Japanese culture and traditional arts have at times felt distant from everyday life.
Yet Wa—harmony—has always evolved with nature and openness.
Guided by those who live and inherit this spirit, wanova reimagines Wa for modern life.
Not something merely to preserve, but something to live with and nurture together.
Space and Interior Design & Architect
Architect & Design
We curate spaces where true quality is essential— from offices and retail environments to high-end residences.
Working with authentic architects, craftsmen, and artists who carry forward the spirit of Wa—now increasingly rare—
We edit and translate the Japanese sensibility and aesthetic into forms that resonate with the atmosphere of today.
Online Gallery
Japan Craft & Art
Craft and Art are not objects to be consumed.They are quiet philosophies, shaped by hands, time, and nature.
In Japan, art and craft have never been strictly separated.
A tea bowl, a painting, a lacquered box—
each exists not to impress, but to serve life with beauty.
This sensibility, known today as KOGEI, values process over perfection,depth over decoration,and presence over spectacle.
Private Encounter
Meet the SENSEI
— An Encounter with the Living Spirit of Japanese Culture "SENSEI"—
This is a WANOVA original Japanese experience tour with a special Artists / Professionals, a special location, and a completely private experience with attention to detail.
Beyond objects.
Beyond performances.
Meet the individuals who live, embody,and pass on the wisdom of Japan.
And it will be engraved in your life as a memory that you will never forget.
The SENSEI we work with have devoted more than two decades to their art or path and are recognized in Japan as leaders in their field.
Meet the SENSEI is not a staged or superficial experience designed for tourists, but an authentic encounter with living tradition.
Private, intimate lessons with masters of calligraphy, tea, Noh, and traditional craftsmanship.
For Residents in Japan
wanova Japanese Culture Course
An intimate course exploring Japanese aesthetics and spirit through tea ceremony, calligraphy, and craft.
Notice-
These courses are available only to residents of Japan and is conducted in Japanese. Applicants living overseas or unable to attend in Japanese are kindly asked not to apply.
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Chashaku Carving
A contemplative workshop to carve your own chashaku, embracing the quiet spirit of tea.
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Heian-Hiragana Caligraphy
Discover the elegance of Heian-era hiragana and the refined beauty within each character.
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Japan Tea Tasting w/ KOGEI
Savor distinguished Japanese teas nationwide, paired with curated traditional craftware.
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Tea Ceremony w/ Table & Chair
A refined ryūrei-style tea ceremony, blending tradition with contemporary comfort.
Our Secret Gallery
wanova TOKYO
At our secret gallery, wanova TOKYO, you can experience a curated selection of fine art, calligraphy, ceramics, tea utensils, and other traditional Japanese craft works presented by ”wanova”.
We warmly invite you to visit our hidden Gallery, designed in an elegant Japandi style.
Visits are by appointment only.
The location in Roppongi, TOKYO is shared exclusively with guests who have made an appointment.
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