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Tokyo Gold Lacquer Maki-e Workshop with Optional Edo Ukiyo-e Walk
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $103 / person
- Location
- Tokyo, Japan
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews
- Languages
- JA, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- EXT Tours
- Meeting point
- Your assigned guide will contact you directly three days before the experience to confirm the meeting details.The meeting location is approximately a 10-minute walk from Shinagawa Station and a 3-minute walk from Kitashinagawa Station.
Description
Make your own piece of real Japanese lacquerware decorated with gold, and take it home the same day. Maki-e is a 1,000-year-old art: designs are painted in urushi, a natural lacquer made from tree sap, then dusted with gold powder. An artisan can spend weeks on one piece. You'll make yours in 1 hour on a genuine lacquered plate with real lacquer, not a synthetic substitute, taught by an artisan trained under a Living National Treasure, with an English-speaking guide translating. Choose your experience: - Workshop only (1 hr) – perfect for a busy schedule - Workshop + Ukiyo-e Walk (2 hrs) – while your piece sets, walk old Shinagawa-juku and compare Hiroshige and Hokusai prints with the same spots today
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Wed and Thu
- Start times
- 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Nov 4
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $103
- Youth (ages 3–15)
- $97
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 4 of the next 16 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 22.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Guidance from a professional maki-e artisan
All materials (paints, gold powder, brushes)
A piece of traditional Japanese lacquerware
An English-speaking guide
Not included
Bottled water
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
5 reviews
How it compares in Tokyo
- Starting price $103 is 32% above the typical $78 for tours of similar length in Tokyo
Excurgo comparison of 4,173 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Tokyo Gold Lacquer Maki-e Workshop with Optional Edo Ukiyo-e Walk lasts about 1 hour.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $103 per person for this Tokyo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Wednesdays and Thursdays, starting at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Does this tour sell out?
It can: 4 of the next 16 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Your assigned guide will contact you directly three days before the experience to confirm the meeting details. The meeting location is approximately a 10-minute walk from Shinagawa Station and a 3-minute walk from Kitashinagawa Station. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in JA, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 5 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by EXT Tours.
Reviews(5)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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