Tokyo Asakusa Chopstick Making Workshop with Locals

Create your own wooden chopsticks in a hands on workshop in Tokyo’s Asakusa district. Learn about the cultural significance of chopsticks in Japan and take home a unique souvenir.

With step by step guidance from a friendly local host, you’ll shape the wood, smooth the surface, and finish your chopsticks at your own pace. You can take them home the very same day an experience that blends cultural discovery with creative making. Designed to be fun, relaxing, and memorable, it’s perfect for beginners and curious travelers alike.

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.

For example:

Cedar: ¥1,000

European Red Pine: ¥1,000

Hinoki Cypress: ¥2,000

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

You are welcome to decide the amount you would like to contribute based on the quality of the cultural experience, the workshop, the historical and cultural insights shared, and your overall satisfaction.

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