Hobby / Cultural experience in Japan Page 33

• Age 11～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

◆ Handmade Japanese Paper Experience In this experience, you will make handmade Japanese paper using fibers from the bark of the paper tree (kozo), which is the raw material for Japanese paper. You will be able to use a blind, which is an authentic tool for handmade Japanese paper. We will explain how to make paper in an easy-to-understand manner for beginners, so please feel free to participate. You can experience learning papermaking techniques directly from a craftsman. You will learn how to process kozo, a traditional paper material, and hand-make about two sheets of Japanese paper in half a day to take home. ~Experience Flow~ 9:00 (13:30) Orientation An introduction to the types of Yoshino handmade Japanese paper, the experience procedure, and precautions. 9:20 (13:50) Workshop tour The papermaking process of kozo will be explained while looking at actual tools. 9:40 (14:10) Papermaking experience We will prepare the materials together, and each participant will take turns making paper. First, we will learn how to move the paper. Then, after making one sheet, we will take turns. 11:00 (15:30) Visit to the kozo field While the water is drained from the paper, you can take a short break and visit the nearby kozo field or enjoy the view of the Yoshino River bank. 11:30 (16:00) Drying the paper Your paper that has been drained of water is stuck to the dryer and dried. When it is completely dry, you can peel it off and roll it up into a tube to take home. *For those who want to learn the techniques of authentic handmade Japanese paper, we also offer a 3-night, 4-day course (all accommodation and meals included) called "4-day apprenticeship with a handmade Japanese paper craftsman in Yoshino, Nara." Please feel free to contact us.

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• Age 1～Age 85
• 5～6 hours

You can rent a kimono for up to 5 hours, so you can enjoy the area around Lake Kawaguchi without worrying about time! Choose your favorite kimono from the many available. You can also enjoy taking photos in the Japanese-style room and with photo panels of Mt. Fuji.

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• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 11:00

This is a cooking class for foreigners. At a home in Nagoya, you will make Nagoya side dishes, sushi rolls with shrimp tempura, fried shrimp or miso cutlet, rolled omelet, seasonal miso soup, desserts using ingredients from Aichi Prefecture, and more. It's easy to make even for beginners, so let's have fun making it together! It's just under 30 minutes by train from Nagoya Station, and a 5-minute walk from the nearest station. If you're going to Nagoya Castle or Ghibli Park, be sure to try out the cooking class and create unforgettable memories! ~Experience flow~11:00 Self-introduction and explanation of the flow11:10 Recipe explanation and allocation of roles11:15 Start cooking12:30 Tasting13:30 End of lesson

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours /4～5 hours

Okinawa/Ishigaki Island Recommended for those who have been to Ishigaki Island many times, and those who want to enjoy the depth of Ishigaki Island. ■Secret beach! This road really gets you to the beach! ? ■What kind of island is Ishigaki Island? ? Full of deep information such as history, culture, and how the islanders spend their time! Let's go around Ishigaki Island with the guidance of a professional photographer who knows everything about Ishigaki Island ♪

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 4～5 hours

It is a photo tour that goes around Ishigaki Island, Okinawa, and visits tourist attractions and recommended shops. ■ Ishigaki Island's hidden beach that is not listed on the Internet or guidebooks ■ "Ishigaki Island" while "guided around Ishigaki Island" and "commemorative photo" Ishigaki with the guidance of a professional photographer who knows Ishigaki Island Let's go around the island♪

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours

This is a photo tour for first-time visitors to Okinawa and Ishigaki Island, as well as sightseeing spots on Ishigaki Island, which is a must-see now. ■I have to go here first! Ishigaki Island, the royal road ■Actually, it's so different! ? Story of Ishigaki IslandLet's go around Ishigaki Island with the guidance of a professional photographer who knows everything about Ishigaki Island♪

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 18～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 13:00

You can wear a traditional uchikake with embroidery that cannot be reproduced today. After getting ready, you will pray to the gods, exchange rings, sign the marriage certificate, and take a commemorative photo to the music of gagaku in the Noh room. The Tomitaya staff will be serving you in a formal kimono, and everyone will be welcomed in a formal kimono.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 1～Age 85
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours

A rickshaw tour around the town in front of the gate of Izumo Taisha. Not only famous spots such as Izumo Taisha Shrine, Shinmon Street, Inasa Beach, but also power spots and hidden spots that are not listed in guidebooks will be gracefully guided by rickshaw! Although it is for 1 to 2 people, up to 2 people can ride together if it is a preschool child! Example) 2 adults + 2 infants, total 4 people

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Why not try writing characters with all your heart and soul using a large brush held in both hands, like the ones you only see on TV and in magazines? The characters you create as you run around barefoot on a piece of paper bigger than a tatami mat will be a lifelong memory! The instructor, calligrapher Mikami, has a father and mother who are also calligraphers, and has been familiar with calligraphy since childhood. Mikami is very creative and energetic. Not satisfied with ordinary calligraphy paper, he runs around freely on the large calligraphy paper with a large brush held in both hands, and the characters he creates with his whole body are soon becoming a specialty of Naganuma Town. He also performs at Naganuma Town's summer festival and sunset market, and sometimes collaborates with local musicians. This program was created not only to show people this fun, but also to let them experience it. Participants are first surprised by the weight of the brush filled with ink, and are very satisfied with the characters they write with all their heart, sweating. The written characters take time to dry, and there are limitations on where you can hang them. You may only be asked to take a photo in front of the work. If you would like to take the work home with you, please contact us in advance, although we may not be able to accommodate your request.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

You can experience making your own original calligraphy T-shirt in Naganuma Town, an hour's drive from Sapporo. Why not create a one-of-a-kind T-shirt by drawing with ink made for fabrics that won't come off even after washing? You can freely create your own original calligraphy T-shirt using washable ink for fabrics. It's different from regular ink, so you can wear it for a long time without worry. Practice your original calligraphy, write your favorite characters on a T-shirt, and add a red seal-style stamp. The instructor, Satoko, is a cheerful and powerful calligrapher. She is a real calligrapher who has exhibited at numerous exhibitions, but she is a wonderful person (and a big eater) who is not at all pretentious. She is a popular big sister in Naganuma! Your T-shirt is sure to become one of your favorites!

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• In Door Activity
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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Naganuma Town is a town of art! There are many artists and craftspeople here. Naganuma Town is about an hour's drive from Sapporo, and you can experience the finishing touches of the traditional craft "Wakasa chopsticks"! The final step in making Wakasa chopsticks is polishing. Colorful painted patterns and mother-of-pearl appear on the black lacquered chopsticks.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 65
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00

This is a tour that rides around the Nikko World Heritage Site and Oku-Nikko (National Park) area on an electrically assisted bicycle. Experts will accompany you to explain the history, geography, and nature of Nikko, allowing you to discover aspects of Nikko that you have never noticed before. Tea breaks and local gourmet food are also included in the guide. In case of rain, the tour can be changed to a walking or car tour. This tour is for people who like to ride bicycles. ~Experience flow~9:00 Meeting and explanationMeet at the scheduled departure point, explanation of the tour, confirmation of how to handle bicycles and traffic laws12:00 LunchA lunch break is planned during the tour14:00 EndReturn to the departure point and disband.

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• For Groups
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• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

You can experience making incense sticks by choosing the scent and shape using rare sandalwood. After molding, dry it at home and light it or enjoy it as a room fragrance. The northern part of Awaji Island, where Parche Fragrance House is located, is known as a town of fragrance because of the concentration of incense manufacturers. You can experience making incense sticks using the rare sandalwood that is unique to the town of fragrance. It is a time to learn about the ingredients of incense, experience the manufacturing process, and learn about incense. Take it home, dry it, light it, and enjoy it as a room fragrance! The experience schedule is as follows. ● Meeting place / reception Fragrance House (please come to the photo) ● Incense making experience (50 minutes) ① Explanation of the experience ② Choose one of four types of fragrance. ③ Put the ingredients in a mortar and knead it with a pestle until it becomes clay-like. ④ Use a stick to stretch it to a uniform thickness. ⑤ Cut it into your desired shape. ⑥Arrange the removed incense sticks on the cardboard, stack the cardboard boxes, secure them with rubber bands, and put them in a bag to take home. ⑥Finished! Once you get home, let the incense dry (for about 2-3 days).

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• Age 3～Age 60
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 16:00

Would you like to participate in a sushi-making experience? Sushi is a dish that symbolizes Japanese food culture. Making sushi with your own hands is one of the best ways to enjoy Japanese food! In our class, our friendly staff will support you and help you have a fun sushi-making experience. Let's spend a special time together while experiencing Japanese culture! ~ About the class ~ Our sushi-making experience started in Tokyo in 2025. With the theme of "experiencing the charm of Japanese food", this class was born from the desire to enjoy Japanese food culture with people from all over the world. ~ Sushi you can experience ~ There are various types of sushi in Japan, but in our class you can learn two particularly popular types. ① Nigiri sushi A traditional Japanese style of sushi that is simple yet profound. Let's make plump and beautiful nigiri sushi while learning the techniques of the craftsman! ② Roll sushi A rolled sushi style that is very popular overseas. You can try making your own original roll sushi using colorful ingredients! ~ Class flow (about 2 hours) ~ In the first half, you will learn the history and basic methods of making sushi, and then try making sushi yourself! In the second half, you can make your own sushi and enjoy the finished sushi. There is also a photo spot in the store, so you can take memorable photos! ▼Location The class venue is located in the heart of Shinjuku, Tokyo. (5 minutes walk from Shinjuku Station) Shinjuku is one of Tokyo's most famous entertainment and shopping districts. While there are many skyscrapers, there is also the nature of Shinjuku Gyoen, so it is recommended to enjoy a stroll before or after class! ▼Instructor & Staff All classes are conducted in English. Staff with extensive overseas experience will provide you with entertaining and fun lessons. We will do our best to help you make your memories in Japan even more special! Why not experience Japanese food culture while enjoying making sushi in Tokyo? Please feel free to join us!

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 90
• 2～3 hours

This is Yakatabune Kawaguchi. We can guide you to the fireworks at Disneyland, Tokyo Port, Odaiba, Sumida River, Skytree, etc. We are fully equipped with air conditioning, washlet toilets, and karaoke. You can dine with colleagues, friends, lovers, family, etc. while watching the scenery.

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• For Family

• Age 10～Age 70
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 16:00 / 18:00 / 20:00

■PreparationThe Japanese sword is the most effective sword to date and can only be worn by Samurai. We will first change into the Samurai costume of Dogi and Hakama and become a Samurai.■The relationship between the Samurai and the Japanese sword."The son of a samurai is a samurai, the son of a farmer is a farmer."From an early age, he learned how to use a sword and was allowed to wear a serious sword belt at the age of 15. It was then that he became aware of his self-respect and the responsibility of carrying a deadly weapon.The sword is the soul of the samurai and c■Trial SlashingTry your hand at cutting with a real Japanese sword!Experience the world's best cutting performance.In the Edo period, the "corpse" of a criminal was used for test cutting.■Practice the basics with the iai practice sword.■Armor ExperienceIn April 1615, the Tokugawa forces marched on Osaka Castle. The "Osaka Summer Campaign" begins here. You, a member of Toyotomi's side, will wear armor and helmet to participate in the battle. You will be the best soldier in Japan and shoot indoors. All previous iaido experiences have been filmed.■SouvenirsPlease take home a piece of straw that you cut in a test cut as a souvenir.

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• Age 16～Age 90
• 1～2 hours

If you have any worries, or if there is something you want to hear but can't tell anyone, please come to the Kishu Koyasan Yokobue Society. The oldest things remaining at Koyasan are the Buddhist scriptures that Kobo Daishi brought back from China. These prayers are based on these scriptures. We will listen to your worries, such as chronic physical and mental symptoms, improving human relationships, and looking at the bright side of things, and show you the path to improvement through appropriate prayers.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00

I will eat all you can eat asparagus tomato "Hime Toma" with high sugar content, thin skin. All-you-can-eat tomato hunting & fresh tomatoes. Please pray the beading horse of pride of Kuramoto Farm ♪

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• For Groups

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

This is a course where you can experience "Modern Kintsugi" at a long-established lacquerware store. In this course, unlike full-fledged kintsugi, which uses real lacquer, substitute lacquer is used to restore the pottery. It is resistant to rashes and dries quickly, so you can take your work home with you on the same day. In addition, in this course, you can prepare a vessel for restoration, so you can easily experience Kintsugi empty-handed. Of course, you can also bring the vessel you want to do kintsugi. The shop is located in Nihonbashi, Tokyo, where many long-established traditional craft shops gather. During the Edo period, it prospered as a base for commerce and logistics, and even now you can feel the atmosphere of Edo culture everywhere. Why don't you experience Kintsugi, a traditional Japanese restoration technique, while enjoying a walk before and after the experience?

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 14:00 / 15:00

Kyoto Family Crest Workshop Hiragiya Shinshichi holds workshops where you can make your own accessories using your own family crest, a ``flower pattern'' representing your birthday, or the crest of a Sengoku warlord or historical figure. In addition to traditional family crests, we also offer manga and anime designs. There are several types of accessories you can make, such as purses, mugs, book covers, and wrapping cloths. Perfect as a gift for your family or someone close to you. Enjoy traditional experiences in a city steeped in history.

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• Age 8～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30 / 18:30

Are you unsure how to start creating a story?This course is perfect for you. You can either produce a text-only story or a manga. Turn your fun experience into an easy-to-understand story using the manga conception method! Even if you've never created a story before, no problem. Your experience will transform into a story by just answering our “Magic 12 Questions”.Learn the fundamentals of manga in Kyoto, the heart of manga education in Japan!We look forward to welcoming you in the same building as the Pokémon Center Kyoto.[No previous experience is necessary.]

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• In Door Activity
• Green Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 8～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30 / 18:30

You can try out the dip pen with three different nibs: the G-pen, the Mapping pen, and the Saji-pen. Explore the unique drawing experiences each one offers. Once the inking is done, you'll add effect lines, do the BETA (the process of painting black), and paste tones to complete your line drawing.Experience the basics of manga drawing in Kyoto, the heart of manga education in Japan![No previous experience is necessary]

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• In Door Activity
• Green Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 18～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 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

Inuyashiya 's store is on the way to the castle town from the station. In the rental plan, underwear and geta are also included in the set of kimonos and you can come by hand. Please enjoy ♪ by all means walking in town of Inuyama and festivals with the indulgence of kimono ♪

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• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 16:00

Owner Yamashita, who had only planned to stay for six months after returning from studying abroad in London, fell in love with Abashiri and decided to move there. This town is rich in nature in every season, and seafood and mountain produce nurtured by the Sea of Okhotsk, so much so that it is impossible to master it. This sushi restaurant with only eight seats, run by an owner with rare experience, has many repeat customers and foreign tourists, making it so popular that it is difficult to get a reservation. Since it is fully booked, a special program has been organized on one day a week on the restaurant's closed day. You will learn how to make nigiri sushi directly from the owner of the sushi restaurant using seasonal ingredients from Hokkaido, including Okhotsk. At your next home party, try making sushi yourself and impress your guests. ~Experience schedule~15:55 Meet at location16:00-16:10 Orientation16:10-16:40 1) Neta cutting experience & craftsman's trivia (we will teach you about fish and how to tell if it's fresh)16:40-17:00 2) How to make vinegared rice & craftsman's trivia (we will teach you the traditional way to make vinegared rice)17:00-18:00 (Interval: free time for each person)18:00-20:00 3) Meal & nigiri sushi experience (you will make nigiri sushi using the sushi ingredients that you have cut yourself) For dinner, enjoy the owner's proud sushi dishes!

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• In Door Activity

• Age 1～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 18:00 / 20:00

Eisa is a traditional Okinawan performing art. Eisa, which is danced to the rhythm of the drums, can be enjoyed not only by watching but also by participating. Why not experience Okinawa's traditional performing art "Eisa", where the beating of the drums and the rhythm of the dance move your heart? Please feel free to join us♪ Along with the stage performance, you can also enjoy Japanese street food. Experience the Japanese festival atmosphere♪ Popular tourist spots are also nearby! One of the attractions is that it is easy to make plans to visit popular tourist spots such as Namba, Dotonbori, and Shinsekai before and after the experience. ■HP URL https://houyuukai.sakura.ne.jp/ ■SNS accounts X (old Twitter) ... https://x.com/hoyukai104783 Instagram ... https://www.instagram.com/t_hoyukai1999/

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• For Groups

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

This is a performance by the Kunihirokai (National Exposition Association), which inherits and disseminates traditional Japanese culture through Bon Odori and stage dancing. Enjoy a fun experience of Japanese tradition! Bon Odori is a seasonal feature of the Japanese summer. This dance, in which everyone dances in a circle to the sound of drums, is characterized by the fact that anyone can enjoy it casually. Folk songs are traditional songs that have been sung in various parts of Japan, and you can feel the scenery and history of the land. At this event, you can not only watch Bon Odori and folk songs, but also actually participate and dance! The dance is easy, so even beginners can do it! Enjoy a wonderful and memorable time in a fun festival-like atmosphere! Along with the stage performance, you can also enjoy Japanese street food. Experience the Japanese festival atmosphere ♪ Popular tourist spots are also nearby! One of the attractions is that it is easy to make plans to visit popular tourist spots such as Namba, Dotonbori, and Shinsekai before and after the experience.

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• 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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• For Groups

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

A special collaborative performance will be held by Shinobue player "Hikaru" and Japanese Taiko player "RINDA"! Experience the beautiful and powerful sounds of the traditional Japanese instruments, Shinobue and Japanese Taiko up close! There will also be a Japanese Taiko experience corner! [Contents] ・Solo Shinobue performance ・Solo Japanese Taiko performance ・Collaboration of Shinobue and Japanese Taiko ・Japanese Taiko experience corner (Drums from the food stalls will also be used)

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 18:00 / 19:00

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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• For Groups
• For Family

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

With the motto "Let your hometown resound," the local group Nobi, based in Suita City, performs Japanese drums. The group's performance style is appealing, as they learn and inherit traditional Japanese local performing arts while also aiming to develop their own unique expressions with added creativity. The powerful sound of the drums and the heart-stirring, passionate performance will fill the venue.

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