Private Tour
Tokyo Family Culture Workshop: Calligraphy, Origami &Yukata Photo
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Traveling with kids is wonderful — but exhausting. This is your chance to breathe.
While your little ones play Japanese festival games with a local child host, you focus on calligraphy and origami. Everyone is happy. Everyone is learning.
Choose a kanji that carries personal meaning for you — then write it yourself with a licensed teacher. This isn't just a craft class. It's a story you take home.
Rie's 11-year-old son teaches origami step by step. Your children may make a real Japanese friend. That cross-cultural connection doesn't happen anywhere else in Tokyo.
One private group only — a real family home in Hiroo, not a tourist shop.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
This exclusive workshop is designed for multi-generational families — grandparents, parents, and children — who want to enjoy Japanese culture together, at their own pace. FOR THE ADULTS: A licensed calligraphy teacher (Rie) will guide you in choosing a kanji character that carries personal meaning for you. You'll practice, then create your final piece on traditional shikishi paper — a real artwork to bring home. FOR THE KIDS: Rie's 11-year-old son teaches origami step by step. Younger children enjoy traditional Japanese festival games — yo-yo fishing, fukuwarai, sand art — supervised by a dedicated Japanese staff member. THE MAGIC: Local Japanese families and visiting families share the same space. Your kids connect with real Japanese children. That authentic exchange doesn't happen anywhere else in Tokyo. Finish with an optional yukata fitting and photo session with your artwork. Please note: yukata availability is limited — it's a bonus, not guaranteed. Check our photos to see the style! ✅ Couples and adults without children are also warmly welcome. Practical Information: - Total workshop duration: 120 minutes - Weekends only / One private group at a time
What‘s Included
Origami session with a Japanese child expert
Yukata fitting & photo session (optional bonus)
Kids Festival games for younger children (supervised)
All necessary materials for calligraphy and origami
Calligraphy workshop with licensed teacher (kanji selection included)
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Options
Add Private Shibuya Tour
Duration: 2 hours
Family-friendly guided walking: +¥10,000/group
AM workshop
PM Shibuya tour
Origami+Caligraphy+Yukata/Kids
Duration: 3 hours
Adults & kids : 1. Origami, Calligraphy, and Yukata (Ages 5+)
2. Kids Festival Plan (For Children Under 8)
Activities: Supervised games
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A glimpse into Japanese Culture
127vinayakg,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Patient and courteous, Rie san and her son picked us up from the Hiro-o station and guided us to the place for the workshop. Rie san was well prepared for the workshop including finding suggestions for my names Kanji which is difficult. I had fun and didn’t realize the time flying by for 3 hours. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is looking to experience Caligraphy and Origami as well as learn more about Japanese culture.
Great experience!
typhv2026,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I enjoyed the event. And we were able to do different activities even in a short time. I had real fun. I will highly recommend. Rie-san and her son is a good teacher and they can also speak good English
Really great time!!
Trail07337757503,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Calligraphy and Origami workshop was really fun and interesting. Rie-sensei was knowledgeable, careful and patient and Takuto-sensei was really dedicated. I had a great time and felt like I learned a new skill! We had plenty of time to practice, I didn’t feel rushed at all. We even had the possibility to wear a yukata in the end, love it! Thank you again to both of you!!
One of the best parts of our trip!! 20/10! AMAZING!
Q3215WTjenniferz,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Don't think twice, book this experience! I am writing this review as a travel agent who booked this tour for my clients. My clients spent over 2 weeks in Japan with kids of all ages and this was one of the best experiences of their whole trip. From my client - We recommend this experience more for anybody traveling to Tokyo. It was 20 out of 10 for us. Rie spent a lot of time and care teaching calligraphy and origami. Along with her son, she also brought two friends, one who would entertain our younger son for that time so that the rest of us could focus on learning and practicing our new skills. Her son was the expert in origami, and she was the expert in calligraphy. She brought yukuta's for everyone and it was such a special experience. If you are considering doing this experience, don't think twice! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
The Perfect Art Experience!
Kaitlyn S,Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A wonderful experience! Our hosts were super helpful, friendly, and personable. Fantastic English and Japanese spoken, and are patient in teaching you origami and the art of calligraphy. My husband and I had a fantastic time! We highly recommend that if you are looking for a tour that is completely person centred, in depth in the history and teaching of the activities, and genuinely friendly, this is the tour for you! Thank you so much! A wonderful experience that we will treasure forever. ❤️
Art of Japanese calligraphy
minamigenot,Jul 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00During my time at the Exclusive Tokyo Art Workshop Experience, I had the chance to try several activities: folding origami, creating a paper fan, and practicing Japanese calligraphy. Each part was enjoyable and taught with care. The instructors were very supportive, and I appreciated how we could take the final products home, a perfect souvenir from Japan. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking to connect with traditional Japanese arts in an engaging way.
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