はまた参加したいです。

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