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[Shimane/Oda]World Heritage Iwami Ginzan Furoshiki Experience 2 hours

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Beginners welcome - First try
Empty-hands OK
Operate rain or shine

Possible number of bookings

3～6
Participating age

12Age ～ 90 Age
Duration

2～3 hours

Plan description

This is a tour where you can experience the Japanese way of life at the Kumagai Family Residence, a nationally important cultural property, located in the townscape of the World Heritage Site Iwami Ginzan.On this tour, you can experience furoshiki at the Kumagai Residence, a luxurious residence of a powerful merchant built in the 1800s, with a local English-speaking guide from Iwami Ginzan.Furoshiki cloth is versatile and can be used in a variety of ways.Learn how furoshiki has been widely used in daily life by Japanese people , and experience its convenient uses which have continued to the present day, in a home where Japanese craftsmanship shines.

Historic townscape of the Edo period

Iwami Ginzan flourished as Japan's largest silver mine from the late Sengoku period to the early Edo period. The town of Omori was developed as the administrative and commercial center of Iwami Ginzan. Here you will find cute cafes, sweets shops, miscellaneous goods stores, and more.

A nationally important cultural property tells us the Japanese way of life

The Kumagai Family Residence is a traditional Japanese house built over 220 years ago. The lifestyle of the past echoes to this day, passed down through experiences such as changing the fittings and furniture in the house to make it more comfortable during the harsh summers and winters , and learning how to actually make food using the stove in the house. Come back each season and experience the beauty and fun of Japanese architecture.

Experience furoshiki wrapping at the Kumagai family residence

Furoshiki is a traditional Japanese cloth that can be wrapped and used to transport a variety of things. It is endlessly reusable, and the wrapping method can be changed flexibly to suit the item, causing it to gain attention as an eco-friendly packaging product nowadays . Choose your favorite pattern from handmade furoshiki cloth and enjoy the wrapping experience.

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Selectable starting time： 13:30

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Reservation cancellation fee generation date	Cancellation fee will be charged from 3 days before the event date.
About cancellation	・3days before-50%・1day before-50%・ on the day of the event-100%・Cancellation without notice-100%In the case of cancellation due to organizer's circumstances, no cancellation fee will be charged.
About event termination	The event may be canceled if it is expected to be dangerous due to stormy weather.

Detailed information of this plan

Required minimum number of participants	3 Person(s)
Possible number of bookings	3～6
Operating period	2024/4/06〜2025/3/30 Saturday,Sunday,Japanese National Holidays
Assembly time	13: 15
Booking deadline	until 16:59 7 days before

Changing room		Toilet
Shower		Parking
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Dress code - Must bring items	None
About rental items	None

Matters require attention	・Please note that if you arrive late, you will be unable to participate.・Because it is a traditional architecture of this Residence, there will be many staircases. If you have any concerns about walking, please contact us in advance.・Food and drinks inside the facility are prohibited.
Other notifications	・If you will be arriving late on the day, please contact Kumagai Family Residence (0854-89-9003) or Oda City Tourism Association (0854-88-9950).・If you have any questions about the contents of this plan, please contact the Oda City Tourism Association by email (ohdakankou@shimanet.jp) or phone (0854-88-9950).・You can leave your luggage at the reception.

Plan attractions

プランの魅力 Guided by an Experienced Local! の画像

Guided by an Experienced Local! An English-speaking local guide is knowledgeable about the history of Iwami Ginzan and will show you around the Kumagai Family Residence. They will always be present for any questions you have during the experience.

プランの魅力 Tour the Kumagai Family Residence, a National Important Cultural Property の画像

Tour the Kumagai Family Residence, a National Important Cultural Property The Kumagai family once prospered as an influential merchant family at Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine, building this residence over 220 years ago. Its decoration suits each season, allowing you to experience the beauty and joy of Japanese architecture.

プランの魅力 Enjoy furoshiki experience while being taught by an instructor の画像

Enjoy furoshiki experience while being taught by an instructor The furoshiki used in the experience is handmade by our staff.Choose your favorite pattern from a variety of wrapping cloths and learn to turn a single piece of cloth into a bag without cutting or sewing. Cloth can also be useful when you have extra travel luggage or when packing a change of clothes for a hot spring. The instructor will demonstrate the various ways to use furoshiki. In this experience, you will feel the traditional wisdom of ancient Japanese life.

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