Tokyo: Ginza Chopstick-Making Workshop & Cultural Insights

The tour lasts 1 hour

Available in English and Japanese

Description

Enjoy a calm, creative hands-on experience in Ginza, one of Tokyo’s most refined districts. In this chopstick-making workshop, you’ll slow down, work with natural wood, and create a one-of-a-kind pair of chopsticks—right in the heart of the city.

With step-by-step guidance, you’ll shape the wood, smooth the surface, and complete your chopsticks using traditional tools and techniques. The process is simple and enjoyable, so beginners are very welcome—no prior experience is needed.

This workshop is more than crafting. You’ll also discover the cultural meaning of chopsticks in Japan—how they’re used in everyday life, why shape and material matter, and how etiquette reflects Japanese values. The result is a relaxing experience that combines creativity with cultural insight.

At the end of the session, take your finished chopsticks home the same day. Your personalized pair will be nicely wrapped, ready to use or to give as a thoughtful souvenir from Japan.

Perfect for families, couples, friends, and solo travelers, this Ginza workshop is ideal if you want a peaceful break from sightseeing and a memorable way to connect with Japanese culture.

Important Note:

This experience combines a traditional hands-on workshop with the philosophy of a free tour.

During the workshop, participants can choose their preferred type of wood to create their own pair of chopsticks. The material fee covers the wood and all materials needed for the experience. The amount depends on the type of wood selected.

Cedar: ¥1,000
European Red Pine: ¥1,000
Hinoki Cypress: ¥2,000

Please note that the available wood types may change depending on availability.

At the end of the experience, you will be asked to pay the corresponding material fee for the wood you selected.

Following the free tour model, you are also welcome to decide the amount you would like to contribute to your guide based on the quality of the cultural experience, the workshop itself, the historical and cultural insights shared, and your overall satisfaction with the experience.

For those who wish to further personalize their chopsticks, additional wood selections and name engraving services are available for an extra charge.

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Welcome to Japan! We are a Tokyo-based tour company, and we’re excited to welcome you, ensuring you take away great memories from this incredible country. We hope you’ll discover Japan’s many unique charms and fall in love with everything it has to offer.

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Meeting point:Chopsticks Studio GinzaAddress: Chopsticks Studio Ginza 1F, Kusumoto No.17 Building 1-14-12 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061 Access: 1-minute walk from Ginza-Itchome Station, Exit 10 Contact: Phone: +81 3-5915-4155 Email: [email protected] If you need any assistance before the workshop, please feel free to contact our operations desk.Open in Google Maps →

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Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Accepts bookings of up to 20 people.

Pets

Not suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 1 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.