Japanese Chopsticks Workshop in Tokyo

In this engaging workshop, you will craft your own set of handmade Japanese wooden chopsticks. This hands-on experience not only connects you to the local culture but also allows you to create a meaningful souvenir to take home.

Wooden Chopstick Workshop in Tokyo

As you join the workshop, the initial activity will involve choosing your preferred type of natural wood. Each selected piece showcases unique colors, textures, and grain patterns, and you will receive detailed insights about them!

The next step involves the art of shaping the wood. During this phase, you will master traditional woodworking techniques that have been handed down through the years. Feel the wood transform as you work with a traditional carpenter's plane, a treasured tool in Japanese craftsmanship.

While you shape your chopsticks, you will also explore the cultural importance of chopsticks in Japan and gain a deeper understanding of the meticulous attention to detail that characterizes everyday life in the country.

Upon achieving the desired shape for your chopsticks, you will proceed to the finishing stage. This includes smoothing the surfaces with sandpaper and applying a natural oil finish to enhance both the aesthetics and durability of the wood.

To conclude this memorable experience, you will wrap your handmade chopsticks elegantly for a cherished keepsake! In just one hour, this Japanese chopsticks workshop will come to a close with a heartfelt Arigato!

Activity Location

When making your reservation, you'll have the option to select from the following workshop locations:

• Shinjuku: ? ZEN Chopsticks Workshop, Shinjuku (Japan, ?160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 7 Chome?4?5 ???????????? 10F).
• Asakusa: ? ZEN Craft Studio, Asakusa (Tosei Building, 10th Floor, 1 Chome-27-2 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan).