Top Hiroshima Prefecture Art & Culture Classes

You can learn the Japanese traditional instrument, the koto, in English only at our store nationwide in Japan. In a 90-minute session, you can learn the basics, history, and culture of the koto, and by the end, you'll be able to play the representative piece, "Sakura." The instructor is English native speaker, so you don't have any problem to talk to him. This is the perfect choice for those who want to learn about Japanese traditional culture.

Experience the charm of Japanese fashion as you slip into a high-quality furisode, a unique type of luxury kimono.

There are a lot of temples and shrines in Japan and sell all the different kind of amulets. But never to offer how to make it. At okeikoJapan, you will learn how it is made and make the one in the world origunal amulet of your own. Also you will learn the basic manner in the temple. Our location is a little off from the tourist spot, so everyone will enjoy quiet and peaceful atmosphere of the temple. Temple is surrounded by full of nature.

A workshop and lacquer experience with Hiroshima's foremost artist Naoya Takayama. He pursues Japanese beauty while exploring new ways to pass on tradition by applying the lacquering craftsmanship honed at Hiroshima Buddhist altars to the tableware we use every day. Let's get a chance to learn the origins and techniques of the traditional craft Hiroshima Buddhist altar by his instruction and have an experience of Lacquer painting! About the tour instructor: Naoya Takayama He learned the traditional techniques of Kyoto lacquer painting, further refined his lacquering skills, and incorporated the roiro (wax color) technique to create highly original pieces. Inheriting the skills and spirit of Kiyoshi Takayama, the founder of the company, for traditional techniques, he has received numerous awards and his works were selected as a gift at the G7 Summit. Lacquerware for everyday use uses only natural materials and expresses the refined texture of lacquering.

You can experience not only kimono, but also ninja, samurai, and real Japanese armor helmets. Of course, you can also take pictures wearing them. 2 minutes walk to Shukkeien Garden, which is famous for its Japanese gardens. It's a 5-minute walk to Hiroshima Castle and Gokoku Shrine. There are many Japanese photography spots nearby. It's close to downtown Hiroshima, and very convenient to go anywhere.