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[Yamanashi/ Kawaguchiko] Yoshida's udon making experience / local cooking experience class Fujiya] ☆ 15 minutes on foot from the nearest station ☆ Accommodates up to 20 people!

Plan ID:34967 Yamanashi / Lake Kawaguchi/Lake Saiko/Fujiyoshida/Lake Shoji/Lake Motosu Food making / Udon noodles making Provide：高菜先生の郷土料理体験教室富士家

Age 1～Age 120
1～2 hours
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 / 17:00 / 18:00

At the local cooking experience class [Fujiya], we offer a hands-on experience of making "Yoshida Udon", a specialty of Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi Prefecture! ☆★Introducing Fujiya☆★Nice to meet you. Our restaurant is located in Fuji Kawaguchiko Town, located in the Fuji Five Lakes area of Yamanashi Prefecture, and is holding a hands-on class where everyone can make and enjoy Yamanashi's local cuisine. We are open every day with the hope that tourists visiting Yamanashi will learn about Yamanashi's food culture and history, and that it will be one of the memories of their trip to Yamanashi. Our staff will carefully support you so that even beginners in cooking and small children can enjoy participating. We are used by many customers not only for small groups such as private trips, but also for group trips such as school trips, company trips, and sightseeing tours. Please come visit our store when you are in the Fuji Five Lakes area. ☆★Introducing Yoshida's udon making experience☆★Yoshida's udon is a local dish of udon that is loved around Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is an unusual type of udon that is characterized by its hard and chewy noodles and toppings such as horse meat and cabbage. It has also been selected as one of the ``Top 100 Local Dishes from Rural Areas, Mountains, and Fishing Villages,'' selected from among the local flavors of each region. Yoshida's udon noodles are characterized by thick and chewy noodles, toppings made with horse meat and cabbage, and a soup made with miso and soy sauce. This is the only place in Japan where you can eat it with a spiciness called suridane. Yoshida's udon was originally a home-cooked dish, so each restaurant has its own characteristics. For example, some restaurants use beef or horse meat, and the sides vary in hardness and length. Although there are general rules, there are no clear rules, so the freedom of making them may also be a characteristic of Yoshida's udon. In this plan, customers will make udon noodles from powder. Enjoy with hot soup and toppings such as cabbage, fried tofu, and wakame. The content is quite extensive, so please come hungry. Our store also offers a dyeing experience where you can experience traditional Japanese dyeing techniques using natural materials, which can be used as a set with the hotou experience. During the dyeing experience, we will explain each step in detail, so even those who are new to dyeing and those who come with children can participate with confidence. The natural feel of natural materials and the fact that you make it with your own hands create a one-of-a-kind product that no one else can imitate. ◆ Recommended for the following people ◆ Those who want to try Yamanashi Prefecture's famous dishes Those who want to try making Yamanashi Prefecture's local cuisine Those who are looking for activities at Lake Yamanaka and Lake Kawaguchi Those who want to experience cooking with their parents and children Plan an experience For those who are having trouble sightseeing on a rainy day Those looking for sightseeing with English support *Due to our reservation system, all reservations are by request, but in most cases You can make a reservation at your desired time. We apologize for the inconvenience, but please check the reservation status once.

Rating 5.0

初めてのうどん作り、あっという間に出来て、すごい楽しかったです。簡単なので、家でも作ってみたいと思いました。丁寧に教えていただきありがとうございました。

[Tokyo Aoyama] Pottery experience to make a 5-inch serving bowl ☆ Make a plate with a diameter of about 20 cm to enjoy at home ♪

Plan ID:59884 Tokyo / Roppongi/Aoyama Hobby / Cultural experience / Traditional culture experience / Ceramics class Provide：ゆう工房　東京青山教室

Age 4～Age 100
1～2 hours
11:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 18:00 / 19:30

"Yu Kobo" has six classrooms in Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka. Our friendly and professional staff will help you at your own pace. ☆This is a course that allows you to create a work in a 60-minute lesson. ☆You will make one tatara plate with a diameter of about 20 cm. If you leave it round, it will be a slightly deeper plate for stews, curries, and other soups, or if you cut it, it will become a 5-inch plate. You can enjoy home-cooked meals with the dish you made. You can choose the glaze color from three types: earthen ash glaze, celadon glaze, and yellow seto glaze. You can freely design with white makeup, iron painting, and nail carving. You can also freely design animal faces and expressions. You can also carve your favorite characters. ☆The completed work will be delivered about one and a half months after the experience date. ☆If you have any concerns about the work production, please feel free to contact us.

[Kanagawa/Shonan] Calligraphy art full course ~ Calligrapher "Madar" creates a scroll and a hand towel or a tote bag or a T-shirt with lucky calligraphy (beginners welcome, empty-handed OK)

Plan ID:59555 Kanagawa / Shonan Hobby / Cultural experience / Traditional culture experience / Calligraphy experience Provide：KANJI TOKYO

Age 5～Age 100
1～2 hours
10:00

Do you want to experience the deep side of Japan? In this city where you hardly ever see foreigners, this is the first public calligraphy experience activity where you can meet a master of calligraphy. ● Artist "MADARA" presents a stylish and artistic calligraphy lesson that touches on the history and culture of calligraphy. The first half of the activity will be about the history of calligraphy and a calligraphy lesson. In the second half, Madara, the only calligrapher in Japan who practices the art of calligraphy, which brings happiness, will convert your name into kanji and create a scroll drawn in calligraphy. In addition, Madara is also a colorful Japanese ink painter, so this is a workshop where you can create a tote bag, T-shirt, or hand towel that is one of a kind in the world, with a design that combines MADARA's drawing with your kanji name. In the workshop, you will enjoy Japanese sweets and matcha tea while experiencing the experience, so there is no need to be nervous. Beginners are also welcome! ● Contents This activity is composed of the following two parts. Part 1 is 50 minutes, with a 10-minute break. Part 2 is 60 minutes. ●Venue: For 1-2 people: Crafort Co., Ltd. Madara Atelier Address: Hiratsuka MN Building 11th floor, 3-1 Takaramachi, Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture For 3-8 people: Hiratsuka Plaisir Address: JA Hiratsuka Building 6th floor, 3-8 Yaesakimachi, Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture We will inform you of the venue the day before after you make your reservation. ●Distance to the venue Both Madara Atelier and Hiratsuka Plaisir will be held in Shonan, Kanagawa Prefecture, very close to Hiratsuka Station, just a 2-3 minute walk. Hiratsuka is a town on the way from Tokyo to Hakone. It is also 30 minutes by train from Hiratsuka to Kamakura.

[Kumamoto City Center] Experience calligraphy in a Japanese-style room

Plan ID:58885 Kumamoto / Kumamoto Hobby / Cultural experience / Traditional culture experience / Calligraphy experience Provide：Suiko

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

This calligraphy class is located in Kamitori Arcade, near Kumamoto Castle and the Kumamoto Traditional Crafts Museum, in the center of Kumamoto City.A professional licensed instructor with over 15 years of teaching experience will teach you how to use calligraphy tools and how to write with a brush.Enjoy traditional culture like a local in a Japanese-style room that feels like a Japanese home, while looking out at the Japanese garden. It's a valuable experience that can only be had in Japan!Everyone is welcome, regardless of nationality, as well as Japanese people. I can speak Japanese and basic English, but I will use a translator if necessary. If you have any questions, please message me.kmtca05@gmail.com

[Nagoya Sakae] Pottery experience to make a 5-inch serving bowl ☆ Make a plate with a diameter of about 20 cm to enjoy at home ♪

Plan ID:59886 Aichi / Nagoya Hobby / Cultural experience / Traditional culture experience / Ceramics class Provide：ゆう工房　愛知名古屋栄教室

Age 4～Age 100
1～2 hours
11:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 19:30

[Setagaya, Tokyo] Experience Japanese dance in yukata, welcoming foreign visitors to Japan

Plan ID:58163 Tokyo / Setagaya Sports/Fitness / Dance class / dance school / Japanese traditional dance Provide：日本現代舞踊内海流

Age 3～Age 100
1～2 hours
10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 16:00

{Japanese dance 20 minutes from Shinjuku} 16 minutes on the Odakyu Line express from Shinjuku Station, 1 minute walk from Seijo Gakuenmae Station. Learn how to wear kimono, learn manners, and learn dance. You can choose from "Sakura Sakura," "Ue o Muite Arukou," and "First Love" as lesson songs. If there are other participants, the song will be "Sakura Sakura." Participation by 4 people is recommended. If you wish to participate with 5 or more people at the same time, please book 2 lessons consecutively. Lessons will be taken in turns. There is also a space for non-participants to observe. You can wear clothes! Free for children under 5 years old.

[Kyoto Nishiki Market] A stroll through Nishiki Market and a Kyoto Machiya home cooking and sushi making experience! English-speaking, family-friendly, a half-day tour to enjoy a full cultural experience!

Plan ID:59468 Kyoto / Kawaramachi/Karasuma/Omiya Area Hobby / Cultural experience / Traditional culture experience / Sushi making experience Provide：株式会社ホプテラス

Age 5～Age 100
3～4 hours
10:00 / 13:30

This tour takes you around Nishiki Market in Kyoto and experiences making home-cooked meals and sushi rolls in a traditional Kyomachiya. While walking through Nishiki Market, bustling with local people, with an English-speaking guide, you will learn about seasonal ingredients and the unique food culture of Kyoto. After that, move to a quiet Kyomachiya and taste carefully selected local Kyoto sake. Then, try making home-cooked meals and sushi rolls with a Japanese host. You can have a warm experience as if you were invited into a Japanese home kitchen. Even if you are a beginner at cooking, you can do it. We will carefully support you in English, so please feel free to join us. This tour is perfect for families with small children and travelers who want to experience local life. Let's enjoy the taste and life of Kyoto together! ~Schedule for the day~①MeetingWe will wait in front of the Silver Monument at Kyoto Daimaru. ②Walk around Nishiki MarketWe will tour Nishiki Market with a guide. ③Nishiki Tenmangu ShrineWe will pray at the god that watches over Nishiki Market. ④After arriving at the Kyomachiya, we will have a sake tasting experience. We will experience tasting the local Kyoto sake prepared by the host. ⑤Home-cooked meals and sushi rolls experience in a KyomachiyaCooking experience with the host. Making your own sushi rolls is something special.

[Osaka, Umeda] Feel free to play pachinko and slots, experience unique Japanese culture, ages 20 and up

Plan ID:57335 Osaka / Umeda Area Entertainment / Casino bar Provide：Q-Bang！パチンコ＆スロット

Age 20～Age 100
1～2 hours
11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00 / 19:00 / 20:00 / 21:00

Basic lecture, explanation of pachinko/slot rules, explanation of how to operate the game machines and how to choose a machine, accompaniment during play, support during actual play, after-sales service, support for prize exchange, transportation, guidance to surrounding facilities, maximum stay time: Unlimited (only during business hours, attendance is up to 1 hour) Number of people available: 1 person or more *Children (under 20 years old) not allowed to accompany the customer The plan contents are as follows. *Prices shown are for 1 person. ・Attendance fee (available in English, Chinese, and Japanese)

[Tokyo, Shibuya] Free-time all-you-can-drink! Maidreamin Hyper is the perfect nightlife option in Shibuya! "HYPER Free-time Plan"

Plan ID:48922 Tokyo / Shibuya/Harajuku Entertainment / Maid cafe Provide：めいどりーみん渋谷 SHIBUYA

Age 0～Age 100
Within 1 hour /1～2 hours /2～3 hours
20:00 / 20:30 / 21:00 / 21:30

Maidreamin Shibuya SHIBUYA is a next-generation maid cafe located in the middle of Shibuya. The interior of the store, which is full of digital feeling in collaboration with the super cyber group "TEAMLAB★", is truly a "customer integrated cyber LIVE space"! Would you like to experience Shibuya-style maid cafe? This plan is a free-time all-you-can-drink plan that allows you to fully enjoy Maidreamin Hyper.

[Shibuya, Tokyo] Try Maidreamin Hyper! "HYPER One Drink Plan"

Plan ID:48921 Tokyo / Shibuya/Harajuku Entertainment / Maid cafe Provide：めいどりーみん渋谷 SHIBUYA

Age 0～Age 100
Within 1 hour
20:00 / 20:30 / 21:00 / 21:30 / 22:00

Maidreamin Shibuya SHIBUYA is a next-generation maid cafe located in the middle of Shibuya. The interior of the store, which is full of digital feeling in collaboration with the super cyber group "TEAMLAB★", is truly a "customer integrated cyber LIVE space"! Would you like to experience Shibuya-style maid cafe? This plan is a plan with one drink that you can try Maidreamin Hyper.

[Tokyo] A comprehensive samurai experience of swordsmanship and archery in a real dojo---My class is not a tourist trap

Plan ID:24021 Tokyo / Machida/Hachioji/Takao Hobby / Cultural experience / Traditional culture experience / Ninja & Samurai experience Provide：戸山流備前会

Age 15～Age 99
2～3 hours
10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00 / 19:00

Once your reservation is confirmed, you will receive an email. Please be sure to confirm. This experience can accommodate up to 15 participants. During this experience, you will receive a lecture on Japanese swords, learn kata (cutting techniques), practice sparring, test-fire a bow and arrow, and try slashing with a mock sword. During the test-slash, you will slash multiple targets while moving with the mock sword. Slashing while moving is extremely difficult. Please experience the difficulty for yourself! Your instructor will be Yoshioki Sumida, assistant instructor of the All Japan Toyama-ryu Iaido Federation. With over 27 years of experience, he has taught at overseas branches in the United States, Europe, and Hong Kong. He is one of the very few instructors in the world who has deeply mastered and continues to pass on both kenjutsu and yabusame. Iai will teach you how to handle the sword, gekken will teach you distance from your opponent and attack/defense, and drawing the sword will teach you how to hold the blade. ~Schedule: Time may vary depending on the number of participants~ ① Demonstration (3 minutes) ② Lecture on swords (20 minutes) ③ Changing into training clothes (10 minutes) ④ Iai lesson (20 minutes) ⑤ Kendo lesson (20 minutes) ⑥ Archery lesson (20 minutes) ⑦ Sword test (20 minutes) ⑧ Certificate of Inka (5 minutes) ⑨ Changing into casual clothes (10 minutes)

Rating 5.0

It's 100% worth the money and not a tourist trap. The instructor, Sumida Sensei, was very patient and carefully taught me how to handle a katana. In the end, the improvement was visible. I started as a newbie, and at the end of the class, I was able to cut a tatami mat, bringing me a great sense of achievement. Really is worth a try!

[Tokyo, Ogikubo] Sashiko visible mending / darning / embroidery

Plan ID:57928 Tokyo / Suginami/Nakano Hobby / Cultural experience / Traditional culture experience / Traditional culture experience Provide：canoha

Age 15～Age 100
1～2 hours
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

There was a time when fabric and garment were very precious and hard to get. People who lived in north part of Japan needed to repair or mend for their garment and make protect from cold season. They stitched several layers of cloth carefully stitch by stitch. Sashiko is a technique that was born from this and nowadays become one of traditional handicraft which was born from taking good care of things and the wisdom of life. At that time, there were no schools, and Sashiko was passed down from parent to child. Therefore, there is not just one technique, but multiple techniques. The repair method is the same. Here we would like to introduce some of the sashiko mending and darning techniques. Please use it for various purposes such as repairing precious clothes, making use of leftover cloth, and making art. You can take the coaster away. Please enjoy the stitching!!

[Ishikawa/Kanazawa] Make only one kimono hagire art in the world while wearing a kimono! After the experience, go for a walk in Kanazawa!

Plan ID:44409 Ishikawa / Kanazawa/Hakui Hobby / Cultural experience / Traditional culture experience / Traditional culture experience Provide：KIMONO SALON CROSS

Age 6～Age 90
1～2 hours
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

Come to Kanazawa! Whether it's sunny or rainy, wear a kimono and have fun! Even in Kanazawa, a city that looks good in kimonos, it would be a waste to just wear a kimono and go sightseeing! Since it's a rare opportunity, why not try to experience a little bit of Kanazawa's traditional culture and have an experience that can only be had at that time. "Even if you forget your lunch, don't forget your umbrella!" Kanazawa has a lot of rain, so you're worried about whether you can take a leisurely stroll in a kimono... If you try making kimono scrap art, you don't have to worry about that at all! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------＜What is kimono scrap art making?＞This is an experience where you carefully unravel kimonos that can no longer be worn due to holes caused by burning or stains that won't come off, and use small pieces of kimono scraps to paste them onto stencils to create a one-of-a-kind art piece. We have a variety of stencils unique to Kanazawa, such as the Tsuzumimon Gate at Kanazawa Station, the Kotoji lantern at Kenrokuen, and Kanazawa Castle, so please choose your favorite one! There are also easy stencils such as dinosaurs and flowers for children. Anyone can easily get started. It's interesting that even with the same pattern, the kimono scraps used can make a variety of different works! You can take the finished work home with you in a frame on the spot! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------<Plan Contents> ① First, you will dress in a kimono. Choose your favorite kimono from the variety of kimonos available. Leave the dressing to us! (Hair set is an additional ￥2,200) ② After dressing, you will create a one-of-a-kind kimono scrap art. Choose your favorite pattern, cut the scraps with scissors and paste them with glue. There is no answer to art! Some people create bold works, others delicate ones! You can experience the experience while chatting with friendly staff in a homely atmosphere, giving advice on recommended color combinations! Since it is an experience while wearing a kimono, it may be a little difficult to work, but let's have fun! ③ Decide the frame color ④ Choose the frame color and put the work in You can frame the finished work on the spot and take it home. We would be happy if you could hang it in your entrance or on the wall as one of the wonderful memories of your trip to Kanazawa. After the experience, you can head off to Kanazawa for sightseeing! Enjoy Kanazawa to the fullest! (You can also go sightseeing in Kanazawa before the experience.) Plans change due to sudden rain... In that case, please come to our shop, where you can get a combination of dressing and cultural experience. *Available for groups of 2 or more. *If you would like to make a reservation on the day, please contact us by phone.

[Kawagoe, Saitama] Enjoy making shichimi chili peppers in Little Edo! Why not make your own shichimi chili peppers?

Plan ID:58315 Saitama / Kawagoe/Tokorozawa Food making / Cooking class Provide：川越福七味(かわごえふくしちみ)

Age 3～Age 100
Within 1 hour

Why not make your own shichimi togarashi at a shichimi togarashi specialty store in Kura-no-machi, Kawagoe, which still retains the atmosphere of Little Edo? \Make your own shichimi togarashi/Choose your favorite aroma and flavor from over 13 types of spices and mix it together! \For children.../Use sweet chili peppers to make your own fragrant, non-spicy shichimi! You can taste the shichimi you make on the spot! You can make a lot, so you can put it in a bag and take it home! It also makes a great souvenir◎ Stop by while sightseeing in "Little Edo Kawagoe"♪

[Kanagawa, Kamakura] Kamakura Community Dinner Experience with Local Residents - Immerse yourself in the charm of Kamakura life through interaction with locals

Plan ID:59438 Kanagawa / Kamakura Entertainment / Event & party Provide：シェアリビングスペースNIHO kamakura

Age 6～Age 75
1～2 hours
18:00

Wouldn't you like to know the real Kamakura that the locals love, not the tourist-filled Kamakura? At NIHO Shared Living, you can discover the charms of Kamakura that are not listed in travel guides by dining with the diverse locals who live in Kamakura. While enjoying home cooking made with seasonal ingredients, you will discover a new side of Kamakura through friendly conversation, from hidden spots and shops that only locals know about, to the joys and hardships of living in Kamakura. Depending on the interests of the participants, we can invite Kamakura residents with various backgrounds, such as artists, local history buffs, and housewives who love cooking. For example, we will provide a place for interaction that suits your interests, such as "I'm interested in the Kamakura art scene" or "I want to know more about the history of the ancient capital." The charm of this experience is that it is a small group (maximum 8 people) and you can enjoy honest conversation in a relaxed atmosphere. You can also learn about Kamakura's ingredients and cooking methods through a simple cooking experience. ~Experience flow~ 18:30 Welcome time/self-introduction Toast with a seasonal welcome drink. Self-introduction time for the host, local participants, and guests. We will listen to your interests and questions and personalize the flow of the evening. 19:00 Food Culture Lecture/Cooking Experience A mini lecture on the nature and food culture of Kamakura. After an introduction to today's ingredients, you will experience finishing and plating a seasonal dish with locals. We will make various dishes according to the season, such as whitebait rice bowl and kenchinjiru. 19:30 Meal/Interaction Time A fun meal time around homemade dishes. We will talk freely about the life, history, and culture of Kamakura, explaining the origins of each dish. 20:30 Kamakura Information Sharing/Question Time Locals share hidden spots, souvenirs, and restaurant information recommended by locals. We will also give you personal advice tailored to your plans. 21:00 Commemorative photo/Farewell We will end the evening with seasonal tea and sweets. We will take a commemorative photo and see you off in a warm atmosphere. We will also give you a digital souvenir, the "Kamakura Living Guide."

[Nara/JR Nara] Experience traditional Japanese beauty through a kimono tea ceremony experience

Plan ID:57198 Nara / Nara/Heijo Palace Ruins Hobby / Cultural experience / Traditional culture experience / Tea ceremony experience Provide：Waplus Nara（わぷらす奈良）

Age 3～Age 100
Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
09:30 / 12:30 / 14:30

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 in a kimono tea ceremony. Wear a kimono and experience a tea ceremony in a tea room. While learning the spirit of tea ceremony, you will savor the depth of Japanese culture. You can spend an elegant time with Japanese sweets. There is also a plan where you can go out in a kimono after the tea ceremony experience. (Additional charge of 1,100 yen including tax) ~Experience process~ Arrival → Choose a kimono → Dressing and hair styling → Guidance to a Japanese-style room → History talk → Tea talk → Tea making → Japanese sweets and tea

Rating 5.0

Quick and easy to book online. Amazing customer service and great price. Would definitly recomend

[Nara/JR Nara] Experience the traditional beauty of Japan through a tea ceremony

Plan ID:56082 Nara / Nara/Heijo Palace Ruins Hobby / Cultural experience / Traditional culture experience / Tea ceremony experience Provide：Waplus Nara（わぷらす奈良）

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

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