Things to do in Japan Page 292

• Age 10～Age 60
• 1～2 hours

This is a mine tour and nature experience tour in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, on a buggy. This tour will take you around the vast 250,000 square meter mine in a new buggy introduced in February 2025. You can enjoy the highlights of the mine, the rocks that are collected, and the native plants. This may be the only "extraordinary space" that active families and couples can enjoy in Japan. Legacy and Innovation ~ Continuation and Challenge ~ With the SDGs and carbon neutrality being called for, it is not unreasonable to see mines as environmental destroyers. However, our company, which is engaged in mountain regeneration, opens the mountain during the closed period and wants people to know the current situation and efforts. With that in mind, we have implemented various efforts. Our mine mines mine raw materials and develop quarries for pottery, tiles, concrete materials, and landscaping. The role of mines has changed with the times. However, this place still has stories to be passed down and hidden charms. This may be the only experience in the country where you can feel the breath of the mine again and experience its history. As more and more mines are closing, we are taking on the challenge of bringing new light to the area. This means continuing to run with respect for the past and hope for the future. We will weave a new story about the mine together with the buggy. Tour information~Information~Period: April to November (excluding winter when snowfall and roads may freeze)Dates: Saturdays and SundaysTime: 10:00am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 3:00pm (2 hours each)Fee: 3,500 yen for adults, 2,200 yen for childrenEligibility: 10 to 60 years oldMinimum number of participants: 2 peopleMaximum: 3 people per groupReservation deadline: 7 days in advanceMeeting place: Marufuyogyogenryo Co., Ltd., 383 Nodagahira, Togo-cho, AichiAccess: 30 minutes from Sanage IC on Sanage Green RoadWhat to bring: Long sleeves, long pants, hat, sunglasses (optional)Inquiries: We do not accept inquiries by phone or emailOthers : Children under 10 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. This is an outdoor event, so it will be canceled if bad weather such as rain or thunder or strong winds are forecast. There is only one toilet on the premises, and the nearest convenience store is about 10 minutes away, so please use the toilet before participating.

• Age 6～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 15:00

This is a special program offered twice a month by Japanese restaurant Yuzuri, a popular restaurant in Abashiri. You will watch as the owner, Saito, who was the head chef at a hotel in Abashiri city, the city of food, prepares dishes using seafood from Abashiri, and receive instruction in the art of Japanese cuisine. Enjoy his superb knife skills and exquisite cooking. After learning about the differences and tips for preparing seasonal fish, as well as how to use professional seasonings, you will experience making salmon roe pickled in soy sauce (or oysters pickled in oil depending on the season). You will also enjoy Yuzuri's proud Japanese cuisine. It is a fulfilling program. ~Experience schedule~14:50 Meet at location 15:00-15:30 Orientation ① A chef's knowledge of actual cooking 1. Learn how to fillet fish 2. Learn how to use salt 3. Learn how to use seasonings 15:30-16:00 ② Cooking experience (Making salmon roe pickled in soy sauce or making oysters pickled in oil) 16:00-18:00 Interval (free time) 18:00-20:00 ③ Enjoy the owner's proud seafood dishes!

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• Age 7～Age 85
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00

A special experience of tasting food served to samurai during the Edo period in a nationally registered tangible cultural property. The meal will be savored in the large hall of the Hirakatajuku Kagiya Museum, a nationally registered tangible cultural property. This special experience involves renting out the entire venue, which flourished as a boat lodge during the Edo period and as a ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) in modern times, and tasting a meal that would have been served to samurai. You can enjoy the historical atmosphere of a post town that makes you feel as if you have traveled back in time, as well as the atmosphere of good old Japan.

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• In Door Activity
• 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.)

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• In Door Activity

• Age 9～Age 75
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

It is a leather craft experience plan to choose your favorite leather and color and make an original coin case. You can use the tools from our workshop, so you can use them empty-handed. Couples and families are welcome. Please use it to create memories of your trip.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 13～Age 70
• 4～5 hours
• 08:30 / 09:00 / 13:00 / 13:30

*********************** Information on reservations for Saturdays and Sundays in October and November *********************** During the above period, the experience may be canceled at short notice due to the swordsmith's circumstances. If the experience is canceled, a full refund will be made and there will be no rescheduling to another day. Thank you for your understanding. ------------------------------------ 《Swordsmithing experience in Oku-Kyoto!》 ・Why not listen to an attractive young swordsmith talk about Japanese swords and make your own Japanese-style knife? ・This is a plan to make a Japanese-style knife by hammering steel with your own hands. 《Experience schedule》 ①Observing the fire-making process ②Fire-making ③Annealing ④File-finishing ⑤Mei-kiri ⑥Quenching ⑦Polishing ⑧Sword sharpening ⑨Handle making ⑩Completion You can take it home on the day! *The sheath (made of leather) will be made by the swordsmith to match the finished sword. The sheath will be mailed to you at a later date. 《Duration》 4 to 5 hours *Depending on the number of people participating. Regarding the delivery of the leather sheath: The leather sheath will be made by a swordsmith and sent to you by mail later. *Currently, it takes about 10 days to deliver. *Domestic delivery is free, but if it is shipped overseas, an additional shipping fee will be required. Regarding reservations: *We are currently receiving a large number of inquiries and reservations, so it is difficult to make reservations.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 10～Age 100
• 4～5 hours

First, you will observe the making of a Japanese sword (forging) for about an hour. After that, you will create a small knife under the guidance of a swordsmith who has inherited the art of making Japanese swords. The "Small Knife Making Experience" has been running for over 10 years. During that time, hundreds of people have tried it, and we have improved it to give you a better experience of blacksmithing. Everyone is worried, thinking "It looks difficult" or "Can I do it?" but don't worry. I'll be there with you. I'll fully support you! Experience the excitement of seeing your first small knife completed!

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• In Door Activity

• Age 2～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 14:00 / 16:00 / 19:30

3 minutes walk from JR Omori Station, Tokyo①A calligraphy experience class will be held in the grounds of Omori Sanno Hie Shrine. In an ancient Japanese-style room, you can write kanji and kana using real brushes, Japanese paper, ink, and inkstones. All tools will be provided here, so please come empty-handed. You can take home the work you have written (if you wish, we will provide a frame and a seal). The instructor is a Bunka Calligraphy Higher Master and also teaches at several calligraphy classes in Tokyo. ②On the second floor of the same building, we hold lessons for the Iwama-ryu Aikido class, and if the time is right, you can also observe and experience it. In addition to physical techniques, there are also weapon techniques (using swords, canes, and daggers). ③In addition, simple tea utensils will be provided upon request, so you can experience the tea ceremony by making your own matcha. ④Nearby is Omori Shell Mound Park, where you can take a stroll and feel the Jomon period. Since it is not a famous Japanese landmark, you can quietly experience Japanese culture in a hidden sacred place that only those in the know know about. Valuable photo opportunities and videos are sure to become fond memories of your trip. *Experiences and messaging will be available in Japanese and English only.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 16～Age 85
• 4～5 hours
• 10:00

A new experience where you can fully enjoy the traditional beauty of Japan awaits you in Hirakata City, Osaka Prefecture. Hirakata City is located halfway between Kyoto and Osaka and is easily accessible, but it is also a post town with its own unique charm. Here, you can have the fascinating experience of "transforming into a kimono in 3 minutes." The area is dotted with historical roads that have been in existence for over 400 years, temples and shrines, and Japanese traditions and aesthetic sense are alive and well. Walk around in a kimono and enjoy lunch and sweets at a townhouse cafe. You can take wonderful photos that are perfect for social media while enjoying Japanese culture.

• In Door Activity

• Age 15～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 08:00 / 13:00

I love surfing, I can get on the waves to some extent from the takeoff but I want to get more stylish! To those who School It is a plan. If it is a group entry, a small number of up to 3 people Number of participants Control, basic motion, basic technology, more enjoyable riding Sun It is a plan that you can aim at the step up to the next step by checking carefully this surfing federation certified instructor.

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• Age 4～Age 75
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 14:00

Iriomote Island was registered as a World Natural Heritage Site in 2021! Visit the two major tourist attractions on Iriomote Island! ! We will head to the Pinaisara Falls, which boasts the largest drop in the prefecture, located in a very precious area that has been designated as a specific tourist resource even within the World Heritage site of Iriomote Island and will require permission to enter from March 2025. While observing nature, we will row through the mangrove river and trek through the subtropical jungle. In the summer, you can swim in the waterfall basin, which is refreshing and refreshing. The power of the largest waterfall in the prefecture will remain in your heart for a lifetime. It is also OK to go on a day trip from Ishigaki Island. We will aim for the Pinaisara Falls basin, which boasts the largest drop in Okinawa, by river kayaking or trekking (on foot). It is perfect for families with children or those who want to make a half-day plan. We will river kayak the Hinai River in the mangrove forest and trek through the forest where the Sakishimasu Heronoki tree stands. It feels good to swim lightly in the waterfall basin.

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• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:00

SUP is an activity sport that you can enjoy in the great outdoors at your own pace. The boat has strong buoyancy and is stable despite appearances, so even inexperienced people can easily enjoy it. Our shop offers private cruises for one group, so we can arrange the tour at a pace that is best suited to you, such as groups with pets or small children, couples, and groups. We will also take lots of commemorative photos in the great outdoors so that you can take home memories in a tangible form! [Start time] 9:00- 11:00- 13:00- [Nearby information] There are hot springs, campsites, resort hotels, dog runs, and cafes where you can enjoy sweets in the vicinity, so you can travel around the area, and you will have more time to play with a short trip, so we promise that you will not have to go straight home! The nearest convenience store is Family Mart Kanayama Yamaroku store. There are no vending machines or restrooms at Lake Kamuro, so please use the nearest convenience store. [Price] ・Pets are free/1 pet (riding with family) ・High school students and younger 3,000 yen/person ・Adults 6,000 yen/person [What is included in the price] Boat, life jacket rental fee Recreation insurance fee Photo shoot [What to bring] Clothes that you don't mind getting wet Shoes that you don't mind getting wet (sneakers, sandals with heels) *Long sleeves and long pants are recommended Towel Change of clothes [Items to have] Hat Sunglasses Waterproof smartphone case with insect repellent string

• With Pets

• Age 6～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 12:00

Snowshoe trekking at the foot of the World Heritage site "Shirakami-Sanchi"! You can easily experience snowshoe trekking in an area close to the village. You can even dive into the snow for photogenic photos!♪ Participants from 6 years old can participate, so it's perfect for making memories with your children! You can feel the majestic nature while slowly trekking in the fluffy snow on snowshoes. Participants will be guided by experienced certified guides from the Akita Shirakami Guide Association. Even those who are new to snowshoes will be given a careful lecture, so you can rest assured. If you're lucky, you might even see animal footprints! ♪●Recommendations before and after the experience ・Take a break at "Mori no Eki". Recommended lunches are "Ramkure Donburi", "Shirakami Donburi", and "Horse Meat Ramen", as well as premium soft serve ice cream and coffee brewed with water from the Shirakami Mountains. Souvenirs are also available for purchase. ・Day-trip bathing. The Yunosawa Onsen area around Mori no Eki is famous for its skin-beautifying hot springs. ・"Shirakami-Sanchi World Heritage Center Fujisatokan" next to Mori no Eki. Free. Open from 10am to 4pm in winter, closed on Mondays and Tuesdays (or the following day if the Monday or Tuesday falls on a public holiday) ●Accommodation information *Accommodations within walking distance from the meeting point: Hotel Yutoria Fujisato, Minshuku Damakkoya, and Kaizen Center *Other accommodations are a 5-10 minute drive from the meeting point.

• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:50 / 14:43

①If you can come by car during the daytime JR Hosooka Station 11:20 We will meet (park the customer's car at the arrival point and go to the departure point by this car) Go down the Kushiro River from Toro and arrive at the canoe 2:00, the customer can immediately move to the next destination. If you can come, we can only handle 2 round trips considering the return. We will meet at the station. After canoeing, take a 6-minute drive from Hosooka Observation Deck, where you can see the wetlands. You can enjoy the scenery on the Norocco before canoeing, and you can ride the Norokko on the way back. The Kushiro River has a variety of landscapes, and it is a good section to establish encounters with animals. It is a course that can be enjoyed for a long distance and time as one section.

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 10:00

Snowshoeing experience at the foot of the Shirakami-Sanchi Mountains, a World Heritage Site. Walking on the fluffy snow will be a special memory. You might even be able to dive into the snow! Can you find animal footprints? ? Coffee (or cocoa) brewed with Shirakami spring water and roasted marshmallows are also included. If you wish, there is a pick-up option, so even if you are worried about driving on snowy roads, you can rest assured. ★Recommended for★ ・Want to try snowshoeing! ・Want to play in the snow ・Want to relieve everyday stress ・Want to be picked up and dropped off ・Want to make memories with your family [Schedule example] 10:00 Meeting: After checking the equipment, departure 10:30-14:30 After a lecture on how to wear snowshoes and how to walk, let's enjoy a snow hike. Walk freely, dive into the snow, and observe animal footprints. Enjoy coffee and roasted marshmallows during the break. 15:00 Disbandment *The above flow is a guideline. Please note that the flow may change depending on the situation on the day. [About the location] Depending on the snow conditions, the location may change (Moriyoshiyama, etc.). In that case, an additional gondola fee may be required.

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• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 17:30 / 19:30

This is a bonfire experience at the foot of the Shirakami Mountains, a World Heritage Site. You can participate empty-handed. A camping instructor will support you from starting the fire, so even beginners can feel at ease. It is possible all year round. In winter, you can experience camping in the snow. If you wish, you can also experience batoning and feather stick making. The experience time is about 2 hours. A hot drink (choose from coffee/cocoa/kuromoji tea) and roasted marshmallows are included. ★ Recommended for ★ ・Want to experience it casually without bringing anything ・Interested in bonfires but find it difficult to do it yourself ・Want to relieve everyday stress ・Want to try batoning ・Staying at a nearby accommodation but have nothing to do at night! ・Also good for children's "fire education".

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30

*Due to the relocation of our store, we are currently not accepting reservations. Why not try the moving experience of playing anime songs and world-famous hit songs on the traditional Japanese instrument, the koto? Don't worry if you're a beginner. Professional koto players will teach you kindly and carefully, so even if you have no musical experience, you can enjoy it with peace of mind. First, you will learn the basics of how to play the koto. You can enjoy the beautiful sound of the koto while learning the feel of plucking the strings and how to move your fingers. Then, get the sheet music of an anime song or a hit song and try playing your favorite song. The sound of the koto will give the song a new charm and make it an impressive performance. Once you've completed your performance, record a video and show off your performance to your friends and family. Everyone will be moved by the beautiful sound of the koto. Your first koto experience is a rare opportunity to experience the magic of music and traditional Japanese culture. Why not explore a new world of music while experiencing the joy of playing anime songs and hit songs on the koto?

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• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 70
• 1～2 hours

Whether you are an adult or a child, anyone can experience SUP with peace of mind. At first, starting any sport can be very nerve-wracking, but experiencing SUP doesn't have to be so worrying. TED SURF's SUP experience is something that even those who have never played a sport before can feel at ease. Please be assured that we will carefully conduct trial lessons based on the physique and exercise experience of the school students who have already experienced owners and instructors who have already been at the SUP school for more than 10 years since the first time. At TED SURF, we will first experience SUP at a river school point that is not affected by waves and wind, so even those who have never played sports before or who are worried about their sense of balance can enjoy it safely. You can experience SUP with all your heart. The school will be held on the Isumi River, which flows through Isumi City, which can be accessed in about an hour from the city center, which is often featured on TV. SUP experience and cruising in the gently flowing river are exceptional. Also, regardless of age or gender, you can enjoy the feeling of standing on the water from the beginning, so you don't have to worry. The fee for the experience includes not only the lesson fee, but also everything you need for SUP, such as board rental, paddle rental, wet suit according to the season, and flatter vest rental fee.

• Age 5～Age 99
• Within 1 hour

Sushi is now popular all over the world! At the Osaka Sushi Chef Experience Center, you can experience making authentic sushi. You can experience Japanese food culture firsthand♪ We will carefully teach you how to make authentic sushi, from the size of the rice to how to make it. 8 pieces of sushi (tuna, salmon, shrimp, egg, eel, crab, etc.) + mini udon + mini tempura *Contents may change depending on the season. After the experience, you will be given a diploma. *Explanation will be in Japanese during the experience.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 20～Age 65
• 3～4 hours
• 09:30

This is the first tour in Japan where you can do SUP with drift ice in the background. Drift ice can be seen floating in the Sea of Okhotsk, which is located in the northeastern part of Japan, every year. Drift ice season is from January to March, and drift ice SUP peak is from late February to the end of March. The drift ice SUP tour will be held in the Sea of Okhotsk in the Abashiri area. Hokkaido is the southernmost spot in the northern hemisphere where drift ice appears. If you're lucky, you might see animals from the Arctic waters, such as Steller's sea eagles and harbor seals. By all means, let's enjoy the extraordinary! It will surely be a wonderful memory.

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• Age 6～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30

[Kiyoshikojin Seichoji Temple] Since ancient times, fire, which is indispensable for people's lives, has been revered as a sacred thing that purifies all things. The furnace (kitchen), which handles fire, is the center of the home and company. Kojin faith brings benefits such as family safety, business prosperity, and good luck in warding off evil. Why don't you visit Kiyoshikojin Seichoji Temple at least once in your life?

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30 / 16:00

There is a high probability that you will meet wild dolphins all year round! About 200 dolphins live in the Hayasaki Strait, and since they are not fed, you can see dolphins as they are. At Minamishimabara Dolphin Watching, all passengers will receive an "original postcard" ♪ Life jackets of various sizes can be rented for free. A dolphin class is also held before boarding to make it more enjoyable. Dolphin watching that both adults and children can impress! Why don't you go out to the sea with the pleasant staff? ★

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• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

●Leisurely barbecue in the semi-open-air seats where Beppu Onsen mist drifts! ●Charcoal-grilled meat is exquisite! Please enjoy your favorite ingredients to your heart's content♪ Experience "BBQ" in the hot spring area of Beppu♪ We will start a fire here according to your arrival time. BBQ ♪ You can take a walk along the river as a reward for yourself or your loved ones, or use the attached footbath cafe.

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

• Age 10～Age 65
• 3～4 hours
• 08:30 / 12:30

Recommended for those who do not have a license, have no experience at all, but want to dive into the sea! Let's enjoy the underwater world where tropical fish are dancing on the world's leading coral reefs ♪ You can choose morning or afternoon.

• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 08:30 / 11:20

This is a section of the Kushiro River where the scenery changes and the chances of encountering animals are good. It is a course that you can enjoy for a long time as a section.

• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 80
• 5～6 hours

Playing in the snow in Nagano Prefecture! !! This plan is recommended for families and groups. Make a kamakura with plenty of snow. Experience making kamakura once in your life! !! After making the kamakura, try various snow activities such as sledding and making a snowman. How to play is free! Let's enjoy playing in the snow with your whole body! Lunch will be prepared by all the participants around the hearth ☆ The crackling sound of charcoal fire and the gently warming hearth end will give you a relaxing and gentle time.

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• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 75
• 5～6 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

Get an open water license and enjoy diving freely. Flow until C card acquisition: ★ 1st day We will pick you up at the pick-up location at the time you contacted us by phone or email by the day before. Learn the necessary knowledge to dive safely, the basics of diving, etc., and take quizzes and tests. Practical training & marine training We will train step by step how to use diving equipment, breathing methods, and basic underwater techniques. ★Second day Marine practice: Continuing from the previous day! If you master the skills you have learned, you will pass and get a C card!

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• Age 4～Age 75
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00

30 minutes by car from Narita Airport! You can experience motocross at Narita Motocross Park. You don't need a license to ride on the course. Riding will be carefully taught from scratch by a rider with a Japanese professional license (MFJ International A-class license (Motocross/Enduro)). We have electric bikes for kids between 4 and 12 years old. Why not try motocross with your family? Adults only can also participate! ~Experience flow~9:00 Reception/Preparation We will hand you the equipment and bike you will use and explain how to use them. 9:30 Explanation of the position required for motocross riding Even beginners can feel at ease. We will explain the riding position for safely riding a motorcycle on an unpaved road. 10:00 Ride 1 (Basic course) Position check/braking and cornering on an oval ride 11:00 Ride 2 (Course tour) After the instructor checks your skills and confirms your safety, you can have an enduro course riding experience tour according to your wishes. 12:00 Disbandment

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

It is an adventure dam kayaking experience. It is a tour that guides you to the waterfall, which is a little-known spot that can only be reached by kayaking at the nearby Ryugahana Dam Lake. It can also be used by families with children, student groups, and couples. We use a stable recreational kayak for beginners, so everyone from first grade girls to 80-year-old grandmas can ride with confidence. Everyone wears a life jacket, so even those who can not swim can experience with confidence, and we also have a two-seater tandem seat for small children and those who are uneasy to ride alone, so please let us know when you make a reservation. .. After the experience, take a shower, change your clothes, and enjoy a tired body-friendly milk pudding and a drink ♪

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