Featured in Japanese Travel Guide “aruco”
A Bamboo Weaving Jewelry Workshop in Shanghai
Traditional Chinese bamboo weaving jewelry workshop in Shanghai featured in a Japanese travel magazine, showcasing handmade bamboo earrings, rings and brooches from a cultural craft experience.
Last October, our bamboo weaving jewelry workshop in Shanghai was featured and interviewed by the Japanese travel guide aruco Shanghai 2026–27.
The editorial team discovered our workshop through Trip.com while searching for unique cultural experiences in Shanghai. What began as a simple workshop visit soon became a meaningful cultural exchange centered around traditional Chinese bamboo craftsmanship.
During the visit, editor Ms. Tokawa personally joined our bamboo weaving experience and learned how delicate bamboo strips can gradually be transformed into wearable jewelry such as earrings, rings, and brooches.
Unlike many short DIY activities, bamboo weaving requires patience, coordination, and careful hand movement. Because of its complexity, we have spent a long time developing a workshop structure that allows beginners to experience authentic bamboo weaving while still being able to complete their own handmade pieces within a limited time.
To make the process more approachable, we created a reverse step-by-step teaching method.
Bamboo weaving tools and semi-finished bamboo jewelry pieces on a craft table during a traditional Chinese bamboo weaving workshop in Shanghai.
Participants first practice pulling and weaving techniques using semi-prepared materials before gradually moving on to the complete process from scratch. This method helps beginners understand the structure and rhythm of bamboo weaving more naturally and confidently.
With this workshop design, even first-time participants can usually complete a full set of bamboo weaving jewelry — including earrings, rings, or brooches — within approximately 2.5 hours.
Japanese editor holding a finished bamboo weaving jewelry set taken photos after completing a traditional Chinese craft workshop experience in Shanghai.
During the interview, photographer Ms. Sayaka also became deeply interested in the craft and decided to try one of the semi-prepared weaving pieces herself.
Japanese travel magazine editor learning traditional Chinese bamboo weaving jewelry making during a cultural craft workshop in Shanghai.
Although she laughed and said, “It’s difficult, but very rewarding,” she continued weaving with great concentration until the end.
Moments like this are exactly why we continue sharing traditional Chinese crafts with travelers from around the world.
For us, bamboo weaving is not only a handmade activity. It is also a way to slow down, focus, and experience a quieter side of Chinese culture through the movement of the hands.
We are truly honored to have our workshop introduced in aruco Shanghai 2026–27, and we sincerely thank the editorial team for featuring our experience.
If you are looking for a unique cultural activity in Shanghai, we warmly welcome you to join our Bamboo Weaving Jewelry Workshop and discover the beauty of this traditional Chinese craft for yourself.
Bamboo Weaving Jewelry Workshop in Shanghai
Workshop Highlights
Traditional Chinese bamboo weaving techniques
Beginner-friendly workshop structure
Make your own earrings, rings, or brooches
Semi-prepared practice materials included
English / Chinese / Japanese support available
Featured in Japanese Travel Guide aruco Shanghai 2026–27
Workshop Information
📍 Location: Shanghai, China
⏰ Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours
🌏 Languages: English / Chinese / Japanese
🎁 Handmade jewelry can be taken home after the workshop
Handmade bamboo jewelry set including earrings, ring and brooch created in a traditional Chinese bamboo weaving workshop in Shanghai.
Recommended For
Travelers looking for unique things to do in Shanghai
Visitors interested in traditional Chinese crafts
Handmade jewelry lovers
Cultural workshop experiences in Shanghai
Beginner-friendly craft activities
