Going out with kids! Popular rankings of hidden gems and indoor play areas in Kyoto

[Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City] Making a Matcha Parfait at a Yatsuhashi Shop

We will make three-colored Yatsuhashi dumplings, matcha jelly, and matcha syrup by hand. Then, we will whip the matcha cream and arrange various ingredients such as bean paste and ice cream in a cute glass. Have fun making and eating Yatsuhashi shop's "Matcha Parfait"♪ *Due to preparation, we will only accept reservations until 12:00 the day before.

[Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple] Experience Japanese sweets in a kimono (yukata) 5,950 yen (excluding tax) Recommended for families and couples! A great value collaboration plan

You can enjoy a Japanese sweets experience in a kimono!! We have a wide selection of kimonos (yukata) for women, men, and children (up to 5 people can be booked). Both kimono rental and Japanese sweets experience are available for people 5 years old and above, so it is also recommended for families! [Price] Kimono (yukata) rental + Japanese sweets experience 6,545 yen (tax included) Kimono (yukata) rental

[Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward] Matcha, dried sweets and Nerikiri Japanese sweets making experience! Welcome to the wonderful world of tea! 1 minute walk from Gojo Station

At An Kyoto, a Japanese culture experience center located in Karasuma-Gojo, Kyoto, anyone can enjoy experiencing Japanese culture. Why not take your first step into Japanese culture at An Kyoto? We have prepared a variety of fun and educational experience programs for you to enjoy. Among these are the hands-on tea ceremony experience, the Nerikiri Japanese sweets making experience, and the Wasanbon mold making experience.

[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.

[Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City] A Japanese sweet originating from Kyoto! Delicious! Experience making Mitarashi dango

You will experience making the dough for mitarashi dango, a Japanese confectionery dedicated to Shimogamo Shrine in Kyoto. You can also enjoy making the rich Kyoto-style sauce. You can taste the completed mitarashi dango on the spot.

[Kita-ku, Kyoto *For preschoolers] Parent-child weaving experience (hand weaving) & workshop tour - Experience the finest traditional Nishiki textiles, art and history

[Parent-child weaving experience *for preschoolers] This is a plan for about 1.5 hours in which you can experience weaving a 10cm square silk fabric and tour the workshop. You can take the completed work home on the same day. You can casually weave with your preschooler. Feel the "texture" of the fabric you have woven. It is a valuable experience to see, touch, and learn about the history of Japan's world-class art works.

[Yosano Town, Kyoto] Put your wishes into four threads and make your own original friendship bracelet using 100% silk threads of your choice and braided cords!

This is a 100% silk weaving experience that can only be found in a town that prospered through the high-quality silk fabric "Tango Chirimen." The experience will take place at the "former Kayo Town Hall" located in the traditional buildings preservation district. Feel free to drop by with your family or friends during your free time between trips. The thread is 100% silk, so it feels amazing against the skin! It's a simple process that even children can easily do.

[Kyoto Nishikyogoku] Enjoy a 100% traditional Roketsu dyeing experience! No artistic sense required, even children are welcome (T-shirts and tote bags)

In this plan, you can choose from the M course, a T-shirt (90-XXXL), and a tote bag (M size) and experience the entire process of the traditional Japanese craft of batik, from drawing to dyeing and drying. No artistic sense necessary, even children are welcome! A batik dyeing craftsman will provide careful instruction.

[Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward] Yuzen dyeing experience ~ Easy and fun "Yuzen dyeing introductory course" 5 minutes walk from Nijojo-mae Station!

Using a technique called "Surikomi Yuzen," you can dye patterns onto handkerchiefs, folding fans, wrapping cloths, book covers, drawstring bags, etc., using stencils and brushes. This is especially recommended for those who want to casually experience Yuzen dyeing as a memento of their trip to Kyoto, or for those who want to enjoy making art with friends.

[Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto] Easy but authentic lighting! Washi candle lamp course, 40 minutes to complete!

The "Washi Candle Lamp Course" uses a glass candle holder as a base, and then you paste colorfully dyed, extremely thin washi paper onto it, then use the wide selection of cutout punches to cut out your favorite patterns and create your own layout! Anyone can easily make a very nice washi paper lamp. It's not just a candle, but the light that shines through the washi paper fills the space with a very soft glow.

[Kyoto] Enjoy a relaxing pottery making experience in a townhouse in Nishijin, Kyoto

As a memorable memory of your trip to Kyoto, why not try pottery making at the "Oriyaken" artist's studio, a Kyoto townhouse where you can live and work? Our studio uses an old Oriyaken townhouse where Nishijin textiles were actually made, so you can enjoy a pottery making experience in a relaxing space that makes you feel like you've traveled back in time to old Kyoto. Even small children can experience it. It's easy even for beginners, as all you have to do is pile up string-like clay.

[Kyoto/Chukyo] Make two pieces of pottery! Electric potter's wheel course (5 minutes walk from Nishioji-Oike Station on the subway) Come empty-handed!

This is a course where you can use an electric potter's wheel to make up to two pieces of pottery using 700g of clay. Make your favorite bowls, such as rice bowls, teacups, mugs, soup cups, bowls, and serving plates. Children from 3 years old can join the experience, so the whole family can have fun together. A potter will provide careful instruction. Please come and join us.

[Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple] 3-minute walk to Kiyomizu-dera Temple Kimono (yukata) + pottery experience 6,000 yen (excluding tax) Recommended for families and couples

This is a great combination of the popular "Kimono Rental" and "Pottery Experience" in Kyoto, perfect for families and couples! You can come to the store empty-handed! You can enjoy the pottery experience while wearing your kimono!! (We will lend you an apron during the pottery experience) We have a wide selection of kimonos for women, men, and children, so we are looking forward to welcoming you on your family trip! (Maximum of 5 people)

[Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward] Kiyomizu-yaki mug and teacup painting experience

You can experience traditional Japanese culture at Kyoto Tower near Kyoto Station. Akaneya Kyoto Tower Sando Branch, which is the most easily accessible, offers a variety of traditional craft experiences for everyone from small children to grandparents. Try the "Kiyomizu-yaki (mug/teacup) overglaze painting experience," which is rare at most branches. Create memories of your trip.

[Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple] Child Maiko Plan Photo book and data included 28,000 yen ⇒ 14,000 yen (excluding tax)

●Price: 14,000 yen (excluding tax)●Time required: Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes * (It may take longer during peak seasons and on weekends and holidays) + time it takes for you to get ready to go home●Plan contents: ・Makeup ・Dressing up (you can choose your favorite kimono) ・Half wig ・2 indoor shots + 2 tatami room shots (photo book)

[Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward] Matcha and Nerikiri making experience! Welcome to the wonderful world of tea! 1 minute walk from Gojo Station

• 4.2
• (22 reviews and experiences)

At An Kyoto, a Japanese culture experience center located in Karasuma-Gojo, Kyoto, anyone can enjoy experiencing Japanese culture. Why not take your first step into Japanese culture at An Kyoto? We have prepared a variety of fun and educational experience programs for you to enjoy. Nerikiri is a type of high-quality fresh confectionery. Using colorful bean paste, you can create seasonal flowers, fruits, and more.

[Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward] Experience making Japanese sweets with matcha tea! 1 minute walk from Gojo Station

• 3.5
• (2 reviews/experiences)

At An Kyoto, a Japanese culture experience center located in Karasuma-Gojo, Kyoto, anyone can enjoy experiencing Japanese culture. Why not take your first step into Japanese culture at An Kyoto? We have prepared a variety of fun and educational experience programs for you to enjoy. In the Japanese sweets making experience, each person will make two seasonal Japanese sweets.

[Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward] Experience making dried sweets! Welcome to the world of traditional Japanese sweets, dried sweets! 1 minute walk from Gojo Station

• 3.4
• (4 reviews and experiences)

At An Kyoto, a Japanese culture experience center located in Karasuma-Gojo, Kyoto, anyone can enjoy experiencing Japanese culture. Why not take your first step into Japanese culture at An Kyoto? We have prepared a variety of fun and educational experience programs for you to enjoy. For the dried confectionery making, each person can choose their favorite shape and make their own dried confectionery.

[Kyoto, Nijo Castle North] Experience making key chains using Kyoto twisted tassels and Kyoto braided cords!

• 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

[Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward] Experience making dried sweets with matcha tea! 1 minute walk from Gojo Station

At An Kyoto, a Japanese culture experience center located in Karasuma-Gojo, Kyoto, anyone can enjoy experiencing Japanese culture. Why not take your first step into Japanese culture at An Kyoto? We have prepared a variety of fun and educational experience programs for you to enjoy. For the dried confectionery making, each person can choose their favorite shape and make their own dried confectionery.

[Near Kyoto Aquarium] Make a natural stone bracelet to improve your luck! ~ Recommended for women, couples, and families!

• 4.7
• (35 reviews and experiences)

This plan allows you to make your own original bracelet using natural stones. Natural stones have mysterious powers and have been used as talismans and amulets since ancient times, and have been treasured as stones that bring good luck. Why not combine stones that have the power to make wishes come true and make your own bracelet? At our store, not only can you choose your favorite natural stones,

Limited dates! From 4,000 yen [3 minutes walk from Kyoto Station] A gorgeous transformation in Kyoto! "Otome Plan" can be experienced alone or with friends!

• 4.6
• (9 reviews and experiences)

Just a 3-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station! Experience the glamorous courtesan lifestyle in Kyoto! We will help you create the best memories in Kyoto. The courtesan plan for 5,500 yen includes dressing, makeup, hair styling, photography by a photographer, and 5 minutes of photography in the studio with your smartphone. We also take group photos of 2 or more people. Our staff will do their best to make you look like a cute courtesan.

[Kyoto, Nijo Castle North] The perfect Kyoto souvenir! Experience making your very own rosary (prayer beads)

• 4.8
• (20 reviews and experiences)

This is a hands-on experience of making prayer beads. This is an experience of making simplified prayer beads that can be used widely and generally. You will combine wooden beads and precious stones (crystal, jade, etc.) by yourself, thread them on a string by yourself, braid the string by yourself, choose a tassel, and attach it by yourself. You will make a one-of-a-kind prayer bead and you can take it home. You can keep it for yourself or with your family.

[Kyoto, Nijo Castle North] Experience making scented sachets that are perfect as souvenirs from Kyoto! You can easily experience this experience in between sightseeing!

• 4.8
• (3 reviews/experiences)

Sachets have a long history and have been used since the Nara period. They are also effective at repelling insects due to their natural fragrance, and you can easily enjoy the scent by putting one in your closet as an invisible precaution to transfer the scent to your clothes or in your bag. You can make your own scent by mixing fine fragrant wood chips and putting it in a small brocade bag to make a sachet. Kyoto Souvenir