Kyoto Insence handmaking workshop
Discover the art of incense making in Kyoto, just 10 minutes from Kinkakuji Temple. Blend natural ingredients like sandalwood and cinnamon, choose colors, and mold your incense into seasonal Japanese shapes such as cherry blossoms or maple leaves. Take home your one-of-a-kind creation as a souvenir or gift. English-friendly and perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers seeking a calm and creative cultural experience.
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Kyoto Insence handmaking workshop
What's included in Kyoto Insence handmaking workshop
(Subject to Option Inclusions)1. Welcome & Introduction (10 min) Our friendly staff will greet you and explain the steps of the workshop. You'll also learn about the history and unique characteristics of each natural aromatic ingredient used in traditional Japanese incense. 2. Fragrance Selection & Blending (15–20 min) Choose from 8 natural materials such as sandalwood, cinnamon, and frankincense. With guidance from our staff, you can blend your favorite scents to create your very own original fragrance. 3. Shaping & Molding (20–25 min) Shape your blended incense clay using molds inspired by Japanese motifs — such as cherry blossoms, plum flowers, or mountains. This part is fun and easy, even for children. 4. Drying & Finishing (10 min) Place your finished incense in a box to take home. After drying for 1–3 days, you can enjoy using it at home. Our staff will share tips on how to burn and store your incense properly.
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- We’re a 10-minute walk from Kinkakuji Temple and 3 minutes from Senbon Kuramaguchi bus stop. Walk east from the intersection, turn left at the first corner, and go 40 meters. Our 3-story house is on the left. Ring the “Hanakodo” doorbell and our staff will welcome you.
