What is Japanese culture? Popular activities to experience traditional culture

[Kyoto, Kameoka] Experience swordsmithing in the depths of Kyoto! Making authentic swords using "Tamahagane", the same material as Japanese swords <Shodai Swordsmith Workshop>

• 4.9
• (16 reviews and experiences)

***********************Information regarding reservations and inquiries during the New Year's holiday period***********************We will be closed during the following period. Closing period: Saturday, December 28, 2024 to Sunday, January 5, 2025 *Inquiries received during the above period will be processed from Monday, January 6 onwards.

[Tokyo, Kanda] [Two-item Matcha Experience Course] Make your own matcha and Nerikiri Japanese sweets

• 4.3
• (23 reviews and experiences)

Located on the second floor of a Showa retro building in Konyacho, Kanda, Tokyo, An is a Japanese culture experience where anyone can enjoy 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! ≪Two wonderful experiences: Matcha tea and Nerikiri Japanese sweets making≫〈1〉Make your own O

[Ishikawa・Kanazawa] "Kanazawa Geisha" is a special performance where you can experience traditional Japanese dance and parlor games by geishas who usually do not accept first-time visitors! 1 minute walk from Kanazawa Station!

• 5.0
• (3 reviews/stories)

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.

[Okinawa, Naha] Just 10 seconds walk from Kokusai Street! Lots of varieties! "Shisa painting experience"

• 4.3
• (15 reviews and experiences)

Naha Airport - about 10 minutes by car! Just 10 seconds on foot from Kokusai Street in Naha, Okinawa, the easily accessible "Handmade Experience Workshop Tianda" offers a variety of hand-made experience menus that families, couples, and friends can easily participate in. In this plan, you can paint a bisque shisa and finish it into an original shisa.

[Okinawa, Naha, Shisa making, accessory making] You can make a reservation without deciding on a course! You can choose the menu after visiting the store.

• 4.6
• (6 reviews and experiences)

Naha Airport is about 10 minutes by car! Just 10 seconds on foot from Kokusai Street in Naha, Okinawa, the easily accessible "Handmade Experience Workshop Tianda" offers a variety of handmade experience menus that families, couples, and friends can easily participate in. With this plan, you can make a reservation without deciding on a course! Please tell the staff on the day what you would like to do! Reservations are for making earrings.

[Kyoto Higashiyama] 60-minute chopstick-making experience! Make your own original Japanese goods in a 120-year-old Kyoto townhouse ★ Beginners, couples, and parents and children welcome (reservations accepted until the evening of the previous day)

• 5.0
• (3 reviews/stories)

Why not make your own chopsticks in a nostalgic space? Make them a memento of your trip to Kyoto, a girls' night out, or a gift for a special someone... You can take home the product you made on the same day.

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

• 4.1
• (49 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. In the Japanese sweets making experience, you will make two seasonal Japanese sweets per person.

[Kyoto, Kameoka] Experience swordsmithing in the depths of Kyoto! Authentic Japanese-style knife making experience - half-day course - <Shodai Swordsmith Workshop>

• 5.0
• (4 reviews and experiences)

***********************Information regarding reservations and inquiries during the New Year's holiday period***********************We will be closed during the following period. Closing period: Saturday, December 28, 2024 to Sunday, January 5, 2025 *Inquiries received during the above period will be processed from Monday, January 6 onwards.

[Osaka・Shinsaibashi Station] Haniwa-making experience course Fun for everyone from small children to adults!

• 4.7
• (54 reviews and experiences)

Speaking of the World Heritage site, Emperor Nintoku's Mausoleum, you've got to think of haniwa. Full of a handmade feel! Enjoy making your own haniwa with the feeling of playing with clay. The work is finished with a "yakishime" technique that preserves the earthy feel. The body of the haniwa is made by wrapping clay around the body mold. Then, you can make the hands and other parts as you like, and make holes for the eyes and mouth. Using fine clay,

Experience making chopsticks using a plane in Ginza, Tokyo ♪ NEW OPENING on 12/10!

Experience making chopsticks using a plane in Ginza, Tokyo. ★Chopstick making experience recommended for couples and families★ This is a chopstick making workshop using a plane. You can have fun making your own chopsticks with your family, couples, or friends. ◆Process◆ 1. Choose the wood (12 types) 2. Choose the length of the chopsticks (2 types) 3. Set the chopsticks on the stand and use the plane to carve them.

[Ishikawa・Kanazawa] Spend a wonderful time just for the two of you♪ Standard plan for couples walking around Kanazawa in kimono

• 4.6
• (9 reviews and experiences)

This is a kimono rental plan with dressing included at Kimono Rental Akari. It is located in Omicho Market in the center of Kanazawa, making it very accessible. It is perfect for couples, girls' trips, and family trips to make memories! The approximate time required is just under an hour. Umbrellas are available for free rental on rainy days. The photo shoot option in the store or at tourist spots is also popular. ~ Flow of the day ~ 1. Visit the store When you arrive at the store, complete the reception.

[Fukuoka, Tenjin] Full kimono set, hair styling and dressing included! Free umbrella rental on rainy days ♪

At "Kimono Rental VASARA Fukuoka Tenjin Nishidori Store," we offer various plans that allow you to come to the store empty-handed, change into your favorite kimono, and stroll around. There are over 1,000 types of designer kimonos! Please choose your favorite kimono at the store.

【Ishikawa・金沢】二人だけの素敵な時間を過ごす♪着物で金沢街歩きカップルプレミアムプラン

• 4.5
• (4 reviews and experiences)

This is a kimono rental plan with dressing included at Kimono Rental Akari. It is located in Omicho Market in the center of Kanazawa, making it very accessible. It is perfect for couples, girls' trips, and family trips to make memories! The approximate time required is just under an hour. Umbrellas are available for free rental on rainy days. The photo shoot option in the store or at tourist spots is also popular. ~ Flow of the day ~ 1. Visit the store When you arrive at the store, complete the reception.

[Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto] A popular permanent program in Kyoto! Experience tea ceremony with a maiko (premium course)

• 5.0
• (3 reviews/stories)

Introducing a program that is extremely popular in Kyoto! Not only can you watch the elegant Kyomai dance right before your eyes, but you can also enjoy the tea ceremony with a real maiko! Take a commemorative photo with a maiko! Play in the entertainment district with a maiko! What's more, snacks and drinks are served! You can enjoy a dreamlike time at a great price! ●Price 6,950 yen/person

[Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto] A popular permanent program in Kyoto! Tatami-mat dinner course with a maiko! 1 minute walk from Gojo Station!

• 4.0
• (3 reviews/stories)

The third installment of the popular Kyoto Maiko program is here! You can meet real Maikos at this price and service! Enjoy Kyoto's traditional restaurant cuisine while watching the Maikos perform Kyomai dance! ●Price 8,950 yen/person *Children over 2 years old will be charged the regular price. ●Seat options SS seats (front row) +3,300 yen S2 seats (second row)

【Kyoto・清水寺】　リーズナブルにMaiko experience！　Maiko撮影プラン18,000circle→8,900circle(税別)　

• 4.5
• (3 reviews/stories)

メイク・着付け・カツラ・撮影2カット・自由撮影10分・写真2枚(はがきサイズ)自由撮影10分はお手持ちのカメラ・スマホで自由に撮影していただけます.＊自然な仕上がりの半カツラがお勧めです(別途2,310circle、当日受付でお申込みいただけます)

【Osaka・天六】参加型時代劇エンターテインメント『侍かふぇ』

[What is Samurai Cafe?] It is a "participatory period drama entertainment" where customers come on stage and have a great time becoming the leading roles in a period drama. It is an entertainment show that can be enjoyed by children and adults alike, with plenty to see, such as sword fights and action between samurai and ninjas, and a gorgeous and luxurious procession of courtesans!

[Miyagi・Shiraishi] Easy experience! Try on armor in one of only five restored wooden castle towers in the country "Shiraishi Castle Armor Experience Bamboo Course"

★Enjoy a special experience by wearing armor in one of only five restored wooden castle towers in the country★ You can enjoy the experience of trying on armor at the castle tower of Shiroishi Castle in Shiroishi City, Miyagi Prefecture. "Ashigaru-san" will help you put on armor modeled after famous warlords (Katakura Kojuro Kagetsuna, Sanada Yukimura). Although it is a simpler armor than full-scale armor, it includes a helmet, torso, gauntlets, etc.

[Osaka, Namba/Nihonbashi] Japanese sword-cutting experience! A real samurai culture experience supervised by the world's best Iaijutsu master, Isao Machii

• 4.9
• (7 reviews and experiences)

He has also appeared in various media outlets! This is a facility where you can experience authentic samurai culture, supervised by Isao Machii, the world's best iaido master, who is also known for his iaido technique, which involves cutting 6mm BB bullets flying at high speed. In addition to the samurai sword-cutting experience, you can also learn about the structure of the sword and how to use it correctly, as well as a wealth of knowledge about samurai and Japanese swords.

【Tokyo】乗合船プラン！２名様よりご乗船できます！江戸の舟遊び！HouseboatIshikawa丸　

• 5.0
• (2 reviews/experiences)

大江戸線勝どき駅から徒歩５分.乗船時間2時間30分（飲み放題）！2人から受付しています！少人数でもご乗船できます.ご家族、友人、恋人などで気軽にご利用ください.江戸風流HouseboatでTokyoの水辺をご案内.

[Tokyo, Odaiba] Private charter for up to 12 people! Luxury cruise plan with on-board bar ☆ Meal & first drink included. 5 minutes walk from Kachidoki Station

This plan involves boarding a chartered cruise ship, enjoying luxurious meals and drinks, and cruising around while admiring the scenery. Even the scenery you usually see, such as Odaiba and Toyosu, looks completely different when viewed from a ship! You'll never get bored just looking at the scenery! Since it's a completely private chartered ship, you can have the luxury of having the 360° panoramic view of Tokyo Bay all to yourself.

A Deeper Look into Asakusa ～Discovering the Mysterious Lives of Oiran～

We will be holding a one-of-a-kind tour in Asakusa, one of Japan's biggest tourist destinations, where you can encounter the mysterious yet globally popular "oiran." In addition to spending time with the oiran, you can also enjoy sightseeing in Asakusa, watching a performance at a theater, and a premium dinner. At the end of the tour, you will also receive a gift of memorable photos and videos, making it a luxurious tour.

Experience calligraphy [Kyoto Calligraphy: Experience Japanese calligraphy - Create your own calligraphy piece and take it home with tea, Japanese sweets, and souvenirs

Why not try calligraphy in a room of a former Japanese restaurant overlooking the Kamo River in Kyoto? We welcome both foreign and Japanese guests! Calligraphy, a traditional Japanese culture, can help you calm your mind. You can write your favorite characters or write your name in kanji and take it home as a work of art. If you wish, you can receive a calligraphy certificate. Tea, Japanese sweets, and a gift are included.

Make your Osaka Night Memorable with Japanese cultural experiences

You will experience posture, ink grinding techniques,and brush handling as you try writing basic characters.At the end, you can write your favorite ch

Learn Zen in a class of making Japanese sweets and Tea ceremony kimono

-Wagashi is traditional Japanese confectionery that expresses the seasons. Wagashi is characterized by colorful designs and beautiful craftsmanship, e

[Tokyo, Asakusa] A 180-minute course to fully explore Asakusa using Japan's traditional vehicle, the rickshaw

Tokyo Rickshaw strives to make as many customers as possible smile and create a memorable page through our rickshaw tours in Tokyo's Asakusa, where the good old traditional culture remains. We will also introduce Asakusa and restaurants, and when you ride with us, we will take commemorative photos at each famous spot!

[Tokyo/Asakusa] Japan's traditional vehicle, rickshaw: standard and hidden luxury 120-minute course

Tokyo Rickshaw strives to make as many customers as possible smile and create a memorable page through our rickshaw tours in Tokyo's Asakusa, where the good old traditional culture remains. We will also introduce Asakusa and restaurants, and when you ride with us, we will take commemorative photos at each famous spot!

[Tokyo/Asakusa] A 90-minute photo tour of Japan's traditional vehicle, the rickshaw

Tokyo Rickshaw strives to make as many customers as possible smile and create a memorable page through our rickshaw tours in Tokyo's Asakusa, where the good old traditional culture remains. We will also introduce Asakusa and restaurants, and when you ride with us, we will take commemorative photos at each famous spot!

[Tokyo] Experience a tour to see the exciting morning practice of the traditional Japanese national sport "Sumo" with an English guide

This plan is recommended for sumo fans and those welcoming guests from overseas. Sumo is a popular Japanese martial art with a long tradition dating back to ancient times. On this tour, you can see the serious training of sumo wrestlers as they prepare for the main tournament (match), which you don't usually get to see, and take photos with the wrestlers. In addition, you will be able to watch the main tournament (match) from a distance,

[Ryogoku, Tokyo] ★Fully reserved private event★Japanese traditional culture experience <Sumo show by former sumo wrestlers, held in English>★Sumo restaurant

• 5.0
• (3 reviews/stories)

★Completely private event★ We will hold a private event (without other guests) for your group, family, or organization. Since it is a private event, those who wish to do so will actually step onto the ring and experience sumo, including stomp. Please read the information to the end and apply. Learn about sumo, a traditional Japanese culture.

[Izumisano City] ◎Sumo show + sumo & kimono experience ◎"A sumo culture experience that can only be experienced here★" ◎Elementary school students and younger can watch the show and experience sumo for free◎

You can enjoy a full-scale sumo show supervised by former sumo wrestler Konishiki, a sumo experience, and a kimono haori experience. If you upgrade with the option, you can also enjoy traditional Japanese sumo cuisine. ☆Schedule☆ The reception is at the entrance of the store. Please arrive 30 minutes before the show. *If you arrive after the show has started, the curtains will be closed and you will not be able to enter.

[Nara, Nara City] {Departure on March 12th!} Water and flames to welcome spring! Omizutori Ceremony at Todaiji Temple's Nigatsudo Hall (Departure and arrival at Kintetsu Nara Station)

<In the early hours of March 13th, an event to welcome spring called "Omizutori" will be held at Todaiji Temple in Nara.> The "Shunie" ceremony at Nigatsudo is also known as "Otamatsu" and is known for the dramatic scenery of sparks flying everywhere. This "Otamatsu" is often featured in the media, so it is likely to leave a strong impression on everyone, but on this tour, in addition to the "Otamatsu", we will also be introducing another event.

[Day Trip] Amanohashidate and Ine Funaya Day Tour (Departing from Osaka/Kyoto)

Dear customers, the following is a reference itinerary for that day (please note that the tour guide may adjust the order of the itinerary or remove the staying time of some attractions based on the actual situation of the day.) ※Pre-travel notice: Between 20:00 and 21:00 the night before your trip, we will send you detailed tour guide and vehicle information by email.

【Kanagawa・Kamakura】Tokyo発！Kamakura大仏、鶴岡八幡宮、江ノ島日帰りツアー

Tokyoの喧騒を離れて、Kamakuraへの日帰り旅行で歴史、文化、山々、そして海が共存する魅力を体験しましょう.まずはKamakuraの見どころ、大仏を訪れます.この壮大な銅像は高さ13.35mあり、日本の豊かな仏教文化の象徴であり、国内で2番目に高い銅仏です（入場料は自己負担です）.次に、100年以上の歴史を誇るかわいらし

[Kanagawa, Kamakura City] Experience soba noodles in the ancient city of Kamakura! Let's make 100% soba noodles (with tasting)!

• 4.3
• (6 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 exclusively for two or more people. Experience flow: 1. Soba making experience 1. Bowl work (sifting)

[Kanagawa/Odawara] Enjoy soba noodles to your heart's content! Soba noodle making and chopstick making experience

• 5.0
• (16 reviews and experiences)

Please enjoy the welcome drink of homemade soba tea roasted by the owner himself. Finally, it's time for the soba noodle making experience and the experience of making your own chopsticks. The owner is an experienced soba noodle making expert who is particular about the taste, and will teach you how to make soba. He will use 100% soba flour from Horokanai, Hokkaido, and will teach you how to make soba in an enjoyable way. You can take home the soba you made yourself.

[Kanagawa, Kamakura City] Experience soba-making in the ancient capital of Kamakura! Make 100% soba (experience course, tasting included)

• 4.5
• (15 reviews and experiences)

Would you like to try making 100% buckwheat soba in the ancient city of Kamakura? It's okay even if it's your first time. The owner of Kamakura Hase Shiori-an (Edo Sobalier) will give you easy guidance. This is a course of about 2 hours for two people per bowl, and you will experience making soba from the state of buckwheat flour to the state of thinly sliced soba. Experience flow: 1. Soba making experience ① Bowl work (sifting, water circulation, kneading) ② Rolling table work (ground rolling)

[Kyoto Higashiyama] 60-minute chopstick-making experience! Make your own original Japanese goods in a 120-year-old Kyoto townhouse ★ Beginners, couples, and parents and children welcome (reservations accepted until the evening of the previous day)

• 5.0
• (3 reviews/stories)

Why not make your own chopsticks in a nostalgic space? Make them a memento of your trip to Kyoto, a girls' night out, or a gift for a special someone... You can take home the product you made on the same day.

Experience making chopsticks using a plane in Ginza, Tokyo ♪ NEW OPENING on 12/10!

Experience making chopsticks using a plane in Ginza, Tokyo. ★Chopstick making experience recommended for couples and families★ This is a chopstick making workshop using a plane. You can have fun making your own chopsticks with your family, couples, or friends. ◆Process◆ 1. Choose the wood (12 types) 2. Choose the length of the chopsticks (2 types) 3. Set the chopsticks on the stand and use the plane to carve them.

[Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward] Chopstick making experience ~ Make chopsticks from Kyoto's fine wood "Kitayama cedar" and a chopstick holder with Yuzen dyeing!

• 5.0
• (22 reviews and experiences)

This set includes chopstick making using soft and fragrant Kyoto Kitayama cedar, and a chopstick holder made with Yuzen dyeing using stencils. Every time the wood is smoothly carved, a faint fragrance fills the air. Why not enjoy making chopsticks in a room of a Kyoto townhouse with such an atmosphere?