Christmas late night shopping and workshops at Japan House London

When: 3 November 2022 and 1 December 2022 (from 6pm-9pm)

Where: The Shop, Japan House London

Price: Free Admission

Image: Christmas workshop 2021, Japan House, MTotoe

Japan House London has announced two exclusive late night festive shopping events. The events include a variety of great activities including a range of demonstrations, workshops and tastings to introduce you to a range of Japanese food and drink, and give you a chance to learn about and practice Japanese card making and gift wrapping in the run up to Christmas. They are offering an opportunity for guest to browse their curated product collection, including a variety of Christmas gift boxes. They are also offering a cool 15% discount on all purchases, making it the perfect opportunity to get some unique Christmas gifts!

Image: Christmas wrapping at Japan House Christmas workshop 2021, Japan House, MTotoe

The following workshops and demonstrations will also take place in The Shop with the following line-up:

  • Whisky tasting (3 November) or sake tasting (1 December)

  • Japanese-style Christmas dessert making demonstration

  • Christmas card making workshop

  • Traditional Japanese gift wrapping (furoshiki & tenugui) workshop

  • Japanese cake tasting

Location: Japan House, 101-111 Kensington High St, London W8 5SA. Click here for more.

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