Tokyo Shinjuku Chopstick-Making Workshop with Kanji Engraving

Craft your own custom chopsticks in Shinjuku with Kanji name engraving, using over 11 wood types in a hands-on workshop.

Getting started

On arrival at the Tokyo Shinjuku Chopstick Making Workshop, you check in and move straight into the chopstick-making workshop space. An English-speaking staff member outlines the session so you know how you will shape, customize, and finish your chopsticks. All tools and materials are set up at your workstation, so you can focus on the creative process from the first minute.

What to expect

Tokyo Shinjuku Chopstick Making Workshop

This is a single-location, hands-on activity where you design and create your own personalized chopsticks from scratch. The focus is on choosing your preferred wood, shaping the chopsticks, and adding unique Kanji details before you leave with a handmade souvenir.

Features

• Start by selecting your material from a choice of over 11 wood types, with 3 types included in the experience, so you can compare different grains and colors before you commit to your final pair.
• During the chopstick-making workshop, you work step by step to form, smooth, and refine your chopsticks, using all tools and materials provided so you do not need to bring anything.
• Your creation becomes truly personal when you add a Kanji name engraving, choosing a custom Kanji that is then applied to your personalized chopsticks and turned into a chopstick souvenir to take home.
• Throughout the process, fluent English guidance from English-speaking staff helps you understand each stage, from handling high-grade wood to caring for your finished chopsticks, and you also unlock an exclusive list of hidden local bars and eateries to explore after your session.