A hands-on culture school in Osaka
Make it.
Show it.
Feel proud.
Chopsticks, hanko stamps, calligraphy, pancakes and tea — small, friendly classes in English in Esaka, Osaka. Make something with your own hands and take your DOYA! face home.
- 2,000+ happy guests
- English classes
- Small groups
- Esaka Station
Word of the day
DOYA ドヤ
DOYA = the proud “I made it!” face, in Osaka slang.
That’s the face we want you to leave with. You make something real with your own hands, show it off, and feel proud — that’s a DOYA! moment.
Classes
Pick your class
Beginners welcome. Everything is explained in English, step by step.
- CraftChopstick MakingPick from 30 kinds of wood and shape your own chopsticks with a traditional plane.
CraftStamp (Hanko) MakingCarve your name or a favourite kanji into stone — a seal you can really use.
CultureCalligraphy & Tea CeremonyWrite with brush and ink, then slow down with a bowl of matcha.
FoodSoufflé Pancake & TeaWhip, cook and decorate the fluffiest Japanese soufflé pancakes.
On-sitePrivate Tea CeremonyWe bring a tea ceremony to your hotel, office or event, in English.
- Private Osaka tour Local neighbourhoods and hidden spots, not guidebook routes. Ask us →
How it works
Three steps to your DOYA! face
Book a class
Pick a date on the booking page and pay online. Same-day spots may be open.
Come to school
Exit 6 of Esaka Station, then a short walk to the Kikui Building, 3F. Just come as you are.
Make it. Show it.
Our teacher guides you step by step. Take home what you made — and a big proud smile.
Google reviews
★★★★★ 4.9
- ★★★★★
Ronaldo Kodra
2024-04-24
Esperienza incredibile, si parte dalle basi e si prosegue con un percorso unico, sapore di un altro mondo 10/10!✨
- ★★★★★
Dario 1
2024-04-24
Amazing experience the owner Kazuki is a professional and nice people teach us secret to make a incredible sushi
- ★★★★★
Sara Wilky
2024-04-14
Very fun experience to do with family. Got to learn the basic tea ceremony and calligraphy. Instruction is in English with few communication problems. Thank you
- ★★★★★
Kyle Beausoleil
2024-04-08
Great introduction to the sushi making experience. Come hungry because all the sushi you make are to be eaten
- ★★★★★
Angela Suryadana
2024-04-04
Kazuki and Hiroko are very responsive with my last minute reservation, also very accommodating with all our questions and requests. The tea ceremony and calligraphy class was very fun and insightful, along with delicious Japanese sweets. I highly recommend this experience when you are in Osaka. All the best with the next classes!
- ★★★★★
D S
2024-04-04
Had a wonderful. Kabuki is Very patient
- ★★★★★
Kamala Jayashankar
2024-04-04
Awesome experience !! Great tea ceremony and calligraphy sessions!! Thank you so much Kazuki & Hirako
- ★★★★★
soma sundari
2024-04-04
Excellent Experience . We highly recommend this place for tea ceremony . Kabuki and kirakira are amazing
- ★★★★★
Angela-Marie Shepard
2024-03-30
Great experience! We had a party of 6 and it was a private sushi class that we had all to ourselves. Great ambiance. Fresh fish. Pleasantly surprised by the sweets provided and the matcha tea at the end. Highly recommend. Clean space, great host. If you’re looking for an authentic sushi experience, book this one!
- ★★★★★
Clare
2024-03-30
Kazuki was our teacher today, he’s incredibly kind. We did the calligraphy which was a lot of fun and the matcha tea ceremony was a great experience. Highly recommend this class to anyone looking for an authenic experience in Osaka.
Gallery
Proud faces, every day
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For hotels, companies & events
We bring the tea ceremony to you
An authentic, English-guided tea ceremony at your hotel, office, conference or private party — from small groups to large events.
About us
A friendly little school in Esaka
Since 2023, we’ve been sharing the beauty of Japanese culture through chopstick making, traditional stamp making, tea ceremony and calligraphy — hands-on experiences that inspire creativity, mindfulness and connection.
Our workshops are run in English, so guests from around the world can relax, learn and enjoy these traditions at their own pace. Whether you’re crafting a unique souvenir or discovering a new skill, come and make something you’re proud of.
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Access
Find the school
3F Kikui Building, 3-35-5 Tarumicho, Suita, Osaka 564-0062
Use Exit 6 at Esaka Station (Midosuji Line). Walk straight with the Suita Fire Station on your left, then turn left to find the Kikui Building. Just a few stops from Umeda, Namba and Shin-Osaka.
