Things to do in Japan Page 16

• Age 10～Age 85
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:30

[2 minutes by car from Takefu IC] Experience soba-making in the birthplace of Echizen soba! Most popular! Even small children are welcome! You can eat the soba you made as Fukui's specialty oroshi soba, or take it home. 1 hit (about 2 servings): 2,200 yen

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• Age 3～Age 100
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• 09:00 / 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30 / 17:00

At "Kimono Rental VASARA Fukuoka Tenjin Nishidori", we have prepared various plans that allow you to come empty-handed, change into your favorite kimono or yukata and take a walk. This plan is a summer-only yukata rental plan. *Umbrellas can be rented for free on rainy days. Please feel free to visit us.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00

Paint Photo Studio SOYLABO! This is a photo studio where you can enjoy wall painting with paints and experience writing kanji. It is very popular with families and children. You can take home the paint and kanji you have written as a souvenir. Get your clothes and face covered in paint and have an unforgettable art experience! There are also photographers who speak English, so you can rest assured. It is located in Ota Ward, 30 minutes by taxi from Haneda Airport.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:35 / 09:05 / 09:45

----------------------------------Bring your own smartphone and earphones to use the audio guidance! (Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese)★What is automated audio guidance★It is a system that only plays directions for each location when you pass a point specified by GPS. A smartphone (compatible with iOS and Android) and earphones are required, so please bring them if you wish to use it. ----------------------------------A tour that combines a sightseeing bus tour that takes you to Okinawa's most representative spots with dinner★The sightseeing bus will take you to the Churaumi Aquarium, Kouri Island, famous for its spectacular views, and Chatan American Village, a shopping spot that looks like an open set for a movie (*^-^*)What's more, you will also stop by Manza Cape and Okashi Goten, the original home of purple sweet potato tarts!! After enjoying sightseeing in Okinawa, we will serve fresh seafood and local ingredients with an Okinawan twist in California style at Seafood House Pier 54 in Chatan (^^♪ We also have a wide selection of wines that go well with seafood, mainly New World wines! Enjoy a fun and lively time with your family and friends on the port side with a beautiful sunset★※After having dinner in Chatan, everyone will leave on their own※※Please note that the tour may be canceled if the minimum number of 10 people is not met. This will be decided 2 or 3 days in advance, and you will be contacted if the tour is cancelled.

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• Age 10～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 12:00

You can enjoy a slightly rich lunch while watching Maimusume's dance. There are many discoveries in the museum where you can feel the romance of the Takehisa Yumeji Museum and the Taisho romance, and you can enjoy it with your family, friends, and anyone! You can also take a commemorative photo with Maimusume. ～ Flow of the day ～ 12:00 Lunch) Please enjoy your meal in the large hall on the 2nd floor of the table. 12:30 Video viewing) Watch a video of the history of Sakata City and Somaro. 12:40 Dance appreciation) You can see the dance appreciation of Maimusume. 12:55 Commemorative photo with Maimusume / Senjafuda present) You can take a commemorative photo with Maimusume with your own camera. Finally, Maimusume will give you a Senjafuda. 13:00 Closing / Visiting the museum) You can visit the Takehisa Yumeji Museum. You can take pictures in the hall except for some areas.

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• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 13:00

This place is like Kyushu can not imagine. It is near the 3 prefectural boundaries of Kumamoto · Miyazaki · Oita, the center of Kyushu, located at the foot of Mt. Aso, at an elevation of 780 m above sea level. Of course it is cooler in summer, sometimes less than minus 10 ℃ in winter. Can you believe that you can see diamond dust in Kyushu? In the vicinity, Himeyuri and Fukujusugi are growing naturally, and deer and wild boar comes in next pasture land etc. It is a rich natural place.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 15:00 / 18:00

The ninja show "Ninja Prince" will be held at the Namba Grand Kagetsu Building in Osaka. Ninjas will fight over the "Golden Bowl" that grants wishes and is protected by the Ninja Prince. A ninja battle in which legendary monsters also appear. Performance dates: Every Wednesday from April 2nd to October 29th, 2025 (closed on June 25th, July 30th, and August 27th) Performance times: 11:00-12:00, 15:00-16:00, 18:00-19:00

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• Age 12～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

The swordsmanship that astonished the world is here at its finest. The ultimate samurai experience, supervised by "the world's best iaido master" Machii Isao. A man who has been talked about on TV, in movies, and in overseas media, and who can even cut 6mm BB bullets flying at high speed - Machii Isao. We will deliver a real samurai experience supervised based on his overwhelming skills. The instruction will be carefully given by a rank holder of Shushin-ryu iaidojutsu heiho, of which Machii Isao is the head. In the grounds of Tada Shrine, where history and sanctity live, you can learn the mannerisms, spirit, and tactics of ancient samurai, and gain deep and authentic knowledge, including the structure and handling of Japanese swords. After wearing training clothes and mastering the basics of iaido, you will be specially allowed to stroll around part of the grounds while wearing your sword. In a space surrounded by silence and history, you will have a moment to meet yourself as a samurai. *Based on the guidance of the Agency for Cultural Affairs and the National Police Agency, this experience does not include "test cutting" for anyone other than disciples.

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• Age 10～Age 70
• 1～2 hours

This is TARO FANTASTIC BOXING. We will be doing some fun boxing training to help you reduce stress while traveling, and afterwards you will be enjoying local Osaka cuisine and the cityscape of Osaka. The local food you eat after training will taste several times better than what you would normally eat. Travel after training will depend on where you go, but you will be traveling by foot or train. If you prefer, you can also travel by taxi (additional charges apply). By training while traveling, you can reduce the weight gain that will occur after you return from your trip. Enjoy Osaka in a healthy and fun way!

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• Age 1～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 19:00 / 20:00

The dance performances at the festival are not just something to watch. The tempo-filled composition, full of laughter and passion, naturally draws you in. Before you know it, the audience will join in and the whole venue will become one - this is a "physical performance". The story and worldview that change completely with each performance is also one of the great attractions. The exciting productions that are set up every year, the humor that is a bit addictive, and the passion that touches your heart. You can't help but look forward to what they will show you next. And the most noteworthy thing is the "heat that can only be experienced at the venue". The smiles of the performers, the sense of speed, and the sense of unity in the atmosphere that even draws in the smiles of the audience - a true entertainment experience.

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• Age 1～Age 99
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• 19:00 / 20:00

The appeal of "Narutaka" is that it fuses the essence of modern music such as EDM, rock, and J-POP while valuing traditional beauty. The addition of live singing by twin vocals creates a sense of realism like a live stage. The performance features call and response that naturally draws the audience in, breathtaking formations, and a production that pays attention to costumes and props, instantly captivating the audience. Furthermore, the gorgeous, Japanese-modern costumes and the powerful, dynamic dancers make it a truly "eye-catching performance." The fast-paced development is a series of scenes that you'll want to take photos and videos of, and is also great for SNS. It is a one-of-a-kind experiential performance that can be enjoyed with all your senses, sights, hearing, and body.

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• Age 1～Age 99
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• 18:00 / 19:00

A participatory performance event will be held where you can experience traditional Japanese culture, with a focus on Japanese drums! This performance by the non-profit organization "Raki Hapi" will not only feature powerful drum performances, but will also have a corner where the audience can experience the rhythm together, providing a special time to share "sound memories." The performance is structured to be enjoyed by children and adults alike, and the attraction is that you can enjoy not only the Japanese drums, but also the harmony with flutes and other instruments. "Don't just watch, feel and play together" -- enjoy this "music-music" stage.

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• Age 1～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 18:00 / 19:00

We will be holding a special experience event by the Kansai branch of the Yasugibushi Preservation Society, known for the traditional art of "Loach Scooping Dance"! In addition to the fun dance performance, there will also be a corner where you can actually experience the Loach Scooping Dance. Don't miss this opportunity to experience this traditional and humorous dance together and make some fun memories!

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• Age 0～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 19:00 / 20:00

A dance performance by the Osaka Tensui Ren, an Awa Odori dance group that carries on the traditions of the original Tokushima region. The stage is filled with a variety of expressions, including graceful and elegant female dances, dynamic male dances, and powerful male dances performed by women. The performance also includes musical instruments that cherish the traditional melodies, drawing the audience into a whirlpool of excitement and emotion.

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

It is a soba making experience at Kayabuki-no-Yakata, an inn in the valley of Shinshu. Speaking of Shinshu, handmade soba noodles! A local soba master will teach you the secrets of making soba! Kayabuki no Yakata is an inn located in the valley of Shinshu Tatsuno Town. It is a plan that everyone can enjoy, such as families with children, couples, couples, girls traveling. A local soba noodle master will teach you carefully! Please be assured ♪ You can enjoy the soba noodles you made yourself on the spot. In addition, we will also attach seasonal tempura, which is the pride of our chef, so please enjoy it together. If you experience this, you will be a soba master from tomorrow !? You can feel the happiness of making and eating through the food culture of Shinshu ♪

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:10

★ Completely private charter event ★ We will hold a private charter for your group, family, or group (without other guests present). Please read the instructions to the end before applying. This is an experience program that allows you to learn about sumo, a traditional Japanese culture. You can experience sumo wrestling by introducing the content and rules of sumo wrestling training, and actually challenging former sumo wrestlers. The program will be conducted in Japanese or English, or both, depending on the customer's nationality. After the experience, enjoy a chanko nabe lunch supervised by a former sumo wrestler. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Gathering ② Explanation of the history of sumo, training content, decisive moves, forbidden moves, etc. 20 minutes ③ Sumo efforts 10 minutes ④ Challenge former sumo wrestlers 10 minutes ⑤ Commemorative photo 5 minutes ⑥ Chanko lunch / Q&A Response 45 minutes ⑦ Dissolution * This event will be held in a fully reserved private event. Watch a sumo show with just your group, try sumo wrestling, and have lunch. Sumo restaurant rental fee: 110,000 yen (tax included) + 12,000 yen per person (tax included) For example: 5 people for a sumo wrestling experience: 110,000 yen (tax included) + 12,000 yen (tax included) x 5 people = 170,000 yen (tax included)

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:10

★This event is not a private event.★★This event will be held jointly with other customers.★This is an experience program where you can learn about sumo, a traditional Japanese culture. We will introduce you to the training content and rules of sumo, allowing you to experience sumo for yourself. The program will be conducted in Japanese, English, or both, depending on your nationality. After the experience, you will enjoy a chanko nabe lunch supervised by a former sumo wrestler. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Gathering ② Explanation of the history of sumo, training content, decisive moves, prohibited moves, etc. 20 minutes ③ Sumo efforts 10 minutes ④ Challenge a former sumo wrestler (only for those who wish) 10 minutes ⑤ Commemorative photo 5 minutes ⑥ Chanko lunch/Q&A 45 minutes ⑦ Dissolution If you have any questions, please feel free to ask us anything.

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• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 5～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 14:00

You can enjoy a large-scale performance on par with the Kabukiza Theater! Beautiful dance and meticulous stage techniques. Experience the overwhelming worldview that unfolds before your eyes. The charm of the traditional Japanese dance is the beauty of the kimono-clad postures and movements. And the beauty of the heart, such as courtesy, virtue, and gratitude, which cannot be seen with the naked eye. This is the Japanese beauty that is currently attracting renewed attention from around the world.

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• Age 12～Age 90
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

This is a full-scale one-day training in traditional Japanese martial arts by Isao Machii, the world's best iaido master who has appeared in various media outlets and is known for his iaido technique of cutting 6mm BB bullets flying at high speed. In this experience, you will learn the structure of a sword, how to use it correctly, and deep knowledge about samurai and Japanese swords, and you will be able to master all kinds of traditional Japanese martial arts, including swordsmanship and body techniques. The martial arts you learn under Isao Machii's guidance are different from traditional martial arts that have become mere formalities. In authentic traditional Japanese martial arts, you will learn the techniques to skillfully apply the opponent's strength and toy with your opponent with slight movements. These practical techniques can be applied in everyday life and are sure to greatly change your worldview. Dress in training clothes, dispel the misunderstandings you have about samurai culture and Japanese swords, and experience true samurai culture. This will be a great opportunity for those who are looking for the real thing. ~ Flow of one-day training ~ 8:40 Meet at Nose Electric Railway's "Tada Station" and move to Tada Shrine by free shuttle. 8:50 Arrive at Tada Shrine. Move to the Mandokoroden. 9:10 After changing clothes, you will receive a prayer, and then the first half of the practice will begin. 12:00 Lunch break (enjoy a luxurious banquet meal) 13:00 Second half of the practice begins 16:00 Practice ends. After changing clothes, you will disband. This experience is a full-fledged one-day training in traditional Japanese martial arts for advanced practitioners of Iai, Kenjutsu, Aikido, etc., both in Japan and abroad, but beginners are also welcome to participate. Beginners will be carefully taught from the basics, and experienced practitioners will be provided with deeper skills and understanding. The instruction will be provided by the Guinness World Record-holding modern samurai, Isao Machii himself, and his top disciples. This plan, supervised by Isao Machii, will not only teach you the kata, but also teach you samurai martial arts that can be used in real combat. Rather than focusing on the kata, the focus is on how to actually use your body and move efficiently without exerting force. This is a rare opportunity to experience authentic samurai techniques and learn truly useful martial arts. After this experience, you will have a deeper understanding of the essence of the samurai who uses a Japanese sword, and you will be able to start on the path of martial arts with confidence. *Due to the guidance of the Agency for Cultural Affairs and the National Police Agency, this plan does not provide sword-cutting instruction to anyone other than disciples.

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• Age 6～Age 100
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• 14:00 / 15:00

It is a soba making experience at Kayabuki-no-Yakata, an inn in the valley of Shinshu. Speaking of Shinshu, handmade soba noodles! A local soba master will teach you the secrets of making soba! Kayabuki no Yakata is an inn located in the valley of Shinshu Tatsuno Town. It is a plan that everyone can enjoy, such as families with children, couples, couples, girls traveling. A local soba noodle master will teach you carefully! Please be assured ♪ You can enjoy the soba noodles you made yourself on the spot. In addition, we will also attach seasonal tempura, which is the pride of our chef, so please enjoy it together. If you experience this, you will be a soba master from tomorrow !? You can feel the happiness of making and eating through the food culture of Shinshu ♪

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

If you want to fully enjoy Wazuka, the home of tea, we recommend the tea picking experience! Wazuka Town cultivates so many tea leaves that it is called the origin of tea, and even today it is a production area that produces just under 40% of Uji tea. At Wazukaya, the "Tea Soba Making Experience" using "Wazuka Tea" is very popular, but if you are going to make Cha Soba, why not try picking the tea yourself? At the Wazuka tea plantation, we offer a Wazuka tea picking experience from March to November. The set includes tea picking experience, tea soba noodles, and tea leaf tempura making experience. You can enjoy the finished dish on the spot. Also, it takes about 30 minutes to get to Nara Park from Wazuka Town, so you can make plans that also include sightseeing in Nara.

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• Age 5～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

One in the world! You can make your own Ishigakijima chili oil. Make your own chili oil using the island's boastful herbs and spices! Choose ingredients and create recipes! After pouring the hot special oil, bottle it and complete the souvenir! You can take it home on the day. If you register for my recipe (free), you can order your own recipe island chili oil from your home♬ The staff is a bright and energetic couple who loves the sea! I will also talk about delicious foods and recommended places on the island! Let's make it while enjoying it!

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 2～3 hours

Experience a charcoal grill inside a kamakura! You can eat freshly grilled rice cakes. At night, candles are lit in the kamakura. *Fireworks and sake tasting are available as options. *You can grill the anbo (rice cake) from the anbo experience on a charcoal grill and eat it. Our staff will be able to speak simple English and use a translator. If you are unsure, we can also assist you with an interpreter (fees apply).

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• Age 13～Age 60
• 1～2 hours

Sun or a greeting in this language, Sun you will learn the propriety of this type. Through type practice, you will acquire batting / throwing techniques and sleeping. We will practice self-defense with assumption of stuttering. In some cases, we also practice weapons techniques.

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• Age 3～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00

You can now enjoy the specialty of the Hoto Laboratory, "Seafood Hoto"! It's an authentic hand-made experience and an exquisite original Hoto that you can't find at other stores! When you think of "Hoto", many people think of pumpkin, but Hoto Laboratory is a seafood Hoto specialty store. Enjoy a luxurious seafood Hoto with plenty of seafood ingredients in a delicious soup full of seafood broth. We will also talk about the history and culture of Hoto, such as how to make it at home and various ways to eat it. There are few places to visit around Lake Kawaguchi when the weather is bad, such as rain, so it's okay! Let's make delicious Hoto in a beautiful large indoor facility and warm up by making and eating it, regardless of the weather. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception ② Introduction to Hoto, cooking explanation, changing clothes, hand washing (10 minutes) ③ Hoto hand-made experience (kneading and rolling out flour) (30 to 60 minutes) ④ Making seafood Hoto (adding miso soup and ingredients and simmering) (15 minutes) ⑤ Tasting (40 minutes)

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Shosenkyo Sawarabi It is a restaurant of hot to beat experience, soba hit experience, slap hit experience and authentic charcoal grilled food.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Why do not you watch, listen, touch, and have a valuable experience! Is it?

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• Age 15～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 20:00

This is a Noh performance event to be held at the Kyoto Noh Theater. It will be a special performance with full English translation for foreign visitors to Japan. Noh is a form of "comprehensive art" that combines visual, musical, and literary elements, and its artistry can be appreciated from a variety of perspectives. On stage, performers wear elegant Noh masks and costumes, and perform chants and dances to music. Noh's simple yet sophisticated stage expression continues to inspire many artists today.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 12:00 / 17:30

We have prepared viewing seats where you can enjoy the Kawagoe Festival right in front of you. The viewing seats are located on the first and second floors of the Risona Coedo Terrace, a national tangible cultural property, and are adjacent to Ichibangai, where numerous floats parade around, the highlight of the Kawagoe Festival. In addition, you can enjoy food prepared by chef Mitsumasa Kadohira, the number one Italian chef in Japan (※), and free drinks, including alcohol. (※) Winner of the 15th National Italian Cuisine Competition "Gran Concorso di Cucina 2024" Comfortable indoor seats are also available, and the old head room can be rented out for families and groups. Enjoy a luxurious time in a historic building while fully experiencing the charm of the Kawagoe Festival.

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• Age 15～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 17:00

Only available from March 29th to April 30th! This is a limited-time plan for you to go for a cherry blossom viewing stroll in a kimono. This plan includes kimono rental and dressing only. Recommended for those who want to wear their favorite accessories. A kimono professional will dress you, so you don't have to worry about your kimono coming undone! We have a wide selection of kimonos, from fashionable original kimonos created by designer Rika Yanagiya to antique, pop, and traditional kimonos. For couples, we also have matching kimonos! Please bring your favorite footwear and bag, or comfortable mules. *Footwear, bags, and other accessories can be rented as an option.

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