Tokyo Ukiyo-e Studio with Artisan Featured at the British Museum
This ukiyo-e making experience is a special opportunity not open to the general public.
At Takahashi Studio, you can receive explanations on how to appreciate ukiyo-e from one of the world's most renowned ukiyo-e artisans. Takahashi Studio has conducted lectures and demonstrations at prestigious institutions such as the British Museum and the Detroit Institute of Arts.
Moreover, you can observe live demonstrations of ukiyo-e production by authentic artisans.
Under the direct guidance of these artisans, you can create your own ukiyo-e and take home two ukiyo-e fans featuring your artwork.
As a special gift, you can also take home an authentic ukiyo-e print (valued at 20,000 yen) personally crafted by the artisans at Takahashi Studio.
In addition to the souvenir ukiyo-e, you can consider purchasing renowned ukiyo-e woodblock prints by masters like Hokusai and Hiroshige.
Why not take home these traditional Japanese souvenirs with the ukiyo-e fan and ukiyo-e book cover you made?
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Ukiyo-e Experience by Authentic Artisan at Japan's Oldest Studio
What's included in Tokyo Ukiyo-e Studio with Artisan Featured at the British Museum
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Experience Ukiyo-e making at Takahashi Kobo (Studio) in Tokyo. Ukiyo-e, as depicted by renowned artists like Hokusai, Sharaku, and Hiroshige, is an art form that captivates the world. In this experience, a leading Ukiyo-e expert in Japan will guide you in how to appreciate and create these masterpieces. Don’t miss this rare opportunity. What You Will Gain from This Tour 1. Learn from a legendary Ukiyo-e artisan, renowned in museums like the British Museum, about how to appreciate and understand the designs of famous Ukiyo-e. 2. Experience Ukiyo-e making at Japan's oldest Ukiyo-e workshop under the guidance of "A Master of Traditional Craft." 3. Choose from 200 Ukiyo-e designs to purchase and take home a unique piece of art. You can make two ukiyo-e fans by coaching the real artisans Takahashi Kobo (Studio) is Japan's oldest and most prestigious ukiyo-e studio, with a history of over 160 years. Enjoy an authentic ukiyo-e-making experience with the real artisans at this studio.
Inclusions
- Two fans adorned with Ukiyo-e prints travelers have created.
- Experience creating ukiyo-e (creating fans) at Takahashi Studio
- English-speaking local guide
- Explanation of how to appreciate ukiyo-e by artisans
- One authentic ukiyo-e created by artisans (retail price around 20,000 yen)
- Flexible tour planning in English
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
