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Traditional Chopstick Making Workshop Experience Japan

Nara, JapanOperated by 奈良竹灯籠工房 ものづくり体験
  • Duration40 minutes
  • GroupShared · max 10
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Why You’ll Love This Chopstick Making Experience

Discover Japanese culture in a hands-on way by crafting your own pair of chopsticks in Nara. Instead of buying a souvenir, you will carve, shape, and polish natural wood to create chopsticks made by your own hands.

You can choose the length and thickness to perfectly fit your hands, making them both practical and personal. With friendly step-by-step guidance, even beginners can enjoy the experience comfortably.

Your finished chopsticks can be taken home the same day and used daily, bringing back memories of your trip with every meal.

This is more than a workshop—it is a meaningful cultural experience that turns a simple utensil into a lasting travel memory.

What you will do

40 minutesShared tourMax 10 travellers

Chopstick Making Experience Process 1. Choose Your Length Participants begin by selecting the length of their chopsticks. The standard size is 23 cm, but shorter options such as 21 cm or 19 cm are also available. 2. Shape the Chopsticks Using special tools, participants carve the wooden sticks from a square shape into their preferred style. They can adjust the thickness and create either round or square chopsticks. Staff members provide careful guidance, making the process safe and beginner-friendly. 3. Sand and Smooth Participants use sandpaper to smooth the surface. By checking the texture by hand, they can refine the grip and comfort to their liking. 4. Personalize and Finish Optional personalization is available, such as writing a name or initials. Each pair becomes a unique, one-of-a-kind keepsake. 5. Take It Home The finished chopsticks can be taken home the same day. They can be used daily, bringing back memories of the trip with every meal.

Pickup & meeting point

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Start

Exit Kintetsu Nara Station from Exit 4 and walk straight south along Konishi Sakura-dori Shopping Street for about 3 minutes. The workshop venue is on the 5th floor of the building with Sundrug (Iseya Building). If you have any trouble finding the location, please feel free to contact us.

End / drop-off

Exit Kintetsu Nara Station from Exit 4 and walk straight south along Konishi Sakura-dori Shopping Street for about 3 minutes. The workshop venue is on the 5th floor of the building with Sundrug (Iseya Building). If you have any trouble finding the location, please feel free to contact us.

What's included

Included

  • Admission fee

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 10 travellers per booking
  • Age bands: Adult (5–88)

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 4 hours before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Product code
5633052P2

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Any special requirements

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From JPY 3,000 per person · Free cancellation available

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