Things to do in Japan Page 95

• Age 3～Age 100
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Would you like to experience exciting marine sports with the beautiful waters and majestic scenery of the Seto Inland Sea as your backdrop? Enjoy thrilling activities with a special plan that is unique to the Shimanami Kaido! Three activities await you: jet skis, towing tubes, and wakeboarding. Please message us with your desired start time between 11:00 and sunset. (Due to the instructor's schedule, we may ask you to change the time.)

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

The Shimanami Kaido connects the beautiful islands floating in the Seto Inland Sea. We have prepared a special adventure plan to enjoy the spectacular scenery from the water. Experience a sense of unity with nature through three activities: SUP, sea kayaking, and canoeing! Please message us with your desired start time between 11:00 and sunset. (Due to the instructor's schedule, we may ask you to change the time.)

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 18:00 / 18:30 / 19:00 / 19:30 / 20:00 / 20:30

Make this special day with your loved one a memory you will never forget.

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• Age 10～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Sengoku-kan is a pottery salon adjacent to the grounds of Mizuma-dera Temple. It is famous for its sightseeing, warding off evil spirits, and matchmaking, and there are hot springs nearby. There are many things to see throughout the year, such as cherry blossoms in spring, Bon Odori in summer, the Danjiri Festival and autumn leaves in autumn, and New Year's visit and Setsubun in winter. ◆Experience fee [Weekdays]: 2,000 yen (rice bowl/plate), 2,500 yen (mug) [Weekends and holidays]: 2,500 yen (rice bowl/plate), 3,000 yen (mug) *Discounts available for second and subsequent items Completed works will be shipped by courier to your specified address (excluding overseas) except for those that are not to be taken home. *Shipping fee will be charged separately (you can also pick it up) *May not be available for people under 10 years old ◆Notes ・Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. ・Clay will get stuck in your nails, so please cut your nails as short as possible. ・Earrings and piercings are items that are often lost, so please remove them before the experience.・If you have long hair, please tie it up. It may get tangled. ・If we determine that it is difficult to complete the experience course due to weather conditions or other factors, we may contact you.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

We have prepared a special plan for you to enjoy marine sports to your heart's content, with the beautiful Seto Inland Sea and the spectacular scenery of the Shimanami Kaido as your backdrop. Create the best summer memories with our "All-You-Can-Play Plan" where you can experience a variety of activities! Please message us with your desired start time between 11:00 and sunset. (Due to the instructor's schedule, we may ask you to change the time.)

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• Age 6～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

This is a trekking tour where you can enjoy the nature of Hakone. The setting for the tour is Miyanoshita in Hakone Town. As you walk through the Showa retro town, you will come into contact with the history of the good old hot springs, and while thinking about history, you will walk through the dynamic natural valley that formed the basis of the hot springs. You will encounter moss and ferns that live in the moist environment at the bottom of the valley, and we will guide you into the microscopic world of moss using a magnifying glass! In addition to the tour, you will also have the opportunity to experience crafting as a memento of your trip. (Of course, you can take it home!) Enjoy the dynamic nature of the valley, the history of hot springs, and the Showa retro townscape of Miyanoshita, full of charm.

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• Age 12～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 14:00 / 16:00 / 18:30

[Experience the traditional Japanese technique of "Yose"] "Yosemono" jewelry, with sparkling crystals, is made all over the world, but in Japan, it has evolved in a unique way, with the pieces arranged on a layer of mud called "Yoseko" and then "soldered" to create the design. Experience the "Yose" process, which is the essence of "Yosemono," and leave the difficult soldering and stone setting to the professionals. The completed "Yosemono" jewelry will be delivered to you in about one month. ◇Experience fee◇ While looking at the samples in the classroom, choose what you want to make from the three experience menus below. You can add optional parts to create your favorite item. The difference between the reservation deposit and the price will be settled on site. ①Flower <Basic parts> - Complete set of parts used to make Flower - Includes plating (colors: gold, light gold, silver) <Options> - Additional production: 8,800 yen/set (Includes complete set of basic parts) ②FourLeavs <Basic parts> - Complete set of parts used to make FourLeaves - Includes plating (colors: gold, light gold, silver) <Options> - Additional production: 8,800 yen/set (Includes complete set of basic parts) ③Yosemo *An additional 5,500 yen will be paid on site. <Basic parts> All parts used in making Yosemono, including plating (colors: gold, light gold, silver) <Options> ・Additional production: 14,300 yen/set (includes all basic parts) <Common options> ・Additional crystals: depending on shape and size ・Pin brooch parts: 1,100 yen/set ・Earring fittings (screw spring type): 880 yen/piece ・Earring fittings (screw spring type hanging): 440 yen/piece ・Piercing fittings (titanium post + silicone catch): 880 yen/set ・Piercing fittings (fish hook type): 330 yen/set ・Free size ring: 550 yen/piece ・Round-top ring: 220 yen/piece ・Round-top ring: 110 yen/piece ・Chain + clasp set (up to 60 cm, including plating): 1,650 yen/piece ~Experience flow~ ① Please gather about 5 minutes before the start of the meeting time. ② Menu introduction We will explain the sample works that can be made in the Yosemono experience and ask you to select the menu you want to make. ③ Explanation in a video We will explain in a video how to make "Yosemono" jewelry. ④ Work Move to the work desk and work on "laying". After that, move to a table with a wide variety of crystal colors and choose a color while predicting the finished product. It's a fun task that allows you to create an original feel. ⑤ Completion and payment Once color and option selections are complete, a staff member will create a work chart for the participant. We will confirm additional options, collection method, etc. and settle the difference in price.

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• Age 11～Age 70
• 3～4 hours /5～6 hours
• 10:00

The charm of the Shimanto River is the alternating rapids and gentle currents. If you want to go down the river while riding the current of the Shimanto River, we recommend the one-day river SUP tour. The difficulty level increases suddenly when you go down the river where there is a current! In the morning, SIJ and SUPA certified instructors will give a thorough lecture on the basic operation of SUP and the current of the river so that even beginners can try the current. After lunch, in the afternoon, you will go on an adventure down the Shimanto River while looking at the "submerged bridge" that is synonymous with the Shimanto River and the beautiful river scenery that cannot be seen from the road! The course starts from the submerged bridge and returns to Mishima Campsite, taking on two flowing water points. You will be addicted to the exhilaration of paddling a long distance and riding the rapids! If you are worried about going down the flowing water, we will respond flexibly, such as having you ride the guide's SUP.

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• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 11:30 / 13:30

First, you will choose your favorite kimono from over 200 kimonos, and we will help you put it on. Free hair styling for women! After changing into a kimono, you can try calligraphy by choosing your favorite kanji and writing it with a brush and ink. We have an instructor who will guide you through everything in English. With the optional plan, you can also create an original T-shirt with your own characters!

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• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:30

First, you will choose your favorite kimono from over 200 kimonos, and we will help you put it on. Free hair styling for women! After changing into a kimono, you can experience a tea ceremony in the tea room and a calligraphy experience where you can choose your favorite kanji and write it with a brush and ink. We have an instructor who will guide you through everything in English. This is a combo plan where you can enjoy a Japanese calligraphy experience while eating Japanese sweets from a long-established store that has been in business for over 100 years, enjoying matcha that you have made yourself.

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• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 13:00

First, you will choose your favorite kimono from over 200 kimonos, and we will help you put it on. Free hair styling for women! After changing into a kimono, you can experience a tea ceremony in a tea room. After watching the instructor teach you how to make tea in English, you can actually try making matcha tea using a chasen. This is a plan where you can enjoy your own matcha while eating Japanese sweets from a long-established store that has been in business for over 100 years.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• 3～4 hours /4～5 hours
• 09:00 / 14:00

You can make your own silver ring. Silver rings are made by cutting and bending silver plates. This is a small group experience course that is limited to one group each time, so you can create pairings and relax with friends, family, or yourself. Beginners can rest assured that special work such as brazing will be carried out by instructors. You can choose your favorite design from the sample rings and have it made. Anyone old enough to use tools can try out the production experience. If it is not completed within the time, we will complete it and ship it at a later date. (Shipping fee not included) Would you like to make a special gift or commemorative silver ring? **Japanese people are not eligible**

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• Age 20～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

Sushi to enjoy on board! Enjoy sushi while gazing at the scenery. [Pine plan] All-you-can-drink included 8500 yen Charter reservations are possible from 10 people!

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• Age 20～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

Sushi to enjoy on board! Enjoy sushi while gazing at the scenery. [Bamboo plan] All-you-can-drink included 7500 yen

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• For Groups

• Age 20～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

Sushi to enjoy on board! Enjoy sushi while gazing at the scenery. [Plum plan] All-you-can-drink included 6500 yen

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 2～3 hours

Winter has come to Yamagata again this year! Let's go on a snowshoe hike and snowboard ride to fully enjoy the abundant snow! ! A snow play tour where you put on snowshoes and snow hike through the snowfields with a guide, and when you arrive at the best spot, enjoy a snowboard ride. A nature guide who conveys the joy of nature will accompany you and give a lecture on how to walk on snowshoes and ride on a snowboard, as well as the unique fun of winter. What is a snowboard? Snowboards and snowtoys are a unique Japanese culture that was born from the idea of sliding through the snow with a wooden board. These simple toys, which have no edges or soles and are coated with varnish or resin and have a non-slip surface where you place your feet, spread quickly throughout snowy countries, giving birth to creative shapers all over the country and are still spreading rapidly (from the BUDDHABLANK website). It is an easy-to-enjoy activity that does not have bindings or edges, and you just place your feet on the non-slip surface of the board and slide. It is similar to skateboarding and surfing, and one of its features is that it can be enjoyed easily with boots or snow boots! During the tour, we will also hold "Nature Games" using natural items. You'll have to wait until the day to find out what kind of games will be held! For a short break, we will also offer Nagai's original blend coffee and sweets. In addition to coffee, we will also provide sweet drinks such as cocoa. You can also bring your own sweets! *Please take your trash home with you. As a tour perk, we will include a bathing ticket for "Ayame Onsen New Sakurayu," so please make use of it. The location of Ayame Onsen New Sakurayu is here. *Google Maps https://maps.app.goo.gl/g3QQvua7zykacXbb6

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• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00

You will experience the traditional culture of flower arrangement in a Kyoto townhouse. After learning the basics, you are free to arrange the flowers as you like. After that, you will eat a Kyoto kaiseki bento lunch while looking at the flowers you have arranged with the head of the school. Children from kindergarten age can experience this. All flower arrangement tools, such as scissors, will be provided here.

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 14:30

Japanese scent Yusura Would you like to experience creating Japanese scents at Atelier Kobo? Recommended for those who like authenticity. In this plan, we create scents using only high-quality sandalwood from India and over a dozen natural incense ingredients. You will end up with one scented bag and two items in a washi paper bag. You can enjoy a gentle and gentle scent that is completely different from commercially available synthetic fragrances. In ancient times, scented bags were also called clothing incense, and were used for their ability to transfer fragrance to clothing and to repel insects. In modern times, it has various uses. You can enjoy the scent not only in a chest of drawers for clothes, but also as a welcome scent at the entrance, or by putting it in a bag and transferring the scent to documents and notebooks. If it's a thin type, put it in the inside pocket of your suit and enjoy a stylish look. As a gift, it is also possible to create a fragrance based on the image of the recipient.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 14:30

Create your own original incense paste using only natural incense ingredients such as powdered sandalwood, dragon brain, and clove! Zuko is a powdered incense that monks apply on their palms as a purifying scent in Buddhism. Among the Japanese scents that are used by transferring the scent to something, it is the only one that can be applied directly to the body. In ancient times, people used to collect the first morning dew that had accumulated on lotus leaves, mix sandalwood with the water, and apply it to their bodies. Unlike liquid scents, it is a powder type, so it has low volatility and does not easily diffuse into the surrounding area, making it a convenient scent that can be used without being noticed by those around you. Recommended for relaxing between work. Also, since you only need to use a small amount and don't apply too much, this item is perfect for those who can't get a strong scent in a place where there are people, but still want to add something. *Some sects, such as Zen Buddhism, do not use incense.

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• Age 10～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00

This is a plan to make Oshima Tsumugi, a specialty product of Amami Oshima, using an actual Oshima Tsumugi handloom. Each and every thread of Oshima Tsumugi is intricately colored, and when the vertical and horizontal threads intersect, it becomes a single pattern. Please join us for a handmade experience where you can experience the beautiful colors and the fun of hand-weaving. After the experience, you can take a walk in the elegant Japanese garden that shows the expressions of the four seasons and the Amami-style garden that reproduces the virgin forest of Amami.

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• Age 5～Age 70
• Within 1 hour
• 08:30 / 09:30 / 10:30 / 13:30 / 15:30 / 16:30

When you hear the word “horseback riding”, you may think of it as a luxury item, but now that horseback riding is booming, it has become a sport that can be enjoyed at a relatively reasonable price. Would you like to try riding a horse once? 1 lesson is about 20 minutes. I will teach you firmly in one-on-one lessons! It is aimed at those who experience horseback riding for the first time, and we will respond to each individual from basic operation to light walking. [Horseback riding time] ◎ [Winter season] Around January to early March (*Hours may be shortened or extended depending on temperature fluctuations) Mondays and Fridays (10:30-, 13:30-)/Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays (10:00) 30-, 13:30-) ◎ [Normal business hours] until the end of June → (*May be shortened or extended due to temperature fluctuations) Mondays and Fridays (9:30-, 15:00-) / Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays (9:30-, 15:00-) ◎ [Summer season] From around July to around early September (*Due to temperature fluctuations, the operation may change to daylight saving time from around the end of June) Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays (8 : 00-9:10, 16:00-16:50) Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays (8:00-9:10, 16:00-16:50) *9/1-9/12 *Adjustment period However, if there are circumstances such as a drop in temperature, we may change to normal business hours without waiting for the schedule.

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• Age 8～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:30 / 15:00

Beginners are welcome♪ You can create art using resin. Anyone can easily create a wonderful work! Enjoy your memorable ocean as home decor. It's also perfect as a gift♪★Experience content★￣￣￣￣￣￣￣～Ocean resin art～Paint on round coasters (2 pieces) and express waves with resin. Small sizes are difficult, but you can use your own creations, so it's recommended for those who want to make practical accessories! *The completed work will be mailed to you at a later date with cash on delivery. ★Recommended for★￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣＊People who love the ocean＊People who want to make their own artwork＊People who want to give handmade gifts★Experience process★￣￣￣￣￣￣￣1. Choose the color of the ocean2. Paint the panel with paint3. Pour the resin4. Draw the wave lines5. Draw the waves with a heat gun★Price★￣￣￣￣6,500 yen (tax included)★Experience date★￣￣￣￣￣￣Please check the reservation calendar♪★Experience time★￣￣￣￣￣￣10:00-11:3012:30-14:0015:00-16:30 (Production time: about 1 to 1.5 hours)★Recommended age★￣￣￣￣￣￣8 years old and above★Introducing the instructor★￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣I'm AKINA, a resin artist/instructor. I love watching the ocean and traveling to resorts, and I've continued to get power and healing from various oceans around the world. Sunsets, in particular, show different colors depending on the place and time, and I feel the power of nature that cannot be expressed in words. After graduating from university, I built a career as an interior designer, but when I first learned about marine resin art, I was fascinated by this special technique of art that expresses the sea, and began creating it on my own. For those who work hard in the city, those who miss the sea in their hometown, and those who find comfort in the atmosphere of resorts == ...

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• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

Vegetable dyeing refers to the process of dyeing cloth by extracting pigments from flower petals, grass, and tree branches. This vegetable dyeing is also used in some of the dyeing techniques of Oshima Tsumugi. At Amami-no-Sato, you can actually dye handkerchiefs and other cloth products with plant dyes to create original scarves in deep colors. After the experience, you can take a walk in the elegant Japanese garden that shows the expressions of the four seasons and the Amami-style garden that reproduces the virgin forest of Amami.

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• Age 5～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

It is an experience plan to make a square coin case made of die-cut genuine leather. It is very easy to make because it does not require sewing work because it is finished by caulking or hooking. You can add a flower-shaped motif (separately) and arrange it in various ways, so please enjoy making your own.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 08:00 / 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Experience canoeing with your dog at the foot of Mt. Fuji ♪ Why don't you spend a different time with your important “family”? This is a private lesson where the instructor gives a lecture carefully, so even the first person or first-time dog is safe. <Contents> About 1 hour lecture + 3 hours free time

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• Age 0～Age 99
• Within 1 hour

Tour code: A2-KM01-000506 "Kumamoto ramen" featuring rich pork bone soup, medium-thick straight noodles, and charred garlic toppings. Please enjoy Kumamoto ramen using the Marutoku coupon.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

Enjoy Ishigaki beef, Agu pork, and island vegetables! We also have a beer server, so you can enjoy ice-cold beer on board. The beautiful sunset over the East China Sea is sure to be a wonderful memory♪ Departing on a large catamaran! The large boat is not prone to rocking, so you can easily participate without getting wet. This course is very popular with families, friends, and couples! Please feel free to contact us for surprises and celebrations. All-you-can-drink 2,780 yen/person (90 minutes) (beer, highball, chuhai, awamori, shochu, and JJ are also available) *If you order all-you-can-drink, please order for all adults. Drinks only / All kinds of alcohol / 700 yen / All kinds of soft drinks / 400 yen [Schedule] ■ Summer around 18:00 ■ Winter around 17:30 (Summer April to October / Winter November to March) (Summer around 17:30 / Winter around 17:00) Hotel pick-up ↓ Tom Sawyer Wharf (Guests meeting directly please wait in front of the Tom Sawyer tent) ↓ (Summer 18:00 / Winter 17:30) Departure cruise ↓ Arrive at point BBQ ↓ (Summer around 20:00 / Winter around 19:30) Return to port and transfer to hotel [Minimum number of participants] 4 adults *Please contact us if you wish to make a reservation for less than 4 people. *Children aged 0-2 years: Free *Children aged 3-12 years: 6,980 yen (Half the amount for an adult, but if you would like to change to a single serving, we will prepare a single serving for an additional 2,500 yen. Please let us know when you make your reservation.) *Additional meat set for one person (Ishigaki beef, Agu pork, sausage): 4,800 yen Please let us know when you make your reservation. *White rice is also available. (Free) *Please refrain from wearing unstable high-heeled footwear as it is dangerous. *Due to weather and sea conditions, the points, time, and cancellations may occur. In addition, you may not be able to see the sunset due to weather. Please note in advance. [About reservations] This is a request reservation, so it is not confirmed at the time of reservation. Once the reservation is confirmed, we will inform you by email, so please check. If you have any questions, please contact us directly by phone.

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• Age 9～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

“Amami no Sato” is a tourist facility where you can experience the nature, culture, and lifestyle of Amami, even though it is located on the mainland of Kagoshima Prefecture. It is a plan to make an original bracelet using Oshima Tsumugi thread produced in the workshop in the hall. A bracelet made by inserting a wish written inside the braid is very popular as a wonderful memorial! The length is made to suit the customer, so it can also be used as an anklet! Why don't you participate in making a strap with your precious thoughts? After the experience, you can take a walk in the elegant Japanese garden that shows the expressions of the four seasons and the Amami-style garden that reproduces the virgin forest of Amami.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Udon Teachers will teach you how to make authentic Sanuki handmade udon in 40 to 60 minutes, starting from kneading the powder, spreading it with a rolling pin, and boiling it. After making it, taste it! The taste of udon that you make and eat yourself is exceptional! Please feel free to visit us.

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• Age 10～Age 65
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Why do not you take a walk on the sea with the outstanding transparency while watching the nature of Izu?

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