Things to do in Japan Page 242

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

The "Village Revitalization Project" started after hearing from overseas tourists that they wanted to know more about Japanese culture and would like to participate if they had the opportunity to experience it. Located about an hour from Himeji Castle, it is a precious place that preserves traditional Japanese rural scenery and shrines. In addition, due to the declining birthrate and aging population, the local elementary school is also at risk of closing. This is a format that allows everyone to participate in village revitalization through Japanese cultural experiences, and is different from general tours. Please join the "Village Revitalization Project" and let's create the future together. Thank you. This plan includes lunch and dinner. In this tour, you will experience Japanese culture. After the sake brewery tour and tasting experience, you will move to Yasutomi Town and enjoy lunch and dinner (local cuisine) while looking at the rural scenery. At that time, we will play the koto, shakuhachi, shamisen, and Japanese dance. In addition, you will experience the tea ceremony (dessert = tea cake) during lunch. After lunch, we will visit the shrine and hold a dedication.

• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 3～Age 80
• 5～6 hours
• 09:15

We will travel around various places in a private car (taxi). From the "Cup Noodle Museum", you will have a guided tour of the "Kobayashi Ichizo Memorial Museum", a great man representing Ikeda, and the "Ikeda Castle Ruins". In the first part, you will have the opportunity to experience copying sutras and zazen at "Kyuanji Temple", which was founded by Gyoki Bodhisattva, was a temple established by Emperor Konoe, and was visited by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. For lunch, you will enjoy a specially planned "Nichireku Special" lunch at Hirakawa River. In the second part, you will visit the "Oshima Tsumugi Museum" to see the workshop and exhibits, take photos wearing Oshima Tsumugi, soothe yourself in the hot springs at "Fushiohkaku", and enjoy a "seasonal bento" lunch. Enjoy a day in Ikeda, Osaka!

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• Age 13～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:30

Uncover a renewed sense of self amidst the breathtaking beauty of Matsushima, where countless monks have sought spiritual awakening. Tranquwell, a premier wellness retreat company, invites you to a day of Zen and nature.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 75
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours

■I want to try a little, I want to start! ■Let's Try Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) A stand-up paddle board born in Hawaii. Let's enjoy walking on the water! Even beginners can enjoy it easily. SUP Start! Depending on your idea, cruising, fishing, health management with an enhanced sense of balance, etc. Stand-up paddle board (SUP) that anyone can enjoy and get inspired by the harmony with nature. "Stand Up Paddle" is a water activity that is also called "SUP" or "Stand Up Paddle Board (paddle surfing)". In recent years, SUP has been attracting attention from famous surfers such as Maui's Layered Hamilton and Dave Kalama, and Oahu's Brian Keallana, but its history is long, dating back to ancient Polynesian civilization. In the 1960s, men working on the beach of Waikiki, the mecca of surfing, used outrigger canoe paddles to carry tourists and surfed on longboards, so SUP is also known as the "beach boy style." It became popular in recent years. The fun of SUP is endless! SUP has a strong image of standing on a board, but in fact, you can enjoy it freely whether you sleep or sit! You can leisurely paddle and cruise, take a walk on the water, surf, or do yoga or pilates on a board. You can also fish in places that are difficult to reach by boat. You can enjoy it just by paddling like a canoe. The SUP board is smaller than a canoe and has only one paddle on one side, making it easy to enjoy. Standing on a board on the water, you can see the scenery from a higher vantage point, and you can feel the real thrill of nature in a different way than usual. There is also a healing effect of bathing the whole body in negative ions at the waterside, and this SUP allows you to enjoy various ways of playing and natural scenery that you have never seen before. Popular SUP for women! Amazing shape up and diet effect! SUP is said to have the same effect as aerobic exercise such as running by paddling the whole body. In addition, standing on the board while maintaining balance, even for a short period of time, strengthens the inner muscles around the pelvis, attracting the attention of women. It is a hot topic among famous models and celebrities in Japan and abroad because it has a high shape-up effect, such as a tight waist, a stooped back, a plump stomach, and a metabolic syndrome. According to one theory, the amount of calories burned per hour is 4 to 500 kcal for SUP yoga, and 6 to 700 kcal for SUP cruising and SUP surfing. (*By the way, if a person weighing 65 kg runs at a speed of 10 km/h for 1 hour, the amount of calories burned is about 650 kcal.)

• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 99
• 1 Day or more
• 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Experience farm work and life in the four seasons for two days and one night at a farmer's house in a farming village at an altitude of over 800m in the Yatsugatake area of Nagano Prefecture. You will not be just a guest, but you will spend a warm time as a member of the family, and you will get a glimpse of the unique lifestyle of this land, where people live in gratitude for the blessings of nature. You will be able to experience a part of the nostalgic activities of people who have been doing things in accordance with the changes of nature, such as harvesting highland vegetables, making preserved foods such as dried persimmons, pickled Nozawana, and miso, picking wild vegetables, experiencing a wood stove, and making shimenawa. You will also have the opportunity to cook dishes using local ingredients together and talk with the farmer around the table. This experience is recommended for families with children and groups of friends! An English-speaking guide will accompany you at the meeting point, so you can have a smooth conversation with your family before the tour begins. We will also provide you with an interpreter that you can use during your stay, so you don't have to worry if you don't speak Japanese. Day 1 Introduction (self-introduction & house tour) Experience seasonal farm work (seasonal handicrafts such as farm work and making preserved foods) Cooking meals together using seasonal ingredients Meal time while talking around the dining table Hot spring time & nighttime conversation/sleep Day 2 Wake up/make breakfast together Check out *Information about the duration of your stay ①Start at 14:00 to 9:00 the next day ②Start at 15:00 to 10:00 the next day ③Start at 16:00 to 11:00 the next day *Depending on the plan, you may experience seasonal meal experience Part 2 or lunch making after breakfast. ①Start at 14:00 to 11:00 the next day +2200 yen/person ②Start at 14:00 to 14:00 the next day +4400 yen/person (lunch included on the second day)

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 16～Age 85
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

This course involves making a gorgeous gathering wreath in a workspace with heating and air conditioning. As seasonal plants are used, you can enjoy the experience no matter how many times you participate. The completed planting can be enjoyed for a long time if you take good care of it. As the work is done indoors, the class can be taken regardless of the weather. As the class is small, you can feel free to ask any questions you may have. -Experience Outline- 10:00/13:30 Explanation: Explanation of "Gathering Planting" 10:10/13:40 Work: Remove the plants from their pots, remove the soil and make units (bouquets). Plant the units into the wreath frame. Adjust the overall balance. 12:10/15:40 Care method: Explanation of watering and placement, photography, tidying up

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• In Door Activity

• Age 0～Age 100
• 5～6 hours
• 09:30 / 10:40 / 13:00

This is a private guided tour limited to one group (up to 5 people) per day, where a city-certified guide who knows the tourist spots of Minami Awaji City will accompany your group only and guide you according to your wishes such as "I want to know", "I want to see", "I want to go", "I want to experience". *If there are more than 5 people, please contact us. This is a 5-hour private guided tour limited to one group (up to 5 people) per day, where a city-certified local guide who knows the tourist spots of Minami Awaji City will accompany your group only and guide you according to your wishes such as "I want to know", "I want to see", "I want to go", "I want to experience". If there are no particular requests from customers, we will guide you with the following model course. [Model course] Fukura Port / Uzushio Dome Nanairokan ~ Awaji Ningyoza ~ Fukura Fishing Port Area ~ Strolling around Fukura's old townscape ~ Machinaka Aquarium Gyogyo Town ~ Fukura Marche ~ Uzu no Oka Onaruto Bridge Memorial Hall, etc. *The above is only a model course and can be arranged. If your reservation is approved, the local guide in charge on the day will contact you in advance, so if you have any requests regarding the itinerary, please communicate with the guide in advance via email or LINE, etc. to confirm the itinerary. Please note that when making arrangements, the stops will be limited to Minami Awaji City.

• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 09:30 / 10:40 / 13:00

This is a private guided tour limited to one group (up to 5 people) per day, where a city-certified guide who knows the tourist spots of Minami Awaji City will accompany your group only and guide you according to your wishes such as "I want to know", "I want to see", "I want to go", "I want to experience". *If there are more than 5 people, please contact us. This is a 4-hour private guided tour limited to one group (up to 5 people) per day, where a city-certified local guide who knows the tourist spots of Minami Awaji City will accompany your group only and guide you according to your wishes such as "I want to know", "I want to see", "I want to go", "I want to experience". If there are no particular requests from customers, we will guide you with the following model course. [Model course] Fukura Port / Uzushio Dome Nanairokan ~ Awaji Ningyoza ~ Fukura Fishing Port Area ~ Strolling around Fukura's old townscape ~ Machinaka Aquarium Gyogyo Town ~ Fukura Marche ~ Uzu no Oka Onaruto Bridge Memorial Hall, etc. *The above is only a model course and can be arranged. If your reservation is approved, the local guide in charge on the day will contact you in advance, so if you have any requests regarding the itinerary, please communicate with the guide in advance via email or LINE, etc. to confirm the itinerary. Please note that when making arrangements, the stops will be limited to Minami Awaji City.

• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 09:30 / 10:40 / 13:00 / 14:30

This is a private guided tour limited to one group (up to 5 people) per day, where a city-certified guide who knows the tourist spots of Minami Awaji City will accompany your group only and guide you according to your wishes such as "I want to know", "I want to see", "I want to go", "I want to experience". *If there are more than 5 people, please contact us. This is a 3-hour private guided tour limited to one group (up to 5 people) per day, where a city-certified local guide who knows the tourist spots of Minami Awaji City will accompany your group only and guide you according to your wishes such as "I want to know", "I want to see", "I want to go", "I want to experience". If there are no particular requests from customers, we will guide you with the following model course. [Model course] Fukura Port / Uzushio Dome Nanairokan ~ Awaji Ningyoza ~ Fukura Fishing Port Area ~ Strolling around Fukura's old townscape ~ Machinaka Aquarium Gyogyo Town ~ Fukura Marche ~ Uzu no Oka Onaruto Bridge Memorial Hall, etc. *The above is only a model course and can be arranged. If your reservation is approved, the local guide in charge on the day will contact you in advance, so if you have any requests regarding the itinerary, please communicate with the guide in advance via email or LINE, etc. to confirm the itinerary. Please note that when making arrangements, the stops will be limited to Minami Awaji City.

• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00

Fish caught in the Nada area, south of Awaji Island, are eaten in sushi restaurants in Tokyo. You can board a fishing boat with a veteran fisherman who makes a living from fixed net fishing. He usually landes his catch at 15 locations a day, but on this tour you will visit one of them. It is a valuable experience to learn how fixed net fishing works, the secret of the deliciousness of the fish caught here, and the hardships they endured. You can also purchase the fish caught that day. You can board a fishing boat with the fisherman and observe fixed net fishing up close. When you arrive at the fishing ground where the fixed net is set, the fisherman will pull up the net called a box net with the fish caught in it. He uses a machine halfway, but at the end he pulls up the heavy rope by hand. Normally he does this work at 15 locations a day. After a while, you can hear trivia such as how to distinguish between male and female fish and the species of fish caught that day, the secret of their deliciousness, and the hardships they endured. Apparently, some of the requests are quite unusual, coming from affiliated aquariums who say, "If you catch this fish, please let us know!" After that, the fish return to port and are lifted into the tanks at the landing area. This is hard work, but it's a cool sight to see the fishermen smoothly unloading the catch. After the experience, you can also purchase the fish that were landed that day and go home. ■Experience Schedule10:00 Meet up (This may change depending on the tides on the day. In that case, the Awaji Island Tourism Association will contact you.)10:05 Preliminary briefing (about fixed net fishing and safety precautions)10:15 Depart from Nada Fishing Port (Depart for fishing experience)11:15 Return to Nada Fishing Port11:20 Landing and sorting of fish12:00 Scheduled end

• Age 14～Age 60
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

This is a step-up course for those who want to enjoy diving. After obtaining the certification, you will be able to dive to a depth of 30 meters. You can dive at intermediate points around the world. Course Schedule Day 1: Beach dive (3 dives) Neutral buoyancy dive Fish identification dive Navigation dive Day 2: Boat dive (2 dives) Boat dive Deep dive You will receive your C-card in about 2 weeks.

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• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 10～Age 60
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

This is a general PADI C-card acquisition course. We will teach you one-on-one for groups or single people. After certification, you can dive to a depth of up to 18m in the oceans of the world with your buddy. Schedule [Academic course] Please take the E-Learning on your home computer or smartphone in advance to prepare. There is no need to do it on site. *Note: The recommended time to complete all learning is about 8 to 15 hours. Please take the course with enough leeway. You can only move on to marine training after confirming the completion of E-Learning. Day 1: Beach dive (around 8:00 am to 3:00 pm) Morning: Confined water dive (shallow water practice) + marine training dive 1 Afternoon: Confined water dive + marine training dive 2 Day 2: Boat dive (around 8:00 am to 1:00 pm) Morning: Marine training dive 3, 4 We will issue a temporary C-card on that day, and the C-card will be mailed to you at a later date.

• For Rainy Days
• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 18～
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

I do not plan to get married, but it is a perfect plan for those wishing to wear a wedding dress, white dress and color shade and leave a photo. The ancient capital Nara of taste full of Nara please leave one yearning of the park. You can also shoot deer.

• Age 18～Age 22
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

It is the best plan for those who want to leave together the Nara their hometown where they were born and raised as a celebration of adults. The ancient capital Nara of taste full of Nara please leave the best of the one in the park. You can also shoot deer.

• Age 18～
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

I would like to leave kimono as wedding ceremony / wedding reception because it is Western-style wear. Since there is no schedule for wedding ceremony and wedding reception, it is the best plan for those who want to leave only photos. The ancient capital Nara of taste full of Nara please leave the best of the one in the park. You can also shoot deer.

• Age 5～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00

Approximately 70% of domestic incense sticks are manufactured on Awaji Island. Among them, the Ei district is where many manufacturers gather, and you can smell the delicious aroma of incense as you walk through the town. It has even been selected as one of the "100 Scented Landscapes" by the Ministry of the Environment. This is a valuable experience where you can visit an incense manufacturer that has been manufacturing incense since 1905 and still maintains traditional handmade manufacturing methods, learn about the history of Awaji Island incense sticks, knowledge of fragrance, and the manufacturing process from a fragrance master called a "Koshi", and experience part of the manufacturing process while receiving a lecture from a veteran craftsman. After learning the basics of incense from a fragrance master called a "Koshi" at an incense manufacturer on Awaji Island, which accounts for approximately 70% of the domestic incense market, you will receive a lecture from a veteran craftsman and experience part of the actual manufacturing process. It is a valuable opportunity to listen to the craftsman's story! *The experience will involve cutting the sticks into bonkiri (a bonkiri stick) and putting them raw on the sticks.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00

Approximately 70% of domestic incense sticks are produced on Awaji Island. Among them, the Ei district is where many manufacturers gather, and you can smell the delicious aroma of incense as you walk through the town. It has even been selected as one of the "100 Scented Landscapes" by the Ministry of the Environment. Visit an incense manufacturer that has been producing incense since 1905 and continues to produce it by hand, learning about the history of Awaji Island incense sticks, knowledge of fragrance, and the manufacturing process from a fragrance master called a "Koshi", and experiencing making your own original incense. After learning the basics of incense by visiting a manufacturer of incense sticks on Awaji Island, which accounts for approximately 70% of domestic incense sticks, and learning about the history and knowledge of fragrance of Awaji Island incense sticks, as well as the traditional manufacturing process, it's time to make your own incense! Choose the color of the incense, put the ingredients and water in a mortar and knead. Blend your favorite fragrances and knead again, then use a die to shape the incense. Take it home and let it dry thoroughly for about a week, and your incense is ready! You can experience making your own scent at home. [Experience Schedule] 11:00 Meeting Observe the traditional incense manufacturing process at Awaji Umekundo Ei Factory (30 minutes) 11:30 Learn about the history of incense and fragrance knowledge from a Kohshi (producer) and experience making incense (80 minutes) 12:50 Scheduled to end

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• In Door Activity

• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00

Approximately 70% of domestic incense sticks are produced on Awaji Island. Among them, the Ei district is where many manufacturers gather, and you can smell the delicious aroma of incense as you walk through the town. It has even been selected as one of the "100 Scented Landscapes" by the Ministry of the Environment. Visit an incense manufacturer that has been producing incense since 1905 and continues to produce it the traditional way, learning about the history of Awaji Island incense sticks, knowledge of fragrance, and the manufacturing process from a fragrance master called a "Koshi", and experiencing making your own original sachet. After learning the basics of incense by visiting an incense manufacturer on Awaji Island, which accounts for approximately 70% of the domestic incense market, and learning about the history of Awaji Island incense stick production, knowledge of fragrance, and the traditional manufacturing process, you can finally experience making an incense sachet. You can mix your favorite fragrance ingredients and make an original sachet to put in your favorite sachet, and enjoy the scent at home. [Experience Schedule] 11:00 Meeting point Observe the traditional incense manufacturing process at Awaji Baikondo Ei Factory 11:30 Learn about the history and scents of incense from a Kohshi (producer) and experience making a scented sachet (50 minutes) 12:20 Scheduled end

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 13～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00

Kuniyoshi Castle is a mountain castle that was the base when the three great heroes Tokugawa Ieyasu, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and Oda Nobunaga attacked Asakura. You will experience the tea ceremony in the room of the Kuniyoshi Castle History Museum, which is designated as a nationally registered tangible cultural property. ~Experience procedure~ ① Reception Please tell the museum reception that you will be participating in the tea ceremony and enter the museum. Please wait in the room in front of the room. ② Tea ceremony ③ Tea ceremony experience

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 19:10 / 21:00

This is a handmade trial lesson that you can create while enjoying herbarium. Choose your favorite flower and enjoy the herbarium experience of preserved flowers! [Explanation of experience plan] Choose your favorite flower and enjoy the herbarium experience! Preserved flowers are made by processing fresh flowers one by one. Since it is made from natural flowers, each flower has a different look. Even if the type, color and arrangement of flowers are the same, they are different one by one. Create the only work in the world.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 20～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 11:30 / 13:30

Learn about Japan's traditional rice wine from a sake sommelier as you savor five cups of sake alongside a course meal featuring vegan Chinese dishes designed to accentuate the flavors of each cup.Highlights- Discover the world of sake, from how it's brewed to the characteristics of each bottle in this sake tasting with food pairings led by a sommelier in Tokyo- Enjoy sake alongside vegan Chinese dishes like tan-tan noodles, dumplings and soy meat Peking duck- Learn from an accredited sake sommelier- Take home a traditional masu sake cup

• Age 6～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 14:00 / 16:30

This is an art calligraphy experience under the guidance of calligrapher Yuyu Makita. You can wear a calligraphy uniform, so there is no need to worry about getting your clothes dirty. First, practice on a piece of calligraphy paper the size of a shikishi. Makita will hold your hand and teach you how to use a brush. Next, you will dynamically draw art calligraphy with a large brush on a large piece of paper measuring 69cm in height and 136cm in width! At the end, take a commemorative photo and take home a souvenir that you can't get anywhere else! It's a valuable experience!

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

Embark on a transformative journey to uncover the essence of Zen in Kamakura Kamakura is an historic city connected deeply to the spiritual tradition of Zen. Powerful samurai clans worshipped at Zen temples during the Kamakura period, making it a center for Zen practice. The city's serene temples and gardens embody Zen principles, offering visitors a peaceful and contemplative experience.

• Age 13～Age 100
• 4～5 hours

Purify your mind, body, and spirit in Kyoto. Start your day with a wholesome tofu lunch and a walking tour of hidden spring water sources.

• In Door Activity

• Age 13～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Start your day refreshed and energized with a private yoga session in a peaceful temple hall near Kyoto Station. Immerse yourself in the serene atmosphere and let go of stress as you practice gentle yoga poses. Our experienced instructor will guide you through a sequence of postures designed to improve flexibility, balance, and mindfulness.

• Age 13～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

Purify your mind, body, and spirit. Start your day with a rejuvenating yoga session in a serene temple, followed by a wholesome tofu lunch and a walking tour of hidden spring water sources.

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 18:00

Experience program You can experience Kodo, one of the representative arts of Japan. 1. A medicinal tea blended with fragrant ingredients will be served as a welcome drink. 2. You will sit in a chair at a Noir Cafe with a flower shop run by a top Japanese flower artist. I will give you a brief explanation about incense. 3. You will be asked to smell the incense of Kyara, Agarwood, and Sandalwood, which are representative fragrant woods. After that, you will experience listening to the scent of incense and applying the scent. Four. After listening to incense, enjoy matcha green tea and sweets.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 18:00

Experience program You can experience Kodo, one of the representative arts of Japan. 1. A medicinal tea blended with fragrant ingredients will be served as a welcome drink. 2. Choose your favorite flowers at Noir Cafe, which has a flower shop run by a top Japanese flower artist. Let's put flowers in the incense seat while receiving instructions (flowers and containers can be taken home). 3. Make an ash mold for the incense burner. (The customer makes an ash mold, puts charcoal in it, and burns the incense.) We listen to the typical incense woods, Kyara, Agarwood, and Sandalwood. Four. Make matcha. (I will tell you how to make delicious matcha, so please enjoy it with the tea and sweets that you have made yourself.)

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 12～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00

A plan that allows you to experience a traditional Japanese bride by wearing a pure white shiromuku and a gorgeous colorful dress with glossy Japanese hair! "I wanted to wear Shiromuku!" "I couldn't wear it at a wedding, so I want to wear it!" "I want to take a picture in a bridal gown!" Let's go♪

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 5～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00

A plan where you can enjoy throwing fans while wearing Heian period aristocratic costumes! Tosenkyo is a traditional indoor game that originated in Kyoto. A fan is thrown at a target called a "butterfly," and points are given based on the position of the fan and how the butterfly falls. It is a plan that you can enjoy with friends, family, or even by yourself! Would you like to enjoy an elegant time wearing an elegant Heian period costume?

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• In Door Activity