Positive Dream Persons Inc. (headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Teruo Nishimura), a company creating inspiring hospitality experiences nationwide, will hold its popular adult workshops called "New Year Kotohajime" at Takamiya Garden Saryo, a facility located in Minami Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture. In addition to workshops that received positive feedback in previous events, new experiences unique to this Japanese culture-focused facility are available. Each workshop will be held once during the period from January 20 (Tuesday) to January 29 (Thursday), 2026.
Challenge Japanese Traditional Crafts and Art – Four Workshops with Direct Instruction from Expert Instructors
Takamiya Garden Saryo hosts "Kotohajime" with the desire to provide opportunities that enrich people's lives. This program is recommended for those looking to find new hobbies or restart something they haven't done in a while. This "New Year Kotohajime" features four workshops, including newly added art calligraphy. With careful instruction from expert instructors and opportunities to enjoy lunch or tea sweets, even beginners can participate with confidence. Please take this opportunity to join.
Workshop Information
Japanese Traditional Culture: Wagashi Nerikiri Experience
Experience the shaping and filling of nerikiri or konashi, premium confections that are the highlight of tea ceremonies. Hosted by Sae Tsuneda from Kashiya Ito in Fukuoka City's Sawara Ward, participants can enjoy making two pieces while listening to stories about wagashi.
- Instructor: Kashiya Ito – Sae Tsuneda
https://ito-kashiya.jimdofree.com/
Japanese Traditional Culture: How to Brew Delicious Tea
Led by Japanese tea instructor Karashima, learn about Japanese tea while experiencing comparative tastings of different tea varieties and discovering how brewing methods affect flavor. Gain tips for brewing your favorite tea deliciously at home.
- Instructor: Tsutsumi Chapo (Japanese Tea Specialty Shop) – Karashima
https://www.instagram.com/tutumichaho/
Japanese Traditional Culture: Original Tote Bag Creation Through Art Calligraphy
Hosted by calligrapher Yuan, experience "art calligraphy" where you draw characters on fabric using brush and ink. Express your favorite character or word freely on a plain tote bag. Learn basic brush strokes and compositional thinking while enjoying the freedom of expression beyond traditional calligraphy boundaries.
- Instructor: Calligrapher – Yuan
https://yuan-fudemoji.jimdofree.com/
Japanese Traditional Culture: Obijime (Kimono Belt Cord) Creation Through Kumihimo
An experiential workshop to create obijime using the traditional Japanese craft technique of kumihimo (braided cords). The act of "binding" carries prayers and thoughts unique to Japanese culture. At this New Year's milestone, enjoy creating a one-of-a-kind piece while touching traditional techniques.
- Instructor: Masumi Knot KPT – Masumi Osa
Schedule and Pricing
Wagashi Nerikiri Experience
Date: January 21 (Wednesday) – 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM workshop / 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM meal
Price: Lunch Course ¥6,300 / Afternoon Tea ¥6,700 / Tea Sweets ¥3,700
How to Brew Delicious Tea
Date: January 20 (Tuesday)
[Session 1] 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM workshop / 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM Lunch Course
[Session 2] 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM workshop / 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM Tea Sweets Set or Afternoon Tea
Price: Lunch Course ¥5,800 / Tea Sweets Set ¥3,800 / Afternoon Tea ¥6,200
Art Calligraphy Tote Bag Creation
Date: January 28 (Wednesday) – 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM workshop / 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM meal
Price: Lunch ¥6,800 / Afternoon Tea ¥7,200 / Tea Sweets ¥4,100
Kumihimo Obijime Creation
Date: January 29 (Thursday)
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM workshop ① / 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM meal / 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM workshop ②
Price: Lunch Course ¥14,000
*The workshop is split into two parts before and after lunch.
*When making a reservation, select from three color patterns to create.
*Final finishing will be completed and delivered by mail at a later date.
Reservations and Details
https://passmarket.yahoo.co.jp/event/show/detail/01q1wq8dqkv41.html
Facility Overview
Facility Name: Takamiya Garden Saryo (Takamiya Teien Saryo)
Address: 〒815-0083 5-16-1 Takamiya, Minami Ward, Fukuoka City
Phone: 092-710-3357
Business Hours
≪Lunch≫ Weekdays: 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM (L.O. 1:30 PM)
Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM (L.O. 2:00 PM)
≪Dinner≫ Sundays, holidays, Tuesday to Thursday: 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM (L.O. 7:30 PM)
Fridays, Saturdays, and days before holidays: 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM (L.O. 8:00 PM)
≪Tea Room≫ 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM (L.O. 3:30 PM)
Closed: Mondays (if Monday is a holiday, closed the following Tuesday)
Official Website: https://takamiyagarden.com/restaurant/
