Asakusa Chopstick Making Workshop: Create & Engrave

Shape wood into chopsticks fitted to your hands, then personalize them with your own engraving

A one-hour hands-on chopstick-making class in Asakusa where you select from 12 types of wood, shape and sand your pair using professional tools with step-by-step guidance from an English-speaking local host, and take home a personalized souvenir the same day. You choose the wood, do the shaping, and decide whether to add a laser-engraved name or word to finish your creation.

The experience

You arrive in Asakusa and have a free afternoon, or you're staying nearby and want to make something with your hands instead of walking past more temples. This workshop gives you an hour to build a functional souvenir that's yours alone. You'll pick from over 10 types of wood, each with its own color and scent, then move to the workbench where a local staff member walks you through shaping the wood with professional tools, sanding it smooth to fit your grip, and finishing the surface. The whole process happens in the same room, so there's no waiting between steps.

The guide speaks fluent English and explains the cultural role chopsticks play in Japanese daily life as you work. Once your pair is shaped and sanded, you can add a laser engraving (a name, a date, a word that matters to you), to make it truly personal. A staff member photographs you and anyone with you against the view of Tokyo Skytree and the Asakusa skyline. You walk out with finished chopsticks ready to use or wrap as a gift, plus directions to the must-see spots in the neighborhood if you want to explore after.

The workshop sits in a neighborhood with public transit nearby, so you don't need a car or a guide to get there. All tools and materials are provided. Three types of wood are included in the base price, and you can upgrade to premium woods if you want a rarer grain or finish. The space is wheelchair accessible, and the staff can accommodate families with small children or anyone joining solo.

What’s included

• All tools and materials for shaping and sanding.
• choice of 12 wood types (three included, premium options available).
• English-speaking local guide leading you through each step.
• your finished personalized chopsticks to take home the same day.
• optional laser engraving with a name or word.
• a commemorative photo with the Asakusa skyline and Tokyo Skytree in the background.
• tips on must-see spots in the neighborhood.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day20 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 18:30

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (6 and older) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 22

Live guideEnglish and Japanese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteJP¥ 3,000

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Japan Guide Star

Is this one for you?The workshop is in Asakusa with public transit nearby, so you don't need a car or a hotel in a specific zone to reach it. Book from anywhere in Tokyo and take the train. One hour is enough to make and finish your chopsticks and still have time to explore the neighborhood or move on to your next plan.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Japanese.

Can I choose which wood to use for my chopsticks?

Yes. You select from over 12 types of wood, each with different colors and scents. Three types are included in the workshop price. Premium woods are available as an upgrade at checkout.

What happens if I want to personalize my chopsticks with a name or word?

You can add a laser engraving after you've shaped and sanded your pair. This is optional and lets you put a name, date, or word special to you on the finished chopsticks.

How do I get to the workshop in Asakusa without a car?

The workshop location has public transportation options nearby, so you can reach it by train or bus. The staff can give you directions when you book or arrive.

Is this workshop suitable for children or families?

Yes. Everyone is welcome, including families with children. Infants can sit on an adult's lap, and small children can be in a pram or stroller. The staff creates a cozy, family-friendly environment.

What do I take home from the workshop?

You take home your finished, hand-crafted chopsticks the same day. If you choose laser engraving, that's completed before you leave. The staff also takes a commemorative photo of you with your creation.