Things to do in Japan Page 169

• Age 11～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

◆ Handmade Japanese Paper Experience In this experience, you will make handmade Japanese paper using fibers from the bark of the paper tree (kozo), which is the raw material for Japanese paper. You will be able to use a blind, which is an authentic tool for handmade Japanese paper. We will explain how to make paper in an easy-to-understand manner for beginners, so please feel free to participate. You can experience learning papermaking techniques directly from a craftsman. You will learn how to process kozo, a traditional paper material, and hand-make about two sheets of Japanese paper in half a day to take home. ~Experience Flow~ 9:00 (13:30) Orientation An introduction to the types of Yoshino handmade Japanese paper, the experience procedure, and precautions. 9:20 (13:50) Workshop tour The papermaking process of kozo will be explained while looking at actual tools. 9:40 (14:10) Papermaking experience We will prepare the materials together, and each participant will take turns making paper. First, we will learn how to move the paper. Then, after making one sheet, we will take turns. 11:00 (15:30) Visit to the kozo field While the water is drained from the paper, you can take a short break and visit the nearby kozo field or enjoy the view of the Yoshino River bank. 11:30 (16:00) Drying the paper Your paper that has been drained of water is stuck to the dryer and dried. When it is completely dry, you can peel it off and roll it up into a tube to take home. *For those who want to learn the techniques of authentic handmade Japanese paper, we also offer a 3-night, 4-day course (all accommodation and meals included) called "4-day apprenticeship with a handmade Japanese paper craftsman in Yoshino, Nara." Please feel free to contact us.

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• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 10～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 19:10 / 21:00

This is a handmade trial lesson that you can create while enjoying herbarium. Choose your favorite flower and enjoy the herbarium experience of preserved flowers! [Explanation of experience plan] Choose your favorite flower and enjoy the herbarium experience! Preserved flowers are made by processing fresh flowers one by one. Since it is made from natural flowers, each flower has a different look. Even if the type, color and arrangement of flowers are the same, they are different one by one. Create the only work in the world.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00

[Akita Winter Fun Discount] 50% off campaign in progress! (Until 2025.2.28) Please be sure to enter the coupon code "6AKC" when purchasing. Please note that the campaign may end without notice depending on the budget consumption status. The displayed price is the price before discount. By applying the coupon at the time of purchase, you can purchase at the discounted price (50% off the total amount used * Discount amount is up to 6,000 yen per person per time). [Local time to experience nature, food, and people in Shirakami] Shirakami-Sanchi straddles Akita and Aomori prefectures, and the center was Japan's first registered World Natural Heritage Site. Fujisato Town is the base on the Akita side. Why not visit Fujisato to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and spend some local time interacting with nature, food, and people in Shirakami? ★Onigiri Workshop This is an experience where you can chat with Ako, the owner of the guesthouse Damakkoya, who is an expert in making onigiri and picking wild plants and mushrooms, using delicious Akita rice and local ingredients. ★Onigiri Lunch After the workshop, enjoy lunch in a rice ball bento wrapped in bamboo bark. Side dishes and soup made with local ingredients are also included. Opening hours: 10:00-13:00 each day

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 08:30 / 13:30

★★Google Review 5.0 Rating★★Here are some reviews we received. -----First, if you tell them not to drop it, they won't! If you tell them to drop it, they will! The rider was very cute, kind and wonderful. The guy had cool hair blowing in the wind and I was so in love with him. It was so much fun! If you come to Ishigaki Island, you should definitely do this! I'll definitely go again. Thank you! -----We were able to ride about five other boats, including the banana boat. The time was just right, about two and a half hours. It was so much fun. -----The guides were friendly and kind, and all of them were good-looking guys, so it was a fun time. I recommend it. -----The staff were very kind, and the difficulty level could be adjusted to suit your choice, and I was very satisfied with the fun and valuable experience of screaming a lot! -----It's really fun. Just give it a try! It will be a good memory. -----Ranking of popular rides that can be enjoyed with Ishigaki Mania's all-you-can-play plan1st place Banana boat2nd place Thriller3rd place Super Marble4th place Striker5th place Airhead BlastBy using the all-you-can-play marine sports plan, you can enjoy popular activities many times. ♦♦Schedule example on the day of the tour♦♦--- 8:00 AM 12:00 PM ---②Reception, payment, changing clothes, tour explanation--- 8:15 AM 12:15 PM ---③Marine sports start at the beach! We will have fun♡--- 8:30 AM 13:30 PM ---④Shower, changing clothes--- 11:30 PM 16:30 PM ---⑤Pick-up or disbanding--- 11:45 PM 16:45 PM ---※Tour contents may be changed or canceled depending on sea conditions and weather. ※Time may vary slightly.

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• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 08:15 / 10:30 / 13:00 / 15:15

Up to 2 people. Private tour of riding a Canadian canoe.

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• Age 10～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 20:00

By calmly facing yourself through meditation, you can let go of the ego that binds you and free your mind. Zen meditation is not an extraordinary experience; it lies in your daily life.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 99
• 4～5 hours
• 10:00

*We accept children from the first grade of elementary school. *Minors cannot participate alone. Please make sure to be accompanied by a guardian. ◆This is the tour◆・Time: 10:00-15:00 (including lunch)・Enjoy riding a stable two-seater kayak. ・Tour the crystal clear Wakasa Bay and enjoy the summer to the fullest! ・You can also snorkel, underwater fishing, and dive♪・Lunch cooked outdoors using a Dutch oven! ・Kayak and sea play! A tour full of fun! ◆What is included in the tour fee◆・Rental fee (kayak set, life jacket, waterproof bag)・Lunch・Guide fee・Insurance fee・Bath fee◆Things to prepare◆・Insurance card (copy acceptable) *No need to submit. Please keep it with you.・Clothes that you don't mind getting wet・Shoes with heels that you don't mind getting wet (marine shoes, etc.) *Beach sandals are not allowed・Change of clothes・Towel・Drinks (one 500ml bottle per person)・Other items that each person may need (sea play equipment, sunscreen, motion sickness medicine, etc.)◆Useful items◆・Hat (to prevent heat stroke)・Waterproof case (for mobile phone)・Underwater boxGoggles and snorkel (goggles)◆Rental items◆ *The following items are not included in the tour price. ・Bath towel 100 yen/piece・Snorkel (adult) Free (limited number)・Straw hat Free (limited number)◆Facility information◆・Free parking available (please use the parking lot of Kojokan Pamco.)・Vending machines available・Changing rooms available・Luggage and valuables can be stored◆Tour benefits◆・Photos taken by the guide are given as a free gift! ・After the tour, refresh in the bath at Kojokan Pamco (ryokan)! ◆Frequently asked questions◆・What if there is an odd number of participants? → You will be sharing the car with the guide or other customers.・Are Crocs OK? → Marine shoes are the best recommended♪Comfortable♪◆Canceling Decision◆・We will make a decision based on the weather forecast the day before and visual inspection on the day. ・Because we are dealing with nature, the trip may be canceled even after arrival. ・If you have any concerns, please feel free to contact us. ◆Cancellation◆ ※Please also read the cancellation regulations. ・If the organizer decides to cancel, there will be no cancellation fee. (Full refund if prepaid)・If you do not make it to the meeting time on the day, a full cancellation fee will be charged. However, in unavoidable circumstances such as "road closures" or "train suspensions," we will make a new decision. ※Please also visit our website! Search "Shizen ni Dainoji Asobo-ya" on Google etc.! ※You can also consult us on the official LINE! Please register on the Asobo-ya website!

• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 08:30

Kamioka is one of the leading canyoning spots that Toyama is proud of. It is an attractive spot with a different natural beauty than Kurobe Canyoning. Reservations are accepted for groups of 4 or more.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 20～Age 65
• 5～6 hours

The Furano and Biei districts, where the majestic Tokachidake mountain range stretches, are home to many 2,000-meter-class mountains. Furano-dake, which is relatively easy to access, will be guided to the most suitable area considering the weather and snow quality of the day. ~ Flow of the day ~ 8:00 Departure will be after a pre-departure explanation at the parking space next to the bus stop and after checking the equipment. 10:30 Arrive at the summit If the weather is good, we will aim for the summit, but if the weather is bad, we will start skiing from the slope on the way. 12:00 Lunch Please have your own food. 12:30 Afternoon climb back up, slide return Considering the physical strength of the guests, we will climb back up 2 to 3 times. 15:00 Arrive at the parking space next to the bus stop After descending the mountain, you can enter the hot spring immediately.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

[Departing from Ginowan, fully chartered] Kerama Islands Boat Snorkeling Tour: A moving experience of swimming with sea turtles | Departing from Ginowan, Okinawa's main island, to a paradise of coral reefs and tropical fish! Why not have the beautiful sea of the Kerama Islands all to yourself on a "fully chartered boat snorkel", which is rare even in the prefecture? ? The boat used is the latest boat launched in 2024. ? If you're lucky, you can have the moving experience of swimming with sea turtles! ? To a special spot where colorful [coral reefs and tropical fish] spread out? [Free GOPRO rental] allows you to take great photos of your memories?‍✈️ [Licensed guides] will give you a thorough guide. Beginners and children are also welcome! == ...

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 18～Age 99
• Within 1 hour

Unlimited plan!With NINJA WiFi, you can use your smartphone, tablet, laptop, etc. anywhere in Japan♪Features of NINJA WiFi:・Unlimited plan (SoftBank) with 3GB per day of high speed internet・Number of simultaneous device connections: up to 5 devices・No minimum order・Return location: Any of the following counters with advance notice.Narita International Airport T1Narita International Airport T2Haneda International Airport T2 Haneda International Airport T3Kansai International AirportChubu Centrair International Airport Terminal 1Chubu Centrair International Airport Terminal 2New Chitose Airport InternationalNew Chitose Airport DomesticFukuoka AirportNaha AirportAsahikawa Airport Komatsu AirportKagoshima Airport

• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

A plan to rent a complete kimono set including accessories. Wear your favorite kimono and enjoy the town of Asakusa freely. You can enjoy the rented outfit until 5:30pm on the day. *Reservations on the day may be possible. If you are interested, please contact the store directly. Kimono Rental & Photo Tsutsuji Asakusa StoreTEL: 03-6231-7922Mail: tsutsuji_asakusa@decollte.co.jp

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 14:30

Why not experience Japanese culture to make memories of your trip? Calm your mind and listen to the sound of the brush. ~Schedule~ ①Plan explanation ・Decide which kanji to write while looking at the sample (5 minutes) ②Start practicing on the washi paper (20 minutes) After an explanation of how to use the brush, you will practice freely on the characters you want to write. Even if it's your first time, you can practice as many sheets as you like with free expression. ③Lesson before finishing the final work and explanation of the points to finish the work ・Final copy (10 minutes) ④Origami experience (15 minutes) Choose your favorite chiyogami paper and fold your favorite origami work (lecture included) Paste it on the calligraphy colored paper and complete the work ⑤Commemorative photo (10 minutes) The time is only a guide. Write with your feelings while looking at the model You can take home the finished work on the colored paper as a souvenir for your loved ones or for yourself.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 08:15 / 10:30 / 13:00 / 15:15

Go down the kayak Sorachi river tour ♪