Tokai in Handmade / Handcraft workshops

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

Spend a full day creating a kozuka — a small decorative utility blade that was once concealed in the scabbard of a Japanese sword. The material used is the same as that used in real Japanese swords & tamahagane, the highest-grade steel in the world. During the experience, you will make a clay base (tsuchi-dai), inscribe a blade crest (yasurime), attach the blade, carve your name onto it, craft a kozuka case, and sharpen the blade to complete the piece. Our studio is the only place where you can experience both making a kozuka and sharpening it yourself. You will learn the Japanese sword-making process through hands-on work. Striking and shaping iron, and seeing the wave-like patterns emerge, is something you cannot fully understand until you try it yourself — making this a truly valuable learning experience. The experience is tailored to each participant’s ability, so minors and women are also welcome — there’s no need to worry. You are welcome to take photos and videos during the process! The fee covers the experience for one kozuka. Two or more people can work together to make one, but please let us know in advance when booking. If you wish to make more than one, please note that it will take approximately one extra hour per additional piece. Please allow plenty of time before the expected end time. It is also possible to start earlier upon request & feel free to contact us.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 15:30

A full-scale craft experience taught by a glass artist! At the Chiyono Glass Class, anyone can experience making glass beads. Glass beads are a type of glass craft in which glass is melted with a burner and wrapped around a stick like syrup to create a shape. Many colors can be used, so you can create your own original and wonderful works. The instructors continue their own creative activities while teaching students in the classroom. The lectures are easy to understand even for beginners, so anyone can make wonderful works. First, experience the charm of glass through the experience! You will be captivated by the beautiful, transparent glass. ☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★ [Price] 3,980 yen [Experience time] About 1.5 hours [Items to be made] 2 glass beads. Patterns include dots and 3 types of marble. *One will be assembled into a ribbon pendant. You can take it home on the day. If it breaks, it will be remade on the spot. [Clothing] There is no particular dress code, but please wear clothes that you don't mind getting a little dirty. [Age Range] From 3 to 80 years old. Anyone can enjoy this activity, regardless of age or gender. [What to Bring] There is nothing in particular, but if you are concerned about getting dirty, please bring an apron. *Rental aprons are available (additional 400 yen).

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• In Door Activity
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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 15:30

It is an experience of making candles by putting translucent "wax" and flowers between transparent vessels. It looks translucent when viewed from the outside, but it is a candle that has a unique color tone that makes the flowers look beautiful! The surface will be glossy with the original processing! The center is made of glass and is hollow and looks like a lantern. You can put a small candle on the market. Even if you put an LED light in, it shines in 7 colors and is beautiful. Of course, women can come by themselves, men and women on dates, children's parties, etc. We have a setting that is okay for men and children. You can use 300 types of flower materials for all ages. Great deal! This plan is designed to be as simple as possible and not to get dirty. *Flowers are also dried in our workshop, so we always have plenty of flower materials available. *Those who are said to be a little clumsy, even children, can do it beautifully in this experience. ☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★ [Fee/time] 3600 yen / 90 minutes [What to make] 1 small candle (about 300cc). * You can choose from about 10 types of utensils. You can also change to gel candles or other candles by listening to the explanation on the day, so please feel free to come. *You can take it home on the day. [Flow] (1) Check how to make candles with videos or files. ② Select a vessel. ③ All you can choose your favorite flowers from about 300 kinds of flower materials. ④ Pour 80 degree wax into the gap of the vessel. ⑤ You can take it home by cooling it and wrapping it. [Target age] From 3 years old to 80 years old This experience is full-fledged, but it is set to be easy. Children, groups, men and women of all ages can enjoy it, so it's perfect for candle beginners. [What to bring] If you are concerned about dirt, please bring an apron. *Rental apron (400 yen separately) is also available. ☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★

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

This is a plan where you can make as many glass beads as you want. It is a rare plan that you rarely see. You can usually make around 30 beads, from small to large. The smaller the beads, the easier they are for beginners. This is suitable for people who like to immerse themselves in the process. There are many people who come to make this plan many times. Since this is a self-plan, you will start by applying a release agent to the iron core. The instructor will be nearby, but this is a method where you deepen your knowledge by yourself, which is different from one-on-one lessons where you will be constantly supervised. For beginners, it is easier to understand if you start with small beads. If you have made beads many times, you can start with your favorite size and pattern. Choose your favorite pattern and color from over 100 types of glass, melt it with a burner, and wrap the glass around the iron core to make a large round bead. We will teach you the basic patterns (marble and polka dots). Please make many small beads by yourself. You can choose from three types of marble, polka dots, etc., so you can create your own original glass beads by combining colors and patterns! You can make many, so they are perfect as gifts for friends and family. Note: We will instruct you to avoid any danger of burns. You can make many, but we will recommend what you can make without overdoing it. If you want to make something special, please apply for the all-you-can-make special with thorough instruction. ☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★ [Fee] 5,400 yen [Experience time] About 2 and a half hours [What you will make] All-you-can-make glass beads. Patterns include dots, three types of marble, etc. *One piece will be assembled into a ribbon pendant. You can take it home on the day. [Clothing] There is no particular designation, but please come in clothes that you don't mind getting a little dirty. [Age target] From 3 to 80 years old Anyone, regardless of age or gender, can enjoy this activity. [What to bring] There is nothing in particular, but if you are worried about getting dirty, please bring an apron. *Rental aprons are available (300 yen extra). ☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★-----☆-----★

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

Drop shaped ball that is different from round beads. Let's make popular teardrop regardless of male or female. The pattern will create marble mainly. Since you can use many colors, you can make your own original work.

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• In Door Activity
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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

Melt a glass rod with a burner and wrap it around an iron core to make two 1.5 cm glass beads. This plan allows you to freely create patterns (marble, flowing patterns, polka dots, etc.). You can freely choose the colors, so let your imagination run wild and create your own cute original work.

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• In Door Activity
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