Japanese Ceramics Workshop: Handicraft Experience in Traditional Osaka Studio
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17 Ratings
Osaka
Immerse yourself in Japanese culture at our Osaka ceramics workshop. Choose from sake sets, tea bowls, or sushi sets. Learn the art of pottery in a traditional setting.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • 2-chōme-7-17 Ikunohigashi - In the workshop, we will made ceramic related to Japanese gastronomy with clay. You can choose between the following options:

-sake set (small bottle and glass)
-sushi set (sushi plate and chopstick holder)
-chawan for tea

  • It takes about 1 month and a half to ship your pottery. (Shipping fee is not included)

During the workshop, Anna, Ryo and our team will talk about Japanese culture. Participants will receive as a souvenir a small plate for sushi (decorated with traditional glazw) and a chopstick holder in the shape of a sakura flower made by Anna. If desired, the pieces made during the workshop can be sent to the participant’s home (shipping costs are not included).

The workshops are given in Spanish, Catalan or English. Unlike the other experiences related to ceramics, this is the only one that is held in Spanish or Catalan.

The building is a century-old two-storey house in the south of Osaka. It is located next to a street lined with shops selling local food. The visit to the workshop is an immersion into the Japan of the Showa era. In this non-touristy area, the walk from the station to the studio shows a real Osaka that you won’t find in the guidebooks.

What's Included
  • Japanese traditional small dish creation
  • Sakura-shaped chopsticks rest
  • All taxes included
  • Choice of Japanese green tea, coffee, or water
  • Firing fee covered
  • All material costs included
  • Expert instruction
What's Not Included
  • Shipping fee
Additional Information

Partake in a pottery workshop in Osaka, taught by a multilingual potter fluent in English, Spanish and Catalan, along with Japanese. Amidst conversations about Japanese cuisine and culture, guests can learn how pottery is traditionally made in Japan.

You can select from the following workshop plans:

  • Crafting a sake set (sake bottle and cup)
  • Making a chawan (tea bowl)
  • Creating a sushi set (plate and chopsticks holder)

■Craft a memento of your visit to Japan
■Relish the study of ceramics under an instructor educated in Osaka and Barcelona.
■Indulge in a private session tailored just for you.
■The cost covers a handcrafted miniature dish and a chopsticks holder, built using traditional Japanese designs and materials, which is ready for you to take home upon your visit to the studio.
■ Engage in traditional artistry while discussing Japanese culture.

The workshop takes place in a century-old house constructed from wood and clay, maintaining the traditional Osaka architecture prevalent before World War II.

The workshop can accommodate up to 5 participants.

Location
Teradachō Station
We will meet at JR TERADACHO station, NORTH EXIT. You will be able to find us because we will be carrying a sign with the name of the studio, CERAMICS TOCOTON.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Margaret_s
Mar 9, 2024
A don’t miss experience!! - The class was fun and it was presented well by Anna. We had great instruction and Anna is very knowledgeable and made it memorable. She’s talented and wants to share her love of pottery.
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Christal_s
Dec 10, 2023
Our workshop with Anna and Ryo was wonderful - We had a great experience with Anna and Ryo. We were picked up at the train station by Ryo and got to see a more residential side of Osaka that was a contrast to the tourist spaces. The studio was warm and inviting and Anna was a great instructor. She was warm and encouraging for a couple of newbies. It was a lot of fun to choose and make our own pieces and to see Anna’s finished work. We also enjoyed chatting with them about their life in Japan and Spain and our experiences in America. They are wonderful people and I highly recommend this workshop to anyone with an interest in ceramics.
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Linda_s
Nov 20, 2023
Sign up for this gem of a class ! - Anna was wonderful. She met us at the destination place and walked us through a covered market owned by locals, which was a refreshing sight compared to the markets in Namba. Her studio was in a small Japanese style home and felt perfect for what we were about to learn and create. This was really a fun and rewarding experience. Anna's assistant, Fanny, was absolutely a delight. Make sure to ask Anna if you can view her work in her upstairs studio. It's worth it the 'dicey' steps going up. This was a great part of our trip !
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Kathera_s
Oct 26, 2023
Must do! - This experience was amazing! Anna was so nice and informative! She made the experience so much fun and really encouraged you to make the piece your own. She was wonderful to talk with and even helped me out by telling me about some places I could visit nearby. I definitely recommend this experience! It was amazing and I can't wait to get my pieces in a few months and be reminded of it all!!
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355athenam
Oct 14, 2023
Fun activity to do in Osaka - I enjoyed my first Japanese ceramics experience. Anna was a great teacher and went over all the different techniques with me patiently. I was able to make a chawan with Anna’s guidance and can’t wait to use it when I go back home. Thank you so much for such a fun experience.
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Sam
Sep 29, 2023
Great people and great pottery - Anna, Ryo, & June were very fun to spend time with and learn from. So happy with the pieces we made!
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784marnid
Sep 29, 2023
Awesome experience, beautiful people, 100% recommend! - Absolutely loved this experience! Ryo and Anna are such beautiful people! I was running late to for the pickup and panicking - Ryo waited 10+ minutes as I ran around trying to find the right spot😅 I loved learning about not just the process of making the ceramics, but also what each part was and it’s culinary meaning. Anna was an excellent teacher, but also gave me the opportunity to experiment and try play with the clay myself. Their shop is adorable, and I bought a piece afterwards as a gift for a friend. The neighbourhood is great as well - much more local and relaxed than the big tourist districts, and it was fun to go wandering afterwards. Ryo and Anna gave me recommendations around Osaka and Kyoto as well!! Overall a highlight of my trip so far, and will definitely be recommending it to friends and family! Can’t wait for my sake bottle and cup to arrive at home! Ryo also took excellent candid shots during for great memories!
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Jonathansr9365xv
Aug 1, 2023
Fun and fun - Anna and Ryo are fantastic people, very nice, we had a wonderful and funny experience. No need to be a specialist, Anna explain everything in a simple way and their joy are communicative. It was a unforgettable moment and we recommend this experience to all !
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Sebastian_b
Jul 11, 2023
Thank you! - We had a really good time. Anna and Ryo is pleasent and passionate people, and they took great care of us. We can't wait to see the results! We hope we have the chance to come again.
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Jet787142
Jun 9, 2023
Hospitality at Its Finest! - Love, love, loved this Japanese Ceramic class!!! Both Anna and Ryo was amazing! As a solo traveler and first time ceramic participant, I did not know really what to expect. I wanted something educational, relaxing, different, and fun. This met and exceeded all of my expectations! Anna was so knowledgable, patient, and so creative. Ryo was so enjoyable, full of high energy, and was a great complement to Anna. They both were so hospitable and although I was the only participant for that class, it was like being amongst friends and having so much fun! I highly recommend this class to everyone and when I return to Osaka next year, my sister is excited to be joining me as well! I truly appreciate the friendship of these two wonderful people and look forward to seeing them again!
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