Craft Your Own Elegant Handmade Chopsticks from Scratch
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
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Experience traditional Japanese craftsmanship and make your own original chopsticks! Learn to carve chopsticks from cypress wood using craftsmen's tools in a quiet workshop in Sasazuka, Tokyo, just a short train ride from Shinjuku. Shape the wood, refine the form with sandpaper, and finish with camellia oil to create chopsticks tailored to your hand size and preferred cuisine. A chopstick artisan will guide you through the process with care.
Additionally, participants can opt to experience the lacquer-coating process firsthand. This rare opportunity includes a tour of the normally off-limits lacquer workshop, offering a deeper understanding of Japan's lacquer culture.
＜Highlights＞
• Chopstick-making taught by the craftsman
• Handcrafted chopsticks from hinoki wood
• Create your own unique chopstick shape so you can eat your favourite meals easier
• Optional lacquer coating experience using authentic lacquer
• English-speaking guide available for greater accessibility
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The minimum number of participants is 2.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
In this experience, you can learn not only how to make chopsticks, but also about their history and background. This is not just a classroom for hands-on experiences, but where chopsticks are also sold, so you can see various types of chopsticks on display. There are many types of chopsticks in Japan; different types are used for different types of food like sushi, tempura, and ramen. Learn about the delicate consideration through the process of chopstick making. During the the lacquerware experience, learn not only about lacquerware but also about traditional Japanese crafts, used in shrines, temples, and daily life. See the workshop where craftsmen are working and experience the process while feeling the unique scent of lacquerware with all your senses. ＜Itinerary＞ 1. Meet at Sasazuka Station 2. Move to the store and workshop ‘Kakehashi’ with a guide (10 minutes) 3. Chopstick-making experience (55 minutes) 4. Lacquer-coating experience (25 minutes) 5. Tour ends at the venue
What‘s Included
Custom made chopsticks
Hotel travel, transportation expenses,
food and drinks
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Craft Your Own Elegant Handmade Chopsticks from Scratch
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highlight experience.
bjvtrippers,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a very personalised experience, a highlight of our trip. The people were all very lovely and were extremely happy to answer any questions. English translation from Japanese made the experience fantastic and very easy to communicate. Highly rated experience.
Great Chopsticks Experience
784haydenv,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a great experience, and really lovely people that are patient and supportive. This was one of the best things i have done in Japan. Definitely 10/10. 👍
Great chopstick making class!
jessierH6744IO,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience! Great way to learn about the chopstick making process - you get lots of guidance but also open to your creativity. Highly recommend!
highly recommend!
291radhikac,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00this experience was so much fun and we got to take home the chopsticks we made! the entire group of teachers were so kind & cheering us on while we made our chopsticks. the shop is so beautiful & i have even more of an appreciation for chopsticks and how they are made. highly recommend for a fun experience in japan!
Strong recommendation when visiting Tokyo
terrand2025,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a fun experience while visiting Japan! Actually get to craft your chopsticks with an expert. Step by step instruction with some ability to be creative as well!
Craft your own keepsake chopsticks pair! Must Try!
994karanp,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing experience! Really hands on and one of kind class to create your very own pair of chopsticks! MUST TRY!
Lovely experience making our own chopsticks!
966rakshitah,,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you to Amy and the team for such a unique and wonderful experience. Took a memory back home with our very own hand crafted chopsticks. The tour was so well organized, with information and history provided in every step. The meticulous details in the chopsticks show the amount of love, patience and work being done. We made our own Ramen and Udon chopsticks together. Great experience for a group of friends or even as a couple. Thank you for this little memory! Had a lovely time!
Chopstick making hongkonger
krishnap680,,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was very nice and therapeutic to be able to craft your own chopsticks and learn about the lacquer material used to make the every day chopsticks.
Time spent at a specialty shop quietly nestled in a residential neighborhood
tracyrB2884PN,,Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had no idea there were so many types of chopsticks. Even if they're a bit awkward, I'm sure I'll love the pair I make just for myself. It was also fun finding souvenirs for my parents from the many choices available.
Amazing experience!
eelourenco,,Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a great time during the workshop, the crafting part was fun and everyone was so kind and fun! Amy did a great job with the translation and teaching us the history behind the chopsticks! Fully recommended
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