Tokyo: Bonsai Making Experience with Bonsai Master

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover the timeless art of bonsai with the guidance of a professional master. You’ll learn the philosophy behind bonsai and create your very own living piece of Japanese culture to take home.

What's Included

Bonsai lesson (theory & hands-on practice)
Souvenir:Overseas guests → receive a special bonsai booklet as a keepsake
English-speaking instructor
Souvenir:Guests residing in Japan → take home the bonsai you created
All equipment and tools needed to create your bonsai
Private transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The workshop will take place at Bonsai Seikouen, located on the 10th floor of Daimaru Tokyo Department Store, which is directly connected to Tokyo Station. Daimaru Tokyo is right outside the Yaesu North Exit ticket gate of Tokyo Station—very easy to find.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Step into the serene world of bonsai, one of Japan’s most iconic cultural arts. This workshop introduces you to the history, philosophy, and aesthetics of bonsai, while giving you the rare opportunity to shape and style a miniature tree under the guidance of an experienced bonsai master. You’ll learn essential techniques such as pruning, wiring, and potting, and understand how each detail reflects the harmony of nature and human touch.

Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this experience combines learning with practice, allowing you to walk away with your very own bonsai creation and the knowledge to care for it. More than just a workshop, this is an intimate cultural journey into mindfulness, patience, and the Japanese way of appreciating nature.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Travel Japan Together Tokyo

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Cancellation Policy

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

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