Things to do in Japan Page 174

• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

Ishikawa A gallery and workshop in Kahoku City, “Ceramic Workshop / Gallery Unosora” offers a pottery experience plan that even first-timers can easily challenge. In this plan, you can enjoy making pottery works by “hand-binging” that forms clay with your own hands.

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• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

Ishikawa A gallery and workshop in Kahoku City, “Ceramic Workshop / Gallery Unosora” offers a pottery experience plan that even first-timers can easily challenge. In this plan, you can enjoy making works using electric potter's wheel.

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• Age 12～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

The swordsmanship that astonished the world is here at its finest. The ultimate samurai experience, supervised by "the world's best iaido master" Machii Isao. A man who has been talked about on TV, in movies, and in overseas media, and who can even cut 6mm BB bullets flying at high speed - Machii Isao. We will deliver a real samurai experience supervised based on his overwhelming skills. The instruction will be carefully given by a rank holder of Shushin-ryu iaidojutsu heiho, of which Machii Isao is the head. In the grounds of Tada Shrine, where history and sanctity live, you can learn the mannerisms, spirit, and tactics of ancient samurai, and gain deep and authentic knowledge, including the structure and handling of Japanese swords. After wearing training clothes and mastering the basics of iaido, you will be specially allowed to stroll around part of the grounds while wearing your sword. In a space surrounded by silence and history, you will have a moment to meet yourself as a samurai. *Based on the guidance of the Agency for Cultural Affairs and the National Police Agency, this experience does not include "test cutting" for anyone other than disciples.

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• Age 8～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

At Yokoyama Bamboo Store, established in Kyoto, who sells products using bamboo and constructs bamboo for building, you can experience traditional craft making using bamboo. In this plan, you will make your favorite "bamboo basket" out of 3 types.

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:00 / 15:30

Equipped with well-equipped Diving facilities, which is rare in Kyushu. Sea of Nobeoka while watching the much tropical fish and coral than imagined Snorkeling. You can feed them, and you'll definitely be impressed with the time you spend with the fish that gather up close! How about making it with the feeling of a family or a couple?

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 08:00 / 12:00 / 15:00

This is a special experiential stay plan for adults who want to experience something out of the ordinary in the Seto Inland Sea. Cruise around the small islands scattered around the Seto Inland Sea, with its gentle waves. If you wish, you can also enjoy a fishing experience during the cruise. At dusk, head to our original accommodation facility, Seto no Hama Beach & Resort, which has a shape resembling a spaceship. Enjoy dinner at the dedicated barbecue facility while looking out at Seto no Hama Beach that stretches out before you. Enjoy a luxurious time gazing at the starry sky while being blown by the sea breeze.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

How about experiencing woodworking in a quiet place in the forest in Naganuma Town, about an hour's drive from Sapporo? Let's try making a wooden top♪ Use a woodworking wheel together with a master craftsman to create your own unique work. It takes about an hour to carve, finish, and polish a wooden top. Enjoy spending time in the forest while experiencing the craft♪

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Why not try engraving a glass in Naganuma Town, about an hour's drive from Sapporo? Participation is open to elementary school students and above! It can be used for independent research, as a gift for a loved one, or as a wine glass for yourself! If you add a message or pattern, it will become a special glass! Glasses and other glass products are engraved using a technique called sandblasting. Participation is open to elementary school students and above, so it can be used for independent research during summer or winter vacations, and for adults, it can be used as a wedding gift or birthday gift, or you can design a wine glass for yourself, so there are many ways to enjoy it!

• For Rainy Days
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• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

How about experiencing woodworking in a quiet place in the forest in Naganuma Town, about an hour's drive from Sapporo? Let's try making a wooden plate♪ Use a woodworking wheel together with a master craftsman to create your own work. It takes about two hours to carve, finish, and polish a wooden plate from a log. Enjoy spending time in the forest while experiencing the craft♪

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

At Senkoji Temple, which boasts a history of 1100 years and has a temple on the summit of Sakiyama, a sacred mountain on Awaji Island, you can visit the main hall while enjoying the view of Sumoto City, one of the eight scenic views of Sumoto, and experience a sutra copying experience in a mysterious silence, which is an extraordinary experience. If you wish, you can also visit Iwato Shrine after the experience. Sakiyama, also known as Awaji Fuji, is said to be the first mountain created in Japan in the legend of the creation of the world by the gods Izanagi and Izanami. At Senkoji Temple, which has a temple on the summit of Sakiyama, you can experience copying sutras. First, you can climb about 200 steps to tour the grounds of Senkoji Temple, learn about the origins of Senkoji Temple, and see the place where the Awaji Island custom of "Dango Korogashi", which is rare nationwide, is performed at the temple. You will also be greeted by a lion-like boar, instead of a lion-dog, enshrined in front of the main hall. Because it is a temple on the mountaintop, you can see the central and southern part of Awaji Island, and if the weather is good, you can see the Naruto Strait and Wakayama. Return to the temple office and go to the "Daishido" to experience copying sutras. In copying sutras, you will copy the general Heart Sutra. Place the paper on top of the model Heart Sutra and copy it with a brush pen. Beginners are also welcome. By copying the characters in a solemn space, you can spend a valuable time reflecting on yourself. You can donate the copy to the temple or take it home. After the experience, you can also visit "Iwato Shrine", a popular power spot that enshrines a huge rock where Amaterasu Omikami hid herself, about 10 minutes down from the temple. (Please note that this is a full-scale mountain path) Experience schedule (for example, if the tour starts at 13:00) Meet at 13:00 *Walk around the temple grounds, including visiting the main hall (guided by the head priest Okazaki) 14:00 Experience copying sutras at the Daishido (approx. 30 minutes to 1 hour) 15:00 Scheduled end *After the tour, you can walk around the temple grounds and visit Iwato Shrine (on your own). It takes about 10 minutes to walk one way up the mountain path to Iwato Shrine.

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 09:30 / 13:00 / 15:30

Snorkeling at Nobeoka's proud coral colony point while enjoying Cruising with a private boat with a toilet designed for Diving! Why don't you experience the excitement while watching the colorful coral and tropical school of fish spread in the shallow water that you can reach?

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• Age 10～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 09:30 / 13:00

The sea of Nobeoka is a 20-minute drive from the city center and is home to more than 100 types of hard corals and some of Japan's top-class colorful soft corals. A diving paradise where you can meet colorful tropical fish such as the popular anemone fish and butterflyfish throughout the year. A guide who knows all about the sea in Nobeoka will guide you on a one-on-one underwater walk, so you don't have to swim. If you are an adult, we have prepared a dry suit that you can wear while wearing clothes, so you can enjoy it all year round. [Before booking] It is known that boarding an airplane within 18 hours after diving increases the risk of developing decompression sickness. For a single dive without decompression, it is recommended that you allow at least 12 hours before boarding the plane. If you are coming from outside the prefecture, please avoid making reservations for experience diving on the day you board the plane and return.

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• Age 8～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

In Kyoto's long-established store "Yokoyama Bamboo Store" handling bamboo-based products sales and space production, you can experience traditional craftwork making using bamboo. In our plan, we will make "cha-cha (cha-cha)" used as a tea ceremony.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 00:15 / 00:30

New sensation Activity combining fly board and Wakeboarding ! While riding in a plate Wed flying in pressure, Please try to come experience the feeling never such that tasted.

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 5～6 hours
• 08:30

``You can do it even if it's your first time!'' I'm looking forward to tasting the fish I caught! A one-day BBQ plan where you can bring your own ingredients♪ This is a private tour where families, groups, or couples can relax and unwind! Held from mid-June to early October! ~ Experience Schedule ~ 8:30 Ureshipa Base Camp Meeting & Reception 8:40-10:30 Depart for river fishing experience, lecture upon arrival, try river fishing! ◉ We will provide fishing rods, bait, and boots. ◉This is a river experience. Unfortunately, there are times when you can't catch a fish. note that. ◉There are no toilets at the trial venue. (Please be sure to wash your hands beforehand) 11:00-11:30 On the way back to base camp, we will show you a nearby supermarket. Whether you catch a fish or not, we will prepare a charcoal grill so you can enjoy a BBQ day camp with the fish you caught. *The cost of purchasing at the supermarket is not included in the trial fee. This will be your responsibility. 12:00~ As soon as the fish is prepared and the charcoal grill is ready, you can grill the fish and taste it. Enjoy BBQ day camp with the ingredients you bring in ~♪~13:30 Disband after check-out

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• Age 10～Age 70
• 1～2 hours

This is TARO FANTASTIC BOXING. We will be doing some fun boxing training to help you reduce stress while traveling, and afterwards you will be enjoying local Osaka cuisine and the cityscape of Osaka. The local food you eat after training will taste several times better than what you would normally eat. Travel after training will depend on where you go, but you will be traveling by foot or train. If you prefer, you can also travel by taxi (additional charges apply). By training while traveling, you can reduce the weight gain that will occur after you return from your trip. Enjoy Osaka in a healthy and fun way!

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• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 90
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

This is a full-scale one-day training in traditional Japanese martial arts by Isao Machii, the world's best iaido master who has appeared in various media outlets and is known for his iaido technique of cutting 6mm BB bullets flying at high speed. In this experience, you will learn the structure of a sword, how to use it correctly, and deep knowledge about samurai and Japanese swords, and you will be able to master all kinds of traditional Japanese martial arts, including swordsmanship and body techniques. The martial arts you learn under Isao Machii's guidance are different from traditional martial arts that have become mere formalities. In authentic traditional Japanese martial arts, you will learn the techniques to skillfully apply the opponent's strength and toy with your opponent with slight movements. These practical techniques can be applied in everyday life and are sure to greatly change your worldview. Dress in training clothes, dispel the misunderstandings you have about samurai culture and Japanese swords, and experience true samurai culture. This will be a great opportunity for those who are looking for the real thing. ~ Flow of one-day training ~ 8:40 Meet at Nose Electric Railway's "Tada Station" and move to Tada Shrine by free shuttle. 8:50 Arrive at Tada Shrine. Move to the Mandokoroden. 9:10 After changing clothes, you will receive a prayer, and then the first half of the practice will begin. 12:00 Lunch break (enjoy a luxurious banquet meal) 13:00 Second half of the practice begins 16:00 Practice ends. After changing clothes, you will disband. This experience is a full-fledged one-day training in traditional Japanese martial arts for advanced practitioners of Iai, Kenjutsu, Aikido, etc., both in Japan and abroad, but beginners are also welcome to participate. Beginners will be carefully taught from the basics, and experienced practitioners will be provided with deeper skills and understanding. The instruction will be provided by the Guinness World Record-holding modern samurai, Isao Machii himself, and his top disciples. This plan, supervised by Isao Machii, will not only teach you the kata, but also teach you samurai martial arts that can be used in real combat. Rather than focusing on the kata, the focus is on how to actually use your body and move efficiently without exerting force. This is a rare opportunity to experience authentic samurai techniques and learn truly useful martial arts. After this experience, you will have a deeper understanding of the essence of the samurai who uses a Japanese sword, and you will be able to start on the path of martial arts with confidence. *Due to the guidance of the Agency for Cultural Affairs and the National Police Agency, this plan does not provide sword-cutting instruction to anyone other than disciples.

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• Age 3～Age 12
• 1 Day or more
• 21:00

Special Yamanashi Prefecture Tour Adults cannot participate in this tour. Only children can participate, maximum of 10 people. Basically, the tour will be held every day, but please apply for the tour after contacting us. ~ Flow of the day ~ Note: We will meet the day before. Meet at the ticket gate of the east exit of Chofu Station at 21:00. If you are driving, take the express bus from the Jindaiji bus stop to Kawaguchiko Station at 21:10 (the fare will be paid by the HOST). From Kawaguchiko Station, we will go to Lake Motosu in our campervan (camping). The next day, fishing starts at 5am @ Lake Motosu lure rainbow trout. If you catch a fish, you can have a BBQ on the lakeshore or eat hoto and Yoshida udon at a nearby restaurant from 11:00 to 12:00, and then go to the sea of ​​trees via the Tokai Promenade and explore the caves. While watching the autumn leaves, we will explain in detail about the traces of animals, the sea of ​​trees, and the caves. On the way, we will also search for river rustlings, stag beetles, and adult and larval rhinoceros beetles. 15:00 Kawaguchiko Station Express bus to Jindaiji bus stop, Nigiwai no Sato 17:00 Disbandment plan That's all. We look forward to your participation.

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• Age 3～Age 12
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:00

The event will be held mainly on Thursdays during the summer vacation from July 20th to August 31st. Please note that this will be combined with a tour in Yamanashi Prefecture before and after. If you wish to continue participating, please apply for the Miyama Stag Beetle Tour in Yamanashi Prefecture. ~Schedule for the day~ 8 AM: Meet at the ground exit of Chofu Station's east exit (for those arriving by train) or meet at Shindai Nigiwai no Sato (for those arriving by car). Travel together by train (the host will pay the fare), Chofu → Izu Kogen → Uber locally. TAXI will be arranged 1. Izu Cactus Zoo 10:30 to 12:00 pm Entrance ticket will be held by the host 2. Lunch at a nearby restaurant (GUSTO) Meal fee will be paid by the host 3. Animal Kingdom (zoo) Admission ticket will be held by the host 13:00 to 15:04, IZU Reptile Museum Admission ticket is held by the host. 15:00 to 17:05, dinner at a nearby restaurant. As soon as the host finishes paying for the meal, transfer from the nearest station to Chofu Station. Return time is scheduled to be around 8:00 p.m. We look forward to your participation.

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• Age 3～Age 12
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:00

~ Schedule of the day ~ Meet at Chofu station at 8:00 or Shindai bustling village at 8:10 Take a highway bus from Jindaiji bus stop to Fujikawaguchiko station around 10:00 (transportation expenses are all paid by me) Head to Fujiten by car from the station. (Transportation expenses paid) Snowboard lesson from 10:30 to 12:00, lunch at the center house, Snowboard lesson from 13:00 to 16:00 Separated into each class Beginner, Beginner (can ski), Intermediate (can turn), Advanced (Steep slopes are possible, high-speed turns) We are looking for beginners and beginners this time. Please make separate requests for intermediate and advanced classes. Up to 7 people, 1 hour per person x 3 to 4 Lessons are divided into 2 levels. (Sledding, Mountain, Play Land) The above times cannot be monitored. Dinner at the restaurant from 17:00 (guest assumption) Return home by express bus from 18:00 Lunch and dinner included Arrive at Chofu around 20:00 more than planned. Tosshi Former Burton SNowBoard School instructor with a 35-year career.

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• Age 3～Age 12
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:00

〜Schedule of the day〜 Chofu station 8:00 (train group) or meet at Shindai bustling village 8:10 (car group) Move to Tama Zoological Park by train, 9:00 Host travel expenses covered 9:00 to 11:00 @ Guide to Tama Zoological Park, Insect Museum Center, (no animals seen this time) Entrance fee Host pays from 11:00 to 12:00 Lunch (Nearby restaurant, host pays for meals) From 12:00 to 14:00, in the neighborhood forest Strolling (look for beetle larvae, stag beetle larvae, and stag beetle larvae (hibernating)) From 14:00 to 16:00, enter the river in stupid boots and look for creatures, crayfish, moroko, motsugo, killifish, loaches, crabs 17:00 It will be more than scheduled to finish picking up at Chofu station.We are looking forward to your participation.

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• Age 3～Age 12
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:00

This is a tour to go to the river where Oyanirami live and catch them with a net. Other fish that live here include Yoshinobori, crayfish, and dragonfly larvae. After that, we plan to go fishing in the Tama River. The target is a lure called Traget for carnivorous fish such as Small Mouse Bass, catfish, and Nigoi. For young children, they will mainly use bait fishing and reel them in when they catch something. ~Tour flow~ Meet at Chofu Station or Fukadai Nigiwai no Sato at 8:00 (for those who are picking up and dropping off by car). We will explain the characteristics of Oyanirami, how to raise them, and about the near-threatened species, and we will learn that they are carnivorous fish. Oyanirami are freshwater fish belonging to the family Ctenidae of the order Perciformes, and are carnivorous, eating crustaceans, aquatic insects, and small fish. They react quickly to anything that moves and swallow them whole with their large mouths. There are many unusual names for fish, but the standard Japanese name "Oyanirami" is said to have been given because of the way the male protects the eggs, "the parent glares", but there are various theories about the origin of the Japanese name. Travel by train, arrive at the site at 9:00 (planned Tama River tributary @ Kanagawa Prefecture) Fishing experience until 11:00 Lunch at a nearby restaurant from 12:00 to 13:00 (host pays) Small Mouse Bass, catfish, and Nigoi Target lure fishing at Point 2 from 14:00 to 16:00 Around 17:00 We plan to return to Chofu by train. We look forward to your participation. What to bring: Marine shoes (from the end of March to October), swimsuit, rash guard, spats, drinks, hat, rucksack, plastic case for takeaway + Bukubuku (battery-powered oxygen supply machine) What to prepare on your side: Travel by car, 1 set of fishing equipment, foolish boots (from November to mid-March), net, storage bucket

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• Age 0～Age 90
• 1 Day or more

This healing experience is recommended by the Kishu Koyasan Yokobue Club. You can walk the pilgrimage route with a little effort, cook authentic Buddhist cuisine, and relax at the tea ceremony. You can also combine training and cultural experiences. Considering the purpose and the number of participants, we will have a meeting in advance and decide the plan. For this experience, you will use accommodation facilities within Koyasan.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 11:00 / 17:00

Recommended for those who want to have BBQ with the ingredients they bought! We have BBQ stoves, nets, tongs, charcoal, plates, chopsticks, tables, and chairs. (One set of plates and chopsticks per person) Please bring your own seasonings. * We also sell additional items. You can bring your favorite ingredients and enjoy the original BBQ. There is no kitchen or washing area, so please bring your cooked ingredients. Please note that we do not lend out cutlery or cutting boards. * Styrofoam cannot be brought in.

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• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 11:00 / 17:00

A super-easy course that saves you the trouble of cutting vegetables by coming empty-handed! !! We have BBQ stoves, nets, tongs, charcoal, plates, chopsticks, tables, and chairs. (One set of plates and chopsticks per person) Please come empty-handed. Drinks and ingredients can be brought in ☆ (There is no cooler box) Drink menu is available, so you can order ♪ * Styrofoam cannot be brought in.

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

A seasonal feature of winter in Hokkaido! Enjoy ice fishing on a frozen lake (ice smelt fishing). Located 10 minutes from Memanbetsu Airport, the gateway to the skies of Okhotsk, Lake Memanbetsu is a place where you can enjoy smelt fishing every year by drilling a hole in the frozen lake surface. Our professional outdoor guides will take you to the fishing spot while taking you to and from the hotel or airport. This is the most popular winter activity, as you can eat the smelt you catch as tempura on the spot. We will provide you with the equipment, so you can participate empty-handed! ♪ A guide will accompany you, so even first-time fishers can feel at ease. 1. Smelt fishing experience: Experience the thrilling and fun ice smelt fishing that is unique to Hokkaido in winter. You can drill a hole in the ice and feel a sense of accomplishment in catching the fish yourself. Of course, since you are dealing with nature, there may be few hits. 2. Support for beginners: The guide will provide friendly support so that even beginners can participate with confidence. They will carefully teach you how to use the equipment and how to attach bait. 3. Drilling holes using an ice drill: This experience includes drilling holes in the ice yourself using an ice drill, so you can actively participate even in the cold. 4. Lake Abashiri is one of the most famous places in Japan as a sacred place for smelt fishing, and anglers come from all over the country. We will guide you to Lake Abashiri, one of Hokkaido's leading smelt fishing spots. You can enjoy fishing on the lake, catch as many as you want to eat, and enjoy the fresh smelt as freshly fried tempura. 5. Peace of mind in a warm tent: A tent is set up to protect you from the cold, and the freshly caught smelt is fried on the spot and made into tempura. We offer a special time in a warm tent with fresh flavors.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

This plan is a special experience plan that is part of Japan's traditional culture and nature, and regional revitalization. Visit the historic Mount Shosha, experience Japanese culture and Buddhist history in a quiet environment, and have a valuable experience of building the future of the region together. 1. The first part of the Mount Shosha sightseeing tour is a tour of Mount Shosha. Mount Shosha is a beautiful mountain located west of Himeji City, and is home to a Tendai sect temple called Engyo-ji. This group of temples boasts a history of over a thousand years, and is a place where you can learn deeply about Japanese Buddhist culture. You can take a cable car to the top of the mountain and calm your mind while touring the magnificent group of temples and the surrounding nature. Inside the temple, you will learn about the teachings and history of Buddhism and spend some quiet time. 2. Village scenery and shrine tour After sightseeing at Mount Shosha, we will move to an area about 30 minutes by car, where traditional rural scenery spreads. In this area, you can see traditional Japanese scenery and good old shrines. You can heal your mind and spend some quiet time in an environment surrounded by nature. You can experience the history and culture of the area while feeling the original scenery of Japan. 3. Participation in regional revitalization The region is facing a declining birthrate and aging population, and the local elementary school is facing the threat of closing. Therefore, the village revitalization project aims to revitalize the region through tourism, and participants can play a part in this. It is a valuable opportunity to actively participate in and contribute to the culture and future of the region through the tour. 4. Japanese culture experience After lunch, there is time to experience traditional Japanese culture. On a different day, you will learn various traditional Japanese music and dances, such as Japanese dance, shamisen, koto, and shakuhachi. Through these cultural experiences, you can actually experience Japanese art and feel its depth and charm. 5. Sake brewery tour and tasting At the end of the tour, you will visit a local sake brewery. Here, you will learn about the sake production process and then enjoy a tasting. It is a valuable experience to actually enjoy the taste of sake made using traditional methods while learning about the history and production method of sake. 6. Active participation in village revitalization This tour is not just sightseeing, but is intended to actively participate in village revitalization. By contributing to the revitalization of the region, your participation will help shape the future of the region. This is a special opportunity to learn about traditional Japanese culture and local culture, and actually contribute to the development of the region.

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• Age 12～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:00

This is definitely a recommended plan for those who want to enjoy Hokkaido's winter to the fullest. Depart from Sapporo and experience snowshoeing and dog sledding in the Furano and Biei-machi areas, central Hokkaido. Enjoy local gourmet food, soak in the hot springs, and then enjoy a delicious dinner at the hotel before heading home. We recommend the one-day adventure course. Our guides recommend this exciting adventure, where the sights change depending on the season.

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• Age 12～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

Naohara Gyokusei is a master of Nanga painting who grew up on Awaji Island. He is also a Rinzai Obaku sect monk, and at Kokusei Zenji Temple, which he rebuilt, you can enjoy a beginner-friendly zazen experience and appreciate Gyokusei's friendly Nanga paintings that he personally painted. After the 60-minute zazen experience, you will listen to the current chief priest explain the Zen teachings contained in Gyokusei's works while drinking tea, then move to Minami Awaji City Takikawa Memorial Museum Gyokuseikan (5-minute walk) and view the diverse works of Naohara Gyokusei that are housed in the museum. This is a special experience that expresses the trinity of Nanga, haiku, and Zen, and allows you to feel the spirit of "kugazenichinyo" and reflect on yourself. Naohara Gyokusei is a master of Nanga painting who has ties to Awaji Island. He was also a painter and haiku poet, and a Rinzai Obaku sect monk, and became the chief priest to rebuild the dilapidated Zen temple Kokusei-an (later Kokusei Zenji) on Awaji Island where he grew up. At Kokusei Zenji Temple, which was magnificently rebuilt by Gyokusei, you will first complete a beginner-friendly zazen experience (about 60 minutes), after which you will listen to the current head priest explain the Zen teachings contained in Gyokusei's works while drinking tea, and then view Gyokusei's intimate works, which are privately painted by Gyokusei and housed in a storehouse within the temple grounds. You will be able to view rare sliding door paintings and other works up close without any partitions. After that, you will move to the Takikawa Memorial Museum of Art Gyokuseikan (about a 5-minute walk, 200m), where many of Gyokusei's paintings are on display, and finally view the masterpieces housed in the museum's collection. You will be able to experience a special time to reexamine yourself through the spirit of "Kuga Zen Ichinyo," which expresses the trinity of Nanga, haiku, and Zen that Naohara Gyokusei loved.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

1. The first step of the Himeji Castle tour is a visit to Himeji Castle, which is registered as a World Heritage Site. Himeji Castle is a famous castle that represents Japan, and you can experience its beautiful appearance and historical background. You can enjoy the wonderful scenery while touring the castle and learning about Japanese history and culture. 2. Village scenery and shrine tour We will move to an area where old-fashioned rural scenery spreads, about an hour's drive from Himeji Castle. Here, you can see traditional Japanese scenery. You can relax in a quiet environment while feeling the original scenery of Japan. 3. Low birth rate and aging population and regional revitalization This region is facing a low birth rate and aging population, and the local elementary school is facing the threat of closing. Therefore, the village revitalization project aims to revitalize the region through tourism and provides an opportunity for everyone to play a part in it. By participating, you can help create the culture and future of the region together. 4. Japanese culture experience After lunch, there is time to experience traditional Japanese culture, which changes daily. For example, you can learn traditional Japanese music and dance, such as Japanese dance, shamisen, koto, and shakuhachi. Through these experiences, you will be able to deeply experience Japanese arts and culture and feel its charm. 5. At the end of the sake brewery tour and tasting tour, you will move to a local sake brewery. Here, you can see the traditional sake brewing process and then enjoy tasting. It is a valuable experience to actually enjoy the taste of sake while learning about the history and how it is made. 6. Participation in village revitalization This tour is not just sightseeing, but it is meaningful to participate in "village revitalization". As part of the revitalization of the region, your participation is a direct contribution. You can learn about Japanese traditions and culture and at the same time contribute to the future of the region.

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