Half Day Chopstick Making and Kyoyuzen Dyed Chopstick Case in Kyoto
Use soft, comfortable and fragrant Kitayama Cedar to make your own chopsticks. Create a personal carrying case colored by Kyoto Yuzen dyeing as a finishing touch.
▼ Read more
Schedule & Location
- Schedule
- Check-in
Time & Location - Check-out
Time & Location
-
09:00 Check-in at Marumasu Nishimuraya Craft Center (~2-3 hours)
-
Chopstick Carving
First, create your personal chopsticks by shaving Kitayama Cedar wood with a small knife.
-
Planing
Next, shape the rough carved chopsticks flat with a small plane. This process is really important.
-
Planes
This is a small plane designed to be easy to use when smoothing out rough wood.
-
Sandpapering
Make the surface smooth with sandpaper, removing fine imperfections.
-
Oiling
Shine and preserve your chopsticks by applying a natural oil on to the surface.
-
Chopstick Case
Put a paper pattern on the base chopstick case, then apply the traditional Yuzen Dyeing techniques.
-
Completion
You now have a uniquely personal pair of chopsticks with a dyed carrying case.
-
Souvenir
Take your work home with you as a usable memoir of Kyoto.
-
Check-out at Marumasu Nishimuraya Craft Center
Notes
Restriction(s)
-
- Children ages 10 and under can join with an accompanying parent or guardian. Children over that age may join on their own.
Staff are always available to assist, for a fun and relaxing activity.
- Children ages 10 and under can join with an accompanying parent or guardian. Children over that age may join on their own.
Required Items to Bring & Attire
-
- Everything required is prepared at the location. There is no need to bring anything special with you.
Additional Note(s)
-
- Smoking is prohibited inside the facility.
A smoking are is available in the garden. - This tour will be held only in Japanese, however for small groups, lessons can be held in simple English with English pamphlets and gestures.
- Smoking is prohibited inside the facility.
Booking Requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
-
- You can book a maximum of 20.
FAQ
Please click HERE to send an inquiry about this activity
Payment/Cancellation policy
Payment type
| Credit card payment |
|
Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
USD 29.73
Taxes & fees included
1% Reward Points
| Language | Japanese |
|---|---|
| Pick-up | Not available |
| Availability | Daily |
LATEST 5-STAR REVIEWS
by: R from Portland
The setting is stunning—a collection of small buildings set in a garden alleyway—and the staff are h...more
