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Tokyo Master Class — Japanese Craft Heritage

Lacquerware · Yuzen Dyeing · Calligraphy · Washi Paper — An Immersive Journey with Living National Treasures at Yokohama College of Arts

14 Days / 13 Nights
Max 20 Travelers
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A Transformative Journey into
Japanese Craft Heritage

Immerse yourself in Japan's most revered traditional crafts — lacquerware maki-e, katazome yuzen dyeing, traditional calligraphy, and washi paper art — taught by living national treasures at the prestigious Yokohama College of Arts.

The Tokyo Master Class offers an unparalleled opportunity to learn from Japan's finest master craftsmen. From the intricate world of lacquerware maki-e by Living National Treasure Mitsumura Jun (three generations of heritage), to katazome dyeing under YCAD President Kato Ryoji, to calligraphy with Nijo Takatoki — each discipline opens a door into centuries of Japanese aesthetic philosophy.

Beyond the workshop, journey through Tokyo National Museum, the National Museum of Western Art, Mount Fuji, Sensoji Temple, and Tokyo Skytree. Receive an official certificate from Yokohama College of Arts upon completion. This is more than a course — it is a life-enriching cultural odyssey.

National Treasure Masters

Learn from Tomura Yujiro (lacquerware), Kato Ryōji (katazome), and Nyoiji (shodo).

Yokohama Art College

Official program at Yokohama College of Art and Design. Certificate upon completion.

Cultural Immersion

Mt. Fuji, Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo Skytree, and Ghibli Museum visits.

Accommodation

Tokyo hotel (4-star). Walking distance to major attractions and train stations.

Meals Included

Daily breakfast, 6 lunches, 6 dinners including kaiseki and ramen experiences.

Duration

14 days / 13 nights. November departure.

Group Size

Maximum 12 travelers for intimate master instruction.

Day by Day
Itinerary

A carefully curated sequence of experiences.

Day 1

Arrival in Yokohama, Japan

Arrive and settle into accommodation.
Arrival & Check-in
Day 2

Yokohama University of Art and Design Orientation & Museum Visit

Join an art orientation program at YUAD. Visit the Silk Museum.
University Orientation Silk Museum Visit
Day 3

YUAD Ceremony & Courses

Attend the opening ceremony and specialized art courses on Kata-yuzen dyeing.
Opening Ceremony Kata-yuzen dyeing Courses
Day 4

Kata-yuzen dyeing Workshop & Lecture

Attend art courses and have the dyeing lecture and art practice.
Dyeing Lecture Art Practice
Day 5

Art Presentation & Certificate Award

Deliver individual art presentations, receive tutor feedback, and get certificates.
Art Presentation Certificate Award
Day 6

Cultural Immersion in Chiba

Explore Chiba's art and cultural sites.
Chiba Cultural Exploration
Day 7

Independent exploration in Tokyo

Enjoy free time in Tokyo.
Day 8

Tokyo Welfare & Medical Visit

Visit welfare center and medical center.
Welfare Center Visit Medical Center Visit
Day 9

Kyoto University of the Arts Opening

Attend the opening ceremony and art history & contemporary art lectures.
Opening Ceremony Art Lectures
Day 10

Art Workshop & Museum Visit

Attend hands-on art workshop. Visit the Tokyo National Museum.
Art Workshop Practice Tokyo National Museum Visit
Day 11

Mitamura Lacquerware Studio

Visit the Mitamura Family Lacquerware Studio. Join the master workshop and finish handcraft process Part 1.
Lacquer Studio Visit Handcraft Workshop Part 1
Day 12

Lacquerware & Washi Workshops

Continue Lacquerware & Washi Workshops.
Handcraft Continuation
Day 13

Award Ceremony

Attend the master workshop review, final presentation, certificate award.
Final Critique Award Ceremony
Day 14

Return to China

Depart from Japan and return to China, concluding the study tour.
Program Completion

Program Included

What's Included

  • 13 nights in 4-star hotel
  • Daily breakfast, and weekday lunches
  • All workshop materials and tools
  • National Treasure master instruction
  • YCAD certificate
  • All museum admissions and transportation
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