Hobby / Cultural experience in Japan Page 11

• Age 8～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

At the Yamanaka-nuri workshop "Urushi-no-Usada Asada," which is about 1km from the center of Yamanaka Onsen town, we offer a "lacquer painting experience" where you can draw a picture with lacquer. Whether you are a beginner or a child, you can easily enjoy the painting experience! In this plan, you can freely draw letters and designs on the finished lacquer chopsticks with 5 colors of natural lacquer. It is also recommended as a present for your loved ones. In addition, in the store that is easy to enter, we have everything from affordable lacquerware to full-fledged lacquerware. The view of the countryside from the store is superb and has been very well received by customers. Please visit us when you come to Yamanaka Onsen. How about creating your own original work by drawing a picture with lacquer on lacquer chopsticks to commemorate your trip to Yamanaka Onsen?

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 19:00

We will visit “Kobo Daishi aka Kukai” in Okunoin graveyard between early dinner and bedtime. Licensed guides who can speak English take you the enjoyable tour.You will see a mystical Okunoin which is totally different from the daytime.

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• Age 7～Age 100
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00

A small workshop located 4.8km east of Himeji Castle, a 15-minute drive away. How about a pottery experience between sightseeing? It is a plan of 2 hours experience time. In the pottery experience, you can make general tableware (tea bowls, vases, dishes etc.). It is an electric kiln that uses Bizen ware clay or clay blended with Bizen ware clay and red soil. The baked color will be ashes (hidden) or strawberry (hidasaki).

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• In Door Activity

• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

Confine the small shellfish and beach glass of various colors and shapes collected in the famous sand beach "Tochihiki beach" in a tube. Experience time is only 15 minutes, and we make only one kaleidoscope to make with "gift from the sea". Every time you look at the finished kaleidoscope, you will be able to revitalize the beautiful beaches and sounds of Tohikihama, and the memories of your trip.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 120
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00

Would you like to try making a traditional onigawara? I have made and restored many onigawara, so I will teach you individually. The size is about the size of a CD case. Time is about 2.5 hours. The time to complete varies depending on the person. It is about 2 to 2.5 hours. Once it is completed, your name and the year of production will be written on it with a spatula, and the experience will end. There are onigawara with open mouths and closed mouths, familiar from the Aun breathing (Aun) harmony, Agyo and Ungyo, so please make the one you like.

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• Age 13～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

An electric potter's wheel experience where you concentrate on shaping the spinning clay. Even a slight distortion can cause the shape to collapse, so it's not something you can do quickly or easily. We will provide you with the maximum support, so even beginners can feel free to try pottery. The sense of accomplishment you feel when you finish is wonderful. [Experience flow] ① When the reservation time comes, enter the store and leave your luggage. ② When you sit down, fill in the address of the destination to which the finished product will be sent. ③ Before the experience, please tell the staff "the shape and size of the vessel you want to make". ④ The experience starts. Slowly and carefully stretch the clay vertically. ⑤ Once the clay is firmly stretched thinly, you can freely create any shape you like. (The experience time is approximately 20 minutes) ⑥ Please feel free to ask us to take photos with your smartphone during the experience. ⑦ Your work will be carefully fired by the craftsmen of Zuikogama and delivered to you in one and a half to two months.

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• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00

[Knife-making workshop] Functional Japanese knives that highlight Japanese craftsmanship. Design and make your own knife in this hands-on workshop. ① History and craftsmanship of knives Explore the rich history of knife-making while learning how to sharpen with professional tools. ② Shaping Under guidance, carefully shape the blade and finish it into your desired design. ③ Carving and finishing Add a little personal touch with carving, or polish and finish. ④ Attach the handle and finish it. Attach the handle firmly to the knife to pursue a comfortable and durable fit. ⑤ Commemorative photo Take home not only the sharpened knife, but also a photo of your memories!

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• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 13:00

[Sushi Making Experience] Learn how to make nigiri sushi and rolled sushi in a fun, hands-on workshop. Experience Japan's rich food culture. ① History of sushi Time to learn the fascinating history of sushi from friendly staff ② Master the basics Learn how to make vinegared rice. ③ Making hand-rolled sushi Make your own original hand-rolled sushi using various ingredients. ④ Making nigiri sushi Prepare the vinegared rice and top with fresh and delicious ingredients. ⑤ Tasting session Taste the sushi you made yourself with soy sauce, wasabi, and fresh seasonings. We will serve sake to those who want to taste authentic sushi, and hot tea to those who don't. ⑥ Commemorative photo Take a photo of your sushi creations and the precious moment of your guests becoming chefs!

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 18:00

This plan is a plan where you can experience silver work, pottery and painting in a full course. It will be a course where you can fully enjoy making things. It will be a plan to participate in a group of two people.

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• Date Spot
• In Door Activity

• Age 6～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

Why not make a wonderful cup as a memory of your Kyoto trip? This plan is characterized by its short experience time of about 20 minutes (15 minutes for the experience + 5 minutes for writing your address and choosing the color). You can feel free to try it out to make memories between sightseeing. [Experience flow] ① When the reservation time comes, enter the store and leave your luggage. ② When you sit down, fill in the address of the destination where the finished product will be sent. ③ Before the experience, please tell the staff "the shape of the cup you want to make". ④ The experience starts. Slowly and carefully stretch the clay vertically. ⑤ Once the clay is firmly stretched thinly, make your desired shape. (Experience time is approximately 15 minutes) ⑥ Please feel free to ask us to take photos with your smartphone during the experience. ⑦ Your work will be carefully fired by the craftsmen of Zuikogama and delivered in one and a half to two months.

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• For Groups

• Age 10～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

An electric potter's wheel experience where you concentrate on shaping the spinning clay. Even a slight distortion can cause the shape to collapse, so it's not something you can do quickly or easily. We will provide you with the maximum support, so even beginners can feel free to try pottery. The sense of accomplishment you feel when you finish is wonderful. [Experience flow] ① When the reservation time comes, enter the store and leave your luggage. ② When you sit down, fill in the address of the destination to which the finished product will be sent. ③ Before the experience, please tell the staff "the shape and size of the vessel you want to make". ④ The experience starts. Slowly and carefully stretch the clay vertically. ⑤ Once the clay is firmly stretched thinly, you can freely make any shape you like. (The experience time is about 45 minutes. 2 to 4 pieces are the guideline) ⑥ Please feel free to ask us to take photos with your smartphone during the experience. ⑦ After the experience, choose two pieces to be fired (firing the third piece and beyond costs an additional 2,000 yen per piece). ⑧ Your work will be carefully fired by the craftsmen of Zuikogama and delivered to you in one and a half to two months.

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• For Groups

• Age 1～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 14:30

The seasonal scenery of Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi is a photogenic spot where the background changes depending on the season, and recently it has become a popular wedding photo spot. You can enjoy seasonal walks such as cherry blossoms in spring, fresh greenery and fireworks in summer, changing leaves in autumn, and snowy Mt. Fuji in winter. It is easily accessible by car from Tokyo, and has good transportation access as well, with buses and trains running from Shinjuku and no transfers required. This is a kimono walking plan where families, couples, and friends can take extraordinary photos and take photos of Japan's symbol Mt. Fuji and kimono. Family anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, travel anniversaries, surprise anniversaries, etc. Kimonos are prepared for children from the age of 1. Additional options other than dressing up include simple buns and rental hair accessories, so you can basically do it empty-handed! The dressing time is 5 minutes for men and 15 minutes for women. The kimono dressing venue has been moved to the 2nd floor of Fujisan Plaza, the building in front of Kawaguchiko Station. It's now a more convenient location. The address is 2nd floor, Marubun Building, 3631-2 Fujikawaguchiko Funatsu, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture. ~Flow of the day~ ① Kimono selection: Costumes come in different sizes, so please enter the size when making a reservation 3 minutes ② Dressing: Men's dressing takes 3 minutes. 15 minutes ③ Hair set if optional hair is added: A simple hair set. Japanese style hair is not accepted. 8 minutes ④Enjoy 3 hours of free time after getting ready: We will guide you to the recommended 3-hour course 3 hours ⑤Changing time 2 minutes

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• Age 6～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 05:00

We cooperated with the filming of the NTV drama "Ensemble" starring Haruna Kawaguchi and Hokuto Matsumura (SixTONES)! In this full-scale hot air balloon free flight experience, you can enjoy the spectacular view at a maximum altitude of 1000m. You can enjoy a variety of scenes, such as spending a romantic time with your loved one, making special memories with family and friends, or enjoying a luxurious time alone, on an extraordinary aerial walk. In addition, options such as drone shooting and GoPro rental are available to support you in creating special memories. In addition to the gift of a "boarding certificate", this flight experience also includes a traditional ceremony to celebrate the first flight and a champagne toast. In addition, we will prepare a snack set of waffles and non-alcoholic carbonated drinks. It will be handed to you on the ground, so you can enjoy a special moment in the sky. English support is also available, so overseas customers can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Japan. Why not take this opportunity to experience a memorable sky trip?

• Age 7～Age 75
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

At "GURAKU", we convey Japanese traditions and culture through the making of "Taiyaki", a familiar Japanese sweet that has been loved since ancient times. In the approximately 50-minute experience, each person will make six Taiyaki. (Taiyaki ingredients are not provided for preschoolers and visitors) Necessary tools and various ingredients are provided, so you can participate empty-handed. You can also bring your favorite ingredients! After making them, enjoy the freshly made, delicious Taiyaki! You can also enjoy taking photos and videos with your family and friends. Enjoy a special time with your family, lover, or friends. This experience is very popular with overseas customers! We offer a special time that can only be experienced here at "GURAKU". ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Learn about the history of Taiyaki after choosing ingredients 5 minutes ② Make the dough 10 minutes ③ Bake the Taiyaki 10 minutes ④ Taste the freshly made Taiyaki! 10 minutes *If there are more than two people, steps 2 to 4 above will be repeated multiple times *If you are late, some of the steps above will be omitted. <About clothing> ・There is a possibility that powder or fabric will get on your clothes. Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. If you need one, please bring an apron. ・Please refrain from wearing miniskirts as the store is a tatami room. We also recommend wearing socks. <About accompaniment and observation> In order to reduce congestion in the store, we do not allow free accompaniment or observation, except for preschool children and foreign language interpreters. If you are attending the experience, please pay 2,200 yen on the day as an observation fee. In addition, observers can participate in the experience and eat and drink. <About changing reservation details, etc.> ・There have been cases where emails from Activity Japan were not received. We apologize for the inconvenience, but if you do not receive a reply within 24 hours after sending a message, please call the store directly instead of sending a message. We apologize for the inconvenience, and we appreciate your cooperation.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

An introductory course that piles up pottery in a string form and creates a form of thought. You can make a wide variety of cups, teacups, figurines and anything you like. You can make it from 500g of soil (the guideline is for 1 bowl of rice bowl). The baking of the work takes about one month to one and a half months.

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

It is a pottery experience using the popular electric potter's wheel. We will carefully guide not only experienced people but also beginners. You can challenge not only everyday vessels such as teacups, bowls, and plates, but also vases! You can create up to 2 per person within the price. (+550 yen from the 3rd one.)

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• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

If you visit Hida Takayama, you're sure to see these dolls! Why not try making your own Sarubobo? It's a full-fledged experience that starts with stuffing the body with cotton and then sewing it together with needles and thread, and can be enjoyed by both children and adults. (For children, we ask that a parent or guardian help with the experience.) You can take home the Sarubobo you make in a clear drawstring bag♪ We recommend the way it walks around with the doll hanging from it, which is very cute♪

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• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 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

Make original works with an electric potter's wheel. With 500g of clay, you can make a cup or bowl.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 14～Age 99
• 5～6 hours
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30

Walk around Uji, the ancient capital of Kyoto, in a kimono. Feel free to wear a kimono and go out to tourist spots such as long-established tea shops, the Phoenix Hall of Byodo-in Temple, a World Heritage Site (World Cultural Heritage Site), and Ujikami Shrine. You are sure to find a kimono design that suits your taste. You can choose from a wide variety of new and beautiful kimonos and cute yukatas, all available for rental at a low price starting from 3,990 yen (tax included). For a limited time, we also offer a student discount plan. Our experienced dressing staff will consult with you on casual kimonos, yukatas, and popular antique kimonos. Find a kimono that suits you and enjoy a stroll around Uji with friends, parents and children, or as a couple.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 7～Age 99
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

~Experience flow~ ・Meet at the studio ・Preparation, explanation ・Start production (don't worry, we will give you a thorough lecture!) ・Disband ■ Naha handmade accessory experience! ・A short experience class to make original accessories using the gold lacquer technique! Recommended for beginners and tourists, you can participate casually! ■In this gold lacquer workshop, you can enjoy making accessories using traditional techniques. Let's make your favorite earrings, earrings and necklaces while learning the gold lacquer technique to repair broken pottery. No experience is necessary, so it's perfect for beginners and those interested in Japanese culture! The instructor will support you and help you turn the chipped parts into a unique design. By the end of the session, you will have a one-of-a-kind accessory that combines traditional and modern designs. Take it home as a wonderful memory of your trip! ・Even beginners can easily participate, and you can take the completed accessory home as your own original work! ・It can be enjoyed in a short time, so it is recommended for travelers and first-timers.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups
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• Age 4～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Make original works with an electric potter's wheel. You can make cups and bowls with 1kg of clay.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 5～Age 94
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:30 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 18:30 / 19:30

This plan is conducted in Japanese by a Japanese taiko instructor and includes an English translation guide. Wadaiko is a traditional Japanese culture that has been around for over 5,000 years, with close ties to samurai, kabuki, festivals, sumo, and more. It can be enjoyed by people of all ages, genders, nationalities, and even those with no prior experience playing an instrument. It combines elements of sport and brain training, and is used at shrines and temples as an instrument that is inhabited by gods, to ward off evil and pray for happiness, making it a perfect gift or celebration. (*Venue fees may be charged separately depending on the date, time, and number of people, so please check at the time of booking.)

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00

Kimono rental It is a kimono rental plan with Akari's dressing. It is located in the Omicho market in the center of Kanazawa and has excellent access. Ideal for couples, girls traveling, and family memories! Approximate travel time is less than an hour. Umbrellas can be rented for free on rainy days. Shooting options in stores and tourist spots are also popular. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① When you come to the store, complete the reception and choose a kimono. Coordinate kimono, obi and bag. If you get lost, the staff will give you advice. ② Dressing It is dressed by skilled staff. It takes about 20 minutes. ③ Hair set (option) A hair set by a hairdresser. Please feel free to contact us if you have a desired hairstyle. ④ When you are ready to go out, make payment and go out. Please enjoy the town of Kanazawa slowly. ⑤ Please return by 17:30 on the day of return.

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• Age 7～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 00:00 / 10:30 / 13:30 / 15:00 / 17:45 / 19:00

We offer Shinobue experiences for 1 to 100 people, from 7 to 80 years old, all over the world.・You can enjoy it according to your style, such as families, couples, couples, friends, etc. ・You can use it in conjunction with sightseeing in Tokyo such as Ueno, Asakusa, Sky Tree, Akihabara, etc. ・Perfect for corporate training programs and teambuilding! !・Schools Can also be used as teaching materials for extracurricular learning at educational institutions and traditional Japanese culture experience programs. - Shinobue is especially popular among Japanese people because it is easy to take home, but the Shinobue is lightweight and can fit into an A4 size bag, making it a great choice as a souvenir! ! Please also use it for inbound foreigners!!

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 9～Age 85
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30 / 15:00 / 18:00 / 19:30

We perform and inherit activities in the field of Japanese drum and shamisen music and art with the aim of contributing to society. Tokyo Enjoy sightseeing, family, lovers, friends, group company company training, school school trip memories, and Japanese traditional culture. Please feel free to join us ♪

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 18～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30

Kaga Yuzen, a traditional craft of Kanazawa, is loved by women who like kimono because of its fine patterns and deep colors. As a kimono store that has been in business for over 90 years, Akari has a large selection of carefully selected Kaga Yuzen, from traditional classical patterns centered on fine and live-action five-colored flower patterns to modern and stylish small patterns. You can rent it at a very reasonable price. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① When you come to the store, complete the reception and choose a kimono. Coordinate kimono, obi and bag. If you get lost, the staff will give you advice. ② Dressing It is dressed by skilled staff. It takes about 20 minutes. ③ Hair set (option) This is a hair set by a hairdresser. Please feel free to contact us if you have a desired hairstyle. ④ When you are ready to go out, make payment and go out. Please enjoy the town of Kanazawa slowly. ⑤ Return Please return within 3 hours of going out.

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• Age 7～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

The Daigokuden has been restored to its large appearance in the capital of Nara Year and the ruins of the central palace [Heijo Palace]. If you go northwest from the Taikyokuden, you will find "Cafe Kyoan". Experience the tea ceremony here and explore the various tea rooms. First of all, decide the seating order of the customer. If there are four people, it will be a regular customer, a second customer, a third customer, and a last customer. When you enter the tea room, you will be given a signal by a gong. After that, you will enter the room after cleaning your hands and mouth with the Tsukubai in front of the tea room. The entrance of the tea room is less than 1m square! Enter one by one from the regular customer to the last customer through the entrance (small rectangular entrance). The tea room is a different space. First, you will see (appreciate) tea utensils (everything has a name and meaning) such as hanging scrolls, and then sit down at your own seat. The owner (the person who makes tea according to the fixed method <pointing>) comes into the tea room with tools. The tea party is about to begin! During the tea ceremony, the instructor will teach you how to do it in the tea room. At the end of the ceremony, there is a <seeing> of the light tea bowl (Natsume) and chashaku (Chashaku) used by the host. You will be asked to place the tools in front of you in order from the regular customers. The way of <seeing> is surprisingly careful to handle the tools! This may also be my first experience. Let's listen to the "sound" in the tea room! The sound of boiling water, the sound of pouring and rinsing the cassotte and chasen water, and the indescribable impression! At the end of the tea ceremony, as well as when entering the room, after seeing the tools in the tea room, we will leave from the regular customers through the entrance. I'm used to returning home, so it may be easier to get out! Thank you for your hard work! Originally, it is not possible to take pictures in the tea room, but there is a shooting time after the end. There is no doubt that it will look good on Instagram, as it is in front of you, as a customer!

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• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

This is a course where you can participate as a customer in a tea ceremony in which the owner of this hermit is in a full-scale tea room. Enjoy the tea party while watching the gift! You can fully learn the basic manners such as walking in the tea room and drinking tea ♪

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• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

This is a course where you can participate as a customer in a tea ceremony in which the owner of this hermit is in a full-scale tea room. Enjoy the tea party while watching the gift! You can fully learn the basic manners such as walking in the tea room and drinking tea ♪

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• In Door Activity

• Age 13～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

In this course, you can create cute hair ornaments, brooches, earrings, straps and other accessories using Mizuhiki. Even beginners can make at least one, and if you enjoy making things, you can make two. You can make a variety of shapes from a single string, so I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Why not add a one-of-a-kind cute decoration that you made yourself? It also makes a great gift.

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• Spring Campaign Sale 2025