Japan 2026

A collection of 151 places curated by Nienke

Japan

Places in this collection

  1. Kimono Kisasedo: kimono maken (Tokyo)

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    Japan, 〒111-0033 Tokyo, Taito City, Hanakawado, 1 Chome−2−2番6 4階 TOKYO

    Make a kimono to keep as a souvenir, costs 6500+ Yen, takes 1.5-2 hours, includes basic kimono, upgrade fee for better kimono and obi

    Kimono Kisasedo: kimono maken (Tokyo)View on Google Maps

  2. Kuoe Kyoto: eigen horloge maken (Kyoto)

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    Japan, 〒604-8071 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Eirakuchō, ２２４ とーべえビル １０５

    Making a watch at KUOE in Japan

    Kuoe Kyoto: eigen horloge maken (Kyoto)View on Google Maps

  3. glänta kamakura Work Shop

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    Japan, 〒248-0006 Kanagawa, Kamakura, Komachi, 2 Chome−2−16 1F

    Custom ring making experience where you can choose material, design, surface finish, and laser engraving. Engraved zodiac sign 'Tiger' in kanji.

    glänta kamakura Work ShopView on Google Maps

  4. SenNichiMae: keramiek souvenir (Osaka)

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    Nanbasennichimae, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0075, Japan

    Best tableware in Japan, plates $3, matcha maker $15, salt's house, pepper's house. You have to cover it by yourself.

    SenNichiMae: keramiek souvenir (Osaka)View on Google Maps

  5. BUB ACTIVITY CENTER Asakusa

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    Japan, 〒111-0032 Tokyo, Taito City, Asakusa, 2-chōme−6−１１ 平和ストアビル 5階

    Make your own Japanese knife. Promo code “NAOKI” for 10% off.

    BUB ACTIVITY CENTER AsakusaView on Google Maps

  6. 2nd STREET Harajuku

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    4-chōme-26-4 Jingūmae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

    The video describes Second Street as their absolute favorite vintage/second hand shop in Japan, with many good finds at reasonable prices. They specifically loved the Shijo-Kawaramachi Kyoto location.

    2nd STREET HarajukuView on Google Maps

  7. HARRY HARAJUKU terrace otter cafe

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    Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingumae, 4 Chome−26−5 ４２６ビル 3F

    Meet and interact with otters

    HARRY HARAJUKU terrace otter cafeView on Google Maps

  8. Osaka Station

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    3 Chome-1-1 Umeda, Kita Ward, Osaka, Japan

    The video shows a couple getting matching rings in Osaka.

    Osaka StationView on Google Maps

  9. COIN LUCK 東京店

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    Japan, 〒110-0015 Tokyo, Taito City, Higashiueno, 4 Chome−13−9 ＲＯＵＴＥ８９ ＢＬＤＧ． 3F

    Hands-on experience where you can forge a real vintage coin into a ring yourself. Over 10,000 coins from more than 50 countries to choose from. You punch a hole, heat it, and shape it step by step until a piece of currency transforms into something you can wear every day. You can even turn the centre of the coin into a pendant. Located near Ueno Station.

    COIN LUCK 東京店View on Google Maps

  10. Kanzashiya Wargo

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    478-6 Nakauoyacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8125, Japan

    They do hair for you and have the cutest selections of hair pins, which also make for a perfect gift.

    Kanzashiya WargoView on Google Maps

  11. glänta osaka shinsaibashi（手作り指輪・ペアリング）

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    2 Chome-3-21 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0085, Japan

    Hands-on spot where you can have rings crafted right there

    glänta osaka shinsaibashi（手作り指輪・ペアリング）View on Google Maps

  12. Chopstick making workshop in ginza

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    2 Chome-9-13 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan

    A hands-on activity where participants can make their own chopsticks.

    Chopstick making workshop in ginzaView on Google Maps

  13. Kitewa Wood Workshop

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    2-chome-3-21 B1 Suidou, Bunkyo City, Tokyo 112-0005, Japan

    Chopsticks making workshop, ¥3000

    Kitewa Wood WorkshopView on Google Maps

  14. 2nd Street Shijo-Kawaramachi

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    Japan, 〒604-8042 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Nakanochō, ５３８−１ 京極東宝ﾋﾞﾙ 2F

    This specific location of Second Street was highlighted as their favorite.

    2nd Street Shijo-KawaramachiView on Google Maps

  15. Samurai workshop (Tokyo)

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    Japan, 〒194-0013 Tokyo, Machida, Haramachida, 3 Chome−14−14 3Ｆ 戸山流本部道場 戸山流備前会

    A samurai class taught by a descendant of a real samurai, where participants learned about swords, archery, and wore traditional samurai clothing.

    Samurai workshop (Tokyo)View on Google Maps

  16. Wood Works Kawagoe: stokjes maken (Kawagoe: dagtrip van Tokyo)

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    Japan, 〒350-0063 Saitama, Kawagoe, Saiwaichō, １４−３

    A place where you can make your own chopsticks, described as a fun, well-organized, and clearly explained experience.

    Wood Works Kawagoe: stokjes maken (Kawagoe: dagtrip van Tokyo)View on Google Maps

  17. Hiseki: ring van munt (Tokyo & Osaka)

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    Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingumae, 1 Chome−15−1 Via, １０４

    Shop where you can create a jewelry set out of a coin

    Hiseki: ring van munt (Tokyo & Osaka)View on Google Maps

  18. Levi's Osaka Store

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    1 Chome-6-8 Nishishinsaibashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0086, Japan

    Customized denim jeans with city-specific embroidery, a unique souvenir from Japan

    Levi's Osaka StoreView on Google Maps

  19. Garden Shinsaibashi

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    Ts Build, 1 Chome-10-17 Nishishinsaibashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0086, Japan

    Classic beautiful designs

    Garden ShinsaibashiView on Google Maps

  20. Glänta Kyoto Sanjo: ring maken

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    Japan, 〒604-8004 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Nakajimachō, 三条通河原町 東入中島町87番地 1F

    Shop for customizable rings, staff can help translate into Japanese, process takes about 15 minutes

    Glänta Kyoto Sanjo: ring makenView on Google Maps