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Ikebana Workshop: Local Flower Art in Yanaka
5.0
55 Ratings
Taito City
Master Ikebana in Tokyo’s Yanaka. Choose seasonal flowers, learn step-by-step from experts, and capture your creation with a smile.
Master Ikebana in Tokyo’s Yanaka. Choose seasonal flowers, learn step-by-step from experts, and capture your creation with a smile.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Tourist Information & Culture Center YANESEN - Explore the Art of Ikebana in Tokyo’s Historic Yanaka District
Engage in the tranquil beauty of Japanese flower arrangement through a hands-on workshop guided by a master instructor, while connecting with the local Yanaka community.
Embrace Japanese Culture & Community
Enter Yanaka, one of Tokyo’s most…
- Tourist Information & Culture Center YANESEN - Explore the Art of Ikebana in Tokyo’s Historic Yanaka District
Engage in the tranquil beauty of Japanese flower arrangement through a hands-on workshop guided by a master instructor, while connecting with the local Yanaka community.
Embrace Japanese Culture & Community
Enter Yanaka, one of Tokyo’s most delightful and nostalgic neighborhoods, and learn Ikebana—the ancient Japanese art of flower arrangement. Beyond just arranging flowers, Ikebana is a practice of mindfulness, seasonal awareness, and artistic simplicity. In this intimate, private workshop, you’ll not only discover the principles of this traditional art form but also have the opportunity to interact with our welcoming neighbors, contribute to the local atmosphere, and experience genuine community hospitality.
Why This Experience is Unique
This workshop is more than just a cultural activity—it’s a way to become part of a vibrant neighborhood. By participating, you support local shops, artists, and traditions. You’ll experience the warmth of everyday Tokyo life—a side of the city many travelers overlook.
Feel free to take photos and share the beauty of your Ikebana and your Yanaka experience with the world.
What's Included
- English-speaking assistant
- Workshop with Ikebana master
- English-speaking assistant
- Workshop with Ikebana master
What's Not Included
- Please bring about 1000~2000yen in cash for buying fresh flowers for your final presentation!
- Please bring about 1000~2000yen in cash for buying fresh flowers for your final presentation!
Additional Information
What You’ll Experience
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Choose Your Flowers Locally
Visit a nearby flower shop in Yanaka to select seasonal flowers of your choice. This not only supports local businesses but also enhances your connection to the town’s daily life. -
Create Your Own Ikebana Arrangement
Guided by a professional Ikebana master and assisted by an…
What You’ll Experience
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Choose Your Flowers Locally
Visit a nearby flower shop in Yanaka to select seasonal flowers of your choice. This not only supports local businesses but also enhances your connection to the town’s daily life. -
Create Your Own Ikebana Arrangement
Guided by a professional Ikebana master and assisted by an English-speaking helper, you’ll learn to craft an arrangement that embodies both tradition and your personal style. -
Connect with the Yanaka Neighborhood
The workshop is crafted not just as a lesson, but as a gateway to the local community. Your involvement helps sustain the culture and economy of this historic area, and you might meet locals who drop by or assist with flower selection. -
Cultural Enrichment Through Interaction
Engage in a meaningful exchange with local residents, artists, and shopkeepers as part of this unique, heartwarming cultural experience.
Please bring ¥1,000 in cash to purchase flowers at the local shop.
Location
Tourist Information & Culture Center YANESEN
Location
Held at the YANESEN Tourist Information & Culture Center
 3-13-7 Yanaka, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Just a 4-minute walk from Sendagi Station
 7-minute walk from Nippori Station
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Nicole
Nov 9, 2025
Life and flowers - We loved this experience! It was very relaxing and something we can take back and do at home over and over again! They were so lovely and easy to work with! This is something I wouldn’t think to do but would recommend!
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G2783agclaudiac
Oct 27, 2025
Ikebana experience - Very good experience, very warm welcome, ideal to make good memories of a traditional experience
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Teen404
Oct 26, 2025
Great class to do with family or friends! - What a fantastic experience! My son and I absolutely loved Fujino-sensei’s Ohara-style flower arranging class. We learned the basics of this elegant Japanese art, then chose our own flowers to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind arrangements. Fujino-sensei was warm and patient, and Kennedy’s excellent English translation made everything easy to follow. It was relaxing, creative, and a wonderful way to connect with Japanese culture. We left with lovely arrangements and unforgettable memories. I highly recommend this class to anyone visiting Japan!
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230sarahh230
Oct 25, 2025
Ikebana lesson in Yanesen - A fantastic experience. Firstly Fuji sensei delivered a history lesson and demonstration of the style and artistic elements of ikebana. We had a quick shop at the local flower shop and then Fuji sensei guided me in producing my first ikebana arrangement. Watanabe san interpreted when required. Conducted in a beautiful space, a 5 star afternoon.
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Kathmilb
Oct 25, 2025
Enjoyable ikebana introduction - We really enjoyed this class. It was helpful to have someone translating what Fuji the teacher was saying. After telling us the rules we went and picked our flowers from the local florist and then made our arrangements.
The district around the studio is also a great place to explore.
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Chelsey_s
Oct 24, 2025
This was a lovely... - This was a lovely experience. Very peaceful and focused with just my partner and I and the instructors. The teaching space is above a cut cafe in a lovely area of town that's great to walk about in before and after. They give you some history of Ikebana before diving into hands on learning. The instructors were very kind and personable. Highly recommended!
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Quest45977444076
Oct 24, 2025
would recommend! - fuji san and kosa san were amazing! I went with my mother and partner and really enjoyed the experience. We were all able to create beautiful ikebana designs. Would recommend!
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Olivia_m
Oct 12, 2025
Great experience! - We had a lovely time. Great neighborhood. Went for lunch before. Easy to find. Hosts were wonderful women. The Ikebana instructor was very knowledgeable and informative without stopping creativity. The translator was also very warm and kind. My husband and I are creative types and like authentic experiences when traveling. This checked all the boxes. Make this part of your Tokyo experience.
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Caitlin_w
Oct 11, 2025
Highlight of our trip! - Such an amazing time! We learned a lot and met great people — our instructor & our translator were so fun and charming, they made this an experience we will never forget. I loved getting to meet the flower-shop owner too, picking our flowers, and making such unique arrangements. I was so taken with the whole thing, I bought a kenzan to keep making arrangements at home!
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Caitwo
Oct 8, 2025
Fantastic Evening with an Ikebana Master - We had the best time — a highlight of the trip so far — learning about ikebana, meeting the local flower shop owner, & choosing our flowers with our guides’ expert insight. Then we got to make our arrangements, putting to use all we’d learned so far. And what was wild was how different our two arrangements are, yet how perfectly they reflected our personalities — all while following the rules of this ancient, soothing, stunning art. I highly recommend this experience! It was 100% a great time.
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