Hobby / Cultural experience in Japan Page 7

• Age 3～Age 99
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00

Recommended for repeat visitors! Take a stroll through the Yanbaru forest with a local grandmother who is an expert in searching for wild plants! Make delicious and healthy medicinal porridge using freshly picked wild plants. Enjoy it with tea made from infused wild plants♪ ~Experience process~ ① Meet in front of the Izumi Ward Community Center (Motobu Town) (10:00) ② Go to the Yanbaru forest with the grandmother ③ Take home the picked wild plants and try making medicinal porridge with the grandmother! ④ Lunchtime over freshly cooked food♪ ⑤ End (scheduled for around 13:00) *The required time is approximately 3 hours.

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 99
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00

Recommended for repeat visitors! Harvest fresh vegetables grown in a regenerated organic field with a local grandfather! Use the harvested vegetables to make traditional Okinawan home cooking handed down from ancient times with a local grandmother♪ ~Experience flow~ ① Meet in front of the gates of the former Sakimotobu Elementary School (Motobu Town) (10:00) ② Walk to the organic farm with the grandfather, an expert in organic vegetable growing ③ Harvest seasonal vegetables while listening to the grandfather's explanation ④ Cook with a local grandmother using the harvested vegetables ⑤ Lunchtime with freshly cooked food♪ ⑥ End (scheduled to be around 13:00) *The required time is about 3 hours.

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 20～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 17:00

This plan includes only the kimono and dressing. Recommended for those who want to wear their favorite accessories. A kimono professional will dress you, so there's no need to worry about your kimono coming undone! Why not put on a kimono and stroll through Iroha Yokocho on an autumn evening while enjoying a drink? We have a wide selection of kimonos, from fashionable original kimonos created by designer Rika Yanagiya to antique, pop, and traditional kimonos. For couples, we also have matching kimonos available! Please bring your favorite footwear and bag, or comfortable mules. We can also buy your rental kimono upon request. Prices vary depending on the yukata, so please feel free to contact us if you are interested. ■Rental times 17:00-21:00

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

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

This plan allows you to coordinate your kimono completely, including the kimono, dressing, obi, sandals, and accessory case. Recommended for those who want everything you need. A kimono professional will dress you, so you don't have to worry about your kimono coming undone! We have a wide selection of kimonos, from fashionable original kimonos created by designer Rika Yanagiya to antique, pop, and traditional kimonos. For couples, we also have matching kimonos available! ■Return time: Until 17:00

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

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

This plan includes kimono rental and dressing only. Recommended for those who want to bring their own favorite accessories. A kimono professional will dress you, so there's no need to worry about the kimono coming undone! We have a wide selection of kimonos, from fashionable original kimonos created by designer Rika Yanagiya to antique, pop, and traditional kimonos. For couples, we also have matching kimonos available! Please bring your favorite footwear and bag, or comfortable mules. *Footwear, bags, and other accessories can be rented as an option. ■Return time: Until 5:00 p.m.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 16～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Let's go to battle in authentic armor (made of iron)! This is the only place in Japan where you can go to Matsumoto Castle wearing armor.It's a valuable experience, so you can enjoy it to your heart's content until it closes. Let's go to Matsumoto Castle! !

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 7～Age 65
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours

We will give private martial arts lessons tailored to the participants!

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 100
• 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 / 16:30 / 17:00 / 17:30 / 18:00 / 18:30 / 19:00

Our ancestors were shinobi samurai who started to serve Tokugawa Ieyasu (the first shogun of the Tokugawa Shogunate) in 1582. The clan served the shogunate for 265 years. In 1868, the clan declined the invitation from the Meiji Government and became independent. We are the only lasting shinobi clan in Japan. We invite you to come to our clan dojo where real master practitioner and professional interpreters take charge of all workshops and seminars. This is good for people who want to get a deeper insight into our ninja and samurai cultures . We still handcraft our tools and weapons. Feel free to ask any questions as we have kept our shinobi samurai tradition for over 450 years.Our ancestors trained locals and their servants to be shinobi.(Ninja is a new word used in movies. Shinobi is the word which was commonly used in the feudal times,)The term "shinobi samurai" is not well-known, but you can be one of the few who knows the history and shinobi philosophy and mindsets. The shinobi samurai trained ninjas and lead ninjas as their mastermind.You will wear a ninja outfit to learn ninja techniques and learn samurai sword techniques and manners in samurai garb.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 15～Age 70
• 1～2 hours /3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Oiran transformation experience plan supervised by Ukon Takafuji, the second generation of the creative Japanese dance Takafuji school, who is also active as a female role on the world stage. Mari Sakura Takafuji, master of the Takafuji school, transforms you into a wonderful female role. In addition to full-fledged costumes, we will help you create your work from the first meeting to shooting in a private space that requires a reservation only. Flow of the day ① Entering the store ② Meeting (explanation of shooting content and flow) ③ Costume selection ④ Make-up

• With Pets
• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 99
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

It is a tea ceremony experience wearing a kimono in Miyajima. After seeing the "front" where the teacher turns on tea, learn how to make the tea as a customer, and then turn on the matcha yourself. This plan will speak in Japanese. Enjoy extraordinary trips with your family, couples, and friends.

• In Door Activity

• Age 8～Age 13
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Why don't you take a walk around Matsumoto in armor? Make sure to make memories of your trip! Your child will surely love it. There is a photo booth in the shop, so you can take a commemorative photo! ★A kimono one-day passport will be given to those who reserve the armor★ 40 stores such as miscellaneous goods, izakaya, and cafes! *Some stores are closed depending on the date of application. Please note. Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Please enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of attractions such as castle towns that retain their old-fashioned atmosphere. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 16～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Why don't you take a walk around Matsumoto in armor? It is sure to stand out. There is a photo booth in the shop, so you can take a commemorative photo! ★A kimono one-day passport will be given to those who reserve the armor★ 40 stores such as miscellaneous goods, izakaya, and cafes! *Some stores are closed depending on the date of application. Please note. Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Please enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of attractions such as castle towns that retain their old-fashioned atmosphere. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

You will learn our dojo etiquette, how to walk and stand properly using bokken (wooden sword).At the end of the session, you'll throw boshuriken (our clan's stick-type shuriken)Program1. Opening ceremony & wearing a samurai attire: 10min2. Explanation of tools and weapons: 10min3. How to appreciate and handle a sword: 15min4. Long sword techniques: 20min5. Q & A6. Photo session: 5min

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 16:00 / 18:00

You will start with meditation in ninja outfit and learn 5 entry level techniques with our ninja instructor. Our English interpreter is available in all sessions. The basic principles of the Ninshido (shinobi-samurai philosophy) is introduced in a dynamic and mindful way. Program 1. Opening Ceremony & wearing a ninja outfit 2. Introduction to weaponry 3. Experience Stealth Steps 4. Short sword techniques 5. Shuriken Ninja Star 6. Blowgun and Kujikiri 7. Photo session

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 16～Age 99
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

This is an experience plan where you can touch a Japanese sword in a real martial arts dojo and learn martial arts. You can participate with peace of mind as you will be safely and carefully instructed by a qualified practitioner of the Yushin-ryu sword technique of the Koryu Iaido Dojo. The "Armored Warrior/Warrior" course will be an experience in which you will wear the martial arts uniform provided by our facility. (For women, we also have feminine kimonos like the one in the photo♪) You will wear our "armor". We also have a "tachi" sword for the armor, which will make your photos and videos look even better! If you wish, you can practice swinging and test cutting while wearing the "armor". You will experience the "swordsmanship", "iaido", "standing and maneuvering" and "test cutting" of the Yushin-ryu sword technique. Please enjoy the real SAMURAI that you can never experience anywhere else! <Experience on the day of the plan> ・Greetings (brief self-introduction), instruction on points to note during the experience, etc. ・Samurai altar greeting ・Bending and stretching exercises ・Instruction on proper manners ⇨ Watch the head of the family demonstrate his kata ⇨ Watch a high-ranking swordsman perform straw cutting ・Experience wearing armor ・Match experience with a high-ranking swordman *The match experience is a 3-minute mock battle while wearing armor ・Experience caring for a real sword ・Finally, a trip to the sword shop to view the swords Total time: approximately 60-80 minutes

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

It is a plan where you can wear a kimono and experience the tea ceremony and calligraphy.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 12～Age 55
• 1～2 hours

By practicing the basic training repeatedly, you will be able to use your body efficiently. You will learn self-defense that does not rely on power by acquiring atemi and submissions.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 75
• 1～2 hours

Introducing real technology that is not entertainment! Acquire basic knowledge such as samurai, ninja, and various weapon techniques. You can learn swordsmanship, jujutsu, shuriken, blowgun, etc.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 75
• 1～2 hours

Introducing real technology that is not entertainment! Acquire basic knowledge such as samurai, ninja, and various weapon techniques. You can learn swordsmanship, jujutsu, shuriken, blowgun, etc.

• For Rainy Days
• Recommendation for Foreigner
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Very popular with children! Of course, adults are also welcome♪Why don't you take a walk around Matsumoto dressed as a ninja? It is sure to stand out. There is a photo booth in the shop, so you can take a commemorative photo! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Please enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of attractions such as castle towns that retain their old-fashioned atmosphere. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 19:30

“Yu Kobo” has 6 schools in Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka and Fukuoka. Our bright and friendly professional staff will help you at your own pace. ☆ It is a casual course where you can create works in a 60-minute lesson. ☆ A one-day experience that you can choose from the board-making bean plate course and the cat chopstick rest painting course.・Mamezara course for plate making One piece of mamezara with a diameter of about 10 cm is produced. White makeup and iron painting are available.・Cat chopstick rest painting course You can freely paint two cat-shaped unglazed fabrics. ☆The completed work will be handed over about a month to a month and a half after the experience date. ☆If you have any concerns about the work, please feel free to contact us.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

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

"Yu Kobo" opens 6 classrooms in Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka and Fukuoka. Bright and friendly professional staff will help you together according to the speed of each person. ☆ This is a course where you can create a work in a 60-minute lesson. ☆ Handmade one plate with a diameter of about 14 to 15 cm. Handmade dishes that can be used to separate side dishes and serve sweets and cakes ♪ You can enjoy home-cooked rice with the bowls you made. You can choose the glaze color from three types: earth ash glaze, celadon glaze, and Kiseto glaze. Design freely with white makeup, iron painting, and nail carving ☆ You can also engrave your favorite characters ♪ ☆ The completed work will be handed over about one month to one and a half months after the experience date. ☆ If you have any concerns about the production of your work, please feel free to contact us.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

One unit of twisting is 1 kilogram of clay. One unit of potter's wheel is 2 kilograms of clay. You can make about 2 pieces with 1 kilogram. For potter's wheel, it's about 4 pieces. It takes 2 to 3 hours. Many people feel that the time passes in a flash. It takes at least three months to fire the pottery and send it to you cash on delivery.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 8～Age 80
• 1～2 hours

Even beginners can enjoy weaving. Start by selecting the thread first. It's hard to get used to, but once you get used to it, you can weave with good rhythm. You can weave your favorite thread within 10 cm and take the woven thread home with you. You can decorate it as it is or use it as a vase.

• In Door Activity

• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours

You can feel free to experience mud dyeing, one of the processes of authentic Amami Oshima Tsumugi. We have T-shirts, shawls, eco bags, and handkerchiefs, so please come empty-handed. If you wish, we can change to the indigo dyeing experience. Please avoid white clothes as much as possible and wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.

• In Door Activity

• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

It is a plan that you can take pictures as much as you want in the facility by wearing the authentic Amami Oshima Tsumugi from the top of your clothes. We rent tripods and selfie sticks, so we can accommodate from one person to a group. We have a wide range of products for men, kids and babies, so please take a commemorative photo.

• In Door Activity
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

We will serve you mainly with sweets and dark tea in the tea room. Enjoy a quiet and relaxing moment with a full-fledged dark tea. One person can participate, but two people more Then it becomes cheap. Time required Takes 45 minutes to 120 minutes.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 10～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Experience Buddhism at Ryusenji Temple. Learn about Buddhist teachings while worshiping rare Buddhist statues. You can unify your mind by copying sutras. (You can also meditate instead of copying sutras) You can make a bracelet with your own prayer beads. Take it home as a souvenir. ~Experience flow~9:00 Experience Buddhism Information about the history and traditions of Ryusenji Temple9:15 Visit to the Buddha statue Visit cultural assets and rare Buddha statues10:15 Sutra copying experience Copy the Heart Sutra using a brush and ink. Take a break after finishing (approximately 15 minutes)11:00 Making a prayer beads bracelet Make your own bracelet from prayer beads. Each bead has a prayer meaning, and you can choose your own. ~12:00 Question response We will answer any questions you may have or would like to ask.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

This is an activity where you can wear a kimono and take photos at great spots in Asakusa. We will take you to not only Kaminarimon and Sensoji Temple, but also hidden spots that only photographers know about, making it a perfect place to take photos! The photographer is fluent in English, so feel free to ask any questions you have! The photographer will introduce you to kimono rental shops that can speak foreign languages. You can also eat while you're taking photos! You can eat delicious food that is unique to Asakusa, and we'll take photos of you enjoying eating!

• In Door Activity

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00

A very popular traditional bento served at tea parties that has been passed down for about 100 years. Bento is a menu that has been passed down at Tomidaya for 100 years. A tour of the townhouse, which is a cultural property, is also included. We will show you around the 140-year-old townhouse "Tomitaya" in Nishijin, Kyoto. Tomidaya was designated as a nationally registered tangible cultural property in 1999, and as a ``Museum of Nishijin Life'', the building is open to the public and the customs of Nishijin, Kyoto are introduced. Machiya life has been shaped by unchanging prayers, wishes, and gratitude since ancient times. Tomidaya started out as a production wholesaler in Nishijin about 140 years ago. This building is built by mixing charcoal into the land and closing the demon gate with amulets and salt, and enshrines Kojin (the god of fire), Benten (the god of water), and Yaoyorozu gods. Masu. In addition, there is a treasure trove where the spirit of gratitude that the 11th generation received when he jumped into the fire and saved the deity during the great fire at Ise Jingu in the Meiji period is enshrined, and is used in daily life. We are here to show you the spirit of hospitality that lives on in the past, the spirit of valuing God, and the way people have lived through generations, such as drinking tea, dancing Noh, and valuing culture.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family