Private Tour

Authentic Handmade Washi Paper Making Workshop in Ueno

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Immerse yourself in the handmade washi paper making. The workshop begins with an educational introduction to the history and unique characteristics of washi paper. You'll be guided through the entire process, from preparing the raw materials to mastering various papermaking techniques, including the thick washi (tamezuki), water drop (rakusui), thin washi (nagashizuki), and washi with patterns made with washi fibers (unryu) methods, each offering a different texture and design to the paper you create. (All a5 size) Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, our detailed guidance ensures a comfortable and enriching experience for all participants!

Beyond the hands-on crafting, the workshop includes our one of a kind washi tea and Japanese snacks, lunch offering a moment to relax. Enjoy not only a new skill but also about feeling the rich textures and expressing your creativity. Recommended for artists, designers, and anyone intrigued by the beauty of handmade crafts.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

There is a cat in my workshop. Please inform us if you have any allergies.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Lunch

Friendly instructor

Tea and Japanese sweets

Required materials for the workshop

What To Expect

Experience the beauty of washi paper! This workshop is the most comprehensive one for you to learn washi making. You'll go through the process of making washi paper from scratch. The washi paper we make in my workshops is all handmade and will last for 1000 years. Preparation We'll start with a brief introduction, providing simple materials to explain the history and characteristics of washi paper. You'll participate in the process of making washi paper, starting with the preparation of the raw materials, including the removal of the outer skin of a tree, peeling, and beating. Making Japanese paper Next is the papermaking experience. Visitors will experience various techniques such as tamesuki (thick washi), rakusui (washi with patterns made with water), nagashisuki (thin washi), and unryuu (washi with patterns made with washi fibers). (All are A5 size). At the end of the session, we offer Japanese sweets with "Japanese paper tea" that is not offered elsewhere! It's perfect for artists who dream of entering the world of washi paper and designers interested in the charm of handmade crafts. In this workshop, participants will spend six hours making authentic Japanese paper.

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