Tours/Kyoto/KYOTO Craft Your Own Chopsticks from Kyoto Wood
Viator · group up to 10 pax

KYOTO Craft Your Own Chopsticks from Kyoto Wood

5.0(10)Kyoto1 hour
VIATOR5.0(3)TRIPADVISOR5.0(7)

Description

Create your own handmade chopsticks using carefully selected Kyoto wood in this unique cultural workshop. In this hands-on experience, you will shape, carve, and finish your own pair of chopsticks while learning about Japanese craftsmanship and the cultural role chopsticks play in everyday dining in Japan. The workshop takes place inside a traditional Kyoto machiya townhouse, offering a relaxing and authentic atmosphere that reflects the beauty and history of Kyoto. Each participant creates a completely unique pair of chopsticks that can be used daily at home. At the end of the experience, you will take home your handmade chopsticks as a meaningful and practical souvenir from Kyoto.

Tour Options

KYOTO Craft Your Own Chopsticks from Kyoto Wood

Highlights

Step-by-step guidance from our instructor

What's included

Included
Step-by-step guidance from our instructor
Not included
Coffee and/or Tea

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(10)

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Maurice_W
May 30, 2026
Wonderful experience!

Wonderful experience and wonderful host, fantastic souvenir to take away after learning the traditional process of hand making Chopsticks!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience and the traditional process of making your own chopsticks. Thank you for visiting us, and we hope to welcome you again someday!

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benedettok2026
April 8, 2026
THE BEST PLACE TO VISIT IN KYOTO!!!

I love the experience.you do everything.you sand it,wax it and you engrave anything you want into it.

Operator response

We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the experience. Thank you for your review!

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733madelinek
April 8, 2026
the best activity in kyoto!!! 🥢♥️

this was the best experience in the world!!! the kindest staff, best music, amazing atmosphere, and now i have my new favorite chopsticks!!!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your review! I hope you enjoy meals at home with chopsticks you crafted today!!

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904jeniferk
April 8, 2026
Amazing!!!

Beautiful experience!!! What a beautiful art to make chopsticks!!! ! I can’t wait to use my chopsticks. The instructors were so kind, friendly and helpful!!! Loved every minute!!

Operator response

I am so glad you enjoy the time with us! Thank you so much for your review!

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damiankI2915IS
April 8, 2026
So fun, highly recommend!

This was such a fun experience! We did this with our kids (age 11, 15, 19). The staff were so friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.

Operator response

Your kind review made our team so happy, thank you so much! We hope you enjoy your meals at home using the chopsticks you crafted with us!

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AndrewRoper
April 8, 2026
Amazing Fun to Be Had.

Amazing fun time. Great souvenir and experience. Would recommend to all. Easy to do for kids above 10.

Operator response

We are so glad to hear that you had a fun moment with us! Thank you so much for your review!

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Louisa_S
April 5, 2026
Fun activity for all ages!

Fun activity with friendly, helpful staff. Pleased with our results! The entrance didn’t have a sign so was quite tricky to find, but just go in!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed the activity and were pleased with your results. We also appreciate your feedback about the entrance. we’re planning to put up a clearer sign to make it easier for future guests. Thank you again for joining us! Thank you again for joining us!

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Compass63686139611
March 28, 2026
Experience

It was fun to make it easy for women! It was fun to shave and it happened so fast!

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maoo96
March 28, 2026
Great experience!

It was fun choosing and making my original chopsticks! It was about less than an hour long but everything was a fantastic experience:) Grab your friends, family, or anyone to experience this amazing time!

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Odyssey54086950346
March 28, 2026
Even Japanese people can enjoy the chopstick making experience!

You could choose cedar, cypress, or other lumber, and it smelled good when you shaved it. Cedar had a stronger scent. It was fun to be able to put the branding on the chopsticks that were made.

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