Traditional craft experience reservation site in Tokyo　LAPITA

Delivering new discoveries and
excitement through
traditional crafts experiences in Tokyo.

Delivering new discoveries and
excitement through traditional crafts
experiences in Tokyo.

Experience the beauty of
Japan and the joy of craftsmanship on
a traditional crafts tour.

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We offer tours in Tokyo (near Tokyo) where you can experience
traditional crafts that represent the heart, technology, and culture of Japan.

*This is not a travel product.

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General Incorporated Association Some no Sato Ochiai

Shinjuku-ku,
Tokyo

Experience authentic Tokyo Some-Komon dyeing in Ochiai, the epicenter of Edo dyeing. An activity that inspires the concentration of a samurai.

Kakinuma Ningyo Co., Ltd.

Koshigaya-shi,
Saitama

An amazingly immersive Kimekomi tray crafting activity.A world of Wabi-Sabi that combines three traditional craftworks.

Tsukada-Koubou

Sumida-ku,
Tokyo

Display the Japanese national sport of sumo with an Edo Kimekomi doll. A crafting activity that lets you experience history and tradition firsthand.

Mataro Co., Ltd.

Taito-ku,
Tokyo

Experience 290 years of traditional techniques through making Japanese dolls at "Mataro Co., Ltd." in Ueno

Nisshin Kikinzoku Co., Ltd.

Taito-ku,
Tokyo

Express yourself freely in this ice cream spoon crafting activity using Tokyo silversmithery. Use real artisan tools and experience the authentic world of spoon crafting.

Yukiya Co., Ltd.

Sumida-ku,
Tokyo

Enjoy a yuzen dyeing experience in a private space. Bring the hand-painted Edo-era yuzen dyeing tradition into your everyday modern life.

DOMYO Co., Ltd.

Shinjuku-ku,
Tokyo

The Kagurazaka Kumihimo Experience by DOMYO - An activity in crafting Kumihimo braided cords that decorate traditional Japanese attire. Experience traditional techniques passed down over 1,400 years.

SUGINO Co., Ltd.

Sumida-ku,
Tokyo

Tsumami-Kanzashi hair ornaments are not just a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. They are a crafting experience that will enhance your entire life. Enjoy the excitement of crafting at Mukoujima.

Tokyo Wazarashi Co., Ltd. Tenukuri Studio

Katsushika-ku,
Tokyo

Create a chusen stencil dyed hand towel under the instruction of an artisan in Tateishi. Add color to everyday life with your own original, one-of-a-kind hand towel.

Mitsuwa Glass Crafts Co., Ltd.

Soka-shi,
Saitama

Experience the mastery of young artisans in this Edo Kiriko Glass crafting activity. A moment of quietude working with delicate glass techniques.

Hanasho is an Edo-Kiriko Co., Ltd.

Koto-ku,
Tokyo

Learn the true essence of Edo-Kiriko from a master craftsmen. Step into our studio where only participants are allowed for an absolutely unique experience.

Shojiro Hasami Hamono Kougei Co., Ltd.

Narita-shi,
Chiba

A knife making activity mastering traditional techniques at Shojiro Hasami Hamono Kougei Co., Ltd.in Narita

Uno Brush Manufacturing, Inc.

Sumida-ku, Tokyo

A single sweep purifies your heart. Experience brush crafting made with the techniques our artisans have loved for a century.

Namidabashi Oshimaya Chochin Shop

Arakawa-ku,
Tokyo

Experience the traditional techniques of drawing characters called Edo-Moji fonts on Chochin lanterns at Namidabashi Oshimaya Chochin Shop in Minami-Senju, and discover skills practiced since it opened 111 years ago

Takeda Hanko Shop

Ome-shi,
Tokyo

Learn amazing artisan skills directly from a modern craft master in this stone seal crafting activity

Matsushima Seikodo Co., Ltd.

Chiyoda-ku,
Tokyo

Enjoy a luxurious time creating your own original seal and picture letter

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General Incorporated Association Some no Sato Ochiai Shinjuku-ku,
Tokyo

Learn the backgrounds of Tokyo Some-Komon and Samurai, you can touch and feel the real history and stories.

DOMYO Co., Ltd. Shinjuku-ku,
Tokyo

Kumihimo braided cords, from sword straps for Samurai to Kimono belt cords, has blended in days together since the Edo period. Enjoy a peaceful moment and listening to your heart while braiding.

Tsukada-Koubou Sumida-ku,
Tokyo

The Japanese national sport of Sumo with an Edo Kimekomi doll. You feel and touch the history and tradition of Japan.

Mitsuwa Glass Crafts Co., Ltd. Soka-shi,
Saitama

This plan that you can experience beautifully colored Edo Kiriko Glass crafting . We offer you try to touch and engrave Kiriko-craftwork on your glass firsthand with glass that is colorful yet mellow.

Hanasho is an Edo-Kiriko Co., Ltd. Koto-ku,
Tokyo

Founded in 1946. You explore the world of Edo-Kiriko glassware, through the interaction with craftsmen and machinery at our studio.

Namidabashi Oshimaya Chochin Shop Arakawa-ku,
Tokyo

Try hand-writing on a Chochin-lantern with the powerful and dynamic letters seen at shrines, temples, and traditional performance art stages. Enjoy your exclusive moment with the light of Chochin lanterns, which have been a part of daily life in Japan for ages.

Nisshin Kikinzoku Co., Ltd. Taito-ku, Tokyo

Learn Tokyo Ginki Silverware, from the 12th silver master called Shirogane-Shi passed down since the Edo period. Most of our products are made of 99.9% silver, with such a higher quality, and you experience and find out our spirit “the beauty of use”.

Uno Brush Manufacturing, Inc. Sumida-ku, Tokyo

This is a fabulous experience for you to make an adorable and practical brush at Uno Brush Manufacturing,Inc.,
founded in 1917. Touch our Hake and brushes supporting our daily lives for a long time, and feel a sense of
traditional “beaty of utilities” passed down for decades.

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Being honed “ Takumi” skills
since decades ago,
One day realized Japanese traditional craftsmanship then honored as
our unique culture.
Capital city,
Tokyo, one of the most advanced nations in the world still embraces the aspirations of artisans.
People united with history and heritage in the past, the present and the future
Find out your own experience of handcrafts with a touch and a feeling here,
Discover your journey to go through Japanese culture and spirits with craftsmanship born in Tokyo, on our website “ Tokyo’s Dentokogei” adventure.

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New Experiences

Some-KomonExperience authentic Tokyo Some-Komon dyeing in Ochiai, the epicenter of Edo dyeing. An activity that inspires the concentration of a samurai.

KumihimoThe Kagurazaka Kumihimo Experience by DOMYO - An activity in crafting Kumihimo braided cords that decorate traditional Japanese attire. Experience traditional techniques passed down over 1,400 years.

Edo Kimekomi NingyoDisplay the Japanese national sport of sumo with an Edo Kimekomi doll. A crafting activity that lets you experience history and tradition firsthand.

Edo KirikoExperience the mastery of young artisans in this Edo Kiriko Glass crafting activity. A moment of quietude working with delicate glass techniques.

Edo KirikoLearn the true essence of Edo-Kiriko from a master craftsmen. Step into our studio where only participants are allowed for an absolutely unique experience.

Edo Tegaki ChochinExperience the traditional techniques of drawing characters called Edo-Moji fonts on Chochin lanterns at Namidabashi Oshimaya Chochin Shop in Minami-Senju, and discover skills practiced since it opened 111 years ago

Tokyo GinkiExpress yourself freely in this ice cream spoon crafting activity using Tokyo silversmithery. Use real artisan tools and experience the authentic world of spoon crafting.

Tokyo TeueBrushA single sweep purifies your heart. Experience brush crafting made with the techniques our artisans have loved for a century.

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