Gold Leaf Application – A Traditional Japanese Crafting Technique
Souvenirs create a story of our travel experiences. At Nihombashi Mutoh, located in the Nihombashi area of Tokyo with a rich history of over 100 years as a wholesale store, you can craft your story into a physical memory through gold leaf application!
Nihombashi Mutoh WorkshopReservations Here
MIMARU Staff’s Comments
MIMARU staff members tried the gold leaf application! Here are their thoughts:
“You build your own design by choosing stickers and arranging them however you like. This part took the most time because it was hard to decide, but it was a lot of fun! The hardest part was putting the stickers on the object, but applying the gold leaf to them after they were all in place was easy and very satisfying. The instructor was incredibly kind and patiently guided us through each step, so there was no stress joining as a first-timer.”
“The workshop at Nihombashi Mutoh was really fun and became a memory I won’t soon forget. I chose an accessory box as my object. I made my design by putting stickers on it, then completed it by applying the gold leaf. The instructor was really kind and patiently helped me when I didn’t understand something, so I was able to enjoy the experience without worrying. They have an instruction sheet in English as well as English-speaking staff, so visitors from abroad are more than welcome. I recommend this workshop for people who like handmade arts and crafts, as well as those who want to have fun while enjoying Japanese culture!”
～What the Workshop Looks Like～
①First, everyone listens to the instructor explain the process.
➁Next, you create your unique design using stickers.
The instructor is there to give you advice along the way as you head toward the final product.
And with that, you have a one-of-a-kind souvenir!
You can see more pictures of our staff at the workshop on MIMARU’s official Instagram!
Nihombashi Mutoh Overview
Address: Tokyo, Chuo City, Nihonbashihoncho, 1 Chome-8-13
TEL: 03-3279-2221 (Representative)
Official Website (JP only): https://mutoh-corp.com/
Instagram: nihonbashi_mutoh_honten