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- English
**What Makes This Experience Special?**
- **In the Osaka Castle Area:** Enjoy a unique Japanese craft experience in one of Osaka's popular sightseeing areas.
- **Two Handmade Souvenirs:** Make your own Japanese chopsticks and turn the fragrant wood shavings into a scented sachet.
- **Traditional Japanese Craftsmanship:** Shape your chopsticks using a traditional Japanese kanna hand plane.
- **A Creative Eco-Friendly Experience:** Discover the Japanese concept of *mottainai* by reusing wood shavings instead of throwing them away.
- **Free Name Engraving:** Personalize your chopsticks with your name or a message at no extra cost.
- **Perfect for Travelers:** Create meaningful Japanese souvenirs in just one hour.
- **Beginner-Friendly:** No woodworking experience is needed. English-speaking staff will guide you through every step.
- **Combine Crafts with Food:** Add a ramen-making experience for an even more memorable taste of Japanese culture.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our studio is within walking distance of Osaka Castle(20min), with three train stations located less than 10 minutes away . TenmabashiST exit13(10min) MinamimorimachiST exit6(10min) TenmanguST exit7(5min) Umeda Sky Building, and Namba can all be reached in about 20~30 minutes by train.
What to expect
**Step 1: Choose your wood**
Select from 7 types of natural wood, including premium options for an additional fee. Compare the grain and colors to find your favorite.
**Step 2: Make your chopsticks**
Use a traditional Japanese kanna plane to shape your chopsticks, then smooth and oil them. Free name or message engraving is available.
**Step 3: Make a scented sachet**
Reuse your fragrant wood shavings by placing them in a pouch with Japanese aroma oil. Take home your sachet and enjoy its fragrance after your trip.
Inspired by the Japanese concept of mottainai, this workshop gives new life to materials that might otherwise be discarded.
This one-hour workshop in the Osaka Castle area is ideal for couples, friends, and families. You can also combine it with a ramen-making experience.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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