Things to do in Japan Page 25

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

Since ancient times, people have noticed and used the power of plums. Umeboshi making is a bit difficult, but ... Plum syrup is fun and fun with your child. Thank you for gifts from nature in your daily life, every season. Through experience, explore nature and calm your heart. I try to have a natural classroom.

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• For Groups

• Age 8～
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 13:00 / 15:00

You can enjoy Japanese art and calligraphy at the Michelin-published Kaiseki restaurant (Michelin-published store). ~ Flow of experience ~ 1. Explanations about calligraphy 2. Practice basic lines and basic kanji 3. Practice your favorite kanji (You can choose from the available examples. You can use any other kanji you like.) 4. Practice your name in kanji (make it here and write a sample) 5. Write your favorite kanji and your name on colored paper, and press the Hanko to finish the work. We will give you a hanging scroll for colored paper so that you can decorate it immediately.

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• Age 10～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 12:00 / 16:30

Even if you are new to making sushi, you are welcome! Why not experience making decorative sushi rolls like beautiful art while experiencing the traditional culture of Kyoto? In this class, you can learn the basic techniques of decorative sushi rolls and enjoy designs that incorporate Japanese motifs unique to Kyoto. You can enjoy making decorative sushi rolls with designs that change with the seasons and motifs unique to Kyoto. We offer a special experience that touches the Japanese spirit. Enjoy making heartwarming decorative sushi rolls with Japanese hospitality in the calm space of a Japanese house. Foreign guests are also welcome! Experience beautiful sushi art while experiencing Japanese culture. We offer services in Japanese, English, Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian, and French. (Please contact us in advance if you need support in a language other than Japanese and English)

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• Age 10～Age 85
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:30

[2 minutes by car from Takefu IC] Experience soba-making in the birthplace of Echizen soba! Most popular! Even small children are welcome! You can eat the soba you made as Fukui's specialty oroshi soba, or take it home. 1 hit (about 2 servings): 2,200 yen

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• Age 6～
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 12:30 / 14:30

Wazuka-cho, Kyoto Prefecture, is the main producing area of Uji tea, and it is also known as the "chagenkyo" because of the beauty of its tea plantations. In Wazuka Town, a guided tea plantation walk for about 1 hour. The scenery that you can see while walking is definitely on Instagram ☆ After having enjoyed the story about tea with such scenery, we will carefully brew the Uji tea produced in Wazuka, which is recommended at that time. You'll be amazed at the scent and taste. Please enjoy it with a Japanese-style confectionery shop made in Wazuka Town.

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• Age 7～Age 75
• 1～2 hours

This is an experiential calligraphy class for foreign tourists visiting Japan, business travelers, or foreigners living in Japan. Write kanji with a brush while calming your mind in a Japanese-style room in a Japanese-style private house. We have prepared approximately 30 kanji characters that are popular among foreigners, such as love, dream, mother, father, friend, and flower. If you have any requests for kanji that you would like to write, please let us know in advance and we will prepare a model for you! We receive many requests to write their name in kanji, so please let us know in advance the name you would like to write (only one person) and we will prepare a sample! You can use the name of a family member (only one name) instead of your own! In this hands-on class, you will polish the ink you use by yourself. You can see for yourself that the color of the ink gradually becomes darker. In addition, the tools used in calligraphy, such as brushes, paper, inkstones, and ink, are explained in an easy-to-understand manner using panels with photos. The lesson begins and ends with a seated prayer. We will also explain the etiquette of the zarei in an easy-to-understand manner! Start with basic writing techniques such as vertical lines and horizontal lines, practice the selected kanji on paper, and finally write them on the fan. You can take the fan home with you, so it also makes a great souvenir!

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• Age 1～Age 85
• 2～3 hours

A combination plan of about 30 minutes of tea ceremony and up to 2 hours of kimono experience! A special experience of tea ceremony in a Japanese-style room while wearing a kimono! Conveniently located in front of the station! Support is available in Japanese or English. You can enjoy photo panels of Mt. Fuji and take photos in the Japanese-style room.

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• Age 15～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 12:30

*This is a junihitoe (twelve-layered ceremonial kimono) experience plan at Nariko Tenjin Shrine in Nishi-Shinjuku. It is not available at our Kagurazaka store. Experience the coveted Heian period costume, junihitoe (twelve-layered ceremonial kimono). It's popular with a wide range of people, including photography enthusiasts, foreign visitors, kimono and Japanese clothing lovers, and those celebrating their 60th birthdays, birthdays, and other entertainment. Perfect for treating yourself, taking selfies before or after your wedding, taking wedding photos, or taking photos for social media! Enjoy the freedom and freedom of choice. [Notes] *Please choose from two colors for the junihitoe: Aoi or Chitose. *Recommended height: 140cm and up, clothing sizes 19 and 21. *This plan is for women. *We use translation apps for customer service and communication.

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• Age 1～Age 85
• 1～2 hours

You can rent a kimono for up to 5 hours, so you can enjoy a walk around Kawaguchiko Station! Choose your favorite kimono from the many kimonos and yukatas available. You can also enjoy taking photos in the Japanese-style room and at the photo panels of Mt. Fuji.

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• Age 1～Age 85
• 2～3 hours

You can rent a kimono for up to 3 hours, so you can enjoy a walk around Kawaguchiko Station! Choose your favorite kimono from the many available. You can also take photos in the Japanese-style room and at the photo panels of Mt. Fuji.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:10

★This event is not a private event.★★This event will be held jointly with other customers.★This is an experience program where you can learn about sumo, a traditional Japanese culture. We will introduce you to the training content and rules of sumo, allowing you to experience sumo for yourself. The program will be conducted in Japanese, English, or both, depending on your nationality. After the experience, you will enjoy a chanko nabe lunch supervised by a former sumo wrestler. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Gathering ② Explanation of the history of sumo, training content, decisive moves, prohibited moves, etc. 20 minutes ③ Sumo efforts 10 minutes ④ Challenge a former sumo wrestler (only for those who wish) 10 minutes ⑤ Commemorative photo 5 minutes ⑥ Chanko lunch/Q&A 45 minutes ⑦ Dissolution If you have any questions, please feel free to ask us anything.

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• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 13～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00

A historically designed Kyoto townhouse can be rented exclusively for four or more people. You can spend a luxurious time. You can enjoy a special and unique experience of watching the beautiful dance of the maiko, traditional Japanese games, and Japanese cuisine prepared by a chef to your heart's content. Enjoy an elegant time with your family and loved ones in a secluded space. After watching the performance, you can enjoy matcha tea and Japanese sweets with the maiko and take photos. Please feel free to spend your time while enjoying the elegant Kyoto dialect of the maiko.

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• Age 13～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00

Enjoy hospitality in a 120-year-old Kyoto machiya townhouse, where you can feel at home and enjoy a special atmosphere that is different from your usual trip. Experience making temaki sushi with the landlady. You can participate alone. You can make your own original temaki sushi using carefully selected seafood and seasonal vegetables from Nishiki Market, known as "Kyoto's Kitchen." -Experience Schedule- 11:50 Meet at the site (Meet at the Kyoto machiya townhouse) 12:00 Start making temaki sushi with the landlady - You can learn about Kyoto's food culture before and after the meal, such as an explanation of the ingredients for the meal. 14:00 End at the site

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• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 09:30 / 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

At "Kimono Rental VASARA Fukuoka Tenjin Nishidori", we have prepared various plans that allow you to come empty-handed, change into your favorite kimono or yukata and take a walk. This plan is a summer-only yukata rental plan. *Umbrellas can be rented for free on rainy days. Please feel free to visit us.

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• Age 3～Age 12
• 1 Day or more
• 22:00

Summer Vacation Special Yamanashi Edition, 30 Years of Weekend Villa Life Presents, Day Tour for Children Only children can participate. Basically, it is scheduled to be held every Tuesday to Wednesday during the summer vacation from July 20th to August 31st. Parents, please only pick up and drop off children. (Elementary school students who can travel to Chofu Station by train can be picked up at the station. Drop-off will also be at Chofu Station) ▼Day 1 Take the bus bound for Lake Kawaguchi from Jindaiji bus stop and move to Lake Motosu. Explore forests, forests, and caves on foot. *Bus tickets will be provided by the host. At night, we look for Japanese stag beetles and then go camping.PS: From autumn to spring, we split rotten wood and look for Japanese stag beetles' larvae. Departs at 10:00 pm Chofu Lively Village (meet up after eating) Jindaiji bus stop → Kawaguchiko Station 11:30 pm Exploration of Japanese stag beetles, rhinoceros beetles, and sawtooth stag beetles Ends at 11:30 pm Camping schedule (assuming our camper) ▼Early morning on the second day, The tour will include rainbow trout fishing at Lake Motosu, rustling on the lakeshore, trekking to Aokigahara Jukai, and cave exploration.After lunch, we will visit the aquarium and return to Tokyo. The next morning from 8:00 am to 10:00 am: Lake Motosu Fishing (Elementary school students mainly use lures, and young children use bait fishing) We will aim for rainbow trout for breakfast. If you catch a fish, you can have a BBQ and enjoy the rustling on the lake shore.10:00 to 11:00: Aokigahara Jukai trekking, 500 year old beech tree tour & Fuji wind cave exploration tour (flat road, 1 hour round trip) 12:00 to 13:00: Meal at a nearby restaurant (the host will pay for it) 14:00 to 15:00: Aquarium (planned for Lake Yamanaka) Transfer by express bus Around 17:00: Chofu Nigiwai no Sato (planned to disband) Above is the tour content It will be. We look forward to your reservation.

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• Age 11～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 15:00 / 17:00

"Yu Kobo" opens 6 classrooms in Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka and Fukuoka. Bright and friendly professional staff will help you together according to the speed of each person. ☆ The electric potter's wheel experience makes you feel like a potter ♪ I was surprised at the movement of the soil as if it were alive! ☆ The staff in charge of the ceramic art course will give a polite lecture ☆ Yu Kobo's original textbooks and teaching materials are prepared ☆ ① Teacup ② Hot water only ③ Free cup ④ Small plate ⑤ One customer is produced from a small bowl. * Experience date, management number, etc. will be engraved on the back of the work. ☆ You can enjoy home-cooked rice in the finished container ♪ ☆ The completed work will be handed over about one month to one and a half months after the experience date. ☆ If you have any concerns about the production of your work, please feel free to contact us.

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• Age 10～Age 70
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00 / 19:00 / 20:00 / 21:00

【Preparation】The Japanese sword is the most effective blade to date and can only be worn by Samurai. First, change into a Samurai costume (dogi and hakama) and become a Samurai.【Explanation of swords and Samurai manners】□The relationship between the Samurai and the Japanese sword.From an early age, he learned how to use a sword and was allowed to wear a serious sword belt at the age of 15. At that time, he becomes aware of his self-respect and the responsibility of carrying a deadly weapon.The sword is the soul of the samurai and cannot be sold, even if it starves to death.□Practicing the belt and the samurai's walk【Practice the basics with the iai practice sword】 □Learn and practice the basic stances of the sword□Swinging the sword from the stance□Battou and Nottou□Iaijutsu [Trial Slashing】□Try your hand at sword cutting with a real Japanese sword!Experience the world's best cutting performance.This time, you will try cutting a rolled straw.【Souvenirs】Please take home a piece of straw that you cut in a test cut as a souvenir.

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• Age 5～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

20 minutes from Kansai International Airport. Experience making Japanese rolled omelet. Wear a kimono apron (kappogi) and make rolled omelet and rice balls using a copper frying pan made for tamagoyaki. We have had guests from various countries, including tourists from Canada and Thailand. It's a great opportunity to experience Japan while having fun! After you've finished making it, you can eat the rice balls and rolled omelet you made. There is also a famous shrine just a 3-minute walk away. Souvenirs are included. We look forward to meeting you.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00

Paint Photo Studio SOYLABO! This is a photo studio where you can enjoy wall painting with paints and experience writing kanji. It is very popular with families and children. You can take home the paint and kanji you have written as a souvenir. Get your clothes and face covered in paint and have an unforgettable art experience! There are also photographers who speak English, so you can rest assured. It is located in Ota Ward, 30 minutes by taxi from Haneda Airport.

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• Age 10～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 12:00

You can enjoy a slightly rich lunch while watching Maimusume's dance. There are many discoveries in the museum where you can feel the romance of the Takehisa Yumeji Museum and the Taisho romance, and you can enjoy it with your family, friends, and anyone! You can also take a commemorative photo with Maimusume. ～ Flow of the day ～ 12:00 Lunch) Please enjoy your meal in the large hall on the 2nd floor of the table. 12:30 Video viewing) Watch a video of the history of Sakata City and Somaro. 12:40 Dance appreciation) You can see the dance appreciation of Maimusume. 12:55 Commemorative photo with Maimusume / Senjafuda present) You can take a commemorative photo with Maimusume with your own camera. Finally, Maimusume will give you a Senjafuda. 13:00 Closing / Visiting the museum) You can visit the Takehisa Yumeji Museum. You can take pictures in the hall except for some areas.

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• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 13:00

This place is like Kyushu can not imagine. It is near the 3 prefectural boundaries of Kumamoto · Miyazaki · Oita, the center of Kyushu, located at the foot of Mt. Aso, at an elevation of 780 m above sea level. Of course it is cooler in summer, sometimes less than minus 10 ℃ in winter. Can you believe that you can see diamond dust in Kyushu? In the vicinity, Himeyuri and Fukujusugi are growing naturally, and deer and wild boar comes in next pasture land etc. It is a rich natural place.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 15:00 / 18:00

The ninja show "Ninja Prince" will be held at the Namba Grand Kagetsu Building in Osaka. Ninjas will fight over the "Golden Bowl" that grants wishes and is protected by the Ninja Prince. A ninja battle in which legendary monsters also appear. Performance dates: Every Wednesday from April 2nd to October 29th, 2025 (closed on June 25th, July 30th, and August 27th) Performance times: 11:00-12:00, 15:00-16:00, 18:00-19:00

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• For Family

• Age 10～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

Hira Mountain Range ZERO Semi-Custom Mountain Course (hot spring bathing included) It takes about 60 minutes by JR train from Keihanshin to the meeting point, so you can easily participate in the ECO even if you don't have a car. A course suitable for Hirayama freaks. People who want to go to mountains that are not even covered in guidebooks. We will guide you to famous courses in Mt. Hira and other mountains of your choice. Please let us know your desired mountain name when making a reservation.

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• Age 11～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 18:30

"Yu Kobo" opens 6 classrooms in Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka and Fukuoka. Bright and friendly professional staff will help you together according to the speed of each person. ☆ The electric potter's wheel experience makes you feel like a potter ♪ I was surprised at the movement of the soil as if it were alive! ☆ The staff in charge of the ceramic art course will give a polite lecture ☆ Yu Kobo's original textbooks and teaching materials are prepared ☆ ① Teacup ② Hot water only ③ Free cup ④ Small plate ⑤ One customer is produced from a small bowl. * Experience date, management number, etc. will be engraved on the back of the work. ☆ You can enjoy home-cooked rice in the finished container ♪ ☆ The completed work will be handed over about one month to one and a half months after the experience date. ☆ If you have any concerns about the production of your work, please feel free to contact us.

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

This is a manga lesson by a professional manga artist. You will create original characters and four-panel manga. (2 hours required) Head instructor: Kazuo Maekawa A manga artist with 25 years of experience. His representative works are "Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney" and "Ace Attorney Investigations," which have been translated and sold around the world. He participates in anime and manga events in the United States and Europe to promote manga. There are many other manga instructors on staff. Children and adults can learn about the history of manga and draw manga in the traditional way. We also provide tools for drawing manga (pens, ink, manga paper, etc.). Let's experience manga, one of Japan's most representative pop culture, together! English interpretation will be provided during the lesson.

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• Age 12～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

This is a full-scale archery experience plan supervised by archer Ando Kotaro, who has appeared on many TV shows and radio programs! Would you like to try traditional archery that is a little different from Kyudo? Did you know that Kyudo did not exist during the samurai era before the Edo period (such as the Sengoku and Muromachi periods)? It will satisfy a wide range of levels, from the basics for beginners to practical practice of attaching an arrow to a waist and rapid shooting practice for those with Kyudo experience. Even those who are not physically strong can enjoy archery with peace of mind, as we also lend out short and weak bows and accommodate experiences while sitting on a chair. The event will be held outdoors.

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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 15～Age 70
• 1～2 hours

You can experience wearing the longed-for Heian costume [Kariginu]. It is very popular with people who like photography, foreigners, people who love kimono and kimono experience, sixtieth birthdays, birthdays, and entertainment photography. You can reward yourself, take selfies before, after, photo weddings, and shoot for SNS! You can enjoy a lot freely. [Notes] *Recommended height is 140 cm or more, *A plan that can be experienced by both men and women. ＊We use translation apps for customer service and communication.

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• Age 15～Age 70
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours

You can try on the uchiki, the everyday clothes of the Heian period. You are free to bring your own photographer, invite your friends to take pictures, and of course you are free to shoot videos! Recommended for rewarding yourself, making memories, and for profile pictures. Choose from 3 colors and experience up to 2 people at the same time! You can enjoy a lot freely. It is very popular with people who like photography, foreigners, people who love kimono and kimono experience, sixtieth birthdays, birthdays, and entertainment photography. [Caution] *Recommended height 140cm ~, clothes size 19, 21. *Plan for women. *The kimono is available in 3 colors. *If you wish to experience with 2 people, please divide it into 2 times and let us know by message after applying. ＊We use translation apps for customer service and communication.

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• In Door Activity
• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 1～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 19:00 / 20:00

Introducing the Osaka-based Yosakoi team "Mugen Kajipitou," whose name embodies the meanings of "Mugen (the source of dreams)" and "Kajipitou (people who live with the wind)." Friends from across generations and regions will perform a powerful dance, united in their "connected feelings." The theme for 2025 is "TATTOBU!!!!!" Their performance, which values harmony and is filled with the desire to soar into the future, will deliver overwhelming passion and emotion.

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