Things to do in Japan Page 11

• Age 5～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 11:30 / 17:30

Enjoy a sushi-making experience tour at the Makishi Public Market, a tourist attraction near Kokusai Street in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. Visit the market where Okinawan fresh fish that will become the "toppings" of sushi are purchased, and learn how to make sushi from the instructor. This is a special experience tour where you make your own sushi (nigiri sushi) and eat it with everyone. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception / Explanation When you visit the public market, please come to the reception on the 3rd floor. If you don't understand, a staff member with a flag will come to pick you up. Once everyone is gathered, the flow of the tour will be explained. Time required: 5 minutes ② Public Market Tour You will visit the fresh fish section, meat sales section, dried goods section, etc. on the 1st floor of the public market with a guide. If you have any questions while touring, please feel free to ask. Time required: about 30 minutes ③ Sushi making explanation lecture The instructor will explain how to make sushi rice and how to make sushi. Time required: about 10 minutes ④ Sushi making experience You will actually experience making sushi yourself. The instructor will give you advice on how to make it. You can make the sushi while drinking alcohol. (Alcohol is charged separately) Time required: About 40 minutes ⑤ Tasting The participants and instructor will eat the sushi they made. Tea is free, and you can eat while drinking alcohol. Time required: About 50 minutes

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Ifu. offers a wide range of kimonos with original designs that can only be found here, as well as kimonos that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This is a kimono rental shop that offers a special kimono experience in Arashiyama. There are discounts for couples, students, and families, and you can also upgrade to a high-quality formal kimono. It is located on the 3rd floor of Kyoto Arashiyama Station, so you can take the elevator straight after getting off the train. You won't get lost even if it's crowded, and there's no need to move around with your luggage. On the rooftop of Arashiyama Station, you can take photos in a kimono with the spectacular view of Arashiyama that you can only see here. It's not crowded, so it's a great spot for Instagram.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Tokyo Rickshaw strives to make as many customers as possible smile and create a memorable page through our rickshaw tours in Tokyo's Asakusa, where good old traditional culture still remains. We will also introduce Asakusa and restaurants, and when you ride with us, we will take commemorative photos at each famous spot!

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

Tokyo Rickshaw strives to make as many customers as possible smile and create a memorable page through our rickshaw tours in Tokyo's Asakusa, where good old traditional culture still remains. We will also introduce Asakusa and restaurants, and when you ride with us, we will take commemorative photos at each famous spot!

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

Tokyo Rickshaw strives to make as many customers as possible smile and create a memorable page through our rickshaw tours in Tokyo's Asakusa, where good old traditional culture still remains. We will also introduce Asakusa and restaurants, and when you ride with us, we will take commemorative photos at each famous spot!

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00

Tokyo Rickshaw strives to make as many customers as possible smile and create a memorable page through our rickshaw tours in Tokyo's Asakusa, where good old traditional culture still remains. We will also introduce Asakusa and restaurants, and when you ride with us, we will take commemorative photos at each famous spot!

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
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Tokyo Rickshaw strives to make as many customers as possible smile and create a memorable page through our rickshaw tours in Tokyo's Asakusa, where good old traditional culture still remains. We will also introduce Asakusa and restaurants, and when you ride with us, we will take commemorative photos at each famous spot!

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 12:00 / 15:00

For this experience, we've got everything set up, from the soup and ramen sauce to the fragrant oil and chashu. First things first, we'll craft semi-soft boiled eggs. Then, we'll dive into prepping ramen toppings, followed by slicing and combining the ingredients for our gyoza, which we'll then deftly fold. After that, we'll infuse the chashu with its delicious flavors and sizzle up the gyoza to perfection.The grand finale includes crafting the soup, boiling the noodles, and the oh-so-cool noodle draining technique that never fails to impress. Finally, we'll artfully assemble the toppings onto the ramen. Trust me, learning the ins and outs of ramen creation will undoubtedly deepen your love for this dish .

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• Age 10～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 11:00 / 14:00 / 17:00 / 20:00

Let's learn the bushido and experience the samurai spirit.What is the most important thing for a samurai? Wearing hakama, sandals, and a sword, and learning etiquette, manners, and kata. We call it the BUSHIDO sign.Next, as a BUSHIDO LEARN, you will experience the weight and sharpness of a real Japanese sword. We will learn the basics of swordsmanship (Battou and Nattou).We will take a break with SAMURAI TEA on the way. You will be entertained at a tea ceremony, as samurai risked their lives to "entertain" and "be entertained".Before participating in the final battle of the Warring States Period, the Battle of Osaka, the participants are asked to prepare for death and reflect on their own lives, writing their last words with a large brush on every piece of paper. This is called Deathbed calligraphy.At last, he puts on his armor and helmet to become a bushido master and goes to battle at the castle of Osaka to gain military merit in the battle of Osaka. However, when the defeat was imminent, the samurai, for the sake of honor, would not suffer the shame of the noose, even if they lost the battle, but would die by harakiri or cutting their belly before being captured.

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One of them is Aoyamon. The gate in the square there is called Aoyamon.↓3-Gokurakubashi" as a bridge to the Paradise↓4-The place where Toyotomi Hideyori and Yododono took their lives During the Osaka Summer Battle, Toyotomi Hideyori, the lord of Osaka Castle, and his mother, Yodo-dono, committed suicide immediately after the castle fell.A monument that is believed to be the place of their suicide is located in this vicinity.↓5-Osaka Castle Main TowerOsaka Castle is the most difficult castle to attack, built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, who aimed to unify the country.Note: Entry into the castle keep is not included.↓6-Japanese garden↓7-Sakuramon Gate↓8-South Outer Moat↓9-Hokoku ShrineThis shrine is located in front of Osaka Castle's Sakura Gate and is dedicated to Lord Toyotomi Hid↓-End point

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• Age 5～Age 100
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Our ancestors were shinobi samurai who started to serve Tokugawa Ieyasu (the first shogun of the Tokugawa Shogunate) in 1582. The clan served the shogunate for 265 years. In 1868, the clan declined the invitation from the Meiji Government and became independent. We are the only lasting shinobi clan in Japan. We invite you to come to our clan dojo where real master practitioner and professional interpreters take charge of all workshops and seminars. This is good for people who want to get a deeper insight into our ninja and samurai cultures . We still handcraft our tools and weapons. Feel free to ask any questions as we have kept our shinobi samurai tradition for over 450 years.Our ancestors trained locals and their servants to be shinobi.(Ninja is a new word used in movies. Shinobi is the word which was commonly used in the feudal times,)The term "shinobi samurai" is not well-known, but you can be one of the few who knows the history and shinobi philosophy and mindsets. The shinobi samurai trained ninjas and lead ninjas as their mastermind.You will wear a ninja outfit to learn ninja techniques and learn samurai sword techniques and manners in samurai garb.

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• Age 18～Age 100
• 5～6 hours
• 09:00

In keeping with the delicate changes of the four seasons in Japan, there are materials and patterns that can only be worn for a limited period of time. Some patterns are considered auspicious, while kimonos with flowers, animals, and insects have their own meanings. Kimono is something that Japanese people are familiar with, but isn't there a lot of knowledge they don't know about it?

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• Age 5～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

★This is the only field archery field in the Chugoku-Shikoku region.You can enjoy both the same target archery as the Olympics and the field archery set up in the forest. *The 1-hour experience course is for target archery only.・Since it is a lifelong sport, anyone can enjoy it. No problem for inexperienced people or beginners. ・We will set the shooting distance for each level. There is also a lecture by a veteran instructor, so even beginners can enjoy it with peace of mind ♪ ・ Feel free to join us empty-handed! We have a wide range of rental items for children to the elderly.・The beautiful natural scenery of each season, such as cherry blossoms, hydrangea, and maple leaves, is also a highlight. Flow of the day: 1. Visit and reception 2. Matching rental archery equipment 3. Archery lessons ( Approximately 15 minutes) ④ Unlimited shooting at the target archery field (approximately 45 minutes) ⑦ Dissolution * The above flow is a guideline. Please note that the flow may change depending on the situation on the day.

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• Age 2～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00

Experience "Making Jomon Oyaki" at Nozawa Onsen Village Meeting: 10:00 Time: 10:00 to 12:30 (2.5 hours) Place: Snow Crystal Yoga & Wellness Kitchen Studio Price: 5,500 yen (tax included) * At the time of reservation, Please be sure to specify the mobile phone number that you can contact on the day. We mainly use seasonal vegetables and local ingredients. Start by making the dough. I also use flour made from rice grown in my village. The process of wrapping the ingredients requires a little technique, but of course even small children can take on the challenge. ① Make dough by connecting ② Rest the dough ③ Wrap the ingredients ④ Steam ⑤ Add a brown color to the surface ⑥ Enjoy it ♪ What you make and eat with your own hands is exceptional! Make delicious memories of Nozawa Onsen Village with your friends and family ♪ ★ From 2 people ★ If you are allergic to food, please let us know in advance ★ The ingredients vary from time to time, but at least 3 types I will prepare

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• Age 6～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 11:30 / 12:30 / 13:30 / 14:30

A set of "Kimono Rental" and "Pottery Experience", which are very popular in Kyoto, is also recommended for families and couples! You can come to the store empty-handed! You can enjoy the pottery experience while wearing a kimono!! (Apron will be rented for the pottery experience) We have a wide selection of kimonos for women, men, and children, so we are looking forward to seeing you on a family trip! (Reservations can be made for up to 5 people) ● Pottery experience is available for first grade elementary school students and above [Price] Kimono rental + pottery experience ￥7,700 (tax included) * Separate shipping fee for pottery works will be charged [Time required] <Kimono rental> Approximately 40 minutes <Pottery experience> 20 minutes * Kimono return time is 17:00 [Meeting place] Rental Kimono Shiki Sakura Kiyomizu-dera Store 2-208-7 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0862 * The pottery experience will start one hour after the kimono rental reservation time. Example: 10:00~ Kimono rental → 11:20~ Pottery experience [Schedule] 1. Come to the "Kimono Rental Shiki Sakura Kiyomizudera Store" on the date and time of your reservation. 2. Choose your favorite kimono and we will help you put it on. 3. Enjoy a pottery experience wearing a kimono at the Kashogama Pottery Classroom, which is a 3-minute walk away. [About kimono rental] ◇Kimono rental plan (yukata plan) Set: Undergarment, kimono (yukata), obi, bag, and sandals (geta) are included. *From December to March, you can rent a haori and shawl for an additional fee. Haori only: 800 yen, shawl only: 300 yen, haori and shawl: 1,000 yen *Includes tabi socks (you can take them home after use). Time: Dressing and preparation takes about 20 to 30 minutes (hair styling takes an additional 20 minutes). Please select your arrival time and make a reservation. You can enjoy a pottery experience or a free stroll until the return time of 5:00 p.m. [About pottery experience] ◇Pottery experience *The pottery experience starts one hour after the kimono rental reservation time. Kashogama Pottery Classroom 〒605-0862 3-343 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City☆What you can make: Small teacups and cups (handles are free)☆Colors to choose from: 7 standard colors + seasonal limited colors (2-color gradation) White, black, red, green, blue, light blue, pinkSpring (March to May) White x PinkSummer (June to August) White x BlueAutumn (September to November) White x Cafe au LaitWinter (December to February) White x Black*This plan is for small sizes, so if you upgrade, please pay an additional fee on siteThere are many samples of works in the store, so please use them as reference to imagine the shape. During the experience, you will consult with the staff and create the shape you want.

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

You will learn our dojo etiquette, how to walk and stand properly using bokken (wooden sword).At the end of the session, you'll throw boshuriken (our clan's stick-type shuriken)Program1. Opening ceremony & wearing a samurai attire: 10min2. Explanation of tools and weapons: 10min3. How to appreciate and handle a sword: 15min4. Long sword techniques: 20min5. Q & A6. Photo session: 5min

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 16:00 / 18:00

Let's learn a set of movements of our clan's basic sword techniques. Also, you know how to handle a sword and walk and stand properly using a bokken (wooden sword). In the next part, you'll learn to shoot an arrow with a traditional bow. In the final part a thorough explanation of samurai armor． Program1. Opening Meditation2. Instructor Demonstration3. Changing to a Samurai Attire4. Namba Style Walking5. Introduction to Samurai Weapons6. Long Sword practice6. Explanation and Donning Japanese Armor7. Photo session

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• Age 5～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 16:00 / 18:00

You will start with meditation in ninja outfit and learn 5 entry level techniques with our ninja instructor. Our English interpreter is available in all sessions. The basic principles of the Ninshido (shinobi-samurai philosophy) is introduced in a dynamic and mindful way. Program 1. Opening Ceremony & wearing a ninja outfit 2. Introduction to weaponry 3. Experience Stealth Steps 4. Short sword techniques 5. Shuriken Ninja Star 6. Blowgun and Kujikiri 7. Photo session

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 14:00

This unique experience offers a deep dive into traditional Japanese culture. Whether you're a culture enthusiast or simply seeking a peaceful retreat, this experience promises an unforgettable moment.What You'll Experience:①Tea Ceremony: Learn the ancient art of Japanese tea ceremony, where an expert instructor will guide you through the delicate process of preparing and serving Matcha with sweets.②Japanese Dance Show: Enjoy Japanese dance shows along with Matcha and seasonal Japanese sweets. There will be explanation in English helping you understand the culture and art behind the dance.③Kimono Cosplay: Fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the past by donning a traditional kimono. Feel like you've stepped into another time as you savor the moment in true Edo style. ④Shodo and Origami: Try your hand at the calligraphy under the guidance, you'll learn the basics of brush strokes and create your own beautiful characters. Also, learn the traditional Japanese craft of paper folding in this fun, hands-on workshop. From simple cranes to more intricate designs, you'll discover how a single piece of paper can transform into beautiful art through the delicate art of Origami.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

Waplus Nara is a 2-minute walk from JR Nara Station and a 10-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station. It is in a very convenient location. Come empty-handed ♪ We offer a special time to enjoy traditional Japanese beauty to your heart's content. Experience the traditional beauty of Japan through the tea ceremony. While learning the spirit of tea ceremony, you will also savor the depth of Japanese culture. You can spend an elegant time with Japanese sweets. ~Experience process~ History talk → Tea talk → Tea making → Japanese sweets and tea *Souvenirs available

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• Age 5～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

Saga is roasted! Pottery made by various pottery techniques. No one has the same shape, size, color, and pattern depending on the kiln. You can make only one accessory in the world. An experience that anyone can do by simply choosing their favorite pottery and attaching accessory parts. You can take it home on that day ♪ You can attach it on the spot ♪ How about making memories that will remain in the shape when you come to Saga?

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:30 / 08:40 / 08:55 / 09:30

Hip-Hop Bus B Course [Recommended Points] Plenty of time to spend at popular spots such as Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and Mihama American Village! Recommended for those who want to enjoy a full day, such as the glass-bottom boat where you can see beautiful sea creatures and the Bise Fukugi Tree Line where the original scenery of Okinawa remains! ★Admission fees are included in all stops★ ・A full 3-hour stay! Includes admission tickets to the popular Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium! ・From the glass-bottom boat at Kariyushi Beach, you can observe tropical fish from the glass bottom of the boat! ・Take a leisurely stroll along the Bise Fukugi Tree Line where the original scenery of Okinawa remains♪ ・Enjoy gourmet food and shopping at the exotic Mihama American Village with colorful buildings and photo spots with wall art! ・All seats are Wi-Fi-free and smartphones are OK & Multilingual automated audio guide included! All participants will receive a bottle of "Kumejima Deep Sea Water"!

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

It is an easy experience for anyone to choose a ballpoint pen of many colors and various kinds of flower materials and arrange the ballpoint pen. No one is the same, you can make your own ballpoint pen, the only one in the world ♪

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• Age 1～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

The Japanese sweets set is a plan that includes Japanese sweets on your favorite drink. Please spend extraordinary time at "Mifune Chaya" in the park. You can choose drinks from matcha, coffee, tea, apple juice, and orange juice. Japanese sweets vary depending on the season, so please contact the Yoko Museum for details.

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• Age 12～Age 80
• 3～4 hours

This is a self-cycling tour that takes you to the Miho Museum and Shigaraki Pottery Village. With a special map in hand, enjoy a moment of wellness for both body and mind with art and cycling. Electrically assisted bicycles make it easy to ride up hills. Even beginners can feel at ease. This is a course that takes you to the very popular Miho Museum and the Shigaraki Pottery Village, one of the six ancient kilns in Japan, where you can experience art. The tour is self-cycling, and you will head to your destination with a special map in hand. The area around the course is full of nature, such as beautiful rivers and mountain trees, and is relatively cool even in the hot summer months. After being impressed by the art and beautiful scenery at the Miho Museum, it is a good idea to take a bike ride around the Shigaraki pottery village. Try to find your favorite pottery. We recommend taking the Shigaraki Kogen Railway on your way back. You will be seen off by the Shigaraki raccoons and the wonderful view from the train window. This tour does not include a guide, but we will support your trip by messaging app or phone. If you let us know in advance, you can drop off the bike at the Miho Museum or along the course. (There is a bus from Miho Museum to JR Ishiyama Station) *Please check the opening days of Miho Museum before applying. Miho Museum Opening Days Website: https://www.miho.jp/calendar/ Main Stops: Misuji Falls, Miho Museum, Shigaraki Pottery Village Meet at 9:00 Target age: 12 years old and above (height 145cm and above) *About Cycling Support ・On this tour, we will provide support via LINE and phone for any problems you may have while cycling. ・If you stop cycling midway, we will come to collect your bicycle free of charge. (You may have to wait up to 60 minutes)

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• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 15:00

Let's make some easy and cute sushi rolls together! Adults alone or children are welcome to join in the experience! Let's have fun together!

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:15 / 16:30 / 18:45

[This course is a great value course that includes a tasting of Japanese whiskeys. You can compare non-aged whiskeys (Hibiki or Yamazaki) and rare vintage whiskeys (18-year-old Yamazaki or 21-year-old Hibiki)♪] For the first 30 to 40 minutes, you will learn how to make sushi from a Japanese sushi chef! After that, you can eat the sushi you made yourself, and compare the sushi made by the sushi chef with the sushi you made! You can also gain deep knowledge and experience by eating sushi toppings and high-quality ingredients such as tuna, salmon, crab, salmon roe, Kobe beef, and caviar in a food quiz battle! We have staff who can speak English, so anyone can feel free to enjoy the experience. *Water and green tea are provided free of charge.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:15 / 16:30 / 18:45

[This course is a great value course that includes a sake tasting. You can enjoy delicious sushi and sake♪] For the first 30 to 40 minutes, you will learn how to make sushi from a Japanese sushi chef! After that, you can eat the sushi you made and compare it with the sushi made by the sushi chef! You can also gain deep knowledge and experience by eating sushi toppings and high-quality ingredients such as tuna, salmon, crab, salmon roe, Kobe beef, and caviar in a food quiz battle! We have staff who can speak English, so anyone can feel free to enjoy the experience. *Water and green tea are provided free of charge.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:15 / 16:30 / 18:45

[This course includes dessert, so you can enjoy a full course from your meal to the final sweet treat.] For the first 30 to 40 minutes, you will learn how to make sushi from a Japanese sushi chef! After that, you can eat the sushi you made, and compare the sushi made by the sushi chef with the sushi you made! You can also gain deep knowledge and experience by eating sushi toppings and high-quality ingredients such as tuna, salmon, crab, salmon roe, Kobe beef, and caviar in a food quiz battle! We have staff who can speak English, so anyone can feel free to enjoy the experience. *Water and green tea are provided free of charge.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:15 / 16:30 / 18:45

For the first 30 to 40 minutes, you will learn how to make sushi from a Japanese sushi chef! After that, you can eat the sushi you made and compare it to the sushi made by the sushi chef! You can also gain deep knowledge and experience by participating in a food quiz battle while eating sushi toppings and high-quality ingredients such as tuna, salmon, crab, salmon roe, Kobe beef, and caviar! We have staff who can speak English, so anyone can feel free to enjoy the experience. *Water and green tea are provided free of charge.

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