Things to do in Japan Page 135

• Age 6～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day

Take the Kyushu Cross-Island Bus from the center of Kumamoto directly to Kurokawa Onsen! For lunch, you can enjoy a luxurious tofu set meal made with plenty of Tofu Kissho's special tofu. After lunch, you can walk through the streets of Kurokawa Onsen Village and experience something out of the ordinary. This is a relaxing day plan.

• For Rainy Days

• 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 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 3～Age 90
• Within 1 hour

We have a lot of time at home these days, and as one of the proposals for how to spend meaningful time indoors, we will hold a new online live production class. A system that uses the video conferencing system zoom, sends the URL for the meeting to the customer who made the reservation, and can participate simply by accessing the URL. You can use any device, including smartphones, PCs, and tablets. In this workshop, we will make a compact size cajon that is perfect for elementary school students, junior high school students, and women. It measures 36 cm high, 25 cm wide, and 23 cm deep, and has two side holes for striking. Snappy sounds can be played, and you can enjoy bongo and conga sounds in addition to general snare and bass drum sounds. Each part is made of 3mm plywood for the hitting surface, 4mm plywood for the rear, and 9mm MDF for the body. It takes about 30 minutes to make, and you can try it on the spot with the curing tape attached. After the adhesive dries, paint your favorite picture, color, etc. and enjoy it. Participation fee is 5,500 yen for one production, including tax and shipping.

• Age 6～Age 99
• 5～6 hours

For the people of Kumamoto, the summer festival is the "Hinokuni Festival"! Why not jump into the biggest local event that colors the summer of Kumamoto and gets the citizens excited? Among the more than 50 participating groups, the "Hinokuni Joka Otemoyantai", which was newly added in 2025, is a team formed mainly by tourists who want to feel the hot summer of Kumamoto. Let's make lifelong memories with friends that you can only meet here through the festival! In addition to the team T-shirt that strengthens the sense of unity as a dancer, there are plenty of benefits. This plan allows you to enjoy plenty of things other than the Hinokuni Festival, such as a joint ticket for both "Kumamoto Castle" and "Kumamoto Castle Museum Wakuwakuza", a 500 yen coupon that can be used at "Sabo Sakuranzaka" in the tourist area "Sakura no Baba Josaien" that reproduces the castle town, and a set of Kumamoto souvenirs that will be a memento of your trip.

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

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

Go down the kayak Sorachi river tour ♪