Henri Leroux

Seoul · experience

Traditional chopstick-making workshop in Insadong

A hands-on craft workshop carving and finishing your own pair of wooden chopsticks in Insadong, with optional laser engraving.

1 hourSmall groupFrom €16

The experience

Carve and finish your own pair of traditional wooden chopsticks in Insadong.

A hands-on craft workshop shaping and finishing a pair of wooden chopsticks with traditional carving, sanding and oiling techniques — a practical, made-by-hand souvenir rather than a shop-bought one.

Optional laser engraving is available at the end, including a K-pop idol’s name as well as your own.

Duration

1 hour

Group

Small group

Languages

English, Korean, Japanese

Format

Workshop-based, no transport.

Meeting point

Room 702, 7th floor of the building above the BLINGBOX store, Insadong.

Pickup and drop-off

Confirmed with the option

Who this suits

A good choice when it matches the way you want to use the city.

  • A short, hands-on stop that fits easily around a day in Insadong.
  • Travellers who want a souvenir they made themselves.

Itinerary

The route at a glance.

The guide and exact sequence are confirmed on the day. Times below are a useful indication of how this visit is normally structured.

  1. 1

    Chopstick-making workshop

    Carving, sanding and a natural oil finish.

    1 hour

What the visit includes

The practical detail before you choose a date.

Highlights

  • Choice of 2 complimentary wood types
  • Full carving, sanding and oiling process
  • Optional laser engraving
  • No experience needed

Included

  • ✓ 1-hour guided workshop
  • ✓ Instruction in English, Korean or Japanese
  • ✓ A complete tool kit
  • ✓ Choice of 2 complimentary wood types
  • ✓ The finished chopsticks to take home

Not included

  • • Laser engraving (optional, extra charge)
  • • Premium wood upgrade (optional, 8 types, extra charge)

Before you go

A few essentials for the day.

  • Beginner-friendly, no experience needed.
  • All optional costs are clearly displayed at booking and on site.