Ochanomizu Origami Kaikan

4.0

Akihabara / Kanda / Ochanomizu / Suidobashi / IidabashiArea

The Origami Kaikan was originally established in 1858 as a store for dyeing and manufacturing “chiyogami” papers, and is located in Bunkyo City’s Yushima. With the objective of promoting paper culture, it aims to convey Japanese culture and Japan’s beauty through the traditional handicraft of origami. In addition to exhibits on the history of paper culture and displays of works by origami artists around the world, visitors can purchase washi that has been dyed within the shop. The center also holds washi handicraft classes that teach participants to make small articles and accessories out of washi.

Spot details

Address: Tokyo Bunkyou-ku Yushima 1-7-14 (Ogami Hall) Map
Area: Akihabara / Kanda / Ochanomizu / Suidobashi / Iidabashi Area
Phone: 0338114025
Hours: 9:30-16:30
Closed: SundayPublic holiday, New Year's Holiday, Summer vacation
Fees: [Admission fee]Free
Parking Lot: Not available
Credit Card: Available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Note: *Credit cards cannot be used as UnionPay cards.
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Possible (partially not possible)
Pet friendly: Not available

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

Review

Great experience!

Reviewed : 2023.09.17

We wanted to join an origami workshop, but there were no classes that day (we didnt reserve or checked the timetable before going there). They were really helpful and the added us to a paper...
Wonderful heartwarming experience ❤️

Reviewed : 2023.07.07

We were in the area and by chance decided to visit. Even if you dont know anything about origami you can really appreciate the craft and skill. We were lucky enough to have an origami demonstration...
Even if you don’t know anything about origami, this is special!

Reviewed : 2023.04.27

We stopped by Origami Kaikan and were intrigued by the different items created through origami. It is a true art and the training, patience and accuracy which is needed to come up with the art on...