Tokyo: Traditional Japanese Art Makie Experience

Create your own Makie, a traditional Japanese lacquerware art. Design a tray, teacup, or bowl with stencils and colorful powders, and take home a unique Japanese souvenir.
Immerse yourself in the ancient Japanese art of Makie, a lacquerware technique practiced for over 1200 years. Using plant-based cashew lacquer, you'll create your own design with stencils and colorful powders. Choose from trays, teacups, or bowls, and take home a unique souvenir.

Guided by professional instructors with English interpretation, this hands-on workshop is designed for everyone, offering an enjoyable and accessible experience. You'll learn to paint elegant patterns, decorate with maple leaf designs, and apply vibrant powders to craft a stunning piece of art. All materials are provided, so you can join without any preparation and leave with a beautiful keepsake.

The session lasts 1 to 1.5 hours, making it a convenient addition to your Tokyo itinerary. Located just 8 minutes by subway from Asakusa, the workshop is perfect for tourists. Whether you have a gap in your schedule or seek a meaningful cultural experience, this Makie workshop is an ideal way to enrich your Tokyo adventure.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.