The 4 Craft Workshops in Kyoto to Book First

1.Authentic knife making experience at a blacksmith in Kyoto

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 350 reviews · 3 hours · from $154Our pick

Forge a Japanese-style knife in Kyoto, from red-hot steel to sharpening and polishing, with a take-home blade and small-group guidance.

“Knife making was THE BEST part of our long awaited holiday to Japan. As a family we prefer hands-on activities not museums and this class delivered a memorable family experience. Mits, Atsushi and Mao were fantastic teachers they were helpful, friendly, knowledgeable and patient. The safety instructions were very clear. We would love to return to Studio NIN if we visit Japan again. We have also offered to be tour guide to Mits, Atsushi and Mao if they ever come to Sydney 😊”

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2.1-Hour Japanese Archery Experience in Kyoto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · from $46Top rated

One-hour beginner-friendly kyudo (Japanese archery) in Kyoto with a 50+ year instructor, small group guidance, and included equipment.

“Instructor was patient, friendly and a really good teacher, even with the language barrier. Kyudo was a great experience.”

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3.Calligraphy class at Buddhist temple in city center

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 167 reviews · 1h 10m · from $55

Kyoto’s Seigan-ji Temple calligraphy class teaches brush technique, lets you pick your Kanji, and takes home a framed shodo souvenir.

“Great guide and teacher. Very friendly and fun experience in a stunning location. Great to take home what we made.”

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4.Japanese Archery Workshop with Experienced Instructor

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 132 reviews · 1 hour · from $38Best value

Kyoto Kyudo workshop with a 6th-grade Kyudo Kyoshi. Small-group coaching, English materials, equipment included, 1 hour near Omiyaji stations.

“Very relaxing and entertaining experience. The instructor is a master and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend!”

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