Amazing experience! I recommend it 10/10!!
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Original Maneki-neko (lucky cat) figurine
- Takeaway bag for your finished cat
- English-speaking staff / instructor
- Full set of workshop tools (pens, pencils, and decorative stickers)
Excludes
- Personal expenses / shopping
- Transportation costs
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- The building has a red exterior, and a large Maneki-neko (lucky cat) is displayed in front of the shop.
Return
- The building has a red exterior, and a large Maneki-neko (lucky cat) is displayed in front of the shop.
Itinerary
Create your own Maneki-neko (Lucky Cat), a traditional Japanese symbol believed to bring good fortune and happiness. In this hands-on workshop, you will design and paint a unique lucky charm to take home as a special keepsake from Japan. The experience takes place in Gotokuji, a neighborhood closely associated with the origins of the Maneki-neko. Surrounded by history and culture, it is the perfect setting to experience one of Japan's most iconic traditions. Suitable for all ages, from young children to adults, this workshop requires no artistic skills or prior experience. Specialized paint pens are provided, making it easy for anyone to create a personalized design. It is a great activity for families, couples, friends, and solo travelers. After painting your Maneki-neko, you can further customize it with complimentary decorative stickers, giving you the freedom to create a one-of-a-kind piece that reflects your creativity. No preparation is required—just arrive and enjoy the experience. At the end of the workshop, you can take your finished Lucky Cat home with you the same day as a memorable souvenir of your time in Tokyo or a thoughtful handmade gift for someone special.
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Reviews
The absolute cutest albeit hidden make it yourself place I've been to. The host is very kind and fun to chat with and the activity itself is a fun relaxing experience and especially great on a rainy day!!
A wonderful experience for my daughter and I to share in Japan with the added bonus of a souvenir to take home that we have made ourselves. A unique and special moment with great meaning to us!
Super fun to do and the person inside gave some infos on the meanings of each color and helped us by giving us advice and showing us some examples of what we can do
It was overall a fun experience, you are using markers instead of brushes, but it was still a fun experience and has a variety of colored cats to choose from!
The owners of this adorable little shop were very friendly and accommodating! My daughter had an amazing experience!
Love the experience, great people. It’s been amazing
A truly unique experience in Gotokuji! Painting my own lucky Maneki-neko was one of the highlights of my Tokyo trip. The staff were welcoming and helpful, and I left with a one-of-a-kind souvenir. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an authentic cultural experience.
I discovered this experience while planning a visit to Gotokuji Temple. The temple is known for its simple white lucky cats, but at this workshop, you can paint and decorate your very own original Maneki-neko. This experience is enjoyable for all ages, from children to adults. Designing and painting your own cat was incredibly fun, and it made for the best souvenir from my trip to Japan. The staff were very kind and helpful, making the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. I would highly recommend this to anyone visiting Tokyo!
Beautiful wow, amazing experience
We had an excellent time and they are super attentive, very good service
Maneki-neko is a lucky item. The cat I made with my own wishes became the best amulet of my trip. Travelers were happy to know that this cat is made of papier-mâché, so it is very light. It was fun to paint maneki-neko, which allows you to create your own special art pieces while experiencing traditional Japanese culture.
I am happy with the very cute result. I had thought about the finished image of the maneki-neko beforehand, but with the design that I thought about on the spot, I was able to spend a creative and fun time very quickly. I recommend it.
Today is a wonderful experience, just on your birthday, give yourself a special gift. Thank you for hosting this event at the Chiang Shui Cafe in Chiang Mai, Taiwan☺️
Thank you for organizing such a fun event, it was a pleasure to have the opportunity to sign up together with friends and draw a cat together. Thank you for the teachers' long way to come and prepare so rich, the teachers in the activities are also kind guidance and assistance. This painting is the right-handed cat, this size is a relatively good painting for beginners, and in time just finished. I liked my own work and also liked this activity. The activity time relationship painted a cat just fine, but I think the person who likes might like like me to have a pair of cash cats, if the site can add to the purchase of the left-handed cash cats, I will buy.
I was able to relax and experience painting. I really enjoyed painting surrounded by beautiful maneki-neko.
Teacher very carefully taught a lot of colorful little steps, can very quickly get started, communication no problems, very great experience, happy ❤️
Thanks to the teacher for bringing a lovely cat, let us have the opportunity to experience our own painting, is a very difficult experience!
Usually I like fitting clay But all done very small This is the first time I painted such a big one Hand shaking bracelets while on the color
It is very enjoyable and easy to complete with a sense of accomplishment. The experience of the process is comfortable. Hopefully there will still be a chance to experience again to see and take another companion to try
Last time in Hood Temple seeking a pet cat broke sadly over this activity I felt super fun and healing and can get a dedicated pet cat! Chew Cat back!
Very special experience, the creation of cats is not simple, each piece is unique
Everyone is special, everyone has their own style. For foreigners, this is a special and interesting experience
Welcome to my Gangster Kaze Maneki Neko! It may look vicious on the outside, but it's actually very pink on the inside!
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