[Nara City, Nara Prefecture] 3-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station | Bamboo lantern making experience: Enjoy tradition and art [approx. 40 minutes]

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• Experience making a bamboo lantern using bamboo, a traditional Japanese material, right in the heart of Nara. Since we use pre-processed bamboo, even beginners and children can participate with ease. You'll create a unique lantern using special tools, creating a pattern and enjoying the beautiful shadows it casts when lit. Once completed, you can take it home as is. It's a popular choice for home decor, a memento of your trip to Nara, or a gift. This quiet, indoor space allows you to concentrate and enjoy crafting. The basic plan involves making a lantern using green bamboo. You can also choose from the following bamboos (additional fees apply on-site): Shaved Bamboo Lantern: +1,000 yen; Shaved Colored Bamboo Lantern: +1,500 yen. The estimated experience time is approximately 40-60 minutes. If you require a more specific design, additional time may be required. An extension fee applies only in these cases. 30-minute extension: +1,000 yen; 60-minute extension: +2,000 yen. There is no additional charge for the standard production pace.
• Beginners welcome | Craft with peace of mind using processed bamboo
• The bamboo materials are prepared in a pre-processed state so that even first-timers can enjoy making bamboo lanterns with ease. There are no difficult steps, and the process mainly involves simple steps of creating patterns using special tools. Staff will provide careful support, so even those who are unfamiliar with making things and children can participate with peace of mind. Although it is a short experience, you can definitely feel the sense of accomplishment of having made something yourself.
• A truly Nara-esque experience: Bamboo art that lets you enjoy light and shadow
• The charm of bamboo lanterns lies in the beautiful shadows they cast when lit. The patterns you create are projected onto the walls and floor, creating a dreamy and relaxing space. They are works of art that exude a Japanese charm and fit perfectly with the atmosphere of the ancient capital of Nara. They are practical enough to be used as interior décor during the day and enjoyed lit up at night, making them a piece that will bring a touch of Nara to your everyday life.
• Take it home on the day! Perfect as a souvenir or gift.
• You can take home your completed bamboo lantern on the day of the experience. We offer lanterns that fit easily into a travel bag or backpack, so you can easily participate in the process of sightseeing in Nara. Bamboo is a light and durable material, so there is little risk of it breaking during normal transport. They are popular not only as home decor, but also as a memento of your trip or a gift for a loved one. Lighting the lantern you made with your own hands will gently bring back memories of your time in Nara.