What is rakusui paper?

Rakusui means dripping water in Japanese. Water is applied while the sheet is being made, leaving small holes across the surface that give it a distinctive texture when you hold it up to the light. Plan A includes one full-size sheet.

How many designs can I choose from in Plan B?

Plan B offers over 100 variations of colored and patterned Japanese paper, including rakusui paper and thin paper. You attach your chosen designs to the white washi postcards you have just made.

Why is washi used to restore cultural artifacts?

Washi is thin and delicate but exceptionally durable, which makes it well suited to repairing valuable cultural artifacts. That combination is part of why the craft has lasted for over 1,000 years.

Do I get to keep what I make?

Yes. The session closes with your finished pieces wrapped up so you can carry them home.

Can I buy washi products at the workshop?

Yes. The shop displays a wide variety of washi artworks and products, which make good souvenirs to take home or give as gifts.

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A person holds a wooden frame with four sections over a vat of water, demonstrating a traditional papermaking process.

A person in a red shirt holds a wooden frame with a mesh screen, displaying four sheets of freshly made, wet paper during a papermaking process.

A sheet of handmade, textured paper with a lacy, net-like pattern lies on a wooden surface beside three small, rectangular sheets of plain beige paper.

A pen rests on a folded paper atop a wooden desk, with folders, a vintage camera, and a small black cat figurine in the background.

A person arranges colorful autumn leaves on wet paper inside a wooden frame, possibly making handmade paper; buckets with plant materials are nearby.

Tokyo

Washi Paper Making Workshop in Historic Asakusa

English, Japanese

1 hour

(16)

Make your own washi, Japan's traditional handmade paper, at a workshop in Tokyo's historic Asakusa district. Learn a craft with over 1,000 years of history and take home the postcards you formed by hand, plus rakusui paper or colored designs depending on your plan.

4 washi postcards (all plans)
1 full-size rakusui paper (Plan A)
4 colored papers for decorating (Plan B)

What's not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Plan A takes 60 to 90 minutes and adds a full-size rakusui paper.
Plan B takes 45 to 60 minutes and adds colored paper decorations.
Plan C takes 30 to 40 minutes and suits families or tight schedules.
The workshop is rated easy and open to guests aged 5 and over.
Plan A takes up to 4 guests per booking, Plans B and C up to 6.
Simple aprons are provided, but washi fibers may still stick to your clothes.
Wear short sleeves or sleeves you can roll up easily.
You will place your hands into water-filled papermaking trays during the workshop.
We recommend removing any jewelry from your hands before you start.
Japanese is also listed, so confirm non-English support with us in advance.

Meet directly at this location to join the tour

Watashino, 2F 1-32-11 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo

Cancel more than 360 hours before the start time for a full refund.
From 360 hours before the start time until 120 hours before the start time, cancellation costs 20%.
From 120 hours before the start time until 48 hours before the start time, cancellation costs 50%.
Cancellations within 48 hours of the start time are non-refundable.

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Washi Paper Making Workshop in Historic Asakusa

16 reviews

1/1

Wonderful experience!

Wonderful experience. I was the only person in the session and the guide was so kind and informative and thorough in her instruction. I definitely recommend this experience!

Leanne C

September 16, 2026

Highly recommend, great family activity!

Such a fun experience! Great to do with kids. It was quick and easy and the paper is so beautiful! Also they had a lot of other great items to purchase as gifts for friends and family. Located in a really fun part with shops and food! Highly reecommend!

Dana H

June 4, 2026

Leanne C

September 16, 2026

Wonderful experience!

Wonderful experience. I was the only person in the session and the guide was so kind and informative and thorough in her instruction. I definitely recommend this experience!

Dana H

June 4, 2026

Highly recommend, great family activity!

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Watashino

2F, 1-32-11 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo

Experience traditional Japanese paper-making in a hands-on workshop, where you will learn about the history of washi and create your own unique paper pieces.