5 Hands-on Activity Programs for Children
On this page, Hands-on activities for children ・Top 5 programs " special feature!
The theme is things you want your child to experience, things that children should experience, etc. Introducing recommended "experiences" for parents and children and families by category I will.
When you go on a family trip or drive, Experience and learning gained through experience " Enjoy it with your children.
Outdoor activities for children
For growing children, Have fun in the great outdoors " This is one of the important experiences.
The sea, rivers, mountains, lakes, sky, etc. Japan has a lot of nature. Outdoor activities where you can enjoy nature There are many experience tours available.
In the following, Small children, inexperienced people and beginners can enjoy it with peace of mind. We will introduce a selection of outdoor activities.
Canoeing and Kayaking
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- 4.8
- (94 reviews and experiences)
■Great discount services┗Great online discount! (This plan)┗500 yen off during summer vacation (Applicable for a certain period, cannot be used in combination)┗14% off "group discount" for 4 or more people (Applicable for a certain period, cannot be used in combination)┗1 child free & half price for every 2 high school students or older (Applicable for a certain period, cannot be used in combination)■Great free services┗Free tour photos (data)┗Sandals
- 4.8
- (18 reviews and experiences)
You can enjoy crystal kayaking at the top of the Niyodo River, where the water flows in from Yasui Valley, where the Niyodo blue is the most beautiful. Become one with the water in a transparent crystal kayak! Take a walk on the water with a guide through the vast Niyodo blue of "miraculous transparency" ♪ Take a picture of the experience
- 4.9
- (17 reviews and experiences)
Enjoy the great outdoors on a World Heritage site! After a leisurely canoe ride through the mangroves, head out to look for creatures living in the forest! Amami Oshima is a mysterious island that has been designated a World Heritage site. It is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Amami rabbit, Amami Ishikawa frog, blue jay, Amami woodcock, Ryukyu scops owl, and Amami false scorpion.
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Tree climbing (tree climbing experience)
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Enjoy the treetops Tree climbing tour [Private activity for one group]
- 4.7
- (6 reviews and experiences)
This is an original tour of Saruyama that adds an arrangement to the usual tree climbing. Once you have learned just one ropework, you can start climbing! Enjoy cafe time in a hammock 10m above the ground! There are other activities besides climbing, such as walking on the branches, trying the "big swing", and tightrope walking 6m above the ground (optional). Have fun in the trees using the ropes! You can feel the world of the animals.
The gateway to nature! Tree climbing experience [Private activity for one group]
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
Using ropes and harnesses, you will climb after a fun safety briefing. It is cheaper than a tree climbing tour, so you can participate without hesitation. It takes about 45 minutes, and even though it is cheap, the equipment is the same as a proper tree climbing tour. Recommended for those who want to try a tree climbing tour but are worried about whether they can climb! You can check that you can climb and then challenge the tour next time.
[Hyogo, Tajima] Maximum 15m! Climb a tree using a rope! Tree climbing (half-day course)
Tree climbing is a sport where you climb trees safely using ropes to avoid putting stress on the trees. You climb using the strength of your legs and bending and stretching, so even first graders can enjoy it. Climbing up into the treetop world that you can only look up at from below on your own will make even adults feel like they're children again♪ You can climb from a height of about 2m to 15m.
Sea fishing/fishing boat
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- 4.8
- (101 reviews and experiences)
[The only one of its kind on Okinawa Island ☆ We own two of our own boats, so we have a perfect system for both safety and service!] --------------------------------------------------Three trips per day from Kadena Fishing Port on Okinawa Island! [Departure times: 9:00, 11:30, 15:00] *20 minutes before each meeting point The tour is completed in 2 hours from departure to disbandment, so it is perfect for your first fishing experience.
- 5.0
- (57 reviews and experiences)
Boat fishing is often intimidating for experienced people, and many people get seasick and can't enjoy it. At DSF Ishigakijima, fishing is done on land, so there's no need to worry about seasickness! From children to the elderly, from first-time fishermen to experienced fishermen, anyone can enjoy it! We plan to hold events in small groups, so you can participate with peace of mind.
- 4.7
- (63 reviews and experiences)
<<Information on Sea Fishing Experience>> Enjoy the pleasure of casting your fishing line while looking at the magnificent sea and the cityscape of Tateyama, and the thrill of catching a fish yourself in the natural sea, not in a fishing pond! This is a program that allows you to enjoy such an experience easily and casually. We will rent out a fishing rod and a set of fishing equipment (bucket, fishing tackle, rag, etc.) at our shop. We will introduce nearby fishing spots.
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Horse riding and horse trekking
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- 4.8
- (2 reviews/experiences)
For beginners, we have prepared a "Horseback Riding Experience Plan" that allows you to enjoy horseback riding lessons and outdoor riding at an affordable price. You can choose according to your time, budget, and content. Why not try riding a horse for the first time in the Yatsugatake area, surrounded by rich nature? An instructor will gently teach you the basics of horseback riding. The beginner's experience horseback riding plan includes a 30-minute riding arena lesson + outdoor riding.
[Hokkaido, Eniwa City] Dosanko Horse Trekking
- 4.7
- (21 reviews and experiences)
Would you like to go for a ride with your cute "Dosanko" in the nature of the four seasons? We are located between Hokkaido's gateway, New Chitose Airport, and Sapporo, right next to the Eniwa Interchange on the expressway, so access is very convenient! If you think, "I have a little time before my flight," please contact us right away.
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Athletic Zip Line
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- 4.8
- (2 reviews/experiences)
Wear a harness and zip line over 100 meters long! This is a full-fledged outdoor activity that can be enjoyed by everyone from small children to adults. There is a safety training session by staff, so even beginners and those who are not good at sports can enjoy it with peace of mind. It is a 10-minute drive from Odawara Station, and there are large parks, campsites, and BBQ facilities nearby. Enjoy the vast forest with your friends and family.
- 5.0
- (2 reviews/experiences)
This is the Zip Skyride, an activity at Nozawa Onsen Sports Park. A pulley is attached to a wire stretched in the air above Hikage Ski Slope, and connected to a harness, it is a sky activity that rushes down a total length of 652m and an elevation difference of 122m in one go. It slides at a maximum speed of 70km/h, so it is extremely exhilarating. It is available to elementary school students and those weighing 25kg to 110kg.
- 4.9
- (8 reviews and experiences)
Enjoy the summer in Okinawa!! Super refreshing!! Fly through the Yanbaru forest on a zip line!! You can fly on five zip lines in the breathtaking scenery of "Yanbaru", which was registered as a World Natural Heritage Site in July 2021. The higher you fly, the more exciting and thrilling you will feel. ★About 1 minute by car from Gesashi Mangrove★ Close to the very popular Gesashi Mangrove Kayaking area! Travel
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Handicrafts and crafts that children want to experience
" is a very popular experience-based indoor leisure activity that families can enjoy. Manufacturing/Handmade "
Pottery experience, accessory making, traditional crafts, interior goods making, etc. , there are many different types.
Original works created with ideas unique to children Enjoy learning from the lectures of professional craftsmen and instructors.
Pottery experience/pottery class
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- 4.4
- (52 reviews and experiences)
This is the most popular plan in the Amagasaki Monta Studio experience course! You will make your clay using the same molding method as the craftsmen. We have two types of clay available: "Shigaraki clay" and "porcelain clay (4,400 yen)." *If you do not specify in advance, we will use Shigaraki clay. You will feel like a potter and use a spinning electric potter's wheel to make your clay. If you don't concentrate, it will get squishy and squishy.
- 4.9
- (310 reviews and experiences)
[Take home the most moving Okinawa memories and souvenirs] ★Great! Last minute reservations are OK★Free cancellation on the day is great! Highly rated and popular restaurant [1 minute by car from Churaumi Aquarium] All seats are located on the main street, overlooking the sea, in a bright and cheerful restaurant with the sound of the sanshin playing, and a comfortable air-conditioned space. Great for families with children, with tatami rooms, diaper changing stations, and toys.
- 4.7
- (61 reviews and experiences)
Ninenzaka to Sannenzaka is a classic course for dates and girls' trips. This popular spot is known to everyone as being "Kyoto-like!" Come and enjoy some pottery, something you've always wanted to try!
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Glasswork/Glass Workshop
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- 4.2
- (5 reviews and experiences)
At the Ishigakijima Glass Museum, you can experience making photo frames, lamps, and nameplates using Ryukyu glass. You can make glass works that will remind you of the Okinawan sea and are perfect as a memento of your trip!
This is a keychain made of resin by enclosing sparkling Ryukyu glass or other parts of your choice. You can choose your favorite shape from a variety of metal frames. In addition to Ryukyu glass, the parts you enclose can also be seashells, coral, colored sand, beads, and more! It's great that you can choose from a wide variety of free parts ♪ It's an experience that even small children can enjoy!
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
At the Ishigakijima Glass Museum, you can experience making photo frames, lamps, and nameplates using Ryukyu glass. You can make glass works that will remind you of the Okinawan sea and are perfect as a memento of your trip!
Handmade accessories/accessory making
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- 4.1
- (7 reviews and experiences)
[Very popular! Plan] Naha Airport - about 10 minutes by car! "Handmade Experience Workshop Tianda" is conveniently located, just 10 seconds walk from Kokusai Street in Naha, Okinawa. In this plan, you will create your own original earrings or bracelet using natural stones, shells, etc. Reservations are listed at the price of earrings. You can choose the type on the day. Earrings →
[Make silver rings and pendants in Chiba. Beginners are welcome! Unique, one-of-a-kind items!
- 4.7
- (3 reviews/stories)
This is an experience where you can make silver accessories by kneading, stretching and rolling pure silver clay. Anyone from 5 years old to seniors can participate. We have a wide variety of tools such as stamps and molds. We also have many samples! If you are not good at crafts, we will fully support you, so please feel free to join us. It will take about 2 hours to complete and you can wear it.
- 4.8
- (41 reviews and experiences)
This is an experience to make a one-of-a-kind bracelet (it can also be made into an anklet) that combines a braided cord bracelet and power stones. The braided cord is braided in a four-braid pattern on a round table, which was featured in the movie. You can choose three power stones from about 15 types. With additional charges (200 yen or 300 yen each), you can choose about 30 types.
Handmade goods and original goods
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- 4.4
- (13 reviews and experiences)
・This is an experience where you can create your own plant interior by planting cute, small cacti that fit in a glass. ・You can choose 3 cacti for the base price. *You can add more cacti for 550 yen each. ・You can take the finished work home on the day. ・About 3 minutes walk from Shinsaibashi Station. It is within walking distance of Dotonbori Glico, so it is also recommended as a souvenir of your Osaka sightseeing.
- 4.3
- (3 reviews/stories)
Make a one-of-a-kind original music box to remember your trip or give as a gift to a special someone. Why not try making your own music box in Otaru, the city of music boxes? Choose your favorite song and box from over 400 songs, combine accessories such as wood, glass, and acrylic, and paint to create your own music box right on the spot.
- 4.8
- (60 reviews and experiences)
Make a keychain using Kyoto twisted tassels. Braid the "kumihimo" like in "Your Name". Choose up to two colors of thread and braid four pieces. Tie the knot in a Kanai knot and attach it to the tassel to finish the keychain. Kanai knot is a type of knot that has long been used in the field of Kyoto kumihimo as a way to make wishes come true. Twisted tassel
Art and Paint Classes
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- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
Resin art is a hot topic all over the country. You can create your own ocean art with acrylic paints, and then pour a special resin called "resin liquid" over it to create sparkling, jewel-like ocean art. The white waves created with a heat gun look like real waves. It can be enjoyed by children alone, the whole family, couples, spouses, friends, or even by yourself, by people of all ages and genders.
- 5.0
- (5 reviews and experiences)
[Resin Art Clock] Rapidly gaining popularity! Resin art is all the rage! Why not create a memorable seascape of Ishigaki Island, Taketomi Island, Iriomote Island, Hateruma Island, etc.? Draw the sea with paint and pour in the resin. After applying the white wave pigment, draw the waves in one go with a high-temperature heat gun (this part! It gets you excited lol). You can't make the same one! Once you've completed your one-of-a-kind resin art clock,
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
Why not create an LED lighting panel for a wedding, wedding anniversary, retirement, or birth celebration? Couples can also participate in the production or photography. Please contact us for more information.
Food making experience for children
In children's education "Food" is the most familiar and important keyword .
By ourselves Eat food made with love and be grateful This also relates to food education.
At Activity Japan, A variety of food-making experiences, from authentic cuisine to Japanese sweets We introduce you to the following.
Cooking classes and food preparation
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- 4.5
- (1 review/experience)
Make soba noodles from flour in 30 minutes! Soba-cutting experience and ramen-cutting experience. The soba-cutting experience is a little different from the soba-making experience so far, and is an activity that uses Rakujo's original smart techniques based on a new idea for the Reiwa era, and also contains important elements of food education. And the same technique can be applied to ramen! ▼ Make 100% buckwheat soba or ramen noodles.
Takoyaki making experience ~Popular Japanese street food~
Do you know what takoyaki is? Takoyaki is made by pouring a mixture of flour batter, water and eggs into a round hole in a hot plate, adding chopped octopus, and baking it into a round shape. It is baked into a round shape. It is topped with bonito flakes and green laver, and is served with sauce or sauce. Takoyaki is eaten with mayonnaise. You can experience baking and eating takoyaki yourself.
[Shikoku/Tokushima Family] Exciting! Baumkuchen making with bamboo
- 5.0
- (2 reviews/experiences)
You will make Baumkuchen from cutting bamboo in the bamboo forest and starting a fire. It will be fun to see how well it turns out! You can interact with the goats and chickens that are in charge of cutting the grass on the premises.
Bread making class
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- 4.3
- (3 reviews/stories)
The theme of the bread and cake class is "The best taste made at home". This is a one-time experience class that even beginners can enjoy, with the theme of "The best taste made at home". The ultimate goal is to "make the original bread you want to make". This plan is an adaptation of French bread, which is a little difficult, so that even beginners can easily make it.
Date Request Parent and Child Bread Making Class (Let's make Camelon Bread)
This is a bread-making class for parents and children (one adult and one child). Generally, we ask that you make a request for a date at least one week in advance of the application date. If there is availability, we may be able to accept a last-minute request. The class generally starts at 2 p.m., but may start at 10 a.m. depending on availability. 4,500 yen for one adult and one child.
- 4.8
- (4 reviews and experiences)
Using natural yeast, you can make four types of bread: sesame bread, basil bread, chocolate mini bread, and pizza bread. If you love bread or are interested in making bread with natural yeast, please come along! The duration is about 2 hours. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday: 10:00, 13:00 Friday: 10:00, 13:00, 19:00 Wednesday: 19:
Making sweets and Japanese sweets
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[Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City] Fluffy and juicy! Fruit Daifuku making experience
You make moist and chewy gyuhi dough and fill it with juicy fruit. It's a cute daifuku in three colors: smooth bean paste, strawberry milk, and matcha. *Late May to November: grape, December to mid-May: strawberry. You can experience making the dough.
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
At An, a Japanese culture experience center located on the 3rd floor of Suemasa Building in Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, anyone can enjoy experiencing Japanese culture. Why not take your first step into Japanese culture at An? We have prepared a variety of fun and educational experience programs for you! Nerikiri is a type of high-grade fresh confectionery. Using colorful bean paste, we create a variety of confections with seasonal flowers, fruits, etc.
- 4.5
- (2 reviews/experiences)
Located on the second floor of a Showa retro building in Kon'yacho, Kanda, Tokyo, An is a Japanese culture experience center where anyone can enjoy experiencing Japanese culture. Why not take your first step into Japanese culture at An? We have prepared a variety of fun and educational experience programs for you to enjoy. Three cultural experiences! (1) Making dried confectionery using real wasanbon sugar and real wooden molds.
Soba noodle making experience/Soba noodle making class
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- 4.3
- (3 reviews/stories)
[Traditional Nihachi soba noodles handed down since the Edo period] 2. Form a group of three people and make one ball of soba noodles (250g x the number of people). Afterwards, enjoy a leisurely meal of the soba noodles you made yourself. You can fully enjoy the charm of soba noodles with our proud tempura and dessert. Of course, a souvenir of soba noodles (2 servings) is also included!
- 4.7
- (3 reviews/stories)
COVID-19 prevention measures *If you are feeling unwell or have a fever, you will not be able to enter the store. *Please wear a mask, both participants and visitors. *Please wash your hands carefully and thoroughly. *Please maintain social distance from other customers. *If you need gloves, please let us know. This plan allows you to experience making authentic soba noodles with tempura.
- 4.1
- (5 reviews and experiences)
Would you like to try making 100% buckwheat soba in the ancient city of Kamakura? It's OK even if it's your first time. The owner of Kamakura Hase Shiori-an (Edo Sobalier) will give you easy instruction. Each person will make one bowl, and in the course of about two hours, you will experience everything from the buckwheat flour to the thinly sliced soba. The store will be reserved for two people. Experience flow: 1. Soba making experience ① Bowl work (
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Pizza making class
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- 5.0
- (2 reviews/experiences)
The landmark is a log house near Joren Falls, over Amagi Pass, in the center of Izu. This plan allows you to experience baking pizza in a handmade stone oven (geo-oven) made from lava (scoria) from a volcano (Mt. Hachikubo). Stretch out the fermented pizza dough and top it with fresh local ingredients as you like. Once you put it in the stone oven at about 300 degrees, a piping hot pizza will be ready in about 3 to 4 minutes. For up to 6 people
- 5.0
- (3 reviews/stories)
The flickering flames from the stone oven will soothe you♪ Your own pizza made in the middle of nature will be the most delicious! You can also bring your own ingredients to make your own original pizza♪ You can enjoy the experience of making pizza using our homemade stone oven (approximately 200g per serving). You can experience everything from rolling out the dough, putting the ingredients on top, and baking it. The chef of the forest will give you a detailed lecture.
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
This is a place you would never imagine being in Kyushu. It is located in the center of Kyushu, near the border of Kumamoto, Miyazaki, and Oita prefectures, at the foot of Mount Aso, at an altitude of 780m. Of course, it is cool in the summer, and in the winter, the temperature can drop below -10°C. Can you believe that you can see diamond dust in Kyushu? Nearby, lilies and adonis flowers grow wild, and the neighboring pastures
Entertainment and Amusement for Children
Feeling excited about experiencing something new for the first time or coming into contact with something new This is an important experience for the children.
In Japan, there are a variety of " Entertainment and Amusement " You can experience this.
In the following, Entertainment experiences that families with children can enjoy on the go We will introduce you to the following:
VR experiences and games
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- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
In this magical world of virtual reality, we are not just friends, but an invincible team! Up to six people, we unite and accept the challenge of the VR escape game together. Our smiles and exclamations echo through the virtual space, and everyone is a hero in this adventure. In this game, we cooperate, share ideas, and overcome obstacles. And this
Animal Cafe
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Weekdays only! A 1-hour plan where you can interact with hedgehogs. Enjoy being soothed by the unique hedgehogs at Nagoya's first hedgehog cafe, "Hallywood"! If you book this plan, you will receive one free Gachagasha machine for each person (worth 300 yen). *Hedgehog snacks, instant cameras, and drinks are available for an additional fee.
- 4.3
- (6 reviews and experiences)
The fee includes the experience of interacting with animals such as owls and feeding them. ☆There is no time limit due to the limit on the number of people entering, but when it is crowded, there will be a one-hour rotation. *You can enter without a reservation on the day, but there is a limit on the number of people entering. This is a popular and talked-about animal cafe in Tokyo, located 3 minutes walk from the west exit of Ikebukuro Station in Tokyo! It has owls and hedgehogs.
Play with 4 kinds of animals, pet them, and feel the excitement of animals ♡ Guinea pigs, hamsters, hedgehogs, and hamsters are waiting for you at the store! Small children can also play, so please come and visit us. Children under 3 years old are free! You can use it at your own time. *On weekends, holidays, and during busy times, the usage time is limited to 60 minutes.
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Flight simulator/Drive simulator
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◾️◾️Course content Great value student discount course at any time ・This course is aimed at kids, juniors, junior and senior high school students, and university students, but adults can also apply if they have a student ID. ・First-time participants are asked to show their student ID on the day of the experience. ・During the briefing, you will be asked to choose your "flight route" and "flight time" from approximately 45,000 major airports around the world.
The SKY Experience is the first hotel in the world to combine a flight simulator and a cabin mockup. It is equipped with a full-scale flight simulator, the Boeing 737, used by professionals for pilot training. It is equipped with full-scale switches and buttons of a real airplane, and not only is the cockpit reproduced, but the software is also
◾️◾️Course Contents・You can experience flying using all the functions installed, such as "Flying experience including takeoff, landing, and other training elements". ・Customers who do not have pilot qualifications can also experience. ・Please apply for the training course for measures for various aptitude tests. ・During the briefing, you can choose your favorite flight route from about 45,000 major airports around the world.
Escape Game
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- 3.9
- (9 reviews and experiences)
Escape from a prison cell you're locked in! Use your wits with your friends to solve the mystery. Escape games are games where you and your friends are locked in a closed environment such as a locked room, and you must find items and keys hidden in the room or solve the mystery to escape. There is a time limit, so the tension is outstanding! It's like a movie with high-tech traps.
- 4.1
- (8 reviews and experiences)
You and your friends were searching through an ancient tomb in search of treasure when you arrived at the final dungeon, where you found a laser trap. This is an ambitious plan that allows you to enjoy the excellent puzzle solving and laser traps that only a puzzle solving specialty store can offer.
[Shinjuku/Yoyogi] Fully booked! Get 100 million yen and escape! "Escape from the divided laboratory"
▼What is a Real Escape Game? ▼A scene from a typical game, "You are suddenly locked in a room and try to escape somehow." A Real Escape Game recreates that scene in the real world using the latest electronic gimmicks. In a certain story, you are suddenly locked in a room. The room has a door that cannot be opened, various tools, a dark room, and a dark room.
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Theme Parks
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- 3.5
- (1 review/experience)
"Godzilla Intercept Operation ~National Godzilla Awaji Island Research Center~" is the world's only entertainment attraction that will finally open in 2020, where you can fully experience Godzilla's power and force, themed on the world's largest life-sized Godzilla that landed on Awaji Island! Participants will become members of the National Godzilla Awaji Island Research Center and rescue Godzilla, who was put out of action by a capture operation.
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
The greenery of Yanbaru creates a forest in the heart, bringing peace and moisture. But suddenly, dinosaurs appear! You can encounter a wide variety of dinosaurs, including familiar dinosaurs such as Tyrannosaurus and Stegosaurus, as well as Parasaurolophus and Dilophosaurus. The dinosaurs in the park include playground equipment that children can ride on, and life-sized, authentic dinosaurs.
[Namba, Osaka] A first in Japan! A full-scale chabudai flip that you can actually do!
You may have seen the chabudai flip on TV or in manga, but you don't see chabudai these days. If you flip a table at home, it will be a disaster! But you can flip our chabudai as hard as you want ^^ It's no problem even if the plates on it shatter! Flip it with all your might.
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Traditional cultural experiences for children
" Visit the old to learn the new "
In Japan, there is a tradition that has been passed down since ancient times. Traditional Culture Experience " There are many.
Through experience programs held all over the country, not only children but adults can have fun together. Beautiful Japanese Culture Let's learn.
Kimono rental
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[Kyoto, Gion] Mommy and Me Plan 2 (1 woman + 2 children)
A kimono experience in Gion, Kyoto. Everything you need to wear the kimono is included in the plan. Both Chinese and English are available. There is no need to worry if you are a first-time kimono renter or a foreign customer! It is a 0-minute walk from the popular tourist spots of Gion Hanamachi and Chaya District! It is in a great location surrounded by photogenic spots.
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
This is a kimono/yukata rental plan that includes a cute and trendy hair style. Kimono, obi, underwear, sandals, bag, dressing, hair setup, hair accessories, and baggage storage.
[Tokyo, Akihabara, Kimono Rental] ★Full-scale kimono rental and dressing plan♪
Affordable prices that allow you to casually try on a kimono. A complete set of Japanese clothing (kimono, obi, Japanese bag, sandals, hairpin) and a standard hair set is included for 3,278 yen including tax. You can choose from a selection of simple colors and patterns, and the dressing takes only about 20 minutes. Head to Akihabara, the mecca of subculture, in a Japanese outfit!
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Ninja, Samurai and Warrior Experience
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[Gifu/Takayama] Easy Ninja experience! ★Kotaro Course★
- 5.0
- (2 reviews/experiences)
Children and beginners are also welcome! This is a course recommended for those who want to try being a ninja casually! It is a great deal because you can choose your favorite "1 drink" and "ninja training" which includes the experience of "shuriken, blowgun, and sword iaido". [Course contents] Shuriken... Throw a real iron shuriken at a target made of wood or straw.
[Osaka] Go on a Ninja experience and stroll!
Ninjas, with their well-trained minds and bodies, operate in the underworld as spies, hiding in the shadows... In this plan, you will dress up in a full-fledged ninja costume and learn ninja movements and weapons. *Currently, we are not offering any options.
[Gifu/Takayama] Very popular! Ninja experience ★Sasuke course★
- 5.0
- (2 reviews/experiences)
Master your ninja skills through various training and take on top secret missions! Experience training using ninja tools! This course includes ninja training, which includes the experience of shuriken, blowgun, and sword iaido, and you can choose one drink of your choice. It's a great deal because you can also wear a ninja costume. If you pass the training and successfully complete the mission,
Old-fashioned games
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[Wakayama, Tanabe City, Ryujin Village] Making a rubber band gun
We will make a cool rubber band gun using wood from Ryujin Village. ~Schedule~ ① Check the materials ② Safety instruction ③ Explanation of how to make it ④ Work ⑤ Check the operation ⑥ Finishing
[Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto] Become an aristocrat from the Heian period and play fan throwing games!
This plan allows you to wear the costume of an aristocrat from the Heian period and enjoy the game of Tosenkyo! Tosenkyo is a traditional indoor game that originated in Kyoto. You throw a fan at a target called a "butterfly" and score points depending on the position of the fan and how the butterfly falls. This plan can be enjoyed by friends, family, or even by yourself! Why not enjoy an elegant moment wearing a graceful Heian period costume?
[Oita/Beppu] Let's make your own traditional "bamboo craft"! You can also play with bamboo!
- 5.0
- (2 reviews/experiences)
Oita Prefecture has a long history of bamboo crafts, which are said to date back to the Muromachi period when people made and sold baskets for peddling, and the prefecture accounts for 80% of Japan's bamboo production. Today, bamboo crafts are very popular, and the prefecture is home to the only bamboo crafts training school in the country. This facility is operated as an incubation facility for the Beppu Bamboo Crafts Association.
Japanese dance experience
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- 5.0
- (3 reviews/stories)
We will provide thorough instruction so that even beginners can dance a piece of Japanese dance. You will be able to experience the beauty of traditional Japanese dance and feel its charm.
- 5.0
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A special performance by Kanazawa Geisha, "Kanazawa Geisha Dance," will be held at the Ishikawa Prefectural Music Hall (1 minute walk from Kanazawa Station). Kanazawa has three teahouse districts, Higashi Chaya District, Nishi Chaya District, and Kazuemachi Chaya District, where the traditional streetscapes are still carefully preserved. Each district has its own charm and is famous as a tourist destination.
Learn how to greet, walk, and behave from the head of the Shinkawa School of Japanese dance. Shinkawa School has a wide variety of dances, from classical Japanese dance to Kabuki dance and Bon Odori. Head of the school, Shinkawa Seno, will provide careful instruction so that everyone from children and students to the elderly can enjoy the class. Yukata rentals are available, so please change into one first. Obi
Calligraphy experience/class
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This is an experiential tour where you can experience calligraphy, an art and culture that Japan is proud of, and create two pieces of work. Each participant will receive one piece of work created by our instructor. It is an original, not a print. The type to display on a desk comes with a frame as shown in the photo. The large type is only available as a real thing. How to hold the brush, basic
[Osaka Castle] Experience Hinomoto Ichi's calligraphy master class in a kimono
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Kanji characters have meaning in every single character, and because the typefaces are perceived as beautiful, kanji characters themselves are very popular among foreigners, and many of you may have seen foreigners walking around wearing T-shirts with large kanji characters printed on them, or with kanji tattoos on their bodies.
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In a small conference room, you will experience the basic techniques of calligraphy under the guidance of an instructor. You will finish by creating one or two pieces of work that you can display at home. After the calligraphy experience, you will stroll around Oyama Shopping Street, which is 1.2 km long and has over 300 shops and restaurants, and have lunch. Transfer to the train and bus to the Akatsuka area. You will see the Tokyo Great Buddha, Akatsuka Fudo Falls, and Akatsuka Botanical Gardens.
*The content of this article is current as of December 2024.