[Language Exchange × Walking Challenge] Gion to Yasaka Shrine

Why not enjoy international exchange by strolling around the city while doing a language exchange? In this activity, we aim to walk 5,000 steps with friends and have a language exchange in a relaxed atmosphere. Participants can freely enjoy conversation with each other, which is useful for language learning, and may also make new discoveries about the city's scenery and history! Route Gion → Hanamikoji → Yasaka Shrine • Stroll through the old streets of Gion, walking slowly while looking at the stone-paved scenery and traditional houses that are typical of Kyoto. • While feeling the streets of maiko and geisha in Hanamikoji, visit Yasaka Shrine and experience Japanese shrine culture. Activity content • Goal: Challenge to walk 5,000 steps while doing a language exchange! • Time required: About 1 hour • Participation fee: 500 yen *Participants will be free to stroll around the noteworthy spots listed on the route. There is no designated walking route, so the required time may vary. Activity flow 1. Meeting place: We will inform you of the meeting place by email after the reservation is completed. 2. City Walking: You can experience the local culture and language while touring the city's famous and hidden spots. Enjoy conversations on a wide range of topics, such as recommended tourist spots and food culture! 3. 5000 Step Challenge: The goal is to achieve 5000 steps in one hour of walking. You can also incorporate exercise into your daily life and have a fun time. Participation Requirements• Minimum number of participants: 3 people• Number of participating countries: There must be participants from two or more countries• Notes: If the capacity is not reached by the day before, the activity will be canceled. We will notify you by email at 9:00 a.m. on the day of the activity whether it will be held or not, and if it is held, we will also send you a list of participants (names). ~Notes on participation~ About the meeting time:• If participants leave the meeting place, they will not be able to meet along the way. Please note that you will not be able to participate in the activity if you do not make it in time for the meeting time. • On the day of the activity, we will send you the Zoom URL by email. Please use this as a means of communication when meeting up with participants. Prohibited items: • Soliciting for products, services, or events • Religious or political solicitations • Inappropriate behavior or behavior that offends other participants * In the unlikely event that problematic behavior is found, you may be refused future participation. Cancellation policy and precautions Cancellation up to the day before: Full refund will be provided. If it becomes difficult to participate, please be sure to contact us by the day before. Cancellation on the day: No refunds will be given. Thank you for your understanding. Cancellation procedure: If you wish to cancel, please contact us using the specified contact information or the registration system.

In this activity, you can enjoy language exchange while also being mindful of your health, with the goal of walking 5,000 steps. The appeal is that participants can naturally engage in lively conversation in a relaxed atmosphere and enjoy exercise.

As you walk around the city, you can exchange languages while exploring the local culture, history, and tourist spots, allowing you to learn more about the region and language through new discoveries.

With a reasonable participation fee, you can experience language learning and intercultural exchange. Even first-time participants are welcome to join, so you can deepen your interactions through new experiences and spend a fulfilling time.