According to Japanese folklore, folding a thousand paper cranes brings you good luck and happiness. Don't know how to fold a crane? This origami workshop is for you. You'll learn to fold more than the classic cranes in this friendly one-hour workshop.
Tea in Japan is infinitely more complicated than the boil/dunk/swish/remove method used in the West, and learning the Japanese tea ceremony is a must for anyone who loves the country. This short workshop will walk you through the intricacies of …
Gain an in-depth understanding of Japanese temples and shrines on this unique guided tour. Visit Meiji Jingu Shrine or other key religious sites that pique your interest. Your highly-knowledgeable guide will give you insights that you won't find …
Attend a special sumo show (not tournament) in Asakusa, try your hand at a sumo duel and tuck into sumo wrestlers' favorite food - a hearty hot pot!
Seize the chance to try traditional taiko drumming on your visit to Tokyo! Learn the ropes from a professional instructor and allow yourself to be moved by the bold, energetic rhythms.
View some live action at the Sumo Stable in Tokyo, where you can get a close-up view of Sumo training!
Looking for a totally different experience in Tokyo? Take a class in kintsugi - the revered Japanese art of repairing old pottery. Stemming from a belief that breakage is part of the history of an object, rather than a reason to throw it away, …
