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Explore Japan’s rich heritage with these traditional craft experiences. From Edo Kiriko glass cutting and silver jewelry making to katana forging and knife sharpening, these workshops connect you to centuries-old artistry. Try your hand at sake blending, Kodo incense ceremony, or crafting specialty goods like Kaki no Ha Zushi. Whether you're crafting, tasting, or observing master artisans, these experiences offer a deep dive into Japan’s cultural craftsmanship.

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Lovely lantern painting

2025/11/13 Families Nata

I had wonderful experience painting a lantern with Japanese motives 😁😍 o love how it was packaged in the end, great experience 😍

Create Your Unique Knife: Japanese Knife Sharpening and Handling Experience

Authentic knife-smithing experience

2025/10/11 Couples Akiko

Takato Matsudaira was instructive, protective, and kind as he taught us about the knife-making process. It gave us a renewed appreciation for the knives that we use every day. At the end of this class, we produced wobb... more

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Traditional Crafts | Book Kyoto Tours, Activities & Things to Do with VELTRA
Explore Japan’s rich heritage with these traditional craft experiences. From Edo Kiriko glass cutting and silver jewelry making to katana forging and knife sharpening, these workshops connect you to centuries-old artistry. Try your hand at sake blending, Kodo incense ceremony, or crafting specialty goods like Kaki no Ha Zushi. Whether you're crafting, tasting, or observing master artisans, these experiences offer a deep dive into Japan’s cultural craftsmanship.