① Hina Dolls (Traditional Japanese Dolls) August 1 (Sat) 13:00〜16:30 €78
② Wagashi (Japanese Sweets) August 26 (Wed) 13:15〜16:30 €75
👧🏻👦🏻 【 Miniature Clay Workshop for Kids 】 Fun and easy crafting, perfect for summer holidays!
*Adults are also welcome to join this session!
③ Mini Western Sweets July 21 (Tue) 14:00~15:15 €33-€36
④ Mini Japanese Sweets (Wagashi) July 30 (Thu) 14:00〜15:00 €29-€32
⑤ Mini Windmill & Tulips August 13 (Thu) 14:00〜15:15 €33-€36
✴︎ Choose from a mini case, key ring, or figurine (prices vary depending on your choice). ✴︎ For all workshops (① to ⑤), the price includes material costs (including frames and cases), drinks, and tea snacks.
💡 [ Age & Guidelines for Kids’ Session ]
・Recommended for ages 8-10 and above (approx. 3rd grade+).
・Perfect for any child who can work on their project independently. (Younger children are very welcome too, as long as they love crafting and can stay focused!)
・If you would like to participate as a parent-child duo, please feel free to consult with me!
📍 Location: near Bus stop: Amsterdamse Bos.
To book your spot or ask questions, please send massage from 'Contact' or email me!
Yesterday, under the midsummer-like heat, many people came and experienced Coloratura‘s workshops.
Thanks to everyone, this year’s workshops were a huge success! For the miniature clay workshop, we featured sushi, onigiri (rice balls), and wagashi (Japanese sweets) magnets. Also, the other workshop for making "braided origami bookmarks" was very well received. Except for the very first session right after the opening, all the other sessions were completely full! Thank you so much to everyone who stopped by.
I am absolutely delighted to have met people who discovered the workshop on the spot and jumped right in, those who had seen the information in advance and were looking forward to coming, and the repeaters who came back to see me again this year.
Thank you very much to all of you... who participated in the workshops, who were not able to join due to full seats but left warm and encouraging words, who held and organized the wonderful Japan Festival, and friends and acquaintances who came to support us.
Time flies, and it has already been 5 years since I came to the Netherlands. Starting from scratch 5 years ago without knowing left from right, I have challenged myself through various events, markets, and workshops. I feel so blessed with many wonderful encounters, and it is all thanks to your continuous support that I am able to keep going like this.
I will continue to do my best, step by step, to bring you the joy and excitement of handcrafting. Thank you for your continued support.
✳︎ For those who were unable to participate this time due to the timing, I look forward to seeing you at another opportunity, such as future events or lessons!
Coloratura holds workshops from time to time. Miniature clay workshops ↓ https://coloraturanl.com
On Sunday, May 24, 2026, Coloratura will have a stall at Japanmarkt in Leiden, organized by the Japan Museum Sieboldhuis.
I will bring a selection of Japanese-style handmade items, including miniature clay creations, small accessories, and flower accessories made with Japanese fabrics. You can also find practical handmade goods for everyday use, such as keyrings, bookmarks, magnets, decorative cases and ornaments.
《Place》 Along the canal where Japanmuseum Sieboldhuis located
✳︎Coloratura’s stall will be located along the canal area between Sieboldhuis and the Leiden University entrance.
《Date & Time》 Sunday, May 24, 2026 12:00 – 17:00
If you are interested in Japanese culture, handmade crafts, or local Japanese markets in the Netherlands, please stop by and say hello!
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《 ライデンで開催されるJapanmarktに出店します！ 》
2026年5月24日(日)、ライデンのJapan Museum シーボルトハウス主催のJapanmarktに出店します。
For English Speakers: This project is featured in my Instructor Certification Course. Currently, I offer the course only in Japanese. While I don’t have an English course scheduled at the moment, I am open to starting one if there is enough interest. In fact, I currently have a wonderful group of adult family members—two sisters and the elder sister's daughter—taking the course together!
On Sunday, April 5th, we’ll be hosting a one-day-only event at Osaka Ball in the Albert Cuyp Market (Please note: We are specially opening on the Takoyaki shop’s regular closing day.)
I’m excited to collaborate with Chamee, a Mizuhiki artist based in Leiden, who invited me to join this wonderful project.
■ Live Demonstration & Sales Watch the process of creating miniature Japanese food clay art and Tsumami-zaiku flowers. You can also purchase these unique handmade pieces on the spot.
■ Mini Workshop (No reservation needed – Walk-ins welcome!) Create your own piece in just 15–20 minutes! We have prepared special menus for this event :
① Miniature Rice Ball (Onigiri) Charm
② "Chirimen" Ball Charm (Made with traditional Japanese crepe fabric)
Choice of strap or keychain for both.
【Workshop Fees】
1 piece: €6 2 pieces: €10 (Special event price including all materials and instruction.)
Chamee will also be hosting a Mizuhiki workshop at the same time!
We hope this will be a great opportunity for many people to discover the beauty of Japanese crafts. Please feel free to stop by and say hello.
