Handmade / Handcraft workshops in Japan

• Age 10～Age 90
• 1 Day or more

This is a 3-night, 4-day training experience trip where you can make a small knife under the direct guidance of swordsmith Shohei Fujiyasu. Through the training experience, you will learn about the beauty and spirit that resides in Japanese swords, and the small knife you make yourself using the same process as a Japanese sword using tamahagane, the material of Japanese swords, is a one-of-a-kind treasure. [Experience content] Full schedule: 10:30-17:00 Day 1: After an explanation about Japanese swords and a tour of the forging process, you will have lunch and then a tour of the unbending and fire-making process. After the tour, it's time to experience it. First, you will experience fire-making. Day 2: Continue with the fire-making experience Day 3: Experience filing and sen-kake, and practice in meikiri Day 4: Experience inikiri and soil removal, and a tour of the tempering of a spare small knife *The process may change depending on the actual progress.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

A swordsmith will teach you the techniques of Japanese sword making and spend a whole day making a short sword with a blade length of less than 30 cm. During the experience, charcoal cutting, tamaheshi, tsutsubokashi, forging, unbending, fire making, soil placement, quenching, and blacksmith sharpening will be performed. The sword will then be registered and sharpened at a later date, and will be shipped to your home along with a registration certificate. If you select an option, you can also choose a Japanese sword such as a wakizashi (large) (small), katana, or tachi. Registration, packaging, and shipping fees are all included in the price. *Due to the Firearms and Swords Possession Control Act, the swordsmith will engrave the swordsmith's name on the sword. It is possible to engrave the participant's name as well. In addition, registration and sharpening are required, so it will take 6 to 9 months to deliver the sword. *The address, name, and phone number are required for the owner's details for the registration review and for shipping the finished product. If they are different from those registered with Activity Japan, please be sure to contact us here. If there is no contact, we will register and ship the sword as is. *If shipping overseas, please check for yourself whether the country can receive Japanese swords. In addition, export procedures, packaging fees, and shipping fees will be required separately. The amount varies depending on the country, so please contact us in advance. Payment will be made in cash on the day. *Damaged or scratched acrylic cases cannot be repaired, so please handle them carefully.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 09:30

You can experience the difficulty of pearl making through the experience of inserting a nucleus into a rare mother oyster, remove pearls from one net (about 32 pearls/2 people), and create your own original accessories using the best pearls selected from them. *Removal experience: 1 pearl (32 pearls) for 2 people, 16 pearls per person

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• For Family

• Age 10～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

You will spend a whole day making a small scale attached to the Japanese sword. The material is the same as the Japanese sword, and the world's highest grade iron (tamahagane) is used. You can make a soil holder by yourself and insert a blade crest. Attach the blade, cut your name on it, make a scabbard, and sharpen it to complete it. Only at our studio can you experience making a small pattern and sharpening it. You will learn how to make a Japanese sword while working, and you will not know until you experience the work of striking iron to change its shape and create ripples, so I think it will be a great learning experience. We will proceed according to the ability of the person who will experience it, so there is no need to worry about minors and women. Photos and videos can be taken during production! The fee will be the experience fee for one Kozuka. Two or more people can make one. In that case, please let us know when you make a reservation. If you make a reservation for two or more, it will take about an additional hour for each one after the second one. Please join us with plenty of time before the end time. It is also possible to advance the start time, so please contact us. ★We have someone here who can explain things in English, so you don't need an interpreter.

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• Age 30～Age 90
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00

Thank You Day Plan Recommended as a gift for silver wedding anniversaries, golden wedding anniversaries, anniversaries, birthday celebrations, etc. An elegant kimono dress that combines a formal kimono and a dress is appreciated by a wide range of age groups. Gift for a special person This plan allows you to give a memorable and special gift to someone you want to express your gratitude to. We also recommend getting ready and going to lunch with your family and friends! We can introduce you to restaurants (Japanese and Western). Women's preparation (formal kimono dress + hair and makeup) Men's preparation (tuxedo or haori hakama) Photographer 2 hours stylist 2 hours (accompany) *Please prepare your own comfortable footwear. *Bring your own shoes or other items are negotiable. *We will hold several meetings. *Please note that we may not be able to accommodate your desired date.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

A swordsmith will teach you how to make Japanese knives using blacksmith techniques. Using the same material as Japanese swords, Tamahagane, the forged iron is shaped with a hammer. You can make your own clay holder and add a blade crest. Attach the blade, cut your name on it, and sharpen it to complete it. Although it is a physically demanding job, the swordsmith will be happy to assist you, so don't worry if you are not confident in doing the heavy lifting, such as children or women. You can take photos and videos while working! The trial fee is for one Japanese knife. You can also make one book for two or more people. In that case, please let us know how many people will be participating in the experience when making a reservation. If you are making a reservation for three or more, it will take a little longer. Please arrive with plenty of time to spare before the closing time. We may be able to move the start time forward, so please contact us.

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• Age 18～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 10:30 / 13:00

It is "Italian stained glass classroom" BELLOBUONO (BELLOBONO) ". From the way of design, to glass cutting. You can learn from the beginning how to produce with the Tiffany method and the traditional method of crafting. As a beginner, as well as seniors can learn with confidence, In small group size, we will taught gently and carefully according to the level and purpose of each person. Why do not you start with a trial lesson first? I will lend you all the tools necessary for production free of charge.

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• Age 13～Age 70
• 4～5 hours
• 08:30 / 13:00 / 13:30

《Swordsmithing experience in Oku-Kyoto!》・Why not listen to a fascinating young swordsmith talk about Japanese swords and make your own Japanese-style knife? ・This plan involves hammering out steel with your own hands and making a Japanese-style knife. 《Experience Schedule》①Learn about the history and appreciation of Japanese swords②Observe the fire-making process③Fire-making④Annealing⑤File-making⑥Inscribing the name⑦Quenching⑧Polishing⑨Sharpening⑩Making the handle⑪Complete You can take it home on the day! *The sheath (made of leather) will be made by the swordsmith to match the finished sword. The sheath will be mailed to you at a later date. 《Time required》4-5 hours*This will vary depending on the number of people participating. 《Regarding the delivery of the leather sheath》The leather sheath will be made by the swordsmith and mailed to you at a later date. *Currently, it takes about 10 days to deliver. *Domestic shipping is free, but if it is shipped overseas, an additional shipping fee will be required. 《Regarding reservations》*We are currently receiving a large number of inquiries and reservations, and it is difficult to make reservations.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• 5～6 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Iron is a human invention. People have walked with iron, as it is said, "Whoever controls iron controls the world." A Japanese sword cannot be made good unless it is made of iron using the traditional ironmaking method. With this plan, you can experience making iron from iron sand using the traditional iron-making method. Repeat the work of cutting charcoal into small pieces and adding iron sand to determine the "steel" part from the finished lump "kera". You can take the finished product home with you. ★We have someone here who can explain things in English, so you don't need an interpreter.

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• Age 15～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

Aromatherapy beginner, this course is available for those aiming to acquire aroma therapy qualifications. Learn basic knowledge about aroma and incense and learn skills to blend aroma fragrances according to the theme. The implementation time will be from 10:30 to 16:30.

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• Age 10～Age 83
• Over 6 hours on the day

"Experience forging - a traditional craftsmanship" You can try hammering, filing with a gold rasp, sharpening and quenching processes. You might be excited to see how a piece of metal reborn as a knife. It is a great opportunity to experience a traditional craftsmanship.​ ​

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• Recommendation for Foreigner

• Age 10～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Yamaken Mokkojo is the only factory in the production area of ​​Echizen cutlery that specializes in manufacturing kitchen knife handles. Even if you use a good kitchen knife, the handle that you hold directly is an important part. With such a handle as a starting point, we will tour the factories that make the handle and the blade. Finally, it is an experience to make your own kitchen knife from a number of repertoires.

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• Age 10～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 14:00

Children as young as 3 years old can make their own semi-custom glasses! You can make your own glasses while learning about "glasses" in the studio tour. Would you like to give your child a special experience and glasses?

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• Age 10～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

《Swordsmithing experience in Oku-Kyoto! 》・Why don't you try to make your own sword by listening to a story about Japanese swords from an attractive young swordsmith?・Beat the steel with your own hands and create a knife with a blade length of 15cm. <<Experience Schedule>> ①Learn about the history of Japanese swords and how to appreciate them ②Visit fire-making ③Fire-making ④Annealing 《Required time》 3 to 5 hours 《Regarding reservations》We are currently receiving a large number of inquiries and reservations, making it difficult to make reservations.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 16:00 / 18:00

After receiving a personal color diagnosis by a professional, you will be able to understand which colors suit you and create the perfect lipstick for you!This is our most recommended plan! The pair plan allows you to listen to your loved one's diagnosis next to you, so it is very popular as it can be used as a reference for future shopping and gifts ♡ First, a personal color consultant will examine your base color (Iebe Brevet) and 4 seasons (1st and 2nd). ). After that, we will advise you on the lip color that suits you based on the diagnosis results. If time permits, you can also ask questions about cosmetics and fashion! (This is a simple 4-season personal color diagnosis, but it is possible to upgrade to a 120-minute detailed personal color diagnosis. We also accept reservations for earlier and later dates, so please contact us in advance.) After the diagnosis, you can choose your original lip color (lipstick). ) from start to finish with your own hands. Mix freely from over 25 colors. You can also choose the fragrance and lipstick case. Japan's first store specializing in personal color diagnosis and lipstick production♡Also, it is supervised by the owner of the Cosmetics Concierge who has passed the first grade cosmetics certification, and all instructors are beauty professionals who are personal color diagnosticians! You can make it with confidence even if it is your first time. And, it's in a great location, 1 minute walk from Yotsubashi Station and 5 minutes walk from Shinsaibashi Station ♪ It's close to Dotonbori and Amemura, which are popular for sightseeing ♪ PARCO and Daimaru are also 5 minutes walk, so you can have a shopping day or beauty day all at once ♪ Memories of sightseeing in Osaka Also◎

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• Age 10～Age 100
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 10:30

Tamba ware is one of Japan's six ancient kilns*. In a relaxed town where the original Japanese scenery spreads out, you can receive direct instruction from active pottery makers who have inherited traditional techniques. You can experience authentic Tamba ware. A unique experience that touches your heart. *Japan's Six Ancient Kilns is a general term for the six representative kilns (Echizen, Seto, Tokoname, Shigaraki, Tamba, and Bizen) that have continued to produce ceramics from the Middle Ages to the present day. It was named by Mr. Fujio Koyama, an ancient ceramics researcher, around 1945, and was designated as a "Japan Heritage" in 2017.

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• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 75
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

Enjoy traditional handcrafting experience at blacksmith's. As we are living in a society where people are more and more focused on digital technology, blacksmith's skills and techniques seem to be disappearing from our lives. The Tatara Steel Manufacturing & Forging Workshop located on the Shimanto riverside offers knife forging experience.

• Recommendation for Foreigner

• Age 15～Age 100
• 1 Day or more

This is a Kanazawa 3-day stay special program plan where you learn the traditional Kaga embroidery (Kanui) and learn your own traditional shawl while receiving instruction from a traditional craftsman. It will be the only work in the world that you make yourself. Please feel free to come if you are interested.

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• Age 16～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00

A trip to Miyakojima before giving birth. Would you like to commemorate that important moment in the form of maternity paint? Maternity paint, which cutely colors your big belly, has been attracting a lot of attention in recent years. And above all, a great location! Let's enjoy Miyakojima together with the baby in your stomach! We recommend applying maternity paint around 7 to 8 months after the baby has entered a stable period. This plan includes photo shoots on Miyakojima by professional photographer nicostyle. Why not have a professional photo taken to commemorate your precious time on Miyakojima? Of course, you can also take photos with your family. After painting, we will move to the shooting location (the shooting location will be decided in consultation with the photographer according to the conditions on the day), and we will take ~30 photos in 1 to 2 locations for about 1 hour. I will. Shooting inside the botanical garden, where the atelier is located, is also popular! The data will be delivered at a later date. *Reservations will be made after confirming the photographer's schedule, so we only accept reservations by request. *Please prepare your own costumes. *In case of rain, etc., we may propose changing the date and time or canceling.

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• Age 16～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

Kutani Kobo has many ceramic boxes filled with the traditions of Kinzan kiln, and they have many fans for the worldview and charm of their works, and they use gold leaf that they create independently (Kinrande). ) Nishikiyama kiln pursues works. Yoshida Yoshida, the second generation, is widely known as a Living National Treasure of Kutani ware. In this program, you can make an original ring case that you can use for a lifetime based on the traditional techniques cultivated at Kinzan Kiln, which can be said to be a transcendent skill. *For foreign nationals: Information on the day will be in Japanese only.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00

This is an experience where you can use a special machine to attach buttons of your choice to a G-jacket that doesn't have buttons. You can also choose a leather label, but this will be attached at the store as it will be done using a sewing machine. You can take the finished G jacket home with you on the spot.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

A pottery experience using lava glaze that is probably not found anywhere else in the world. Starting with Lucie Lee in the past, Adam Silverman of NY is famous for lava glaze in modern times. Please search for it. This is the expression of the glaze surface of works that are traded for tens of thousands to 300,000 yen. At MONO FACTORY, I have created a glaze that effervescent glaze that I have sublimated to my own taste after 17 years of failure. The effervescence is large and you can create unique flower pots, objects, and other works. If you are a fan of succulents such as agaves, why not try making one yourself on your way back from Shaboten Park? *Other than the effervescent glaze, it is the same as a regular pottery experience. Please feel free to join us☆*I am currently exploring the possibility of presenting works using this type of expression to the world. This is a limited-time plan. We operate with the idea that we want you to spend a fulfilling ``Quality Time''. We value each and every person's time. You can play in the soil calmly in a relaxed atmosphere. We will support you behind the scenes to make memories of your trip☆・You can fail as many times as you want on the electric potter's wheel! You can use as much clay as you want♪♪ The basic fee includes the firing fee for one piece of work within the size of half an A4 sheet of paper (A5), and you will create one piece of work with a lava glaze (bumpy) finish without any additional options. Normally, the glaze option costs 11,000 yen/piece.・Hand-made work requires 1 kg of clay. You can add 100g/160 yen. ・Additional firing is also OK! If you would like to fire two or more pieces, please let us know at the end. ・We moved from Chigasaki, Shonan. We aim to create a comfortable space. ・The owner is a perennial beginner surfer who loves hot springs, fishing, and traveling. Please feel free to come☆~Experience flow~①Please come at the reception reservation time. ②Confirm the plan contentsConfirm the experience contents and price. Put on an apron (free rental) and start the experience! ③Start of the experienceStaff will carefully support even first-timers. If you have any requests or an image of the work you want to make, please let us know. ④ An announcement will be made 10 minutes before the end of the session. After the customer has completed the shaping, the process will be semi-drying, carving (if necessary), final drying, bisque firing, special processing to make lava glaze, final firing, and completion. ⑤ The finished product will be delivered in about 1 to 2 months.

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• Age 15～Age 78
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

*Craftsman experience activity *One team of 2-3 people (one family participation type) [Why not take this opportunity to experience being a craftsman?] [¥36,000 ➡ ¥28,000 Campaign approx. 20% OFF] Draw a Japanese pattern on the back of a painting chair and create an original chair. Seat: Limited to one each of red and blue. *Draw an Edo-style Japanese pattern on an object work: Sculpting experience workshop There is a rough sketch and a half-way drawing, and after practicing fine lines, each person draws and completes it. [Participation is 3 times to complete one work. Or 1 time: Please consult with us for either completion in just under 2 hours] *Select from sample works. Same form: shape. Draw your own picture on the back of the chair to create an original painting chair. (Acrylic painting) The production itself is completed here. You can take it home in your own car on the day. Art Interior Molding Online Gallery HP (Sample works are works posted on the HP)

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• Age 18～Age 99
• 4～5 hours
• 14:00

A lot of people from overseas are participating because they want to study Japanese animation technology. Why don't you draw a manga together with an active animator in Kyoto, the mecca of anime⁇My friend is an animator who participates in the production of a famous anime in Japan. Together with that friend, I made this project so that foreigners could experience Japanese anime culture as much as possible. Now that digitalization is progressing, it is easy to express cartoon effect lines and screen tones, but this experience will be done entirely by hand. I think it will be an impressive and interesting experience. Host this experience with a friend. [Animator Profile] KIMIYO NAKAMURA2002 Kyoto Saga University of Arts Junior College Department Illustration study 2002-4 Joined Kyoto Animation Video Experienced In-Between Animation 2020 Working as a freelance animator <Work> Video: In-Between Animation Video inspection: In-Between Check Original picture: Key Animation Animation director: Animation Director You may hear a rare story about being involved in the work of a world-famous animation. Would you like to draw a manga with us? ? Even I, an amateur, was able to draw well, so please feel free to participate even if you have no experience! 〜Experience flow〜 ①14:00 Self-introduction & explanation of the experience ②14:30 Experience start draft→Inking→Beta→White→Tone paste ③16:45 Break Snacks and drinks are prepared. ④17:00 finish ⑤18:00 dissolution

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• Age 5～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30 / 17:00

In 'Glass Hall of Ishigakijima' you can experience photo frame, lamp, and nameplate making using Ryukyu glass. Glass works perfect for the memorial of the trip, reminiscent of Okinawa sea!

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• Age 12～Age 255
• Over 6 hours on the day /1 Day or more
• 10:00 / 14:00

Because it is a design that makes it easy for the first one, please do not hesitate to join us.

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• For Groups

• Age 16～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 16:00 / 18:30

You can use the electric wheel to make a container for the drawer. Since the instructor will help you, even inexperienced people can be relieved! At the reception, why not try to toast with a handmade cup? Teacups, beer cups, shochu cups etc ... It depends on the number you make, but it will be completed in about 1 month.

• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

It is a plan that you can experience laser craft at the foot of Mt. Fuji. Have a good time at Fujiyoshida at the foot of Mt. Fuji ♪ Craft experience that can be enjoyed by both men and women, such as with children, family, friends, date plans, etc.! !! It is also used in large numbers for the "leather wedding ceremony" commemorating the third year of marriage. From simple workshops to full-scale bag making, we will carefully guide you so that it will be completed in a few hours. It's indoors, so it's safe even in the rain! Please try handmade experience to commemorate your trip to Fuji Five Lakes ☆

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• Age 1～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Japanese swords are iron works of art. By listening to the explanation of the production process of the works of art that have been handed down from ancient times, you will be able to understand the highlights of swords and the points of appreciation. In addition, you can observe the training process (stretching, bending, and attaching steel), which is one of the processes of making Japanese swords. Please take a picture of the place where the spark sparks. The moment the spark scatters is an instant. Sometimes it is difficult to show the process again, so please do not miss it. We recommend the video. In addition, you can also experience the Ozuchi, which strikes iron. We also accept questions such as why Japanese swords are so hard and strong, and why there is a difference in price! If you apply for the "Knife making experience", you can apply at the same time for half price. Please apply from the option of "Knife making experience".

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• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

This is an experience session where you can create an avatar wearing a kimono designed by hand. (One piece only) Colored pencils and copics are available. Please design freely. It takes about 40-50 minutes. You will design the kimono by handwriting on paper. If you wish, we will give you the data of the kimono avatar at a later date. It usually takes about 14 days to 1 month to create a kimono avatar. (Avatar data will be in VRM format. Operation confirmation is only taken by cluster of the Metaverse platform.) Image provided by: Nonoichi City If you would like to check how to upload avatar data along with the trial session, please let us know in advance. . A cluster-like account is required. If you are a minor, please be with your guardian. (Because there are safety and consent matters.) If you are a child or do not need an avatar, you will only experience the design. Please note that the price plans will differ. Please note that this is not a Yuzen experience.

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