Workshops

Betty Smith Jeans-Making Experience in Tokyo

Create your own pair of jeans using authentic Japanese denim-making techniques.

Customize your jeans with your choice of buttons, rivets, and leather patches.

Use the same specialized machines employed by professional craftsmen.

Learn how Japanese jeans are assembled through a guided hands-on workshop.

Take home your finished jeans and an original Betty Smith tote bag.

Jeans-making workshop

One pair of customized jeans

Choice of buttons and rivets

Choice of leather patch

Original Betty Smith tote bag

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Design and create your own jeans while experiencing a part of Japan's renowned denim craftsmanship.

Getting started

Arrive at Betty Smith Ebisu Workshop and present your mobile voucher upon arrival. After a brief introduction to the jeans-making process, you'll begin your hands-on workshop.

What to expect

Betty Smith Ebisu Workshop

Originally offered in Kojima, Okayama—the birthplace of Japanese jeans—this workshop brings the experience of authentic denim craftsmanship to Tokyo.

Features

Introduction to the production process: Start with an overview of how jeans are made and the craftsmanship behind Japanese denim production.

Customize your jeans: Choose your preferred buttons, rivets, and leather patch to personalize your pair.

Hands-on assembly: Use specialized machines to attach selected components and participate in the production process.

Professional finishing: A craftsman completes the hemming and leather patch attachment before your jeans are ready to take home.

What to bring

Bring your booking confirmation for check-in at the workshop.

Wear comfortable clothing suitable for jean fitting and light workshop activities.

What's not allowed

Walk-in participation is not available; advance reservations are required.

Major size or style changes may not be possible once the customization process begins.

Accessibility

Guests will use manual machines to attach buttons and rivets during the workshop.

The workshop space may not be fully barrier-free for visitors with mobility needs.

Additional information

The experience lasts approximately 1 hour.

Jeans are available in waist sizes from 26 to 50 inches.

Additional charges apply for waist sizes 36 inches and above.

Trial jeans are available with inseam lengths of approximately 80–85 cm.

Your customized jeans are finished and ready to take home on the same day.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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