Make handmade paper at authentic Washi studio
Sendai, Japan •
Underrated
UnderratedSendai, Japan
Underrated





Best months to visit
Apr, May, Jun
5°C – 14°C, april brings warmer temperatures between 5°c and 14°c, high crowds, peak season
5°C – 14°C, april brings warmer temperatures between 5°c and 14°c, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Workshop requires walking; not wheelchair accessible.
Workshop requires walking; not wheelchair accessible.
Value for money
Medium
Price is fair, but options could enhance value.
Price is fair, but options could enhance value.
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Summarised by AI
Creative Date
Couples found the hands-on activity a unique and memorable date experience.
Relaxing Activity
Visitors felt it was a calming and enjoyable activity for couples to share.
Wonderful Crafting
Travelers loved creating personalized items together with beautiful paper.
Pricey Workshop
Some couples felt the workshop was a bit expensive for the time spent.
Limited Options
Travelers wished for more variations in workshop options and materials.
Cash Only
Visitors were inconvenienced by the cash-only payment policy.
Hours of operation
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW

-3-4°C
February remains cold in Sendai, with temperatures between -3.2°C and 4.1°C. Snowfall averages 99.8mm, and the chance of precipitation is 22%, with an average rainfall of 33.4mm.
February remains cold in Sendai, with temperatures between -3.2°C and 4.1°C. Snowfall averages 99.8mm, and the chance of precipitation is 22%, with an average rainfall of 33.4mm.
Open
No significant restrictions; studios operate as usual.
No significant restrictions; studios operate as usual.
Not recommended
February's cold and snowy weather continues, making it less favorable for outdoor activities. Indoor experiences like washi paper-making are available without significant restrictions.
February's cold and snowy weather continues, making it less favorable for outdoor activities. Indoor experiences like washi paper-making are available without significant restrictions.
March
MEDIUM

0-8°C
March sees a gradual warming, with temperatures ranging from 0°C to 8.3°C. Snowfall decreases to 41mm, and the chance of precipitation is 26%, with an average rainfall of 55.2mm.
March sees a gradual warming, with temperatures ranging from 0°C to 8.3°C. Snowfall decreases to 41mm, and the chance of precipitation is 26%, with an average rainfall of 55.2mm.
Open
No significant restrictions; studios operate as usual.
No significant restrictions; studios operate as usual.
Recommended
March offers milder weather and the beginning of cherry blossom season, making it a pleasant time for both indoor and outdoor activities, including washi paper-making.
March offers milder weather and the beginning of cherry blossom season, making it a pleasant time for both indoor and outdoor activities, including washi paper-making.
April
HIGH

5-14°C
April brings warmer temperatures between 5°C and 14°C. The chance of precipitation is 30%, with an average rainfall of 76.4mm.
April brings warmer temperatures between 5°C and 14°C. The chance of precipitation is 30%, with an average rainfall of 76.4mm.
Open
High demand may require advance reservations.
High demand may require advance reservations.
Recommended
April's warm weather and cherry blossoms attract many visitors. While washi paper-making studios are open, it's advisable to book in advance due to high demand.
April's warm weather and cherry blossoms attract many visitors. While washi paper-making studios are open, it's advisable to book in advance due to high demand.
May
MEDIUM

12-18°C
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Open
Advance booking recommended due to higher demand.
Advance booking recommended due to higher demand.
Recommended
May offers pleasant weather and is a popular time for tourists, leading to higher prices and moderate crowd levels. It's advisable to book in advance.
May offers pleasant weather and is a popular time for tourists, leading to higher prices and moderate crowd levels. It's advisable to book in advance.
How to get there

Train
Recommended

Walking
Recommended

Bike

Bus

Car

Metro

Taxi
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required



