Things to do in Japan Page 196
- Age 6~Age 99
- 2~3 hours
56th Fukushima Waraji Festival [Peach picking ticket included]Friday, August 1, 2025Saturday, August 2, 2025Friday, August 1, 18:30-21:00 (scheduled) Paid spectator seating availableNational Route 13, Shinobu-dori to Ekimae-dori Waraji Dance, Large Waraji Parade, Original Waraji ParadeSaturday, August 2, 18:30-20:00 (scheduled) Paid spectator seating availableNational Route 13, Shinobu-dori to Ekimae-dori Waraji Dance, Large Waraji Parade, Original Waraji Parade, FinaleMount Shinobu, known since ancient times for its utamakura (poem of the dead), is located in the center of Fukushima City and is best known for its three mountains: Gassan, Yudono, and Haguro. The giant straw sandals (12m long) at Haguro Shrine, one of the three Shinobu mountains (Mount Shinobu), are said to be the largest in Japan, and have been dedicated since ancient times at the Akatsuki Mairi festival every February in prayer for good walking. It is said that the origins of the giant straw sandals lie in the Niomon gate at Haguro Shrine, where straw sandals were made to fit the size of the Nio statues enshrined there. Later, people setting out on long journeys such as pilgrimages to Ise Shrine began to offer them in prayer for good walking and a safe journey. In recent years, people have also prayed for good health, bountiful harvests, safety in the home, and prosperity in business. The Akatsuki Mairi festival every February is a traditional festival that has been passed down for over 400 years since the Edo period, and giant straw sandals (currently only one foot worth) are dedicated. The Fukushima Waraji Festival originated from this "Akatsuki Mairi" and is held every year from the first Friday to Sunday in August as a festival to protect the tradition of Japan's largest straw sandals, promote local consciousness, enjoy the short Tohoku summer, and provide a place for citizens to relax. In addition, by donating a large straw sandal (one pair), the two donated to the "Akatsuki Mairi" make up a pair (both pairs), which also carries the meaning of praying for even stronger legs.
- Age 5~Age 80
- 2~3 hours
You can enjoy a luxurious and extravagant time on a chartered 12-seat cruise ship from Dotonbori or Nakanoshima in Osaka. You can also cruise to watch the sunset or fireworks at sea. (Consultation required) We want many people to enjoy luxurious boating at a reasonable price, so we have prepared a wide range of plans from rivers to sea to music.
- Age 3~Age 100
- 1~2 hours
- 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00
Have you ever seen a huge calligraphy performance? Opportunities to experience calligraphy performance are limited, and it is something everyone should experience at least once in their life. Calligraphy performance is more than just writing, it is an art that reflects your heart. You can also relieve your daily fatigue and stress and have a dynamic and powerful experience. In this calligraphy performance experience, you will be able to write on one full sheet of paper (69cm x 136cm) and two pieces of paper cut in half (34.5cm x 136cm). You can take home your finished work. At the end of the experience, please add your name to the giant calligraphy work that I created, measuring approximately 2.5m x 5m. Experience location: The event will be held at a former Japanese confectionery store in Sadogashima, Niigata Prefecture. You can reach us by car or bus, and the bus stop is a 5-minute walk away. There is also free parking, which can be reached in just 30 seconds on foot. Language: You can choose from Japanese or English. Note: If the experience is for about 4 people, it will take about 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes. We can accommodate groups of 10 or more, but it may take longer than planned, so if you have a large group, please contact us in advance. Also, since you will be using ink in the experience, please come in clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. The experience includes: 1. Introduction 2. Demonstration 3. Practice 4. Add your name to the giant calligraphy I wrote 5. Certificate 6. Matcha time, Q&A, photo shoot, etc.
- Age 3~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
- 10:00 / 13:00
This is an experience program unique to Shizuoka, the tea-producing region, where you can learn about tea from farmers at a tea plantation where high-quality tea is produced using the Chagusaba farming method, a World Agricultural Heritage site, and enjoy a sencha ceremony where you brew delicious tea yourself in a teapot. Also, with this plan, you can enjoy a tea ceremony at the old Tokaido 53 Station Hisaka-juku and an old inn from the Edo period. ~Flow of the experience~ (You can choose morning session or afternoon session) 10:00/13:00 Tabinosha meeting/reception 10:15/13:15 Tea learning experience with tea farmers at the tea plantation (tea season) There is also a tea picking experience (approx. 30 minutes) 11:00/14:00 Experience comparing three types of tea drinking at the old private house of Hisaka-shuku Motoiyaba (approx. 40 minutes) 11:40/14:40 Tokaido Fifty Stroll around the post town of Miyoshi with a local guide (approx. 20 minutes) 12:10/15:10 Receive tea bottles and tea bags as souvenirs at Tabinosha, then leave.
- Age 3~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
- 10:00 / 13:00
This is an experience program unique to Shizuoka, the tea-producing region, where you can learn about tea from farmers at a tea plantation where high-quality tea is produced using the Chagusaba farming method, a World Agricultural Heritage site, and enjoy a sencha ceremony where you brew delicious tea yourself in a teapot. In addition, with this plan, you will enjoy a tea-filled time at ``Chamonji no Sato Higashiyama'', the area's premier tea producing area. ~ Flow of the experience ~ 10:00/13:00 Higashiyama Ipukudokoro: Deep steamed tea drinking comparison (about 30 minutes) 10:40/13:40 Information on Chagusaba farming at the tea plantation (tea picking experience available during tea season) (about 30 minutes) 11:20/14:20 Tea party with sencha brewed in a teapot on the terrace at the summit of Mt. Awagatake (about 30 minutes) 12:10/15:10 Souvenirs of tea bottles and tea bags at Higashiyama Ipukudokoro Disband after receiving
- Age 3~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
- 10:00 / 13:00
This is an experience program unique to Shizuoka, the tea-producing region, where you can learn about tea from farmers at a tea plantation where high-quality tea is produced using the Chagusaba farming method, a World Agricultural Heritage Site, and enjoy a time spent making delicious tea with the tea farmers. ~Procedure of the experience~ 10:00/13:00 Gather at Tabinosha/Reception 10:15/13:15 Spend time in the tea fields talking with farmers and helping with their work. During the tea break, enjoy a tea ceremony with delicious tea brewed by farmers! (approx. 60 minutes) 11:20/14:20 Try tasting Higashiyama tea at Higashiyama Ippukudokoro (approx. 25 minutes) 12:00/15:00 Receive tea bottles and tea packs as souvenirs at Tabinosha ,dissolution
- Age 6~Age 100
- 1~2 hours
- 13:00
Mukuroji Woodware, which specializes in making wooden tableware, opens its workshop to the public on the 4th Saturday of every month to hold workshops♪★ Experience making butter knives using professional machinery★ The butter knives you make will be delivered on the same day. You can take it home. We will accept applications from just one person! We will do our best to make sure you have a fun and injury-free time! ~Procedure of the experience~ 1. Draw a side view of a butter knife with a pencil. 2. Cut outside the line you drew with a scroll saw. 3.Use a machine called a belt sander to sand down to the lines on the side view. 4. Cut the unnecessary parts using a saw. 5. Draw a top view of the butter knife with a pencil. 6. Use a belt sander to sand down to the lines shown on the top view. 7. Polish with sponge sander and sandpaper by hand. 8. Wear gloves and apply oil with a rag to complete. Customers who participate in this plan will receive a cup of home-roasted coffee. The workshop is in a great location, surrounded by nature and close to the sea. If the weather is nice, you might even be able to enjoy a spectacular sunset with a cup of coffee in hand! ?
- Age 3~Age 100
- 5~6 hours
- 10:00
This is an experience program unique to Shizuoka, the tea-producing region, where you can learn about tea from farmers at a tea plantation where high-quality tea is produced using the Chagusaba farming method, a World Agricultural Heritage site, and enjoy a sencha ceremony where you brew delicious tea yourself in a teapot. In addition, this plan will visit the production areas of two of the three major tea brands in Shizuoka, ``Mountain Tea Kawane Tea'' and ``Fukasteamed Tea Kakegawa Tea'', hear from the producers, and have the opportunity to taste and compare teas. Recommended for those who love tea! ~Procedure of the experience~ 10:00 Gather at Higashiyama Ipuku-dokoro and compare the tastes of Higashiyama tea (approx. 30 minutes) 10:40 Tea plantation Explanation about Chagusaba farming from the farmers (approx. 30 minutes) 11:40 Local cuisine: ``Japanese yam yam soup'' ” Lunch (approx. 40 minutes) 12:30 Tea Miyako Museum Learn about Japanese green tea and teas from other countries (approx. 60 minutes) 14:30 Tea plantation Interact with farmers who produce Kawane tea (approx. 60 minutes)
- Age 3~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
- 10:00 / 13:00
World Agricultural Heritage Site Learn about tea from farmers at a tea plantation where high-quality tea is produced using the Chagusaba farming method, learn about tea distribution from a tea shop called a tea merchant, and meet the masters of tea-tasting tea distributed in the market. This is a special experience program to enjoy. ~ Flow of the experience ~ 10:00/13:00 Gather at Tabinosha/Reception 10:15/13:15 Interaction with tea farmers at the tea plantation (during tea season, you can experience tea picking) Approximately 30 minutes 10:55/13 :55 Tour of the processing plant and tea tasting experience at a tea shop Approximately 60 minutes 12:00/15:00 Receive tea bottles and tea bags as souvenirs at Tabinosha, then dismiss.
- Age 5~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
- 12:00
You can experience the traditional Japanese art of geisha entertainment while enjoying delicious food and drinks at a restaurant in a traditional Japanese house built over 260 years ago! ・Directly connected to Kazamatsuri Station, or a 10-minute taxi ride from Odawara Station ・Experience the traditional Japanese culture of geisha entertainment ・Tailor-made kaiseki cuisine prepared by the head chef ・You can taste local sake and juices from Hakone and Odawara (additional charges apply) ・You can grill sweetfish on the hearth in a 260-year-old traditional Japanese house, and enjoy tea in the tea room. Since the Edo period (1600-1868), geishas have been indispensable at banquets at traditional Japanese restaurants, such as dancing and playing the shamisen to liven up the party. Such restaurants have an image of "no first-time customers" and "price is up to you," so many people who wanted to experience geisha entertainment may have been hesitant to take the plunge. With the aim of protecting the traditional culture of Odawara and Hakone and conveying its charm, a "Traditional Culture Experience Plan" has been created at Kaiseki Oshimizu in Suzuhiro Kamaboko no Sato, where you can experience geisha dancing and geisha play while dining. Hakone Yumoto boasts the second largest geisha culture after Kyoto. Experience the traditional Japanese culture of "geisha" while enjoying Japanese food and sake prepared by the head chef in an old gassho-style house built over 260 years ago.
- Age 6~Age 80
- 2~3 hours
In the snowy room called "Hon-yara-do," there is a charcoal kotatsu that does not use electricity! You can eat rice cakes and sweets while sitting in the kotatsu. At night, candles are lit in the Hon-yara-do. *Fireworks and hotpots are available as options. *You can grill the "anbo" from the anbo experience on a charcoal grill and eat it. Staff will be able to speak simple English and use a translator. If you are unsure, we can also provide an interpreter (for a fee).
- Age 6~Age 99
- 4~5 hours
Tohoku Summer Festival Experience Guided half-day tour to enjoy and deeply understand Aomori's summer festival "Nebuta" Duration Contents 10:30 Meet at Aomori Station 10:30-10:45 Transfer (on foot) 10:45-11:30 Costume rental at Nebuta Jumper costume rental specialty store Narumiya 11:30-11:40 Transfer (on foot) 11:40-12:30 Aomori Gyosai Center Lunch 12:30-12:40 Transfer (on foot) 12:40- 13:40 Nebuta House Wa Rasse Nebuta Hayashi live performance/jumping experience 14:00 Dismissal
- Age 6~Age 90
- 2~3 hours
- 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00
In Matsumoto, a town where rich nature and tradition combine, you can experience three traditional Japanese cultures at once: kimono, rickshaw, and shamisen. [Kimono selection/dressing/hair set] Please choose your favorite kimono at "Hanakomichi" in front of Matsumoto Castle. We can also assist you in coordinating items according to the season and the customer. Dressed in traditional Japanese costumes and having your hair styled by a stylist, you will be able to feel the Japanese etiquette through your attire. Now the nostalgic experience begins. [Round around Matsumoto Castle and the castle town by rickshaw] A rickshaw will pick you up at "Hanakomichi". Enjoy the atmosphere of a castle town while listening to the history of Matsumoto Castle and town from the hawker. Along the way, we will talk about recommended shops and information that may not be found in guidebooks, tailored to your interests. At the end of the tour, we will drop you off at the shamisen shop "Kikuoka Matsuno" in Nakamachi. The view from the rickshaw is higher than usual. It will be an elegant moment. [Learn about the shamisen from a musician and watch a live performance] At the end of the experience, go to the shamisen shop "Kikuoka Matsuno" and enjoy a shamisen performance experience under the guidance of a musician and a live performance just for customers. The sound of the shamisen that you hear live is truly the traditional sound of Japan. Experience the unique aesthetic sense and sensibility of the Japanese through the shamisen, which has been loved for a long time in Japan. The sound of the shamisen echoing through Matsumoto, a town where tradition and nature blend together, will surely make your trip an unforgettable memory.
- Age 6~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
Go rowing the Nakaragawa starting with kayak from Shirahama Iriomote Island. Trekking from there went to the place to go.
- Age 6~Age 100
- Over 6 hours on the day
Deep valley, Yutsun valley that runs north from Iriomote highest peak Komidake. There is a waterfall that flows down a huge rock that is also connected to the many stages upstream of Yutsun river flowing therethrough majestic. The visible part in the major three-stage as "Yutsun three-stage of the waterfall" We call everyone.
- Age 6~Age 100
- 1~2 hours
- 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00
A new sensation! ``Yubiwa Cafe'' Yuzen's silver ring is perfect for a variety of situations, whether it's as a reward for yourself, a gift, or as a pairing item. In this program, you can actually hammer and polish a silver ring in the size that suits you. Enjoy monozukuri in a cafe-like atmosphere while drinking a drink. Feel free to join with friends, family, or couples. Why not create your very own silver ring with all the details and experience that will remain in your memories as well as its shape? *The price of this program includes the experience fee, silver material fee, and drink fee (equivalent to 550 yen).
- Age 6~Age 100
- Over 6 hours on the day
Most types are many in Japan, and enjoy a day mangrove forest, which boasts the most wide breeding range in the kayak. Fish mangrove can be seen in a lush environment, crustaceans, you can enjoy even birds like.
- Age 0~Age 99
- 2~3 hours
- 10:00 / 13:30
[Relax and feel at ease even if it's your first time with a forest therapist® guide] Would you like to take a forest bath to feel the seasons in the beautiful Aobayama area, where the history, culture, and nature of the forest capital of Sendai are perfectly fused? Take a breather in the forest capital of Sendai. Relax your mind and body with the guidance of a forest therapist who will teach you effective forest bathing.・This is a forest bathing program that lasts approximately 2 hours.・The amount of exercise is light. Walk slowly while sitting or sleeping. The total walking time is less than 1 hour. ※meet at the venue. Recommended for those using their own car or rental car. [Example schedule] [In the morning] 9:50 Meet at Kokusai Center Station 10:00 Relax in the forest in the Aobayama area 12:00 End/dismiss [In the afternoon] 13:50 Meet at Kokusai Center Station 14:00 In the Aobayama area Relaxing forest bathing 16:00 End/dismissal《Program contents》01. Check your physical condition Check your current condition 02. Relax your body with stretching 03. Control your breathing04. Walk through the forest with a guide and release your five senses ~ Touch the seasonal plants, smell the aroma of the trees, feel the wind, feel the warmth of the sunlight filtering through the trees, listen to the sound of water...05. Check your physical condition Are there any changes in your mind or body? 06. Let's look back at today's forest bathing and look for tips to enjoy your daily life.
- Age 0~Age 99
- 2~3 hours
- 17:00
Because we have a guide, we will take you to spots where you can enjoy the pageant of light for those who are experts. Speaking of Sendai in December, there is the ``Pageant of Lights'' on Jozenji Street. Would you like to walk through the beautifully colored illuminations with commentary from a local guide? We will show you the beauty of illumination that is not just seen from below. The event will end at Kotodai Park, where there will also be stalls. Why not take a look at your favorite store? Itinerary Talknet Hall Sendai ⇒ Nishi Park ⇒ Jozenji Street ⇒ Kotodai Park (disbanded)
- Age 3~Age 90
- 3~4 hours
This plan allows you to rent a kimono and have your photo taken by a photographer at a photo studio attached to a retro cafe near Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine in Osaka. You can enjoy both studio photography and location photography at the shrine. Please wear kimono with your family and partners who will be traveling with you and capture your memories in photos. Would you like to preserve the time with your kimono that will make you smile when you look back on it 10 years from now? We can also store your luggage and arrange delivery, so you can enjoy sightseeing in Osaka while still wearing your kimono after the photo shoot!
- Age 5~Age 80
- 1~2 hours
- 10:30 / 13:30
Let's try SUP & Kayaking experience at Suma Beach, Kobe! We aim to provide activities that allow everyone to become familiar with the sea, in order to get to know the Suma sea through activities centered around marine recreation, and to deepen interest in the sea and understanding of safety. We offer SUP trial lessons and kayak trial lessons. It's okay for elementary school students and above. You can also participate with your family, friends, and colleagues. Let's enjoy the sea of Kobe together! Scheduled to be held every Saturday, Sunday, and holidays ▪10:30-12:30 (90 minutes) ▪13:30-15:30 (90 minutes)
- Age 6~Age 100
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 09:00
Day 1 (previous night) Check-in and overnight stay at your own hotel (1 night with breakfast) 2nd day Hotel - Japanese culture at Kabusanji "Goma burning" experience - Shogi SHOGI event - "Shogi town Takatsuki" ” and experience the charm of shogi and Japanese culture! ! This is an original event that will only be held for 5 days this year due to the event of the tourism restart project! ! You can participate for a limited time only. *The next day after staying at the hotel, you will be transferred to a private vehicle. Experience the Japanese culture of ``Gomadaki'' at Kaminezanji Temple, which has a history of 1,200 years, with a reliable English-speaking guide! ! We will prepare an original lunch of popular Japanese food. We will be holding an event where you can learn about shogi and have fun in Takatsuki City, which is associated with shogi. ■Stay at Hotel Abest Grande Takatsuki near Osaka for 1 night with breakfast and large public bath (15 minutes by rapid train from JR Osaka Station) *After staying at the designated hotel, you will meet at the hotel the next day. ■Depart for a half-day sightseeing tour from your hotel (Hotel Abest Grande Takatsuki) by private car. AM: Experience Japanese culture Goma-daki at Kaminezanji Temple! ! PM: Please enjoy this tour's original shogi-related workshops, lectures on shogi, instructional games (10 sides for shogi players and female shogi players), etc. at the banquet in the hotel.
- Age 6~Age 100
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 09:00
Day 1 (previous night) Check-in and overnight stay at your own hotel (1 night with breakfast) 2nd day Hotel - Japanese culture at Kabusanji "Goma burning" experience - Shogi SHOGI event - "Shogi town Takatsuki" ” and experience the charm of shogi and Japanese culture! ! This is an original event that will only be held for 5 days this year due to the event of the tourism restart project! ! You can participate for a limited time only. *The next day after staying at the hotel, you will be transferred to a private vehicle. Experience the Japanese culture of ``Gomadaki'' at Kaminezanji Temple, which has a history of 1,200 years, with a reliable English-speaking guide! ! We will prepare an original lunch of popular Japanese food. We will be holding an event where you can learn about shogi and have fun in Takatsuki City, which is associated with shogi. ■Stay at Hotel Abest Grande Takatsuki near Osaka for 1 night with breakfast and large public bath (15 minutes by rapid train from JR Osaka Station) *After staying at the designated hotel, you will meet at the hotel the next day. ■Depart for a half-day sightseeing tour from your hotel (Hotel Abest Grande Takatsuki) by private car. AM: Experience Japanese culture Goma-daki at Kaminezanji Temple! ! PM: Please enjoy this tour's original shogi-related workshops, lectures on shogi, instructional games (10 sides for shogi players and female shogi players), etc. at the banquet in the hotel.
- Age 5~Age 100
- Within 1 hour
- 15:00 / 17:00
The koto is a representative Japanese musical instrument that has been around for 1000 years. The melody is very elegant and Japanese. It will be an unforgettable memory of your trip to Japan. In this program, you will actually touch the koto and practice simple songs. Recommended for people who love music.
- Age 0~Age 100
- 1~2 hours
- 10:00 / 13:30
This is a plan that allows you to experience making "Flower Chozumizu" at Oshijo, which has been used as a setting for novels and movies♪ You can make it with your favorite flowers! You can take a commemorative photo with your own work! Let's enjoy together a valuable experience that can only be done here! For customers from foreign countries, an English-speaking guide will accompany you. [What is Hanachōzu? ] A chozubachi with flowers floating in it before worship.
- Age 0~Age 75
- 2~3 hours
After visiting a Nambu ironware workshop, you can enjoy coffee made with Nambu ironware at a nice coffee shop. It is said that the lord of the Nambu clan in Morioka invited a kettle maker from Kyoto to make a kettle for tea ceremony in the 17th century. You can visit a Nambu ironware workshop and enjoy hot water or coffee made with Nambu ironware. Why not try drinking a drink made with Nambu ironware and feel the difference? Morioka is also famous as a city of coffee shops. It was selected as a "city to visit" by the New York Times in 2023. ★ If you are unable to visit the workshop, you will visit several private workshops instead of the manufacturing process. ★ On days when the coffee shop is closed, the plan will change to tea at another coffee shop, or to visiting a popular coffee shop in Morioka instead of Nambu ironware. ★ Customized plans are also available, so please contact us.
- Age 5~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
- 11:00 / 14:00
Experience traditional ceremonies and meals at Kanda Myojin, which has a 1,300-year history as the guardian deity of Tokyo. The current building was rebuilt in 1934, and you can enter the precious building designated as a nationally registered tangible cultural property, and experience a ritual performed by Shinto priests and shrine maidens called Shoden Sanhai. After the ceremony, it is time for a meal called Naorai. This meal is also included in the traditional ceremony, and you can have a delicious meal while having a valuable experience.
- Age 3~Age 90
- 2~3 hours
- 11:00
Let's make cute and unique character bento together! Character bento (character bento) is a bento that uses rice and side dishes to express motifs such as anime characters and animals. The small bowl is filled with surprises and cuteness! Not only is it cute, it is also well-balanced in nutrition. The character bento making experience is a special experience that you can only have while staying in Japan. We look forward to meeting you all. Venue: The event will be held at cooking studios near Shinjuku, Chiyoda, and Minato. The location will be announced after booking. Introduction of the venue: Patia Kitchen Studios!・Stylish cooking studios in central Tokyo・Spacious & relaxing studios・Just a few minutes from the nearest train station・Popular with Japanese TV programs Jiro Style Ramen!
- Age 3~Age 90
- 2~3 hours
- 11:00
Let's make home-cooked meals loved in Japan that cannot be tasted at restaurants! For everyone's health and smiles, Japanese food is particular about nutritional balance, seasoning, and presentation. By cooking and eating home-cooked meals filled with such sincerity, you should be able to deepen your understanding of Japan. We are looking forward to seeing you all. Venue: The event will be held at a cooking studio near Shinjuku, Chiyoda, and Minato Ward. We will contact you about the location after booking. Menu: ・How to make soup stock ・Saikyo-yaki ・Dashi-rolled egg ・Onigiri ・Miso soup *Menu content may change depending on the season
- Age 6~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
Iriomote Island Kayak The field that quickly made it famous, it is a mangrove forest. There are many mangrove forests in the Nansei Islands, but Iriomote Island is Japan The most abundant in the world, it boasts a vast mangrove basin. This mangrove forest Kayak Using half-day I'll guide you.
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