
Japanese paper Notebook and Mizuhiki Belt and bookmark Workshop
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Is Japanese paper Notebook and Mizuhiki Belt and bookmark Workshop worth booking?
Japanese paper Notebook and Mizuhiki Belt and bookmark Workshop is a 2.5-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $17550 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (6)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $17550 per person
In the workshop, participants will make their own original notebooks using Japanese traditional crafts "Washi" and "Mizuhiki". The following experiences are available ・Washi Notebook Making Experience: Choose your favor
What you get
- Friendly instructor
- Tea and coffee
- Required materials for the workshop
About this experience
In the workshop, participants will make their own original notebooks using Japanese traditional crafts "Washi" and "Mizuhiki". The following experiences are available ・Washi Notebook Making Experience: Choose your favorite Washi paper and make an A6(105 x 148.5 mm / 4.1 x 5.8 inches). size notebook with a cover. The finished size is 120 x 170 mm (4.8 x 6.7 inches) . ・Mizuhiki knotting experience: Make a notebook belt and bookmark while learning the 3 knots. Mizuhiki is a traditional paper string that has been used for about 680 years. This is still an essential part of the wedding and funeral ceremonies in Japan today. Guided by expert instructors, you’ll create beautiful and meaningful keepsakes, choosing from a vibrant array of colors and designs. Immerse in the elegance of washi, crafting not just a notebook but embracing a piece of traditional Japanese culture.
What's included
Included
- Friendly instructor
- Tea and coffee
- Required materials for the workshop
Not included
- Private transportation
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
A 5-minute walk from Shin-Okachimachi station A 10-minute walk from Okachimachi station A 15-minute walk from Ueno station My store is very close to the Satake shopping street.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
A 5-minute walk from Shin-Okachimachi station A 10-minute walk from Okachimachi station A 15-minute walk from Ueno station My store is very close to the Satake shopping street.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ja, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- 和紙ラボTOKYO
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- There is a cat in my workshop. Please inform us if you have any allergies.
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Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Japanese paper Notebook and Mizuhiki Belt and bookmark Workshop. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Notebook workshop
It was really good! Kami-chan was so cute and the presenter was kind and clearly loved what she was teaching!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. It truly means a lot to me and encourages me to keep creating new workshops. How do you like the notebook you made? I hope you'll fill it with memories of your time in Tokyo by keeping postcards, tickets, brochures, and other souvenirs you collect, and by writing about your experiences along the way. Kamichan, our mascot cat, and I look forward to seeing you again the next time you visit!
via Tripadvisor
paper craft culture and a cat
lovely morning, went so fast. meet famous youtube cat kami. we made an amazing notebook with washi paper . felt very welcomed. we now have a great memory of Japan to take home.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your wonderful review. It truly encourages me and means a lot. Have you been writing down your memories of Japan in the notebook you made? Mizuhiki knotting can feel a little confusing at first, but with practice, you'll find that you can tie beautiful knots more quickly and confidently each time. My mascot cat and I look forward to seeing you again someday! 🐾😊✨ Japanese paper Notebook and Mizuhiki Belt and bookmark Workshop チリからEugenia が参加。 彼女は、ハンドクラフト、猫、紙が大好きということでこのワークショップに申し込んでくれました。 表紙は、日本らしい招き猫柄 (ちなみに裏側は桜柄をチョイス) 表紙、裏紙、中表紙、ノートページ全て和紙でそろえております。 (表紙は当ショップの手すき和紙をデザインしたものです) 彼女はとても楽しそうに制作していきました。 水引結びにもとても興味があったそうで、夢中になって3つの結びをマスター。 完成したノートブックもとても愛おしく眺めていました。 最後は、大好きな看板猫かみちゃんへのおやつタイム。 静かに見守っていたかみちゃんもおやつが貰えるのが分かると彼女のそばで待機。 彼女にとって素敵なひと時が過ごせたら嬉しいです。 Japanese Paper Notebook and Mizuhiki Bookmark Workshop 🇨🇱📖🐾 Eugenia from Chile joined our workshop! She signed up because she loves handcrafts, cats, and paper—a perfect combination for a visit to our studio. For her notebook cover, she chose a traditional Japanese maneki-neko (lucky cat) design. For the back cover, she selected a beautiful cherry blossom pattern. The notebook is made entirely with washi paper—from the cover and endpapers to the notebook pages themselves. (The cover paper features a design created from handmade washi produced in our workshop.) Eugenia enjoyed every step of the creative process and worked with great enthusiasm. She was especially interested in mizuhiki knotting and quickly became absorbed in learning the techniques. By the end of the workshop, she had successfully mastered three different knots. When her notebook was finally complete, she spent a few moments admiring it with a smile. It was wonderful to see how much she appreciated her handmade creation. The workshop ended with everyone's favorite activity—treat time with our mascot cat, Kami-chan! 🐱✨ Kami-chan had been quietly watching over the workshop from a distance, but as soon as she realized treats were coming, she hurried over and waited patiently beside Eugenia. We hope she had a truly special and memorable experience, filled with creativity, Japanese craftsmanship, and time spent with a friendly cat. Kami-chan and I look forward to welcoming her back again someday! 🌸📖🐾✨ English Translation Thank you for your message. It has already been more than two months since you joined my workshop. Time flies! I remember having many enjoyable conversations with you during your visit. Have you already returned home? If you would like, I can send your hat to you. Please let me know your mailing address and phone number, and I will arrange the shipment. I look forward to hearing from you. 😊🎩📦🐾 私のワークショップに申し込んでくれてどうもありがとう。 素敵な和紙を作りましょう。 このワークショップには2つのメニューが含まれています。 *手すき和紙を2枚作る→変更なし *私の店の周りにある神社やお店を巡る短時間のツアー →ただし、天候によって困難が場合があります。 そこで、他のメニューに変えることができます。 水引結びや和紙で折り紙などをしたりなど他のものを作ることができます。 当日、何を希望するかを質問します。 (和紙作りは変更なく作ることができます) 私の店には猫がおります。 アレルギーや苦手な場合、ゲージに入れたり別室に移動しますので、事前に教えてください。 また、和紙が完成した後に特別なお茶と和菓子を提供する予定です。 食べられない物や嫌いなものがありましたら併せて事前に教えてください。 あなたに会えるのを楽しみにしています。 English Translation Thank you very much for signing up for my workshop. Let's make some beautiful washi paper together! This workshop includes two activities: • Make two sheets of handmade washi paper → This part of the workshop will remain unchanged. • A short walking tour of nearby shrines and local shops around my studio → However, this may not be possible depending on the weather conditions. If the weather makes the tour difficult, you can choose an alternative activity instead. For example, you can try mizuhiki knotting, make washi origami, or create other Japanese crafts. I will ask what you would like to do on the day of the workshop. (You will still be able to make handmade washi paper regardless of the weather.) There is a cat in my studio. 🐾 If you have allergies or are uncomfortable around cats, please let me know in advance. I can keep the cat in a cage or move her to another room. After your washi paper is finished, I plan to serve a special tea and traditional Japanese sweets. If you have any food allergies, dietary restrictions, or foods you dislike, please let me know beforehand as well. I am looking forward to meeting you! 😊✨ 本日は、ワークショップにご参加頂きまして誠にありがとうございます。 私が撮った写真をお送りします。 改めて自分で作ったノートブックや水引結びはいかがでしたでしょうか? 感想をレビューで送って頂けると嬉しいです。 水引結びもメールマガジンで復習できる限定動画も紹介していますので、沢山練習してみてください。 今後もポイントなどを定期的に紹介していきますね。 かみちゃんに実際に会えていかがでしたか? 私のyoutubeでいろんなかみちゃんを紹介していますので、ぜひご覧ください。 これからもぜひかみちゃんに会いに遊びにいらしてくれるのを心から楽しみにしています。 いつまで滞在予定ですか? (ドン・キホーテには無事にたどり着けましたか?) 残りの日本旅行も無事に楽しめることを祈っております。 English Translation Thank you very much for joining the workshop today. I am sending you the photos I took. How did you like the notebook and mizuhiki knots that you made? I would be delighted if you could share your thoughts in a review. Your feedback would be a great encouragement to me. I also share exclusive tutorial videos through my email newsletter, where you can review and practice mizuhiki knotting. I hope you will continue practicing and enjoy improving your skills. I will continue to share tips and techniques regularly in future newsletters as well. What was it like meeting Kami-chan in person? 🐾 I have many videos featuring Kami-chan on my YouTube channel, so I hope you'll enjoy watching them. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you back to visit Kami-chan again someday. How long will you be staying in Japan? (And were you able to find your way to Don Quijote without any trouble?) I hope you enjoy the rest of your trip and have a wonderful time exploring Japan. ✨🇯🇵🐱
via Tripadvisor
So Much Fun!
This was a lot of fun and our host was so knowledgeable and such a great teacher. Also, Kami was there to observe we did everything properly.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your wonderful review. (And I’m sorry for my late reply...) Have you had a chance to fill your notebook with lots of memories from Japan? I also hope you will continue practicing mizuhiki knotting and make gifts for your family and friends. My mascot cat and I are looking forward to seeing you again someday! 🐾😊✨
via Viator
Absolutely the best!
Really enjoyed the workshop where you get hands on creation of a small notebook and different items using the mizuhiki cords. You get to make your own multiple choices of paper and colors of cords, giving you plenty of opportunity to tap into your creativity. Unfortunately my hands fumbled around with the mizuhiki cords but Kaho-san was so kind and patient. Highly recommend this workshop if you want to combine your interest in Japanese crafts along with a hands on experience.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review that makes me happy. It makes me confident.The mizuhiki knotting may have been a little difficult, but I’m very happy and relieved that you were able to complete such a beautiful notebook. Please write down your memories of Tokyo and Japan in your notebook and proudly share it with your friends and family. When you come to Tokyo again, my mascot cat and I will be looking forward to seeing you!
via Viator
A charming way to spend the morning
I had a wonderful time learning to tie multiple mizuhiki knots and making a notebook from scratch. It was fun to choose all of the materials and I especially appreciated the small class size -- and, notably, it was possible to book this class as an individual participant without having to pay for a "two participant minimum," which I noticed was common for other similar classes. This was a charming class, and I purchased additional materials when I left so that I can make more knots and show friends back home.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for sending your review. I was very happy that you took an interest in mizuhiki knot tying. This workshop is designed for a small group so that everyone can work carefully and at a relaxed pace until completion. I would be delighted if you could draw or write your memories from Japan in the notebook you made and proudly share it with the people around you. If you have any questions about mizuhiki, please feel free to contact me anytime. I look forward to seeing you again together with our mascot cat. 🐾
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
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Japanese paper Notebook and Mizuhiki Belt and bookmark Workshop: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Japanese paper Notebook and Mizuhiki Belt and bookmark Workshop cost?
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Prices start at $17550 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Japanese paper Notebook and Mizuhiki Belt and bookmark Workshop take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.
Is Japanese paper Notebook and Mizuhiki Belt and bookmark Workshop worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Japanese paper Notebook and Mizuhiki Belt and bookmark Workshop?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Japanese paper Notebook and Mizuhiki Belt and bookmark Workshop suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Japanese paper Notebook and Mizuhiki Belt and bookmark Workshop?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Japanese paper Notebook and Mizuhiki Belt and bookmark Workshop start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tokyo?
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Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
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Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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