Okayama Tsuyama Washi-Making Experience with Optional Calligraphy

30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Exclusive Washi Craft & Calligraphy in Tsuyama, Okayama

Booking is required at least 1 week in advance.
Experience traditional craftsmanship and personalized Japanese art.

Make Yokono Washi: Handcraft traditional paper at historic Kamida Studio with guidance from an artisan. Choose from standard or large-format paper-making options.

Bespoke Art by Kei: With a calligraphy option, internationally acclaimed artist Kei will brush your name, a meaningful Kanji, motto, or life philosophy onto the Washi, creating a one-of-a-kind artwork.

Worldwide Shipping: Your finished Washi or artwork will be carefully packed and shipped to your home. Shipping fees are paid separately at the studio.

What's Included

Custom calligraphy (selected options only; 1–2 characters)
Guided lecture on traditional handmade Washi making
Washi-making materials (Paper size varies depending on the selected plan)
If shipping the finished artwork, please pay actual costs on-site (varies by country).
Shipping paid on-site: Asia ¥3,400–4,550; Europe/Oceania ¥6,700+; USA ¥7,900+.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please enter Ueda Handmade Washi Workshop: Yokono Washi Studio. The owner will be waiting for you inside.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Experience traditional Yokono Washi paper-making at Kamida Studio in Tsuyama, Okayama. Learn from an artisan and create authentic Japanese paper.

Choose from these options:

Washi Paper-Making Only
Create a 36 × 53 cm (14.2 × 20.9 in) sheet.

Large-Format Washi Paper-Making
Create a 62.5 × 137 cm (24.6 × 53.9 in) sheet.

Washi with Calligraphy Artwork
Calligraphy artist Kei will brush your chosen name, Kanji, motto, or meaningful words onto the Washi, creating a unique artwork.

Available sizes:

Postcard: 10 × 14.8 cm (3.9 × 5.8 in)
Standard: 24 × 27.5 cm (9.4 × 10.8 in)
Large: 36 × 53 cm (14.2 × 20.9 in)
Extra Large: 54 × 98 cm (21.3 × 38.6 in)

Your Washi must be dried and finished after the experience and cannot be taken home that day. For a calligraphy plan, it will be sent to Kei’s atelier before being shipped to you.

Standard artwork takes about two weeks. Large and Extra-Large artwork takes two weeks to one month.

Shipping is required for all plans and is not included in the tour price. Please pay the fee at the studio. Domestic and international shipping are available.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Local Treasures

Tags

Historical Tours
Craft Classes
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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