TOKYO
43 Tours Reviewed
Pencil meets panel in Tokyo. In Shibuya, Manga Do pairs you with a pro manga artist and an interpreter, so you learn the real workflow behind manga, from rough sketch to screen tones, and leave with a laminated keepsake. You…
Tokyo calligraphy can be surprisingly practical. In this 2-hour workshop in Shinjuku, you’ll learn Japanese calligraphy in an English-guided class that feels calm even in the middle of a busy city. A professional teacher (often Sensei Sousen-sensei, and guides like…
Akihabara plus ramen is a smart Tokyo combo. You get the fun of Japan’s electric gadget streets, then you switch gears to a central-studio kitchen where you make ramen from scratch. A big plus: the class stays small, so you’re…
Real samurai training beats any show. This Tokyo-area class runs at a real dojo just outside the city, taught by Yoshioki Sumida of Toyama-Ryu BizenkaI. In about 2 hours 30 minutes, you’ll go from a short lecture to hands-on practice…
Handmade chopsticks are weirdly satisfying. This Tokyo workshop takes you into a traditional craft neighborhood and puts a pair of wooden chopstick blanks in your hands. I love that you can choose from 10+ types of wood, with 3 included…
Tokyo cooking feels oddly familiar. This class in the Shinjuku area gives you a real taste of everyday Japanese home cooking, with an English-speaking instructor and a menu you choose in advance (when availability allows). You’ll prep and cook several…
Tokyo turns better with dinner lessons. This is a private cooking class with Tokyo local Emi, built around real home-style food, not a performance. I like that all food and drink are included (barley tea, green tea, and sake), so…
Tokyo sushi class is the fastest way to learn. This hands-on session turns sushi from a menu item into skills you can actually use at home. You get sushi history and culture, plus the etiquette behind the bites, all while…
Sushi gets real when your hands are involved. This 3-hour Tokyo class turns you from sushi fan to sushi maker, with ingredients included and guidance throughout. Small-group access means you can ask questions while you work, and the hands-on format…
Tea calm arrives fast. This Chado workshop in Asakusa mixes a short cultural lesson with hands-on tea making, in a real Japanese tearoom with tatami mats and a moment to slow down. I love how you get both the teaching…
Tokyo cooking gets personal fast. In this small-group class, you’re not watching from the sidelines—you’re learning Japanese technique while preparing a multi-course lunch built around Wagyu and classic flavors. It’s a hands-on way to understand how Japanese meals hang together,…
That first crack can feel permanent. This kintsugi workshop turns it into a ritual of repair, not replacement. I like the way the session stays focused and mindful, with you learning wabi-sabi through real materials like urushi lacquer and pure…
Tokyo Tower sushi, made with your own hands. This hands-on class in Higashiazabu turns a tourist sight stop into something you can actually do: you learn sushi basics in English, then eat what you make. I like the warm, patient…
Tokyo cooks like a class should. This 4-hour small-group washoku class gets you out of the sightseeing loop and into real life: you shop for Japanese ingredients with a guide, then cook traditional dishes side-by-side and eat what you make.…
Wagyu and Japanese comfort food, together. This Tokyo cooking class turns a home-style meal into a hands-on session, led by friendly English-speaking instructors such as Yuki, Yuko, Aya, Kaori, and Bifuka. I really like the small group setup (so you’re…
