Nara: Chopstick-Making Workshop with Artisan
ID: GYG1042078-1605008
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Create your own chopsticks from 100-year-old Yoshino cedar in a workshop with an artisan. Learn about the history of Yoshino cedar and gain cultural insights into chopstick use.
Create your own chopsticks from historic Yoshino cedar in a workshop in Yoshino, a forested area with over 500 years of history. Learn directly by watching and working with an artisan, and gain cultural insights into how chopsticks are used and respected.
Begin by learning about the characteristics and types of chopsticks. Watch a live demonstration by a skilled artisan, then work alongside them to craft your own chopsticks to your preferred shape and size.
Learn how to properly use, care for, and maintain your chopsticks, ensuring they last for decades.
Highlights
- Craft your own chopsticks from 100-year-old Yoshino cedar
- Learn directly by watching and working with a skilled artisan
- Gain cultural insights into how chopsticks are used and respected
- Discover the history and significance of Yoshino cedar
- Take home a unique souvenir that you crafted yourself
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Chopstick-making experience using 100+ year-old Yoshino cedar
- Live demonstration and guidance by a skilled artisan
- Lecture on proper use, care, and etiquette of chopsticks
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
