Things to do in Japan Page 224

• 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

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• For Groups

• Age 8～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

A very popular workshop! Children are welcome to participate! Recommended for beginners of leather craft and those who like colors ♪ If children are participating, we ask that a parent accompany them. You can make an original book cover and bookmark/pen holder. You can make only one or both. We have three types of leather available. Please let us know your preference when applying. ① Choose from your favorite leather Choose your favorite leather from the leather in the atelier ② Paint on white leather yourself You can draw freely using ink and a brush ③ Paint on Japanese paper x leather yourself Using ink and a brush, you can apply colors like a bleeding picture, and the pattern of the Japanese paper will emerge ● Price Bookmark/pen holder ¥4,000 (tax included) Book cover ¥6,500 (tax included) Both ¥9,500 (tax included) ● Time required Although it varies from person to person, it can be completed in 1-2 hours. ●Location The workshop will be held in a private atelier, a 7-minute walk from Jiyugaoka Station or Kuhonbutsu Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line or Oimachi Line. Children are welcome to attend. Please contact us if you would like to attend. If you would like to attend with a larger number of people than the maximum capacity, we can also hold the workshop at the workshop cafe, which is a 5-minute walk from the atelier, so please feel free to contact us. ●Website, Instagram: https://lit.link/mamashappymarcheInstagram: leather.atelier.haruka

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• For Groups

• Age 8～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

Children are also welcome to participate! You will make original accessories using leather. You can make brooches/bag charms, earrings/pierced earrings, hair ties, and rings. Since needles and thread are not used, it is recommended for those who are not good at handicrafts or those who are new to leather craft. ● About materials We have a selection of carefully selected materials such as domestic leather, Italian leather, ponytail, PVC, tweed, ribbon lace, antique kimono obi and old cloth. ● Cost ・ Brooch/bag charm 1 piece ¥4,000 ・ Hair tie/barrette 1 piece ¥2,500 ・ Pierced earring 1 piece ¥2500 ・ Ring ¥2,500 If you would like a long type brooch, it will be +1,500 yen. ● Location The workshop will be held at a private atelier located a 7-minute walk from Jiyugaoka Station or Kuhonbutsu Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line or Oimachi Line. Children are welcome to participate. Please contact us if you would like to participate. If you wish to participate with more people than the maximum number of participants, we can also hold the event at the workshop cafe, which is a 5-minute walk from the atelier, so please feel free to contact us. ⚫︎Event Request We are accepting event requests from one person between 10:00 and 22:00. ●Homepage, Instagram HP: https://lit.link/mamashappymarcheInstagram: leather.atelier.haruka

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• For Groups

• Age 8～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

Children are also welcome to participate! Choose your favorite parts to make your own original leather keychain, and choose your favorite color pass case or shoulder strap to complete it. Since no needles or threads are used, this is recommended for those who are not good at handicrafts or those who are new to leather crafting. ● About materials We have a selection of carefully selected materials to choose from, including domestic leather, Italian leather, ponytail, PVC, tweed, ribbon lace, antique kimono obi and old cloth. ● Location The workshop will be held at a private atelier located a 7-minute walk from Jiyugaoka Station or Kuhonbutsu Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line or Oimachi Line. Children can participate. Please contact us if you wish to participate. If you would like to participate with a larger number of people than the capacity, we can also hold the workshop at the workshop cafe, which is a 5-minute walk from the atelier, so please feel free to contact us. ⚫︎Event request We are accepting event requests from one person between 10:00 and 22:00. ● Website, Instagram HP: https://lit.link/mamashappymarche Instagram: leather.atelier.haruka

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 8～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Children are welcome to participate! Choose your favorite material and make a one-of-a-kind reversible basket bag. We also accept custom orders for the same price. You can choose your favorite combination of carefully selected materials such as domestic leather, Italian leather, suede, Linton, famous for Chanel tweed, and Oshu tweed for your rattan basket bag. You can hand-sew leather to the handles and tags, or combine it with your favorite fringe ribbons and fur to create an original basket bag that is one of a kind in the world. The hand-sewn parts are only the handles and tags, so even if you are not good at sewing, you can participate with confidence♪⚫︎Size 20.5 depth x 20.5 width x 20.5 height cm⚫︎Time required Although it varies from person to person, it can be completed in 1.5-2 hours.⚫︎Location The workshop will be held in a private atelier located a 7-minute walk from Jiyugaoka Station or Kuhonbutsu Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line or Oimachi Line. Children are welcome to participate. Please contact us if you would like to participate. If you would like to participate with a larger number of people than the maximum number of participants, we can also hold the event at the workshop cafe, which is a 5-minute walk from the atelier, so please feel free to contact us. ⚫︎Event Requests We are currently accepting event requests from one person between 10:00 and 22:00. ●Website, Instagram HP: https://lit.link/mamashappymarcheInstagram: leather.atelier.haruka

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 8～Age 100
• 4～5 hours

Children are welcome to participate! Choose your favorite material and make your own one-of-a-kind leather bag in one day. We also accept custom orders for the same price. We offer carefully selected materials such as domestic leather, Italian leather, pony, PVC, Linton tweed used in Oshu and high fashion houses, antique kimono obi, old cloth, ribbons, and handles. The finished size is 19 cm wide x 16 cm long x 8 cm deep. It is the perfect size for shoulder or diagonal wear. ⚫︎Time required Although it varies from person to person, it can be completed in 3-5 hours. We are accepting requests for holding from one person between 10:00 and 22:00. ●Venue The workshop will be held at a private atelier located a 7-minute walk from Jiyugaoka Station or Kuhonbutsu Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line or Oimachi Line. Children are welcome to participate. Please contact us if you wish to do so. If you wish to participate with a larger number of people than the capacity, we can also hold the workshop at the workshop cafe, which is a 5-minute walk from the atelier, so please feel free to contact us. ●Homepage, Instagram: https://lit.link/mamashappymarcheInstagram: leather.atelier.haruka

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• Age 10～Age 69
• 4～5 hours /5～6 hours
• 09:00

Just 30 minutes by car from Narita Airport! Why not improve your skills at Narita Motocross Park, where you can enjoy both motocross and enduro? Riding will be carefully taught from scratch by a rider with a Japanese professional license (MFJ International Class A License (Motocross/Enduro)). We will create and teach you an original menu just for you that suits your career. We can also give detailed advice on machine settings according to what you want to do and your goals, whether it's motocross or enduro, as well as advice on choosing tires and machines! We can teach riders aged 10 and over! Please feel free to contact us.

• Age 18～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30

You can make a Japanese-style flower brooch in a stylish space in Omotesando by choosing your favorite Japanese-style ribbon, flowers, leaves, nuts, etc. After making the brooch, you will have tea time and take photos.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 08:00

Light trolling involves dragging a lure while sailing the boat, targeting migratory fish such as bonito and dolphin fish. Most of the fish caught are large and can be eaten as sashimi. This plan is for those who want to catch large fish. This plan includes everything you need for fishing, including fishing rods, equipment, and lures.

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• Age 6～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

This is a time-free plan for groups and educational trips. The tour will be conducted according to your time schedule. Rafting tour course distance: 5.5 km Experience time: 1.5 hours Time required from meeting to disbanding: 240 to 270 minutes (Requests) Depending on the school, we will respond to requests such as splashing water, falling into the water, and no swimming (Service) Photos and video data (approximately 200 to 500 photos) will be provided (Safety) A support car will run alongside the boat from the start to the finish

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 08:00 / 13:00

We will provide all the equipment, bait, and tackles, so you can come empty-handed. Even if you are a beginner, we will kindly and carefully teach you how to use the equipment and give you advice on how to fish, so you can participate with peace of mind. We will introduce you to a restaurant that will cook the fish you catch.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 70
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours /2～3 hours

[Breathtaking views, photogenic, sacred place, thrill] How about a light cruise while experiencing the wind and splashes on a high-speed bass fishing boat on Lake Kawaguchi! ? Photos will surely look great with the sparkle of the lake surface and the scenery of the four seasons, and on a fine day, with the magnificent Mt. Fuji, a World Heritage Site, in the background. We promise you a high-grade experience that you can't usually experience. ~ Flow of the day ~ When you arrive at the meeting place on the day, we will accept you. We will explain the tour and precautions. After the explanation, we will start and the captain will guide you. We will also explain how to fish. We will also go around the photo spots! * Please follow the captain's instructions as it will be a high-speed boat. We are not responsible for any injuries or loss of valuables if you do not follow the instructions. The tour may be canceled due to weather. Fish caught will be released. Depending on the season, it may not be possible to do 3 hours because it gets dark early. It can accommodate 3 customers.

• 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 4～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00

Enjoy Kawagoe's specialty sweet potatoes, bread soaked in milk, and "Koedo Kurobuta pork" from Ohno Farm, which has been raised with great care and effort! Enjoy a barbecue under the blue sky! Fresh vegetables grown on our own farm and souvenirs are also included.

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• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

The Goza Mesu Basket is a bamboo basket measuring approximately 20cm wide x 12cm deep x 14cm high, and is ideal for storing small items or serving food. After the experience, you will be treated to tea and sweets while we talk about bamboo, including videos and demonstrations.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

This bamboo basket, called Shikai-nami, is about 13 cm in diameter and 10 cm in height. It was originally a flower basket, but can be used as a small item holder. It is made by weaving 16 bamboo strips provided. After the experience, you will be treated to tea and sweets, and a talk about bamboo will be given with videos and demonstrations.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 99
• Within 1 hour

Sushi is now popular all over the world! At the Osaka Sushi Chef Experience Center, you can experience making authentic sushi. You can experience Japanese food culture firsthand♪ We will carefully teach you how to make authentic sushi, from the size of the rice to how to make it. 8 pieces of sushi (tuna, salmon, shrimp, egg, eel, crab, etc.) + mini udon hot pot *Contents may change depending on the season. After the experience, you will be given a diploma. *Explanation will be in Japanese during the experience.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

<Introducing an unknown old-style folk house cafe in Yokohama♪> When you think of Yokohama, you probably imagine a big city, right? In fact, Yokohama has many historic buildings with a long history, and cafes using old-style houses are secretly booming! Why is there a cafe here? What is the history of this building? We will tell you the inside story of this place and the story behind the birth of the cafe as we head to the location. After you have had a wonderful time, we will take you to the nearest station of your choice. Experience the true charm of Yokohama! ★Make your reservation early!!

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• For Family

• Age 3～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 11:00

This is an experience in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture called "Let's eat delicious ramen at home." We will teach you how to make delicious ramen that tastes just like it's served at a restaurant using commercially available ramen. The key is to carefully prepare and arrange each ingredient one by one. This way, you will be able to enjoy restaurant-quality ramen at home. Since the class is limited to a small number of people, we can provide careful service and even beginners can feel at ease. If you wish, we can accompany you from the shopping for ingredients. Let's enjoy making Japanese ramen, which everyone loves, together.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 5～Age 65
• 4～5 hours /5～6 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

Work together as a team to "escape from a deserted island lol" by building a raft using logs, bamboo, drifting buoys, etc., and setting off on an adventure out to sea!

• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

This experience includes matcha tea and Japanese sweets. It will be held in a Japanese-style room in the Umeda area, which is very convenient for transportation. You will also learn the basic etiquette of tea ceremony, so even beginners can feel at ease. You will make your own matcha, so you can experience the real tea ceremony, unlike an experience where you only drink it. After the matcha and Japanese sweets, you can also experience sencha tea and enjoy sencha. The instructor will give a detailed explanation of the difference between matcha and sencha.

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• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30

Let's make Japanese dishes together at our cooking studio in Nagoya. What is your favorite Japanese food? Using carefully selected fresh ingredients, we can create dishes such as ramen, sushi, and tempura that meet your requests. Of course, customers with children can also participate. Let's cook Japanese food together and have fun! After the meal, handmade seasonal Japanese sweets and Japanese tea are also included.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 12:01

[SUP experience at Mizukami Sanpo Shiga] Enjoy a walk on the water, freely paddling on Lake Biwa on a SUP (stand-up paddle board)! At Mizukami Sanpo Shiga, our instructors will carefully teach you how to ride and operate the paddle so that even beginners can experience SUP with confidence. In addition, with our drone photography service, you can capture the wonderful moments on Lake Biwa from the sky in video and footage to keep as special memories. The venue is the easily accessible "Biwako Rakuen Hotel Izutsu", which is convenient not only for car access but also for public transportation. ☆You can enjoy SUP with your dog☆ *For participation qualifications and precautions when bringing your dog, please check the "【Regarding bringing your dog (pet)】" page on our website. ―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-[Experience duration] Approximately 70-80 minutes (required time from check-in to dismissal is 90 minutes) 12:00 [Experience fee] 17,600 yen per person (tax included) [Schedule on the day] 1 Gather 15 minutes before the start time. 2 Complete check-in and settle the fee. 3 Preliminary explanation and meeting about SUP experience and drone shooting. 4 Change clothes and get ready, and prepare to depart on the water. 5 Receive a preliminary explanation about SUP (how to row, how to enjoy, precautions, etc.) 6 Launch the boat and enjoy a SUP adventure of about 60-70 minutes. 7 Start drone shooting. 8 Land the boat and end the activity. 9 Change clothes and get ready. 10 Check the images and videos. 11 End of activity. Disbandment * Images and videos will be provided at a later date. ―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++ [Notes] * The organizers may cancel or change the event depending on the weather conditions on the day. Please be aware of this in advance.

• With Pets

• Age 5～Age 65
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 18:00

▼Children and beginners are also welcome♪▼Staff will give you a lesson on how to ride▼Safe because it is a bayPlan descriptionWhy not try rowing out on a paddle board into the sea dyed in the sunset? In the evening, the waves and wind calm down, so you can experience SUP (stand up paddle board) in the calm sea. Even if you are a beginner to SUP, you can rest assured because the staff will give you careful instruction! We will guide you to the best sunset viewing spot. You will be sure to be impressed by the moment when the setting sun shines on Okinawa's beautiful sea☆ *Drone shooting option can be added (as the number of drones is limited, it will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Also, it may not be possible to accept depending on the weather.) *The start time is 6:00 p.m., but the sunset time varies depending on the season, so we will inform you of the time by phone (or reservation email). [Plan contents] ■Time: Approximately 2 hours It will be held in Nagura Bay, which is famous for its sunsets. (In front of EVOL's shop) *As this is an activity that is significantly affected by tides and wind, we may refuse your reservation, so please understand. *The sunset time may vary depending on the season, so the staff will contact you at the time of reservation about the start time. *Please wear a swimsuit or clothes that you don't mind getting wet. *There is no locker room. Please leave your valuables with you and bring only the minimum amount of luggage. Member of Ishigaki City Tourism Association ■We will refuse to allow you to participate in the tour if you are pregnant, under the influence of alcohol, or if we determine that you are unable to drive properly. ■If you have any questions about the pick-up location or participating in the tour on the day, please feel free to contact us. ■Notes■*If danger is expected due to bad weather, we may call you to cancel. *Please note that we may interrupt the tour if you do not follow the guide's instructions or engage in dangerous behavior. ■About cancellations*There is no cancellation fee if you cancel more than 48 hours in advance. *We apologize for any inconvenience caused by cancellations the day before the reservation, but we will charge a cancellation fee of 50% of the basic fee as it will be a nuisance to other customers who were unable to make a reservation. Cancellations on the day of the tour will be charged 100% of the basic fee. *There is no cancellation fee if it rains or there is a natural disaster on the day of the tour.

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• With Pets

• Age 0～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 15:00

In Nihonbashi, Tokyo, we provide a service for foreign tourists visiting Japan, where they can cook and eat Japanese home-cooked meals together and experience Japanese culture. Why not cook with our friendly staff and get a taste of Japanese home cooking that you can't get at a restaurant? After your meal, we also offer Japanese matcha tea and tea sweets. You can learn about the origins of Japanese cuisine, and you can take home the recipes you cooked that day. After eating, please try your hand at wearing a yukata.

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• For Family

• Age 3～Age 120
• 5～6 hours
• 09:00

By chartered taxi, you will visit Oku-Iya Nijukazura Bridge, an observation point overlooking the Ochiai village designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, and Iya Valley, which is rated as a two-star Michelin Green Guide. . <Sightseeing spots> All year round Ochiai Village Observation Deck Visit the observatory overlooking Ochiai Village, which has been designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. Iya Valley (Hinoji Valley/Manneken Pis) Visit the Iya Valley, which received two stars from the Michelin Green Guide, and the Manneken Pis statue. Please note that the sightseeing spots to visit are different in summer and winter. please. Summer (April to November) Nagoro Scarecrow Village Visit a mysterious village located in the innermost part of Iya, where there are more scarecrows than local residents. Oku-Iya Nijukazurabashi A healing spot surrounded by rich nature. It is also said that it was worn by the Heike family as they headed to the ``Heike no Baba'' on Mount Tsurugi. Winter (December to March) Iya Kazura Bridge/Biwa Falls It is said that this bridge was built by a Heike fugitive to escape from his pursuers, and it is said that the Heike fugitive used to play the biwa while wandering through the capital of Kyoto. It's a waterfall. Oboke Gorge Sightseeing Pleasure Boat Surrounded by cliffs that look like towering marble sculptures, you can enjoy a thrilling ride down the river with cherry blossoms in the spring and autumn leaves coloring the clear stream in the fall. *Itinerary order and local stay time may change depending on local traffic conditions and departure location. *If you are unable to make a reservation for a taxi or lunch location, your reservation may be cancelled. note that.

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• Age 3～Age 75
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 14:00

A "superb view" that appears only at low tide between Ishigaki island and Kohama Island A fantasy island with no population and no liner! There is something when there is nothing! A healing island that makes you feel such a strange feeling ♪ Nice two flights a day in the morning and afternoon. It is a great half-day super fun tour.

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• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 80
• 2～3 hours

Seaside Discovery Tour: Guided Fish Market Tour with Authentic Seto Inland Sea Tastingand Local Breakfast Delights!Exclusive Market Exploration:・Venture into a typically off-limits market with our expert guide.Secretive Auction Experience:・Observe live auctions using unique gestures for communication. Frozen Adventure:・Tour a freezer storage where even wet towels can freeze.Middle Wholesaler Shop Visit:・Explore a shop featuring a variety of local fish from Seto Inland Sea and Nearby Coastal Areas.・Discover techniques for maintaining good quality and freshness.・Sample Seto Inland Sea delicacies, including fresh sashimi featuring local specialities.Culinary Delight: ・Enjoy a two-hour guided tour concluding with a delightful fish-based breakfast at a renowned restaurant favored by market professionals.

• Age 12～Age 80
• 1～2 hours

Guided Lunch-inclusive Fisherman's Visit and Harbor Stoll Tour.Boat Visit with a Guide:・Explore a local fisherman's boat accompanied by a guide.Interview Sessions with a Fisherman:・Conduct a personalized one-on-one interview with the fisherman. The guide will facilitate aconversation covering topics such as the caught fish, fishing techniques, types of boats, beliefs in" funarama" (boat spirits), marine litter and the challenges and rewards of being a fisherman.Taxi Transfer Experience after Harbor Area Exploration:After a leisurely stroll near the fishing port, take a taxi to the Umimachi Shopping Street.Culinary Delight:・Enjoy a two-hour guided tour concluding with a delightful fish-based lunch at the renowned,long-established Eatery, Okeichan, favored by market professionals

• Age 10～Age 60
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00

Enishi Horse Park offers special courses where you can experience the tradition and culture of equestrianism. This course is designed to help you feel a deep connection with your horse. ⚫︎Safe instruction for beginners: This is a walking experience so that beginners and inexperienced people can participate with peace of mind. Experienced staff will support you while leading your horse. Participants can safely enjoy a sense of unity with the horses. ⚫︎Basic bow and arrow practice: Before riding a horse, learn how to use a bow and arrow. Develop concentration and balance while learning the techniques and spirit of traditional archery. ⚫︎Horseback riding practice: Practice basic horse riding techniques in a safe environment. This will deepen your collaboration with your horse and increase your confidence. ⚫︎ Yabusame experience: Finally, we will have a practical experience of Yabusame. This traditional technique of hitting a target while riding a horse provides thrills and a sense of accomplishment. ⚫︎ Yabusame costume experience: Participants will have the opportunity to wear traditional Yabusame costumes. You can enjoy a more authentic Yabusame experience while wearing this costume. Get deeper into the history and culture of equestrianism by wearing this traditional costume.

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