Tokyo: Private Origami Class with a Certified Instructor
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 1h 30m
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Multiple languages
Overview
- Expert Guide: Learn from a certified instructor and licensed tour guide.
- 14th-Floor View: Fold origami while enjoying a stunning Tokyo city view.
- Optional Kimono: Wear a real family kimono (available with an option).
- Samurai Sword: Hold a genuine antique sword (available with an option).
- Great Location: Near Sunshine City, the center of Ikebukuro anime culture.
Activity location
- Tokyo
- Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 日本、〒170-0013 東京都豊島区東池袋４丁目４−４ | Meeting Point: We will meet near the West Gate of Higashi-Ikebukuro Station (Y10). This is a ticket gate inside the underground subway station—not a station exit. Access from Ikebukuro Station: From Ikebukuro Station (Y09), follow the Y Line (Yurakucho Line) signs and take the train for one stop to Higashi-Ikebukuro (Y10). The workshop will be held at my residence near the station.
- Toshima City, Tokyo, Japan
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Tokyo: Private Origami Class with a Certified Instructor
- 1h 30m
- English
What's included, what's not
- Professional Origami Workshop
- Step-by-step guidance from a certified instructor in a cozy private home.
- Handmade Origami Guidebook
- An original, easy-to-follow guide you can take home for continued practice.
- Traditional Japanese Snacks & Tea
- Enjoy local treats served in your handmade origami box, paired with a warm cup of fragrant hojicha (roasted green tea).
- All Materials Provided
- High-quality origami paper and a special box to carry your creations safely.
- Insights into Origami Culture
- Learn about the history and modern-day applications of this traditional art.
- Optional Experiences】
- Authentic Kimono Dressing
- Wear genuine family kimonos preserved in traditional tansu chests.
- Samurai Heritage Photo Session
- A rare opportunity to hold a registered antique Japanese sword passed down through our samurai family.
- Transportation to the meeting point
Know before you book
- Not suitable for: Children under 5 years
What you can expect
Meet your instructor at Higashi-Ikebukuro Station and walk to a cozy private condo. Learn the art of origami in a warm, authentic setting.
Your instructor is certified by the Nippon Origami Association and will guide you step by step, whether you are a beginner or experienced. You will learn several models, including the famous paper crane. Advanced models are available on request.
During a short break, enjoy two types of Japanese snacks served in a handmade origami box. You will also learn about the history of origami, from its traditional roots to modern uses.
Take home your creations along with a deeper understanding of Japanese culture.
Optional Experience (Book in advance)
After the class, enjoy a special cultural experience in our private home:
Wear a traditional kimono
Take photos with a family-owned antique samurai sword
Available for both men and women (max. 2 men, up to 4 women).
Due to dressing time (approx. 20 minutes per person), this option is limited to 4 participants.
Please note: This is a private home experience, not a rental shop. Items are limited and unique.
Location
Activity location
- Tokyo
- Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 日本、〒170-0013 東京都豊島区東池袋４丁目４−４ | Meeting Point: We will meet near the West Gate of Higashi-Ikebukuro Station (Y10). This is a ticket gate inside the underground subway station—not a station exit. Access from Ikebukuro Station: From Ikebukuro Station (Y09), follow the Y Line (Yurakucho Line) signs and take the train for one stop to Higashi-Ikebukuro (Y10). The workshop will be held at my residence near the station.
- Toshima City, Tokyo, Japan