Japanese Culture Workshop Matsuri 2025

Real Japan Culture Workshop

Date: Sun 10th August, 2025
Time: 10:00-16:00
Venue:JAPANEASY (L1, 183 Exhibition Street)

 

Learn about and have a try at Japanese arts and crafts, food and dress, in a day of fun workshops by professional Japanese artists.

Featuring Japanese traditional and modern culture.

Class-sizes are limited and bookings are recommended. This is a family friendly event.

Please book through the link to join workshops, the seats for these classes are limited. All bookings will open on Thu 10th July 2025 at 12pm.

You can also walk in on that day and join the workshop without booking, however, we recommend to book online beforehand to secure your seats.

More information is coming soon!

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Japanese Culture Workshop Matsuri 2025

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Matcha Workshop — Grind, Whisk & Sip your matcha

Matcha Workshop — Grind, Whisk & Sip your matcha

抹茶石臼体験ワークショップ

 

Ever wondered how matcha is made? Step into the calming world of Japanese tea culture with this hands-on workshop. From grinding premium tea leaves on a traditional stone mill to whisking your own vibrant matcha, you will get to experience the full journey—from leaf to tea bowl.
伝統的な石臼を使って茶葉を挽き、自分で抹茶を点ててみませんか?
What’s Included:
  • Lesson on how to whisk matcha the right way
  • Hands-on stone mill experience*
  • Whisk and enjoy freshly ground matcha
  • A small traditional Japanese sweet to pair with your tea
*One mill shared between participants per session—but rest assured, there’s plenty of hands-on experience for everyone!
Session Schedule:
  • 10:00–11:00
  • 11:30–12:30
  • 13:00–14:00
  • 14:30–15:30
Max 4 participants per session
Price: $54 + GST
All ages and levels welcome.
初心者の方から抹茶好きの方まで、年齢問わずどなたでもご参加いただけます

Paper Kokeshi Doll Workshop by Kanomi – Yukata.Ya

In this workshop, we’ll be crafting beautiful Japanese paper dolls inspired by Kokeshi — traditional wooden folk dolls from Japan.

We’ll be using basic Japanese paper doll-making techniques to craft beautiful Kokeshi-style paper dolls.

By the end of the session, you will have your own petite, 12cm tall Paper Kokeshi that can stand independently.

This is a fun and creative hands-on activity in a small, intimate class setting — perfect for anyone aged 12 and up.

What’s included:

  • all Material  are provided
  • your own masterpieces, shared memories to take home!
  • glass jar for you to display and safeguard your paper doll

Duration 1.5h
Regular Price $65
Early bird (7/10-7/20) gets $5 off!
Group booking discount available – bring your friends!

Session time:
10:30am-12:00pm
12:30pm-2:00pm
Max 6 participants per session

instagram: @yukata.ya

Booking Information

Shiori Ningyo Bookmark Doll Workshop by Kanomi – Yukata.Ya

Come join us for a fun and creative workshop where you’ll make your very own Shiori Ningyo — a unique type of Japanese paper doll known as a ‘bookmark doll’.

In this class, we will explore the basic techniques of Japanese paper-doll making to bring a charming little Shiori Ningyo to life. Once your doll takes shape, we’ll pop it into a paper frame to take home.

This workshop is great for anyone aged 7 and up — perfect for both kids and adults! So bring along your little artists and come enjoy a fun, creative weekend activity together.

What’s included:

  • all Materials are provided
  • your own masterpieces, shared memories to take home!
  • a paper frame and a little easel to proudly display your paper doll.

Duration 1h
Regular price $45
Early bird (7/10-7/20) gets $5 off!
Group booking discount available – bring your friends!

Session time:
2:30pm-3:30pm
Max 6 participants

instagram: @yukata.ya

Booking Information

Japanese ceramic design workshop

Japanese ceramic design workshop :陶芸絵付けデザイン体験 

Let’s have fun decorating ceramics!

In this workshop, you can create your own original ceramic tea bowl, travel cup, or a pair of mini bowl. Each session offers a different item to make, so please choose the one you’d like to create and join accordingly. You’ll be decorating a bisque-fired piece handcrafted by Naoko in her own studio, using underglaze colors and a beautiful selection of handmade tissue transfers imported directly from Japan. Your creation will be professionally glazed, fired and delivered back to Japaneasy (or if you’d prefer, have it delivered to your home at the cost of shipping) around 4 weeks later, ready to use or gift to someone special!

age: 7+

*Session time

Session 1 : 10:00 – 10:50 (travel cup)

Session 2 : 11:30 – 12:20 (matcha tea bowl)

Session 3 : 13:00 – 13:50 (Mini bowl x 2)

 

*workshop fee

1.travel cup $82

2. matcha tea bowl $85

3. Mamezara (mini bowl x2) $82

 

Cost of all materials and firing fee is included.

Japanese Pottery Workshop

Japanese Pottery Workshop

In this workshop, you will learn how to make Japanese style pottery to create a cup and a mini bowl. Naoko will provide all the tools and clay. Your cup and mini bowl will be professionally trimmed, fired, glazed, and delivered back to Japaneasy (or if you’d prefer, have it delivered to your home  at the cost of shipping) around 4 weeks later, ready to use or gift to someone special!

age: 15+

*Session time
14:30 – 15:45  (making teacup and mini bowl)

*workshop fee
Making teacup and mini bowl $98

Cost of all materials and firing fee is included.

Kokedama Workshop

Discover kokedama — a beautiful Japanese planting style where roots are wrapped in moss to create a living “moss ball.”It’s a simple, cute and low-maintenance way to enjoy greenery — perfect for beginners and plant lovers alike!

🌿 What You’ll Do:
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create your own small Kokedama, guided step-by-step by the instructor.No experience necessary, just bring your curiosity and be ready to get your hands a little mossy!

🌿 What You’ll Take Home:
Your Kokedama
A handcrafted plate made by the instructor to beautifully display it

🌿 Workshop Details:
$88 per person
All tools and materials included
Gloves provided
Ages 10+
Beginners welcome

 

Session Time
10:30-12:00
12:30-14:00
14:30-16:00

Take a moment to slow down, get creative, and connect with nature through this peaceful Japanese tradition 🌿

 

🟢 苔玉ワークショップ 🟢

日本の伝統的な「苔玉」を作ってみませんか?根を苔で包んで作る、かわいくておしゃれな“グリーンアート”
講師のガイドで小さな苔玉を一緒に手作りします。初心者さん大歓迎!

Instagram:kokezo_japan

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Create a Cute Koala Wall Decoration with Mizuhiki 

By popular demand, I’m offering a Mizuhiki workshop that’s not jewellery!
In this fun session, you’ll learn the basic Awaji knot and use it to create your very own adorable koala decoration.
You’ll make the ears yourself, then combine them with other pre-prepared parts to bring your koala to life.
Perfect for beginners – come and enjoy the joy of knotting while making a one-of-a-kind koala!

コアラの飾り

水引で作る!かわいいコアラの壁飾り
ご要望にお応えして、アクセサリー以外の水引ワークショップを開催します!
今回は、基本の「あわじ結び」をマスターしながら、かわいいコアラの壁飾りを作ります。
耳の部分を皆さんに作っていただき、その他のパーツと組み合わせて、楽しく作品に仕上げていきます。
初心者の方も大歓迎!水引の結びの楽しさを体験しながら、世界にひとつだけのコアラを作りましょう。

10:00-11:30 (koala)     $60

Lavender & Mini Vase – A Gentle Mizuhiki Workshop 

Here’s a non-jewellery Mizuhiki workshop perfect for beginners!
Using beautiful colours like wisteria and purple, you’ll create lovely lavender stems with simple knotting techniques.
This relaxing and beginner-friendly workshop is a great introduction to Mizuhiki.
As a special treat, each participant will receive a handmade mini vase by Melbourne-based ceramic artist Naoko Coghlan.
Add a touch of charm to your room with these delicate flowers!

ラベンダー

水引で作るラベンダーと小さな花瓶のセット
アクセサリー以外のワークショップとして、かわいいラベンダー作りをご紹介します。
藤色や紫など、いろいろな色の組み合わせを楽しみながら、かわいらしいラベンダーを作ります。
シンプルな作り方なので、水引が初めての方にもぴったりです。
そして今回は特別に、メルボルン在住の陶芸家・Naoko Coghlanさんによる手作りのミニ花瓶をプレゼント!
お部屋の片隅に、小さなお花を飾ってみませんか?

 

12:00-13:30 (lavender) $65

 

Mizuhiki Jewellery Workshop 

Come and join this hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the traditional Japanese art of Mizuhiki – decorative paper cord knotting – and make your very own necklace and a pair of earrings.
I’ll guide you step-by-step, sharing the cultural stories and meanings behind each knot.
Each piece you create will be truly one-of-a-kind, reflecting your personal colour and style choices. No experience needed – just bring your creativity!

水引アクセサリー ワークショップ
日本の伝統工芸「水引」で、ネックレスとイヤリング(またはピアス)を一緒に作ってみませんか?
結びの意味や文化的背景をお話ししながら、ひとつひとつ丁寧に作り方をお教えします。
色の組み合わせや結びの形に個性が出るので、世界にひとつだけのオリジナルアクセサリーが完成しますよ。
初心者の方も大歓迎です!

14:00-16:00 ( Earrings & Necklace)  $85

Iron-on Shopping Bag Workshop

Get creative with Heat Transfer Vinyl (iron-on)!

Design your own one-of-a-kind shopping bag using pre-cut vinyl shapes.
No experience needed – just bring your imagination and enjoy making something uniquely yours!

バイナル(Heat Transfer Vinyl)を使ってクリエイティブな作品を作りましょう!
色々な形にカットされたバイナルを使って、世界に1つだけのショッピングバッグをデザインしましょう。
経験は不要。想像力を働かせて、あなただけのオリジナルバッグ作りを楽しんで下さい。

You’ll receive:

  • Your choice of heat transfer vinyl images
  • Plain tote bag to iron-on the images.
  • All the necessary tools are provided during the class.
  • Take home pack, including applying & washing instructions, heat transfer images of your choice so you can create your own project! (On cotton materials only such as T-shirt, bags etc.)

SESSION TIME: (Max 5 people per session)
10:00 – 11:00
11:30 – 12:30
13:00 – 14:00
14:30 – 15:30

FEE:
$65 Per Person (Includes a shopping bag and vinyls to take home)

Instagram : kokodesigngoods
Facebook : kokosdesign

Booking Information

Sumi-e Japanese ink art

Let’s experience Sumi-e Japanese ink art. Sumi-e is the ancient art of Japanese brush painting. There is much more to creating an image during the process of Sumi-e, it is also a meditative practice to explore and express your inner self.

You will learn to use different ink tones and brush techniques to create some simple but expressive paintings of cherry blossoms and more on Japanese paper, complete with a traditional red stamp, to take home. All the materials will be provided, and all ages are welcome 🙂
 
墨絵を体験して自分らしい作品をおもいっきり描いてみましょう。墨絵は日本の伝統芸術の一つで、花や山岳、鳥など自然のものを墨を使って描きます。
墨絵はシンプルな絵画芸術で、自分の心とゆっくり向き合う過程、自分らしさを表現することをとても大切にします。
このワークショップでは様々な墨の濃淡や筆使いを学びながら、桜などのお題をシンプルに、かつ自己表現豊かに和紙に描きます。
道具は全てこちらで用意します。子供から大人まで、初心者の方も大歓迎です。
 

10:30am – 12:30pm
$115pp

 

Booking Information

Hanko stamp carving

Let’s make your own signature stamp! The red stamps or seals are often seen in traditional Japanese artwork and documents. In this workshop, you will design and carve your own Hanko stamp. You can use it for your artwork, Christmas cards, as your business logo and more. Please bring your reading glasses if you use them. All materials will be provided. Suitable for people aged over 12.
 

自分だけのオリジナル篆刻印を作ってみましょう。伝統的な日本の美術や文書によく見られる赤い印は署名の代わりに使用されてきました。このワークショップでは、自分の印をデザインし、篆刻する方法を学びます。でき上がった篆刻印は自分の作品、写真、クリスマスカード、ビジネスのロゴなどに使用できます。

参加される方は、小さな印刀で小さな石を彫ることになりますので、読書用眼鏡をご使用の方は必ず持参してください。篆刻に必要な全ての材料、道具は全てこちらで用意します。12歳以上の方に適しています。

1:30pm – 3:30pm
$120pp

Booking Information

Nerikiri Experience Workshop by Minniesweets

In this fun and unique experience, hands-on 2 hours beginners class you will learn about Japanese confectionery Nerikiri, key ingredients such as sweet bean paste (anko), how to use tools and some techniques to create 2-3 beautiful nerikiri, that you can take home your own creations! Almost too beautiful to eat, nerikiri are designed to engage your 5 senses! The nerikiri experience is also about balance and immersing yourself in the moment!

You can take them home with a matching green tea to enjoy.

*Nerikiri material is provided that this class doesn’t make Nerikiri dough.

*Nerikiri-dough recipe will be sent via email after the class

[Session Times]

1) 10:30am-12:30pm – 9 seats
2) 13:30pm-15:30pm – 9 seats

Level: Beginners to Intermediate

Welcome to those who are very first to have experience.

This class will learn techniques using a traditional tool “ Sankakubou”.

Age: 14+

Cost: $120 p/

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Japanese Calligraphy – A Creative and Peaceful Experience by Nami & Momo

Japanese calligraphy (書道, shodō) also called shūji (習字) is a form of calligraphy, or artistic writing, of the Japanese language.

Come and explore the art of Japanese calligraphy in a relaxed, hands-on workshop. Using traditional brush and ink, you’ll learn how to write beautiful kanji characters and create your own piece to take home.

Calligraphy is a mindfulness and focused activity that lets you slow down and enjoy the moment. It’s a simple but meaningful way to experience Japanese culture while doing something creative and calming.

No experience needed—just bring your curiosity!

[How it works]
・ Choose the kanji that resonates with you.
・ Practice writing the kanji on news paper and hanshi (Japanese washi paper).
・ Write it on a shikishi paper board of your choice.
・ Write your name in Japanese as a sign.
・ Choose from several stamp options to give a unique style to your board.
・ Take your creation home to let everyone admire it!

You can also create your masterpiece to give it to someone as a gift.
25 minutes – $25 including all materials and tools
1-4 people each session.

10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30

POKA POKA Heartwarming Shiatsu Experience

Refresh Your Mind and Body with Traditional Japanese Healing Techniques

Discover the effectiveness of Japanese Shiatsu, offering relaxation in a short amount of time. Restore your body’s balance with soothing pressure and refresh both your mind and body.

#### Session Overview:
* **Price:** 15 minutes for $30
* **Session Schedule:**
10:00-10:15, 10:20-10:35, 10:40-10:55, 11:00-11:15, 11:20-11:35, 11:40-11:55, 12:00-12:15, 12:20-12:35, 12:40-12:55, 13:40-13:55, 14:00-14:15, 14:20-14:35, 14:40-14:55, 15:00-15:15, 15:20-15:35, 15:40-15:55, 16:00-16:15, 16:20-16:35, 16:40-16:55

We look forward to your reservation! Enjoy a moment of healing for your mind and body.

TSUMAMI-ZAIKU JAPANESE KANZASHI FLOWER MAKING WORKSHOP BY MAYUMI – moomsyau

Let’s make Japanese traditional craft TSUMAMI-ZAIKU

BY MAYUMI Insta/FB @moomsyau

Would you like to try making traditional Japanese Tsumami Zaiku using chirimen fabric?
TSUMAMI ZAIKU artist, Mayumi is going to have a workshop at the Japaneseasy.
Would you like to make a one of kind special hair accessory.
TSUMAMI ZAIKU is one of the traditional Japanese crafts born in the Edo Period, and is a decoration made by combining pieces of cloths cut into small squares which then we pinch with tweezers to make flowers.
TSUMAMI means pinch and ZAIKU means craft.
I will be holding 3 different workshops:
WS1: Snowflake 1.5HRS
WS2: KANKOUBAI (cold red plum) 1.5HRS
WS3: Camellia 1.5HRS
*I’ll provide all tools to use on the day (e.g., scissors and sharp tweezers)
* If you also require reading glasses, I recommend that you pls bring it as well

一緒につまみ細工を作りませんか?
日本古来の縮緬を使って、つまみ細工を作るワークショップです。
江戸時代に生まれた日本の伝統工芸のひとつで、小さく正方形に切られた布を組み合わせて作られる飾りのことで、ピンセットで布をつまんで作ることから「つまみ細工」と呼ばれています。
今回のワークショップは3つあり、基本のつまみ技法で作れる簡単なつまみ細工をお教えして、みんなで作ります。参加人数は1クラス7席をなっております。
ハサミやピンセットを使用しますので12歳以上の方の参加とさせて頂きます。
WS1: 雪の結晶 雪の結晶のヘアアクセサリー 1時間半
WS2: 寒紅梅  冬に咲く梅の花のヘアアクセサリー 1時間半
WS3: 椿  椿の花と葉のヘアアクセサリー 1時間半
*道具は全てこちらで用意します。
*細かい作業なので、メガネが必要な方はご持参ください。

>Session time<
WS1: 10:30 – 12:00 (7seats)
WS2: 12:30 – 14:00 (7seats)
WS3: 14:30 – 16:00 (7seats)
Age: 12yrs+
Cost: $65 p/p