Kyoto Sightseeing Experiences and recommended activities that kids will love

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Kyoto When we think of sightseeing, we tend to think of temples and shrines, but In fact, there are many spots where children can enjoy themselves. .

For families who don't like crowds at tourist destinations, this time we'll introduce Little-known spots in Kyoto that kids will love I'd like to introduce!

Experiences and activities that can be enjoyed together in the surrounding area We also introduce them, so please feel free to use them as a reference.

Kyoto sightseeing spot 1 that kids will love | Toei Uzumasa Eigamura

Kyoto Toei Uzumasa Movie Village

" Toei Uzumasaeigamura "teeth, Located about 5 minutes walk from JR Uzumasa Station, An experiential theme park where you can enjoy the world of movies is.

Inside the park, there is a landscape that recreates the town of Edo, and no matter where you take a photo, it has a picturesque atmosphere!
You can actually see the sets used for filming historical dramas. .

It's a theme park that can be enjoyed by both children and adults, but there are lots of ways to especially enjoy it for children!
" Little ninja experience ” is a plan where you can rent an original ninja costume and walk around the park. . I highly recommend this as it allows you to immerse yourself in the world of Edo.

" Karakuri Ninja House "or" The scariest haunted house in history - Cursed Doll "" 3D maze ninja fortress In addition to permanent attractions such as ``'', there are also limited-time events such as collaboration events with anime characters, so you can enjoy it all day long!

An image of the handmade oshikomi experience at “Tsumugu Kobo Arashiyama store”

In addition to sightseeing, Kyoto offers a wealth of experiences and activities. .

Kyoto There are various plans that allow you to experience unique craftsmanship, so why not try them out as well?

[Kyoto Prefecture/Kyoto City] Traditional Kyoto dyeing ☆ Hand-painted Yuzen experience! Perfect as a memento of your trip or as a souvenir!

Yatsuhashian and Shuuyakata
Arashiyama/Sagano/Takao

This plan is not available in English.

Have fun learning about Kyoto's culture! Try Kyoto's traditional craft, "Hand-painted Yuzen." You can experience hand-painted Yuzen by choosing your favorite pattern such as butterflies, rabbits, and tigers on handkerchiefs processed with gold-plated metal. In addition to handkerchiefs, the items produced include masks, school tote bags, and T-shirts. The mask is hand-painted on a plain white mask (cat or fox).

[Kyoto/Arashiyama] Traditional crafts! Handmade tumbler experience ~ Popular with couples, friends, and families with children! (50 minutes)

Tsumugu Kobo Arashiyama store
Arashiyama/Sagano/Takao

This plan is not available in English.

Perfect for souvenirs! Experience making Ogari Koboshi ♪ Experience Kyoto's traditional crafts and make memories at this popular spot that everyone can feel is ``Kyoto-like!''

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Kyoto sightseeing spots that kids will love 2|Railway Museum

Kyoto Railway Museum

" Kyoto Railway Museum "teeth, One of Japan's largest railway museums located in Umekoji, Kyoto is.
Based on the concept of "a railway cultural hub that works with the local community", See, touch, experience Through this, you can learn about the history, safety, and charm of railways.

From SL locomotives to Shinkansen, 54 valuable cars on display Children who love trains should be very excited!
On the second floor of the main building, train drivers actually use it for training. driving simulator You can also enjoy viewing the entire railway system by driving through a model. railway diorama There are plenty of experiential exhibits.

If you're hungry, head to the restaurant on the second floor of the building. From the restaurant window, you can see trains in action, including the JR Kyoto Line and the Tokaido Shinkansen. . There are also menus with trains and railways as motifs, so you can immerse yourself in the world of trains while dining!

After enjoying the Kyoto Railway Museum, go around the museum. Kyoto-like experience Would you like to try it?
There are plenty of valuable experiences where you can create things together with monks!

"SALE!" [Plan with sutra and sermon] Experience making prayer beads with a monk 2,800 yen ⇒ 2,500 yen

Experience workshop temple space
Around Kyoto Station

This plan is not available in English.

Discount campaign underway!

``Give you a taste of Kyoto that can only be found here'' Why not make your own original prayer beads before visiting Kyoto's temples? After making the bracelet prayer beads, we offer the finished product to the Buddha and have them recite the sutra together. After the sutra, you can listen to a sermon while drinking tea. Please stop by this space before visiting Kyoto's temples and shrines!

"SALE!" [Plan with sutra and sermon] Incense making experience with a monk 2,800 yen ⇒ 2,500 yen

Experience workshop temple space
Around Kyoto Station

This plan is not available in English.

Discount campaign underway!

``Bringing the essence of Kyoto to you'' Spend a moment enjoying the scents of Kyoto. Would you like to make incense sticks with a monk? You can create your own original incense sticks by blending various fragrances to your liking. After making the incense sticks, we will offer the finished product to the Buddha and have them recite the sutra together. After the sutra, you can listen to a sermon while drinking tea. Before visiting temples and shrines in Kyoto

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Sightseeing in Kyoto 3 spots that kids will love | Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan Kyoto Factory

Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan Kyoto Factory

" Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan Kyoto Factory ” means A factory that manufactures juice drinks and other products that are familiar to our daily lives. is.

At the Kyoto factory Holding a factory tour and You can see up close how juice drinks are manufactured, and learn about the history of Coca-Cola through 3D images. We offer programs that stimulate intellectual curiosity.

The content can be understood by 3rd grade elementary school students, so the whole family can enjoy it!
In the exhibition corner, labels from the first generation Coca-Cola are also on display, so even adults can feel like children and fall in love with the product.

Reservations are required, but free A great place to enjoy at is!

sister@bear's cookie making experience

Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan Kyoto Factory is located in Kumiyama town, a tourist destination in Kyoto famous for matcha. Uji Good access to!

In addition to enjoying delicious matcha and sweets in Uji, you can also enjoy a variety of experiences. . Please enjoy it with your children!

Kyoto/Uji [Glass Course] Glass sculpture carved with sand! Even if you're not good at making original glasses with the sandblasting experience, it's okay. We have a wide variety of designs available!

GALLERY OKUBO
Nagaokakyo/Uji/Minamiyama Castle

This plan is not available in English.

Original glass course from 3,500 yen Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 1 item per person (If you would like more than one item, you can add it for an additional cost of materials) Fee: 3,500 yen or more (materials included) ) *Optionally, enter your name, initials, or other characters of your choice.

[Kyoto/Uji] Rice flour cookie can making experience

sister@bear
Nagaokakyo/Uji/Minamiyama Castle

This plan is not available in English.

This is an experience of making cookie tins containing icing cookies. We use powdered vegetables and fruits for coloring so that even health-conscious people and children can enjoy it with peace of mind. All cutting die sizes, recipes, and process charts are included so you can recreate the exact same thing at home! You can choose one of three types of cookie tins. About 30 minutes by train and walk from Kyoto Station

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Kyoto sightseeing spots 4 that kids will love | Samurai Ninja Experience Museum Kyoto

Kyoto Located about a minute walk from Nishiki Market, one of the most famous tourist spots in Samurai Ninja Experience Museum Kyoto ”.
What is Samurai Ninja Experience Museum Kyoto? It is a symbol of Japanese culture An experiential museum where you can experience samurai and ninja experiences is.

The museum exhibits weapons and tools that are said to have been used before the Edo period, such as samurai armor and swords, and ninja shuriken.

Don't just watch and learn " Samurai sword experience "or" Ninja shuriken tournament ”, so you can experience samurai culture and ninja history while having fun yourself. .
It's sure to tickle your child's curiosity!

Experience workshop Yusai's Kyo twisting workshop and Kyo braid key chain making experience

For families with children who want to experience more of Japanese culture and tradition, there are events held around the Samurai Ninja Experience Museum Kyoto. Manufacturing experience We recommend that you participate!

Experience learning techniques for dyeing kimono and obi or, Experience making traditional Japanese crafts I can. Why not try making an original item as a memento of your trip?

[Kyoto/Nijo Johoku] Experience making keychains using Kyoto yorifusa and Kyoto kumihimo (kumihimo)!

Experience workshop Yusai
Kawaramachi/Karasuma/Omiya area
2,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

Make a keychain using Kyoto twisted tassels. Make a ``Kumihimo'' like ``Your Name''. Choose up to two colored threads and assemble them into groups of four. Tie a knot and attach it to the tassel to create a keychain. Kanai-musubi is a type of knotting that has been used in Kyoto braiding for a long time as a knot that makes wishes come true. twisted tassel

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

KyoYuzenWorkshop Marumasu Nishimuraya
Kawaramachi/Karasuma/Omiya area
1,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

Using a technique called ``Surigo Yuzen'', you can dye patterns on handkerchiefs, folding fans, furoshiki, book covers, purses, etc. using paper patterns and a brush. This is especially recommended for those who want to casually experience Yuzen dyeing as a memento of their trip to Kyoto, and those who want to have fun creating pieces with friends.

Kyoto sightseeing 5 spots that kids will love | Fukuchiyama City Children's Science Museum

Fukuchiyama City Children's Science Museum

" Fukuchiyama City Children's Science Museum "teeth, An experiential science museum where you can cultivate your imagination through science and learn while having fun. is.

There are corners in the building that children of all ages can enjoy, but the highlight is the " dynamic tower of power ”. You can see the ball coming out of the top lift and moving powerfully through various mechanisms. .

" planetarium ”, and the admission fee is 330 yen for adults and 160 yen for ages 4 to junior high school students, so it's a great value and reasonably priced!
There is also a kids corner, so small children can play together.

Sandanike Park Botanical Garden

Fukuchiyama City Children's Science Museum is located within Sandanike Park.

Sandanike Park also has a botanical garden and a zoo, so you can stop by while you're at it! Perfect for a weekend getaway.

Enjoy sightseeing in Kyoto with your kids!

A family enjoying sightseeing in Kyoto

This time, Little-known spots in Kyoto that kids will love We have featured.

In Kyoto, A typical Japanese spot where you can experience samurai and ninja experiences familiar from A factory that makes Coca-Cola drinks There are many spots that kids can enjoy!

Please enjoy the activities and experiences we introduced!

*The contents of this article are current as of March 2024.

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