Find things to do

Activities & Tours: Osaka Prefecture

Art Classes

adventure image other

Calligraphy Workshop in Namba

This is a 2-hour calligraphy workshop in Namba, downtown Osaka. Even if you are a beginner, no worries as a Japanese calligraphy instructor will give you detailed instructions step by step. Writing Japanese using a brush and ink will be an unforgettable experience. In this workshop, you will know what the Japanese calligraphy really is besides learning calligraphy with writing your own name in kanji or katakana. At the end of the workshop, you will create a one-of-a-kind handwritten souvenir by writing your name on colored paper or on a name tag. Write your own name in Japanese and take it home with you, along with your memories of Japan. Dotonbori, Nihonbashi, and Kuromon Market are close by, so you can go to those areas before or after the workshop, so you can make the most of your day!
...More
full ratings full ratings full ratings full ratings full ratings
based on 12 reviews
See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $42.26
adventure image other

Shodo Japanese Calligraphy Class near Osaka Castle

What makes this class special; - Our experienced shodo teacher will teach you step by step, so don't worry if you've never tried it before! (don't panic!...a part of shodo ritual is practicing one's patience too ) - You'll be accompanied by a English-Japanese or Chinese-Japanese translator, so you can fully understand the class and ask questions if there is any. - This class will be hold in our Japanese tea room with beautiful tatami floor. - This class will be only for max. 3 people, which makes your experience more personal. - You can sign up for his class with your family or friends and make it into a private class for no extra charge. - Our stuff will take pictures during and after the class by your phone or camera. - You can take XX of your work from the class. - You'll get beautiful bamboo holder to take your work home for FREE!
...More
full ratings full ratings full ratings full ratings half ratings
based on 3 reviews
See Details → Duration :1 hours 30 minutes
From $35.76
adventure image other

Big Shodo Japanese Calligraphy near Osaka Castle

What makes this experience special; This kind of Japanese calligraphy is very unique. Even for Japanese people, it is rare to have it experienced! We are the only place that you can try this kind of Shodo experience in Osaka! We use enormous calligraphy tools for this special activity. A brush is 1.2m (4ft) long and the washi paper that you draw a Kanji is 1.5m (5ft)! We're located next to the Osaka Castle Park. It's easy to plan it together with your visit to the castle. All pictures will be taken by a professional photographer. You'll be accompanied by our English or Chinese speaking assistant. You can take your Shodo work home as a memory of Japan. Worried about carrying around? NO worries. We'll make it compact for you! You can book this plan with your family or friends and make it into a private activity for no extra charge. You'll get 2 photo prints + minimum 10 photo files as a gift!
...More
full ratings full ratings full ratings full ratings full ratings
based on 1 reviews
See Details → Duration :1 hours
From $64.36
adventure image other

Lovely experience in Osaka and learn the essence of Ikebana

How about adding a touch of Japanese flair to your life? You can learn the basics of ikebana, the art of flower arranging. My sessions are designed to extend beyond a single experience, so you can continue practicing even after returning home. Participants often express a desire to try it out as soon as they get back. Ikebana has a history of over a thousand years in Japan. I encourage you to give it a try yourself!
...More
no star ratings no star ratings no star ratings no star ratings no star ratings
based on reviews
See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $78.02
adventure image other

Exclusive private Yukata dressing workshop

Experience the elegance of Japanese culture in our exclusive private Yukata dressing workshop. The Yukata, a simpler yet equally beautiful version of the Kimono, offers a unique opportunity for you to immerse yourself in local traditions. Imagine wearing it yourself and strolling through vibrant summer festivals! The only challenge lies in its distinctive style compared to Western attire, leaving many unsure of the proper way to wear it. But don’t worry! Our expert instructor will guide you through the process, revealing that it's much more straightforward than it appears once you've learned the techniques
...More
full ratings full ratings full ratings full ratings full ratings
based on 1 reviews
See Details → Duration :1 hours
From $19.5
adventure image other

Japanese Calligraphy Experience in Osaka

Enjoy the calligraphy experience of traditional Japanese culture. With 25 years of experience as a calligraphy instructor, I will provide you with easy-to-understand and detailed instruction. We will talk about Japanese letters, explain how to use calligraphy tools, and teach you the basics of how to use a brush. Then, students choose one of the 12 kanji that are popular overseas, practice it, and write it on a Japanese board. Sign your name, place it in a special art frame, and your original work of art is complete. You can take it home, so please display it at home. At the end, enjoy green tea and Japanese sweets, and take a commemorative photo. It will be a wonderful memory for you. The event will be held on the first floor of a hotel in Shinsaibashi, the center of Osaka. It's very convenient, just 1 minute walk from the subway station.
...More
full ratings full ratings full ratings full ratings full ratings
based on 1 reviews
See Details → Duration :1 hours 30 minutes
From $42.26
adventure image other

Group Class for Making Temari Japanese Embroidered Balls

You can experience making "TEMARI" (Japanese traditional hand-embroidered balls) using plant-dyed threads. The Temari made with your favorite color of embroidery threads will be unique and the only one in the world. The Temari baseball will be prepared at my side. If you have any preferred color, please let me know at least 3 days in advance.
...More
full ratings full ratings full ratings full ratings full ratings
based on 7 reviews
See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $35.76
adventure image other

Kintsugi workshop in Osaka with a professional Kintsugi artist

Kintsugi is the Japanese art of putting broken pieces back with lacquer and gold pigments. It’s a metaphor for embracing your flaws and imperfections. Rather than hiding our imperfections, it encourages us to accept our “flaws” – and even to call attention to them. Kintsugi also exemplifies the spirit of wabi-sabi. It has started to be acknowledged worldwide now. You will see it in many movies and shows now. It's a great way to learn Japanese tradition and about a way of our living. No worries if you have no idea what Kintsugi is. A local Kintsugi artist will explain you what Kintsugi is before moving onto the hands-on experience.
...More
no star ratings no star ratings no star ratings no star ratings no star ratings
based on reviews
See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $140
adventure image other

Private Photography Class

Reylia and Johnna Slaby are artists born and raised in Japan. As a team, they create plans and projects that supports the art scene in Japan.
...More
no star ratings no star ratings no star ratings no star ratings no star ratings
based on reviews
See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $86.68
adventure image other

Orne for beginners. Let's experience a corsage that makes you happy when you travel to Japan!

Do you have a special Japanese experience? You become beautiful when you wear orne. It is recommended to decorate at home. It is also good to give handmade orne to important people. We create a "rare corsage".
...More
full ratings full ratings full ratings full ratings no star ratings
based on 2 reviews
See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $39.01
adventure image other

Experience Japanese traditional art “Ukiyoe”!

Why do not you experience Japanese traditional art? Full-fledged print technique, “Ukiyoe” Japan that even beginners can easily experience You can create a Japanese art piece in a world perfect for souvenirs! Japan's longest shopping street, Tenjinbashi-suji shopping street, Osaka Tenmangu Shrine, famous for the Tenjin Festival, “Minamimorimachi” and “Osaka Tenmangu” with various sightseeing spots are the nearest stations! Easy access from Osaka (Umeda), Shinsaibashi and Namba ♪ Please join us as a souvenir or as a hobby! Please feel free to contact us if you are interested ♪
...More
no star ratings no star ratings no star ratings no star ratings no star ratings
based on reviews
See Details → Duration :40 minutes
From $13.34