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Tokyo Kintsugi Class - 1-Day Workshop near Nippori
Experience the ancient art of kintsugi in Tokyo. Under the guidance of skilled artisans who trained at Kuge Crafts, repair and beautify broken ceramics using gold, creating masterpieces to keep, with no prior experience needed.
Tokyo Kintsugi Class - 1-Day Workshop near Nippori
Experience the ancient art of kintsugi in Tokyo. Under the guidance of skilled artisans who trained at Kuge Crafts, repair and beautify broken ceramics using gold, creating masterpieces to keep, with no prior experience needed.
Private Miso Making Workshop
Learn how to make miso, a quintessential ingredient in Japanese cuisine, in this hands-on workshop that includes tasting different kinds of miso and enjoying lunch with Japanese ingredients.
Private Miso Making Workshop
Learn how to make miso, a quintessential ingredient in Japanese cuisine, in this hands-on workshop that includes tasting different kinds of miso and enjoying lunch with Japanese ingredients.
Tokyo · Ningyocho: Experience Japan's proud national treasure - traditional maki-e craftsmanship + enjoy inari sushi and ningyo-yaki
Downtown cuisine + national treasure craftsmanship dual experience: One itinerary to simultaneously savor Edo commoners' life and aristocratic aesthetics, completing a cross-temporal cultural dialogue from taste to visionMaki-e beginner's exclusive course: Master craftsmen guide you through the basics of maki-e techniques, allowing even complete beginners to create and take home a one-of-a-kind travel souvenir.An immersive yet concise cultural experience: thoughtfully paced with plenty of freedom for exploration
Tokyo · Ningyocho: Experience Japan's proud national treasure - traditional maki-e craftsmanship + enjoy inari sushi and ningyo-yaki
Downtown cuisine + national treasure craftsmanship dual experience: One itinerary to simultaneously savor Edo commoners' life and aristocratic aesthetics, completing a cross-temporal cultural dialogue from taste to visionMaki-e beginner's exclusive course: Master craftsmen guide you through the basics of maki-e techniques, allowing even complete beginners to create and take home a one-of-a-kind travel souvenir.An immersive yet concise cultural experience: thoughtfully paced with plenty of freedom for exploration
Ninja Zen Meditation Experience w/ Five Elements Program & Breathing Techniques
ⒸSeeds Co./Discover Ninja Zen Meditation in a 150-year-old Japanese house. Practice traditional ninja rituals like Kuji Goshin-ho and Shihou Barai. Learn breathing techniques and body movements to connect with nature and achieve harmony.
Ninja Zen Meditation Experience w/ Five Elements Program & Breathing Techniques
ⒸSeeds Co./Discover Ninja Zen Meditation in a 150-year-old Japanese house. Practice traditional ninja rituals like Kuji Goshin-ho and Shihou Barai. Learn breathing techniques and body movements to connect with nature and achieve harmony.
- Kirakudow in Keyaki forest
- Kirakudow in Keyaki forest
Outdoor Matcha Experience: Tea Ceremony Tour in Mount Takao's Nature
ⒸTaku Takamiya/Experience the beauty of nature at Mount Takao with an outdoor matcha session. Enjoy fresh mountain air, birdsong, and greenery as you prepare premium Uji matcha paired with traditional Japanese sweets.
Outdoor Matcha Experience: Tea Ceremony Tour in Mount Takao's Nature
ⒸTaku Takamiya/Experience the beauty of nature at Mount Takao with an outdoor matcha session. Enjoy fresh mountain air, birdsong, and greenery as you prepare premium Uji matcha paired with traditional Japanese sweets.
- Takaosan (Mount Takao)
- Takaosan (Mount Takao)
Tokyo Anime Pilgrimage 2-Hour Private Tour
Tokyo Anime Pilgrimage 2-Hour Private Tour
Walking Tour in Shinjuku and Kagurazaka: Hot Spots and Hidden Gems
To begin, enjoy travelling back in time to learn all about Shinjuku’s development from early Japan to present day at a local museum, setting the scene for the rest of your time in Shinjuku! The museum has life sized replicas of a traditional Japanese shop, house and train carriage where you can immerse yourself in old Tokyo and take great photos! Next, we will walk to one of Shinjuku’s beautiful local shrines hidden away from the fast paced centre of the city.We will then take a short train journey to nearby Kagurazaka, one of Tokyo’s traditional yet trendy neighbourhoods with nods to the past steeped in history and culture. You will head to a beautiful Japanese garden and tea house to enjoy a traditional tea and Japanese sweet experience.
Walking Tour in Shinjuku and Kagurazaka: Hot Spots and Hidden Gems
To begin, enjoy travelling back in time to learn all about Shinjuku’s development from early Japan to present day at a local museum, setting the scene for the rest of your time in Shinjuku! The museum has life sized replicas of a traditional Japanese shop, house and train carriage where you can immerse yourself in old Tokyo and take great photos! Next, we will walk to one of Shinjuku’s beautiful local shrines hidden away from the fast paced centre of the city.We will then take a short train journey to nearby Kagurazaka, one of Tokyo’s traditional yet trendy neighbourhoods with nods to the past steeped in history and culture. You will head to a beautiful Japanese garden and tea house to enjoy a traditional tea and Japanese sweet experience.
Tokyo Metropolis, Okutama Historical Road Half Day Cycling Tour
Join the guide as you cycle along the old road of Okutama, once used as a trade route to Tokyo. The guide will introduce you to the history, nature, and culture of the area, which is very different from Tokyo City. Along the way, you will come across springs, wasabi fields, old shrines, mountain villages, and possibly spot some wildlife. Your destination is Lake Okutama, a large man-made lake, where you will visit a small museum exhibiting historic artifacts. You'll then return to town to soak your feet in a local onsen (hot spring). Afterward, you can shop for souvenirs
Tokyo Metropolis, Okutama Historical Road Half Day Cycling Tour
Join the guide as you cycle along the old road of Okutama, once used as a trade route to Tokyo. The guide will introduce you to the history, nature, and culture of the area, which is very different from Tokyo City. Along the way, you will come across springs, wasabi fields, old shrines, mountain villages, and possibly spot some wildlife. Your destination is Lake Okutama, a large man-made lake, where you will visit a small museum exhibiting historic artifacts. You'll then return to town to soak your feet in a local onsen (hot spring). Afterward, you can shop for souvenirs
Explore Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise & Kappabashi – A Retro Tokyo Experience
ⒸReelu/Take a walking tour through Tokyo's traditional areas: Asakusa (Kaminarimon, Senso-ji) and Kappabashi (known for food samples & Japanese dishes). A journey into local history and culture.
Explore Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise & Kappabashi – A Retro Tokyo Experience
ⒸReelu/Take a walking tour through Tokyo's traditional areas: Asakusa (Kaminarimon, Senso-ji) and Kappabashi (known for food samples & Japanese dishes). A journey into local history and culture.
Explore Tokyo's history on a walking tour of Asakusa, Kappabashi & Ueno.
ⒸReelu/Take a walking tour through Tokyo's traditional areas: Asakusa (Kaminarimon, Senso-ji), Kappabashi (known for food samples & Japanese dishes), and Ueno's bustling Ameya Yokocho market. A journey into local history and culture.
Explore Tokyo's history on a walking tour of Asakusa, Kappabashi & Ueno.
ⒸReelu/Take a walking tour through Tokyo's traditional areas: Asakusa (Kaminarimon, Senso-ji), Kappabashi (known for food samples & Japanese dishes), and Ueno's bustling Ameya Yokocho market. A journey into local history and culture.
A historical walking tour of the Imperial Palace and Tokyo Station
ⒸReelu/Starting from the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, this tour will take you on a walking tour of historical sites and modern sophisticated cityscapes with a guide. This 2.5 hour tour is perfect for those who want to get to know Tokyo in depth.
A historical walking tour of the Imperial Palace and Tokyo Station
ⒸReelu/Starting from the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, this tour will take you on a walking tour of historical sites and modern sophisticated cityscapes with a guide. This 2.5 hour tour is perfect for those who want to get to know Tokyo in depth.
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[Tokyo, Ogikubo] Japanese Sashiko Embroidery workshop
What you'll doYou have an experience of Sashiko embroidery stitching through making "Sashiko fukin"."Sashiko fukin" is known as dish towel in Japan and very popular Sashiko learning item for novices. This item is very practical. After finishing to make, you can use it as handkerchief, lunch mat, wrapping something like sandwich, flower base mat etc.The size is approx. 33cm×33cm.Although you cannot finish the stitching during the experience, you will get knowledge and skill how to complete it by yourself. Therefore you can enjoy the stitching even at home.Step 1: Choose a Sashiko pattern and a thread color.I've provided you with many sort of Sashiko cloths which is printed on a fabric and thread colors. Please enjoy picking your favorite one out.Step 2: Preparation.I introduce how to treat for a fabric and a thread before doing stitch.Step 3: Do Sashiko stitching.After showing my demonstration to you, you will start stitching on the cloth you chosen. This time makes you enjoy and relax!Step 4: Explain Sashiko basic role and tips.Before closing the session, I explain about general order of stitching, things to watch out for, tips and so on.
[Tokyo, Ogikubo] Japanese Sashiko Embroidery workshop
What you'll doYou have an experience of Sashiko embroidery stitching through making "Sashiko fukin"."Sashiko fukin" is known as dish towel in Japan and very popular Sashiko learning item for novices. This item is very practical. After finishing to make, you can use it as handkerchief, lunch mat, wrapping something like sandwich, flower base mat etc.The size is approx. 33cm×33cm.Although you cannot finish the stitching during the experience, you will get knowledge and skill how to complete it by yourself. Therefore you can enjoy the stitching even at home.Step 1: Choose a Sashiko pattern and a thread color.I've provided you with many sort of Sashiko cloths which is printed on a fabric and thread colors. Please enjoy picking your favorite one out.Step 2: Preparation.I introduce how to treat for a fabric and a thread before doing stitch.Step 3: Do Sashiko stitching.After showing my demonstration to you, you will start stitching on the cloth you chosen. This time makes you enjoy and relax!Step 4: Explain Sashiko basic role and tips.Before closing the session, I explain about general order of stitching, things to watch out for, tips and so on.
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[Setagaya, Tokyo] Experience Japanese dance in yukata, welcoming foreign visitors to Japan
[Japanese dance just 20 minutes from Shinjuku] 16 minutes on the Odakyu Line express train from Shinjuku Station, and a 1-minute walk from Seijo Gakuenmae Station. Learn how to dress, learn manners, and learn dance. You can choose from "Sakura Sakura," "Ue o Muite Arukou," or "First Love" as your lesson song. If there are other participants, the song will be "Sakura Sakura." Participation in groups of four is recommended. For groups of five or more, please book two lessons consecutively. Lessons will be held in rotation. There is also a space for those not participating to observe. You can also experience the experience in your original clothes! Children 5 and under are free.
[Setagaya, Tokyo] Experience Japanese dance in yukata, welcoming foreign visitors to Japan
[Japanese dance just 20 minutes from Shinjuku] 16 minutes on the Odakyu Line express train from Shinjuku Station, and a 1-minute walk from Seijo Gakuenmae Station. Learn how to dress, learn manners, and learn dance. You can choose from "Sakura Sakura," "Ue o Muite Arukou," or "First Love" as your lesson song. If there are other participants, the song will be "Sakura Sakura." Participation in groups of four is recommended. For groups of five or more, please book two lessons consecutively. Lessons will be held in rotation. There is also a space for those not participating to observe. You can also experience the experience in your original clothes! Children 5 and under are free.
Tokyo Harajuku Tour: From Meiji Park to Takeshita Street to Shibuya Crossing
Start a wonderful trip to Harajuku! Experience the fusion of tradition and modernity, tranquility and bustle!Let us show you the history of Japan, explore the kawaii culture, and experience the bustle of Shibuya Crossing!
Tokyo Harajuku Tour: From Meiji Park to Takeshita Street to Shibuya Crossing
Start a wonderful trip to Harajuku! Experience the fusion of tradition and modernity, tranquility and bustle!Let us show you the history of Japan, explore the kawaii culture, and experience the bustle of Shibuya Crossing!
Hama-rikyu Gardens
Photo courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association
Tokyo Metropolitan Archaeological Research Center
Admission: Free
Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
* Building Closure for Major Renovations Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Building Closure Schedule: To be closed from May 7, 2026, until the fiscal year of 2028 ・Main Hall, Meeting and Conference Rooms, and other facilities: To be closed from May 7, 2026 ・Recital Hall: To be closed from May 14, 2026 * The Music Library will be closed from April 1, 2026
Mukojima-Hyakkaen Gardens
Photo courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association
Tonogayato Gardens
Photo courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association
Kyu-Furukawa Gardens
Photo courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association