Nagoya Painting Paint and Create Your Very Own Lucky Cat

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

• Learn the history of Maneki-neko (Japanese lucky cats) and the good fortune they are believed to bring.
• Design and paint your very own ceramic lucky cat using your favorite colors and patterns.
• Enjoy Japanese tea and traditional sweets while your painted lucky cat dries.
• Take home your cute, handmade lucky cat in a special gift box as a memorable souvenir from Japan.

What's Included

All Materials for Painting Manekineko

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Sakae Station, use Exit 12 of the Chunichi Building. Walk straight with Naka Ward Office on your right. Our office is on the 6th floor of the building with a Lawson. Use the entrance at the back of the building, not the Lawson entrance, and take the elevator to the 6th floor.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Create your own Maneki-neko (Japanese lucky cat) in this fun and relaxing painting workshop in Nagoya. Learn about their history and symbolism, then bring your design to life with colorful paints.

Workshop Schedule

1. Introduction to Maneki-neko (10 minutes)
Learn about the history of lucky cats and the meanings of their colors, raised paws, and designs.

2. Sketch Your Design (15 minutes)
Sketch your ideas on paper and choose colors and patterns that reflect your personality.

3. Paint Your Lucky Cat (30 minutes)
Paint a plain ceramic lucky cat and create a unique Japanese souvenir.

4. Japanese Tea and Sweets Break (15 minutes)
Relax with Japanese tea and traditional sweets while your paint dries.

5. Take Home Your Lucky Cat
Your finished lucky cat will be packed in a special paper gift box.

Total Experience: Approximately 90 Minutes
Activities take about 70 minutes, with extra time for preparation and packing.

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Mini Mini Trip

Tags

Historical Tours
Art Classes
Craft Classes
Painting Classes
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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