Tokyo Masterclass Expansion by Deeper Japan Offers New Immersion Opportunities into Tokyo’s Traditional Cultures

The latest 7 masterclasses released in the central Tokyo region, including a wagashi confectionary store with over 150 years of history and workshop led by a 3rd-generation maki-e artisan, expand the range of activities that inbound travelers can access.

Deeper Japan, a boutique travel operator overseen by Deeper Travel Co., Ltd that connects inbound travelers to Japan with authentic Japanese traditions, provides curated, small-group actives in direct partnership with with artisans, artists, and nature guides from areas all across Japan. The latest release of 7 new cultural experiences in Tokyo showcases the ever-expanding growth of Deeper Japan as a company, as well as diversifies sustainable methods for visitors connect with authentic Japanese culture when visiting Tokyo.

Tokyo, Japan’s capital and the country’s center of modern culture, brought in nearly 20 million inbound travelers in 2023 alone. However, many of the same areas have become heavily frequented by tourists. By revealing hidden local traditions and creating the infrastructure needed to facilitate tourists, as well as the support and respect for the masters sustaining the traditions, Deeper Japan’s business model promotes sustainable travel in a more diverse range of areas and cultural categories.

The Latest Cultural Experiences Launched

**Wagashi Making at a Confectionery over 150 Years Old**
Participate in making seasonal wagashi at one of Tokyo’s oldest wagashi shops. These elegant sweets, which vary to reflect the seasons, are enjoyed at tea ceremonies and as special gifts. Guests create wagashi alongside a skilled artisan, while learning about their history and charm over a cup of tea.

**Hand-painted Tokyo Yuzen Dyeing Workshop**
A craft originating over 400 years ago in Kyoto, Tokyo-based yuzen dyeing blends understated elegance with the sophisticated style of ancient Edo. Guests choose a design and apply yuzen dyeing to a kimono collar, layering subtle colors onto a beautiful silk collar. Dive into the colors of Tokyo in this artfully immersive workshop.

**Hands-on Maki-e Crafting Using Genuine Lacquer**
Under the guidance of a 3rd-generation maki-e master, create simple yet beautiful lacquer art using authentic Japanese lacquer. Participants will design hand-painted lacquerware crafted by the maki-e master. The finished piece can be taken home, revealing a brilliant design after gently wiping off the sprinkled gold powder.

Other Tokyo Experiences

In addition to the above selections, other new Tokyo cultural immersions include aikido martial art sessions held in a historic local dojo, visits to a workshop crafting shinobue bamboo flutes which range in form adapted to suit various regional selections of music, and experiences with shakuhachi bamboo flute artisans who also perform as professional musicians.

Facing the Future

Beyond expanding the range of cultural experiences and masterclasses offered in Japan, including the latest round of development in Tokyo, Deeper Travel currently is planning operation advancement into overseas markets, with an initial focus on Europe and other East Asian countries. By implementing the current business model of Deeper Japan, which emphasizes bridging language and cultural differences to deliver enriching travel experiences, high-quality, value-added travel infrastructure can be created in new locations and offer a wider audience a broader range of cultural products while promoting sustainable travel.

About Deeper Japan

Deeper Japan is a boutique travel brand operated by Deeper Travel Co., Ltd that allows visitors to Japan to seamlessly book traditional cultural experiences that are otherwise difficult to access. By carefully selecting high-quality cultural and immersive natural experiences, and directly collaborating with skilled craftsmen and artists at the forefront, Deeper Japan promotes mutual understanding between different cultures through travel and actively preserves tradition and diversity.

Focus is primarily given to small groups of guests, providing an opportunity for deeper interaction between craftsmen and guests rather than large-scale, superficial experiences. Additionally, certified interpreter guides are employed to ensure interpretation in the guests' native languages whenever possible. Approximately 80 percent of Deeper Japan's clientele comprises independent travelers from Europe, the United States, and Australia.

Through partnerships with non-profit organizations, collaborations with NGOs, and alliances with local governments and tourist associations, Deeper Japan assists in supporting regional economic development and the conservation of cultural heritage.

Tokyo Masterclass Expansion by Deeper Japan Offers New Immersion Opportunities into Tokyo’s Traditional Cultures

The Latest Cultural Experiences Launched

Other Tokyo Experiences

Facing the Future

About Deeper Japan

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