Japanese Incense Workshop

Learn how to make Japanese incense in this fun workshop.


Ema Frost
Ema Frost
3k followers

2 hours Class size 4 to 12 guests       $153

In this workshop, you'll have the exciting opportunity to delve into the world of Japanese incense making with Ema. Discover the rich cultural heritage of Kyoto's oldest incense makers and unravel the secrets behind this ancient practise still thriving today. You will get to create your very own Japanese incense cones under Ema's guidance, learning about the various types of incense used daily in Japan. Take home your set of aromatic incense cones made by you, along with newfound skills to delve into incense making at your leisure.
  • Explore the different types of incense used in daily Japanese rituals
  • Craft your very own Japanese incense cones from scratch
In this hands-on workshop, you'll be introduced to a range of materials and techniques essential for crafting exquisite incense cones. Ema will guide you through each step, making the experience both educational and rewarding. You may feel a sense of tranquillity and connection as you immerse yourself in the art of incense making, tapping into a centuries-old tradition that continues to captivate.
By the end of this workshop, not only will you leave with your handmade set of aromatic incense cones, but you'll also carry with you the ability to further explore and enjoy incense making on your own. Embrace the transformative power of creating something so traditionally significant and take a piece of Japanese culture home with you in a unique and fragrant way.
What you'll get
Complete set of incense cones
Knowledge and history of this beautiful art form.
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly
What to bring
An open mind
Suitable for

This class is great for a team building activity, birthday or hens party.

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 12 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids. The adult may observe at the class for free.

This experience would also be a cool gift for her or gift for mum.

Location

Your teacher can travel within 40 kms of Auckland, to a venue of your choice

Japanese Incense Workshop location
More about this class

This class is new, and is covered by ClassBento's money-back guarantee.

Your teacher

Ema Frost
Ema Frost

3k followers
female Women-owned

Ema Frost is a very clever Kiwi Artist, who has been teaching Kintsugi for 5+ years and regularly travels to Japan to study and learn new techniques. Ema's illustrations and ceramic works sit in many of our countries best galleries, and whose products and merchandise sell in the most stylish design stores and gallery shops. Her style is enchanting - quirky, feminine and colourful, and clearly influenced by her travels throughout the world, usually off the beaten track.

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2025-05-09 15:00:00
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