Osaka Washi Lamp Craft Workshop Private or Shared Experience
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $162 / person
- Location
- Osaka, Japan
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 6
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Japan Tour Adventure
- Meeting point
- Meet your host and Washi paper artist, James, who will be waiting to welcome you at Osakako Station, Exit 6, by 9:20 (morning session) or 15:20 (afternoon session).
Description
James’s artistic path is anything but conventional. Beginning with body painting and later collaborating with Universal Studios Japan, his fascination with fluid, organic lines naturally evolved into washi lamp art. His designs reject rigid geometry — no straight lines, only gentle curves inspired by movement and light. He works with exceptional materials, including rare mulberry-fiber paper and Mino Washi, a historically significant paper from Gifu Prefecture recognized for its cultural value. His contributions to Japan’s Akari Art Festival have earned multiple awards, with one piece preserved in a museum collection. Through this workshop, guests not only create a personal artwork but also participate in sustaining a traditional craft facing modern challenges.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 9:30 AM and 3:30 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult
- $162
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $324.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 3:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:19 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 29 of the next 42 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Second highest quality of Washi paper in Japan for the lamp, chosen over one hundred types of paper
Each guest get a free drink at the cafe next to the workshop, from regular coffee to traditional high quality matcha tea, made on request.
High quality box to carry the finished lamp safely.
Use of the full equipment for the Washi lamp making activity
Full attention from the artist leading the workshop
Not included
Extra Food and Drinks
Shopping and souvenirs, besides the lamp made during the activity
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Osaka Washi Lamp Craft Workshop Private or Shared Experience take?
Osaka Washi Lamp Craft Workshop Private or Shared Experience lasts about 3 hours.
How much does Osaka Washi Lamp Craft Workshop Private or Shared Experience cost?
Prices start at $162 per person for this Osaka experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $324. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Osaka Washi Lamp Craft Workshop Private or Shared Experience run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 9:30 AM and 3:30 PM.
Does Osaka Washi Lamp Craft Workshop Private or Shared Experience sell out?
It can: 29 of the next 42 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Osaka Washi Lamp Craft Workshop Private or Shared Experience for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet your host and Washi paper artist, James, who will be waiting to welcome you at Osakako Station, Exit 6, by 9:20 (morning session) or 15:20 (afternoon session). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Osaka Washi Lamp Craft Workshop Private or Shared Experience offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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