Beginner-friendly with full support, so anyone can create an authentic bamboo lantern.
Light it up and capture the moment—soft bamboo light perfect for photos.
Not just a workshop—take home a lantern you can enjoy long after your trip.
Easy to fit into your itinerary—enjoy a rewarding craft experience in a short time.
Family-friendly and safe, a hands-on bamboo lantern experience parents and kids can enjoy together.
Light up a gentle bamboo glow together and share a quiet, romantic moment in Nara.
Perfect for anniversaries—handcrafted memories you can take home.
Touch Japanese bamboo and create light—an unforgettable hands-on cultural experience.
Go beyond sightseeing and experience Japanese culture with your own hands.
Smell the bamboo, feel the texture, and enjoy the warm light—a five-sense experience in Nara.
Take home a piece of your journey in the form of light.
No experience needed—feel the joy and satisfaction of creating something yourself.
１．Introduction and Design Guidance The instructor explains the characteristics of bamboo lanterns and shows design examples. Participants are free to choose their own pattern. ２．Preparing the Bamboo and Drawing the Design Participants draw their design directly onto pre-processed bamboo. Sample patterns are available for those who prefer guidance. ３．Drilling and Crafting Process Using electric tools, participants carefully drill holes following their design. Staff members provide full support to ensure a safe and comfortable experience. ４．Finishing and Lighting the Lantern An LED light is placed inside the lantern to complete the piece. Participants can enjoy the warm light shining through the bamboo immediately. Additional Details Duration: Approximately 60 minutes Suitable for: Ages 7 and up No prior experience required All materials provided Finished lantern can be taken home on the same day
Exit Kintetsu Nara Station from Exit 4 and walk straight south along Konishi Sakura-dori Shopping Street for about 3 minutes. The workshop venue is on the 5th floor of the building with Sundrug (Iseya Building). If you have any trouble finding the location, please feel free to contact us.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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