Things to do in Japan Page 36
- Age 0~Age 90
- 2~3 hours
This is Yakatabune Kawaguchi. We can guide you to the fireworks at Disneyland, Tokyo Port, Odaiba, Sumida River, Skytree, etc. We are fully equipped with air conditioning, washlet toilets, and karaoke. You can dine with colleagues, friends, lovers, family, etc. while watching the scenery.
- Age 0~Age 90
- 3~4 hours
- 10:00 / 15:00
This is a plan to tour Miyajima and other islands on a luxury cruiser. Since it is a private charter, you can enjoy sightseeing smoothly without worrying about crowds or waiting times. Up to 10 people can board the boat. Please feel free to contact us.
- Age 0~Age 100
- Within 1 hour
\Make your experience even more moving than it was then/We will film water activities such as jet skiing, yachting, and SUP, as well as winter sports such as snowboarding. In addition to activities, please use it as a memory for your family or group. Why not leave behind footage that can't be seen from the ground? ~Flow of the day~①Location scouting/meetingWe will inspect the site and discuss the shooting plan (about 10 minutes)②Fly the shooting drone and shoot (about 30 minutes per flight)③Data deliveryIf you use AirDrop, we will give you the data on the spot, or if you would like to download it, we will give you the URL.
- Age 0~Age 80
- 1~2 hours
- 10:00 / 12:30 / 20:50
This is a direct cruise taxi between Universal City Port and Dotonbori! It is a one-way cruise between Universal City Port and Dotonbori! Enjoy sightseeing on the boat! This is a course where you can enjoy Osaka from the river while relaxing on a lounge sofa type boat. *Due to construction work on the Dotonbori River Water Gate from October 16, 2024 to March 31, 2025, we will operate on a special route. Please contact us as there are times when we cannot accept your request depending on the tide level.
- Age 0~Age 100
- 1~2 hours /2~3 hours
- 18:00
We have you use Charter Cruise for various needs such as as a well-known companion and as a tool to improve the unity of the company. We have "NEWS No. 1" for 40 people and "NEWS No. 2" for 60 people. Departure from the port in the evening to see the arrival and departure of airplanes from Naha Airport up close, launches on board barbecue and catering, anniversaries, birthday parties, TV shooting etc. The possibilities are endless. ★ You can enjoy a night cruise (2 hours) with this plan ★ * Food and drink are not included in the basic plan.
- Age 0~Age 80
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 08:00 / 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00
Charter cruises are used by families, close friends, as a tool to improve cohesion within the company, and for a variety of other needs. We have the 40-passenger "NEWS 1" and the 60-passenger "NEWS 2". Snorkeling, diving, banana boating, barbecuing, sunset cruises, TV shooting, etc. in the Kerama blue sea.The possibilities are endless. ☆With this plan, you can enjoy a leisurely one-day (6 hour) charter cruise☆ *Each option menu below must be applied directly.・Marine jet charter (all you can play marine sports) ¥66,000/1 boat (3 types of towing such as banana boat, wakeboard, water jet) ・Snorkeling ¥2,000/1 person ・Trial diving (1 dive) ¥7,000/1 person (Equipment) , instructor included) / Onboard Barbecue (food and equipment included) ¥3,500~/1 person
- Age 0~Age 100
- Within 1 hour
- 09:00 / 10:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00
It is a plan that you can easily know the roof tiles. After seeing the work of the tiler, you can make a bill plate by taking a bill on the clay used for the Ibushi tile. Plates can be placed in front of the factory or along a silver carriageway if desired.
- Age 0~Age 100
- 4~5 hours
- 09:30
This is a great one-day plan that combines JSCA certified instructors' lessons and river going tours.
- Age 0~Age 99
- Within 1 hour
- 09:30 / 10:30 / 13:30 / 14:30
Learn about kimono trivia while wearing a kimono in Kamo City, Niigata Prefecture, known as the Little Kyoto of Hokuetsu, and after dressing and taking photos, you will have free time. Recommended free time is to enjoy lunch at Yama Cafe, a famous Japanese restaurant nearby, or take a stroll through Kamoyama Park, which is home to Aomi Shrine, where Uesugi Kenshin's mother is said to have visited monthly when she was pregnant with Uesugi Kenshin, and the squirrel park (April to November). You can also see 500 carp streamers swimming in the Kamo River from April to early May, and salmon swimming upstream in November. The shopping street where our shop is located has an arcade called Gangi, and you can stroll through the shopping street known as Longevity Street, and enjoy taking photos with the historic Kamo buildings in the background. ~Experience flow~10:25 Meeting reception (start time is an example) We will confirm your name, number of people, etc. 10:30 Dressing, hair and makeup, photo shootChoose which kimono you would like to wear and we will dress you in it with accessories. If necessary, we will take a snapshot photo after hair and makeup. You will be given the data only. 11:30 Free timeWalk around Kamo, the Little Kyoto of Hokuetsu.We recommend lunch at Yama Cafe in Yamaju, which is listed in the Michelin Guide. 17:00 Return your costumeReturn to our shop and change your clothes. Then the session ends.
- Age 0~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
- 13:00 / 16:00 / 19:00
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 the ship! You'll never get bored just looking at the scenery! Since it's a completely private charter, you can have the luxurious 360° panoramic view of Tokyo Bay all to yourself! It can accommodate up to 12 people, so you can enjoy a space just for yourself, such as with the whole family. It's perfect for couples, girls' nights, and close families! [Operating hours] 13:00-15:00, 16:00-18:00, 19:00-21:00, 2 hours each ◆Meals included, 1 drink service◆ ~Meals (examples)~ Marinated cabbage and cranberry / Minced beef Bolognese penne / Moroccan fruit salad (orange, grape, pomegranate dressing) / Stewed meatballs / Spicy potato fries / Hummus and 2 kinds of vegetable pastes to enjoy in tortillas (grilled eggplant and tahini baba gamouche, avocado mayonnaise, chickpea hummus) / Grilled chicken marinated in balsamic and honey / Pistachio and raspberry square cake Total of 8 dishes ~Drinks~ Daily beer / Kaku highball / Midori gin soda / Lemon sour / Various original cocktails / Various soft drinks such as hot coffee and tea ~Time schedule (example) ~13:00 Departure Once all passengers have gathered, we will guide you to board the boat. 13:15 Around Toyosu Station You can see the tourist spots around Toyosu, such as LaLaport Toyosu, Toyosu Market, and Harumi Pier, from the sea, which is different from usual. 13:25 Passing under the Rainbow Bridge We will cross the Rainbow Bridge by boat, which we usually pass by by train or car. The Rainbow Bridge seen from directly below is very impressive! 13:40 Dine at Odaiba Seaside Park You can enjoy a luxurious time with the view of Tokyo Bay spreading out in front of you and Odaiba, one of Tokyo's most famous tourist spots, at the same time. You can also enjoy a meal made by a professional while enjoying the view. (About 1 hour) 14:50 Return journey We head to Asashio Pier, looking at the luxury cruise ships at Hinode Pier and the cherry blossoms at Hama Rikyu in spring.
- Age 0~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
- 13:00 / 16:00 / 19:00
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 the ship! You'll never get bored just looking at the scenery! Since it's a completely private chartered ship, you can have the luxurious 360° panoramic view of Tokyo Bay all to yourself! Children and pets are also welcome! Enjoy your own space. Perfect for couples, girls' nights, and close families! [Operating hours] 13:00-15:00, 16:00-18:00, 19:00-21:00, 2 hours each ◆Meals included, 1 drink service◆ ~Meals (examples)~ Marinated cabbage and cranberry / Minced beef Bolognese penne / Moroccan fruit salad (orange, grape, pomegranate dressing) / Stewed meatballs / Spicy potato fries / Hummus and 2 kinds of vegetable pastes to enjoy in tortillas (grilled eggplant and tahini baba gamouche, avocado mayonnaise, chickpea hummus) / Grilled chicken marinated in balsamic and honey / Pistachio and raspberry square cake Total of 8 dishes ~Drinks~ Daily beer / Kaku highball / Midori gin soda / Lemon sour / Various original cocktails / Various soft drinks such as hot coffee and tea ~Time schedule (example) ~13:00 Departure Once all passengers have gathered, we will guide you to board the boat. 13:15 Around Toyosu Station You can see the tourist spots around Toyosu, such as LaLaport Toyosu, Toyosu Market, and Harumi Pier, from the sea, which is different from usual. 13:25 Passing under the Rainbow Bridge We will cross the Rainbow Bridge by boat, which we usually pass by by train or car. The Rainbow Bridge seen from directly below is very impressive! 13:40 Dine at Odaiba Seaside Park You can enjoy a luxurious time with the view of Tokyo Bay spreading out in front of you and Odaiba, one of Tokyo's most famous tourist spots, at the same time. You can also enjoy a meal made by a professional while enjoying the view. (About 1 hour) 14:50 Return journey We head to Asashio Pier, looking at the luxury cruise ships at Hinode Pier and the cherry blossoms at Hama Rikyu in spring.
- Age 0~Age 100
- 1~2 hours
- 08:30 / 09:30 / 13:00 / 15:00
This is a 2km walk to see the unusual "Furepe Falls", a waterfall that falls directly into the sea from a cliff gap. On clear days, the Shiretoko mountain range is beautiful here. You can also see how the Shiretoko 100 Square Meter Movement is restoring the former development site to forest. It is often possible to see Ezo deer and wild birds here. The trail may be closed due to brown bears, snowfall, storms, etc. If we know of a closure in advance, we will contact you by mobile phone and offer you cancellation (free of charge) or an alternative course (same price), or a different date and time, if you wish. If the trail is closed after you meet at the site, we will offer you an alternative course (same price) that is available for the remaining time.
- Age 0~Age 75
- 1~2 hours
- 09:10 / 10:50 / 13:50
During the snowy season, you will walk through Shiretoko National Park, a World Heritage Site, on snowshoes. If there is no snow, you will walk without snowshoes. You will walk through natural forests and see waterfalls and giant icicles flowing into the Sea of Okhotsk, and depending on the season, drift ice. You can mainly observe Ezo deer and wild birds. You may also see eagles, woodpeckers, and flying squirrels, which are designated as natural monuments. In the event of a blizzard or other bad weather, we will contact your mobile device and, depending on your preference, we will cancel the tour or reschedule the tour after the weather has improved.
初めてのスノーシュー。 とっても期待して参加しました。 スノーシューの履き方を教わり、いざ出発! 行き先は…フレペの滝展望台。 夏に夫婦二人でいったとこ! 途中、スノーシューをはかずに防滑ブーツやスニーカーで歩く人達に遭遇したら『譲ってあげてね』と言われ、どうせならスノーシューならではのコースで歩きたかったな…と思いましたが、これが『お手軽』なんでしょうかね。 フレペの滝展望台からの帰り道は、車道に出て歩道をスノーシューで歩いて、物足りなく感じました。 でもシカに遭遇したり、森のでき方やヒグマの痕跡の話を聞いたりできたのは、よかったです。
- Age 0~Age 100
- Within 1 hour
- 11:00 / 15:00
A one-of-a-kind handmade ring that you can take home on the day you make it! At Garden Kyoto Main Store, we offer a handmade ring experience. You will work with a professional craftsman, so even beginners can make a handmade ring with confidence. How about making a commemorative gift for your trip and creating memories? With this plan, you can make a platinum or 18-karat wedding ring! From 35,000 yen per ring *Varies depending on the market price of the metal. If the price changes, we will inform you in advance. (Additional fees will be paid on site) *For stone-set designs, we will keep it for 2 to 3 weeks. ~Experience flow~ ① Meeting / Reception We will make it by hand in a calm and stylish space of a bridal jewelry specialty store. ② Preparation First, choose the material (platinum / 18-karat), width, and finishing design. ③ Experience The craftsman will solder the bullion cut to the customer's size on the spot. We will adjust the size by tapping the soldered ring. Once the size is adjusted, we will use a file to shape it and make it comfortable to wear! It is a happy time to make it while thinking of each other. ④ End / Disbandment The one-of-a-kind wedding ring in the world is complete! We can also make takeaways on the day or tailor made meals to fit your budget, so please feel free to contact us!
- Age 0~Age 100
- Within 1 hour /1~2 hours
- 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30 / 17:00 / 17:30
At Madame Tussauds Tokyo, there are a plethora of super-realistic life-size figures that look as if they were alive, from body size to facial skeleton, eye color to finger shape! You can enjoy a time of surprise and excitement as if you actually met the world's most popular stars and celebrities! Please enjoy the outfits and photogenic settings of each figure♪ Please bring the voucher sent by message or email after booking and present it on the day. * You only need to present [Voucher with exclusive QR code], and you do not need to present Activity Japan reservation confirmation email and My Page. Please note that orders placed after 16:00 on weekdays or on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays will be shipped on the following business day.
- Age 1~Age 80
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00
One of the major themes of Kitsuki tourism is "a town that suits Japanese clothes". This castle town, which has also been called Little Kyoto, has the atmosphere of Edo everywhere in the city, giving visitors the charm of taking a time trip to Edo. What is fun is that we support this "mood" as a community development.
- Age 0~Age 90
- 2~3 hours
- 08:30 / 09:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 15:30
Special whale watching only for ON SHORE going with a large cruiser! Let's meet the humpback whale with a large cruiser that has a sense of stability and little shaking.
- Age 0~Age 100
- Within 1 hour
It is an aircraft charter that allows you to freely set the course according to your own plan, such as sightseeing, travel, business trip, and transportation of goods. In the case of travel or business trips, unlike regular flights, you are not bound by time. In addition, it is possible to take off and land at airports dedicated to small aircraft that do not have regular flights. Also, how about a sightseeing flight with your friends on your anniversary? The ground view from above looks like a miniature set. At night, the city lights shine like jewels. Please enjoy walking in the air. Nationwide travel support "regional coupons" are available.
- Age 1~Age 80
- 1~2 hours
Private SUP tour on Kohama Island! Beginners, families and couples are all welcome. You can rent a private SUP in a calm area with weak winds, so anyone can feel safe ⭐︎ You can bring drinks and snacks on the board, so it's great to take a break while floating on the SUP! There are many ways to play, such as long-distance cruising, rowing out to the ocean where you can see some fish, and mangrove forests! The tour is attractive because you will never get bored no matter how many times you come! ●Experience flow● (Example) 9:00 Pickup Pick up at the designated location! 9:10 Arrive at the point Wear a life jacket and marine shoes. Before going out to the sea, we will explain how to row, ride, wind and safety, and you will be ready! 9:20 Start SUP Start by practicing rowing while sitting at your own pace. Once you get used to it, stand up and slide! There are also breaks along the way! 10:40 Finish, you can relax on the beach at the end of the land! After shaking off the sand, we will get in the car and head to the designated disbanding location. 11:00 Disband! We will take you to the desired disbandment location and send you the photos before disbanding!
ずっと憧れていた初めてのSAP。 「サンライズの時間がおすすめです」 とお勧めしてもらった時は、びっくりしましたが、「初心者、ご年配の方大歓迎」のメッセージに勇気をもらい参加しました。 最高の朝で感動の体験が出来ました。 感謝です。 写真や動画もたくさん撮っていただき、うれしかったです!!
- Age 0~Age 100
- Within 1 hour
- 09:00
Our exclusive patent! Pleasure boat on ice! Let's cruise on the ice in 20 minutes! We have 6 handmade large sleds (10 people). A veteran instructor will guide you through the panoramic view of Lake Onuma slowly and leisurely on a snowmobile. [Customers of preschoolers] Customers from 0 years old to preschoolers can participate for free. In case of participation, please fill in the number of people in the "remarks column".
- Age 1~Age 69
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 08:30
Let's start today's fun journey▼8:30 Meeting place: Nagoya Station Taiko-dori Exit Ministop Tsubakicho Store Address: 5-10 Tsubakichō, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi-ken 453-0015 *The bus departs on time. Please arrive with plenty of time (about 10 minutes before). Please cooperate by adhering to the meeting and departure times and departing on time.▼11:00 Hida Takayama (free walk, free lunch / 180 minutes) Stroll through the old town Takayama and the surrounding area boast traditional architecture, gorgeous festivals, and some of the best mountains and hot springs in Japan. Widely recognized as an important asset of Gifu, surrounded by majestic nature, including the Japanese Alps, Takayama is not only a wonderful tourist destination in itself, but also a great base for sightseeing in the Japanese Alps and the surrounding Hida region. The Mimachi Building Preservation District, the heart of Takayama city, attracts tourists from all over Japan. You can spend an entire day wandering the old streets, buying souvenirs from the many craft shops, tasting local teas, and enjoying local specialties such as wagyu beef sushi. There are also many sake breweries in and around the Mimachi district. You can also enjoy tastings at the breweries. ▼15:00 Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village (120 minutes) Located at the foot of the sacred mountain Hakusan, Shirakawa-go is one of the must-visit tourist destinations in Gifu. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this beautiful traditional village is the definition of postcard-like beauty. Shirakawa-go Ogimachi Gassho-zukuri Village is the village with the most remaining Gassho-zukuri houses. The name Gassho-zukuri literally means "like praying hands." Gassho-zukuri Village takes you back to pre-modern Japan. Climb the Shirakawa-go observation deck, look out over the village, and enjoy the view of a time gone by. Shirakawa-go is worth a repeat visit as it shows different looks with the changing of the seasons. From the beautiful cherry blossom season to the lush summer, from the fiery autumn leaves to the quiet white winter, Shirakawa-go always has a spectacular charm. ▼17:00 Return to Nagoya Station and the tour ends. ▼19:30 Nagoya Station Taiko-dori Exit Ministop Tsubakicho Store Disband This tour is a shared tour and participants come from all over the world.
- Age 0~Age 100
- 1~2 hours
- 19:30
Enjoy a special time while enjoying your meal at a VIP seat (table on the sand)! You won't have to wait in line at the food stalls, and you can enjoy fresh seafood dishes, such as Diamond Head's specialty, grilled squid by the ama divers, and grilled turban shells caught that morning. One drink of alcohol or soft drink is also included! Avoid the crowds and spend a meaningful time watching the fireworks at your leisure. Although reserving spots is prohibited at the Mikuni fireworks, this is the only place you can reserve a spot! On the day of the event, you can come to Hamachaya Diamond Head without worrying about finding a spot! There are also toilets on the beach, so you can use them without leaving the beach. You don't have to worry about missing the fireworks! Before the fireworks start, you can stay in the covered seats at Hamachaya Diamond Head until the sun goes down! If you make a reservation, we will provide parking for you for an additional 2,000 yen per car.
花火が始まってから暗い中料理が出てきました その料理はイカ焼き、お肉3,4切れ、枝豆ちょっと、サザエちょっと、ひどすぎます これでは夜店でたくさん買って食べた方がずっといいです 初めて利用しましたが花火は素晴らしかったのにとっても残念になりました おすすめしません
- Age 0~Age 99
- Within 1 hour
- 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:30 / 13:30 / 14:30 / 15:30 / 16:30
A huge marine athletics facility has appeared for the first time on Gotemba Beach in Tsu City, Mie Prefecture! The facility is packed with play equipment, including a ZIPLINE, which is appearing for the first time in Japan! It can be enjoyed by both children and adults!
初めは50分しかない?!っと短く思ってましたが、意外と一通り回って、すこし余ったくらいでちょうど良い時間でした!!本当に広く、楽しく、ジップラインが超楽しくて、3回もしちゃいました!!オススメです!!
- Age 0~Age 100
- 1~2 hours
It is a company of Mizugo tour in Omihachiman. Take a leisurely rowing boat through the maze-like reed beds that change with the seasons. It is a healing trip where you can experience nature while being healed by the sounds of birds and the wind. There are many water village tours all over Japan, but we are proud that Omihachiman is the best place to go in the wilderness in Japan. Enjoy a wonderful landscape and a relaxing time. There are also chartered boats that you can enjoy with your friends and family, and regular boats that are popular with one or two people.
- Age 0~Age 100
- 1~2 hours
- 10:00 / 13:00 / 13:10 / 15:00
It is a company of Mizugo tour in Omihachiman. Take a leisurely rowing boat through the maze-like reed beds that change with the seasons. It is a healing trip where you can experience nature while being healed by the sounds of birds and the wind. There are many water village tours all over Japan, but we are proud that Omihachiman is the best place to go in the wilderness in Japan. Enjoy a wonderful landscape and a relaxing time. There are also chartered boats that you can enjoy with your friends and family, and regular boats that are popular with one or two people.
ゆっくり1時間、乗り合いでしたが、楽しく、水をかく音や群生したよしが風に揺れる音が心地よく癒やされました〜。暑くて力仕事で大変だと思いますが、船頭さんのお人柄も優しく素敵な体験ができました。
- Age 0~Age 90
- 2~3 hours
- 17:00
*Currently, the boat is equipped with heating. You can stay comfortable inside even in the cold season. Enjoy the supreme silence from dusk to night. The majestic sun sets. The pitch black lake spreads out before your eyes.
このツアーを体験して、人生で最高の時間を過ごすことができました。ガイドもプロフェッショナルでフレンドリーでした。合間にはとても楽しいアクティビティもありました。言及されていたように、クルーズデートは本当にロマンチックでした。家族と一緒にまた来たいと思います。
- Age 1~Age 80
- 1~2 hours
- 11:00 / 14:00
*The boat is currently heated, so you can enjoy a comfortable stay even in winter. Black-headed gulls are migratory birds that visit the lake every year from November to mid-February. Many people gather at various points around Lake Hamana to feed the gulls. Office Nuts offers a plan that allows you to have a special and comfortable feeding experience. Tour duration: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, lunch included (lunch box, tea), and feeding for the black-headed gulls included
今回初めて利用しました。 友達へのサプライズバースデー♪としてプレゼント! とっても喜んでくれました! 私も初めてだったので最初から最後までワクワクが止まりませんでした。 アトラクションは最高!! 音楽もいいですねぇ!曲に合わせて動きを変えてくれたりslowからhighになったりカッコよかったです! カモメの餌やりは、餌をあげる時、手のひらに乗せたエサを食べてくれて感動しました♡ あんな近くまで来てくれるなんてビックリ! ずっと笑ってた気がします(笑) 普段大人しめな2人も、今回ばかりははしゃげてて良かったぁぁぁ♪ また行きたいです!
- Age 0~Age 70
- Within 1 hour
- 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00
*The boat is currently equipped with heating. You can stay comfortable even in cold weather. The water driving trial is a simplified version of the regular course.
8月下旬にお天気が不安定の日が続いていて折角なら晴れの日が良いと1日前に夫婦、2人で予約しました。 お盆が過ぎていたからなのかすんなり予約でき、浜松市在住ながら集合場所のルートをしっかり確認せず出発、高速に乗ってしまい降りれない事態に集合時間を過ぎてしまいましたがお電話でゆっくりきて下さいとの事でインストラクターの方がラフな感じの方でほっと安心し辿りつき 平日とゆう事なのか2人貸切になりました。 船首に座り遊覧船よりも乗船料は高いですが私達には相応の値段でした。浜名湖の風と空と海をしっかりと感じれら最高のひとときを過ごしました。 スピードが波に揺られる時もあるので酔いやすい方、小さなお子様、怖がりの方は向いてないかもしれません。 夏は日差しが強いので帽子を被りたい方は船首では風に飛ばされるので帽子は被れません。日焼けと暑さが気にならない方は船首 で浜名湖をぜひ満喫してほしいですね。 日除けのある席にも移動もできますので 体調に気をつけて乗船してみてください。 50分があっとゆう間で2時間ぐらい乗っていたかったです。 また、機会がありましたら利用したいと思いました。
- Age 1~Age 99
- 4~5 hours
- 14:00 / 18:00
Admire Nishimonai Bon dance, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, in both street seat and box seat with view from above.August 16th during the Bon Festival is the day to bid farewell to ancestral spirits. As the sun sets over the Dewa mountains, the music of the yose-daiko drum resounds in Nishimonai, Ugo Town. Soon after, well-dressed children perform the Ondo dance on Honmachi Street where bonfires are lit, and the three-day Bon Odori begins.Skillful dancers who cover their faces with braided hats and hikosa hoods join in, and indigo-dyed costumes with gorgeous embroidery stand out against the bonfires. The dance has a fascinating curved beauty of interwoven graceful hand gestures and foot movements. The participants dance wholeheartedly in unison with their ancestral spirits, wishing for an abundant harvest. 100,000 viewers are intoxicated by the dreamy world of the musicians, dancers, and bonfires.The tour starts 18:00. If you interested in Nishimonai bon dance more, we can offer optional tour for free. You can learn how to dance Nishimonai Bon dance, and history. The optional tour starts 14:00 at meeting place.
- Age 0~Age 99
- 4~5 hours
- 16:00
Enjoy boat-ramming of the Okuribon Festival. The boats off square in pairs and are rammed against each other at the nose. Participants smash together, shouting and waving as fireworks go off overhead.The Boat-Ramming (Butsuke-ai)Ceremony: Each of the yakatabune that take part in the ceremony is prepared by the residents and shopkeepers of a different neighborhood of Yokote. While the boat are reused from previous festivals, every year the residents must fashion frames new straw hulls and fittings, a process that takes up to a month. Each of the participating neighborhoods builds a yakatabune, which must be carried from its home neighborhood to the dry riverbed of the Yokote River. On August 15, the boats are lined up during the bon odori so that visitors can see them up close. On August 16, the boats are pulled down to the river for the sending-off ceremony. This is followed by the “boat-ramming” (butsuke-ai) ceremony, which has become the highlight of the Okuribon Festival. The boats are brought back to the bridge, where they square off in pairs and are rammed against each other at the nose. Representatives from each neighborhood remain aboard the boats as they smash together, shouting and waving as fireworks go off overhead.
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