Hobby / Cultural experience in Japan Page 22

• Age 0～Age 80
• Within 1 hour

Ueno's boats will guide you to Kuzuryu Shrine, one of the most talked-about power spots in the Kanto region, known as the "God of Matchmaking." Kuzuryu Shrine (Hongu) can only be reached by foot, which takes about 30 minutes from Kojiri, but by using our boats you can arrive in just 5 minutes. You can enjoy a mystical experience smoothly and comfortably. In addition to transportation to Kuzuryu Shrine, Ueno also offers a variety of activities, such as fishing and sightseeing in the surrounding area, where you can fully enjoy the beautiful nature of Lake Ashi. Ueno will deliver a special moment to you.

• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 10:30 / 11:30 / 12:30 / 13:30 / 14:30 / 15:30

Enjoy the elegant kimono culture and matcha experience in Asakusa. Immerse yourself in the elegant kimono culture and traditions of Asakusa, Tokyo's oldest district. Choose from a variety of kimono styles and, as an added option, enjoy a professional photo shoot in the beautiful backstreets near the iconic Sensoji Temple. Upgrades such as furisode, houmongi, crested hakama, and lace kimono can be made on the day on site, so please ask our staff. You will also enjoy the unique taste of matcha, a Japanese green tea, and learn the correct way to drink it according to the Japanese tea ceremony tradition. Visit Kimono Rental Shop Yui, a 4-minute walk from Asakusa Station and a 2-minute walk from Kaminarimon. Choose from a wide range of kimonos and summer yukatas suitable for various occasions. Once you're dressed, our staff will provide you with a hairstyle and colorful accessories that suit you. Footwear (Japanese wooden sandals, geta) and a traditional handbag complete the dressing experience. Kimono Rental Shop Yui offers a wide range of kimonos, from easy-to-wear light kimonos for walking around the city to traditionally made silk kimonos for formal occasions. The experience will be complemented by a short lesson on how to drink matcha tea according to Japanese tradition. For the rest of the day, feel free to wander the beautiful streets of the Asakusa district at your own pace until 5:30 PM, when you will return your kimono. If you choose the photo shoot option, a professional photographer will accompany you and show you the most photogenic spots around Sensoji Temple and the Sumida River. The session will last 60 minutes, and your photos will be sent to you for editing and download within a week.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Family

• Age 3～Age 100
• 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

It would be a waste to just take a selfie in your yukata, so let's capture the best photo of your gorgeous yukata! A photographer will accompany you on your walk and take plenty of photos of you in your beautiful yukata, so you can take lots of photos with compositions other than just selfies, and photos of you blending into the city in your kimono! [Location Photo Plan] -------- 1 hour, 50 shots, 30,800 yen including tax (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays + 5,500 yen including tax) -------- Walking around the city in a yukata with a photographer is not something you can experience many times in your life. This price and quality is possible only with Kimono Rental VASARA! A day with the best photos and memories! The photos taken will be adjusted in color and delivered by data mail in about a week. *Retouching such as skin processing and face slimming will not be performed. Additional cut options 10 cuts ￥3,300 (tax included) 30 cuts ￥5,500 (tax included) There is no additional charge for shooting up to 2 people. If you are making a reservation for two people, please make a reservation for one person for the "Location Shooting Plan" and "Women's Kimono" or "Men's Kimono". [Kimono Rental and Dressing] With VASARA's rental kimono, dressing and hair styling are also included, so you can come empty-handed! You can choose from a variety of patterns for each kimono plan. There is a wide variety of sandals and obi, so you can enjoy total coordination. After choosing a kimono and dressing and hair styling, enjoy walking around the city. Of course, even after the photo shoot, you can enjoy walking around the city in your Japanese attire until the return time. *The fee includes the shooting fee (30,800 yen including tax * Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays + 5,500 yen including tax) and the yukata rental and dressing fee (women's standard yukata 3,630 yen including tax). By making a reservation with this plan, you can enjoy all of the yukata rental, dressing, and photo shoot. *If you arrive late to the reservation time, the shooting time cannot be changed or extended. *After delivery, we cannot accept artistic complaints, requests for reshooting, or requests for refunds. Thank you for your understanding. *If you wish to extend the shooting time, we may not be able to accept it due to the photographer's schedule. *You cannot specify the photographer. *We will select the most suitable photos to deliver. Photos cannot be changed. Thank you for your understanding. *We do not perform retouching such as skin processing or face slimming. *About returning the item ・Rental on the day is available until 17:30. ・If you return the item between 17:30 and 18:00, a late fee of 1,100 yen (tax included) will be charged per person. *Extended stays will be available until 17:30 the next day for 2,200 yen (tax included) per person.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• 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 / 17:00

It would be a waste to just take a selfie in your yukata, so let's capture the best photo of your gorgeous yukata! A photographer will accompany you on your walk and take plenty of photos of you in your beautiful yukata, so you can take lots of photos with compositions other than just selfies, and photos of you blending into the city in your kimono! [Location Photo Plan] -------- 1 hour, 50 shots, 27,500 yen including tax (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays + 5,500 yen including tax) -------- Walking around the city in a yukata with a photographer is not something you can experience many times in your life. This price and quality is possible only with Kimono Rental VASARA! A day with the best photos and memories! The photos taken will be adjusted in color and delivered by data mail in about a week. *Retouching such as skin processing and face slimming will not be performed. Additional cut options 10 cuts ¥3,300 (tax included) 30 cuts ¥5,500 (tax included) There is no additional charge for shooting up to 2 people. If you are making a reservation for two people, please make a reservation for one person for the "Location Shooting Plan" and "Women's Kimono" or "Men's Kimono". [Kimono Rental and Dressing] With VASARA's rental kimono, dressing and hair styling are also included, so you can come empty-handed! You can choose from a variety of patterns for each kimono plan. There is a wide variety of sandals and obi, so you can enjoy total coordination. After choosing a kimono and dressing and hair styling, enjoy walking around the city. Of course, even after the photo shoot, you can enjoy walking around the city in your Japanese attire until the return time. *The fee includes the shooting fee (27,500 yen including tax * Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays + 5,500 yen including tax) and the yukata rental and dressing fee (women's standard yukata 3,630 yen including tax). By making a reservation with this plan, you can enjoy all of the yukata rental, dressing, and photo shoot. *If you arrive late to the reservation time, the shooting time cannot be changed or extended. *After delivery, we cannot accept artistic complaints, requests for reshooting, or requests for refunds. Thank you for your understanding. *If you wish to extend the shooting time, we may not be able to accept it due to the photographer's schedule. *You cannot specify the photographer. *We will select the most suitable photos to deliver. Photos cannot be changed. Thank you for your understanding. *We do not perform retouching such as skin processing or face slimming. *About returning the item ・Rental on the day is available until 17:30. ・If you return the item between 17:30 and 18:00, a late fee of 1,100 yen (tax included) will be charged per person. *Extended stays will be available until 17:30 the next day for 2,200 yen (tax included) per person.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00

Recommended before sightseeing! You can experience playing the sanshin and wearing Ryukyu clothing in just 60 minutes.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 12:00 / 13:30 / 15:00 / 16:30 / 18:00

We offer experiential lessons to learn how to play the traditional Japanese instrument, the Koto. You can play a complete piece within 90 min session. All lessons will be conducted in English.〜Flow of the day〜18:00 Greetings/Class IntroductionThe instructor will give greetings and explain the lesson content.18:10 Brief Koto Lecture & Video Watching18:15 Lesson ProperParticipants will learn about posture when playing the koto, the history of the koto, how to tune it, explanations of each part, and how to read music scores.19:00 Playing SakuraThe lesson will focus on learning to play the famous song 'Sakura' on the koto.

• 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

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 2～Age 60
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

It's a 3-minute walk from Sensoji Temple, making it convenient for strolling around, and we have about 1,000 high-quality kimonos and yukatas available. In addition to hairstyles, we also provide accessories and selfie props for free, so you can experience authentic Japanese culture empty-handed. There are many professional photographers on staff, so you can take professionally beautiful photos. ~Flow of the experience~ ① Arrive at the reservation time Please come to the store at the reservation time. If you are late, priority will be given to other customers. If it is crowded, we may not be able to provide it. please note. ② Select a kimono Select your favorite kimono. Our experienced staff will also be happy to assist you. You can upgrade at any time by paying the difference in store. ③ A professional kimono dresser and hairdresser will help you get dressed and have your hair styled beautifully. It takes about 30 minutes. ④ Once you're done, head out to Sensoji Temple, which is a 3-minute walk away. Of course, we will provide photo props such as fans and Japanese umbrellas free of charge. ⑤Return Please return by 5pm.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• 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 7～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00

初心者の方からベテランの方まで幅広く大歓迎！ 少人数の焼き物作り体験ができます。 当プランでは、手のひらサイズのかわいいお地蔵さんを作っていただきます。 作ることの楽しさをぜひ体感してください！! 焼き上がり後は、作品を取りに来て頂くか、発送させて頂きます(運送費別途)。 座敷わらしのいる郷の工房の店内では、焼き物暦は約30年の店主の作品をはじめとして、窯仲間の作品を展示販売しています。 あまりよそにはないようなものが多くあります。 小布施の隣の中野市東山に、薪の窯（穴窯）を有していて,　年に2回（6月・12月）に焚きます。 窯を焚いている間は、自由に見学ができます。

• For Rainy Days

• 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 0～Age 99
• Within 1 hour

★ ☆ ~ We will help you make memories with your motto of safety first ~ ~ ★

• With Pets
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 99
• Within 1 hour

★ ☆ ~ We will help you make memories with your motto of safety first ~ ~ ★

• With Pets
• For Family

• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

This plan can only be used for school trips and experiential learning. With this plan, customers can choose their favorite kimono or yukata! ! Our staff will help you get dressed, so even first-timers can feel at ease. You can leisurely explore the sights in Japanese clothes until the return time at 5:30pm. The rental fee includes everything you need to get dressed, so you can come empty-handed. Make-up, hair accessories, and accessory rentals are also available as an option. ★With the desire to convey the joy of wearing a kimono to as many people as possible, our store accepts students on school trips and universities to learn about Japanese culture, gives lectures, and solicits papers on kimono research. Please experience Japanese culture through kimono/yukata rental. *Please see the "Other special notes" section for our store's new coronavirus infection prevention measures. *Pregnant women are not permitted to use this service.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

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

箱根初！”お手軽・簡単”特別感をプラスして着物で観光やデートをしてみませんか？ こちらは着物に必要なものが全部セットになったお得なプラン。 着物を着てみたい・お手軽に着物の魅力を体験したいというお客様におすすめのプランです。 （～１７：００までにご返却ください）

• Date Spot

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00

初心者の方からベテランの方まで幅広く大歓迎！ 少人数の焼き物作り体験ができます。 当プランでは、手のひらサイズのかわいいペットを作っていただきます。 作ることの楽しさをぜひ体感してください！ 焼き上がり後は、作品を取りに来て頂くか、発送させて頂きます(運送費別途)。 座敷わらしのいる郷の工房の店内では、焼き物暦は約30年の店主の作品をはじめとして、窯仲間の作品を展示販売しています。 あまりよそにはないようなものが多くあります。 小布施の隣の中野市東山に、薪の窯（穴窯）を有していて,　年に2回（6月・12月）に焚きます。 窯を焚いている間は、自由に見学ができます。

• For Rainy Days

• Age 5～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Wear a hakama and walk around Matsumoto! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a hakama and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights, such as the castle town that retains the atmosphere of the old days. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days

• Age 5～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Wear a hakama and walk around Matsumoto! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a hakama and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights, such as the castle town that retains the atmosphere of the old days. After rental, it is possible to return it by mail on the same day. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days

• Age 5～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Wear a hakama and walk around Matsumoto! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a hakama and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights, such as the castle town that retains the atmosphere of the old days. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days

• Age 15～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Wear a hakama and walk around Matsumoto! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a hakama and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights, such as the castle town that retains the atmosphere of the old days. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days

• Age 15～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Wear a hakama and walk around Matsumoto! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a hakama and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights, such as the castle town that retains the atmosphere of the old days. After rental, it is possible to return it by mail on the same day. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days

• Age 15～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Wear a hakama and walk around Matsumoto! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a hakama and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights, such as the castle town that retains the atmosphere of the old days. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days

• 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 10～Age 100
• 2～3 hours /Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Let's walk around Matsumoto in a manly men's kimono! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a kimono and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights such as the castle town that retains the old-fashioned atmosphere. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

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

Walk around Matsumoto in a manly men's kimono! Matsumoto is home to the national treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Enjoy Matsumoto in a kimono, which is full of attractions such as the castle town that retains its old-fashioned atmosphere. After rental, you can return it by mail on the same day★ (Postage costs are at your expense). You can return it at the front desk of a hotel in Matsumoto city (please tell the staff). We can store your luggage. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

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

Let's walk around Matsumoto in a manly men's kimono! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a kimono and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights such as the castle town that retains the old-fashioned atmosphere. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 15～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Let's walk around Matsumoto in kimono as a couple! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a kimono and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights such as the castle town that retains the old-fashioned atmosphere. After rental, it is possible to return it by mail on the same day. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Date Spot
• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days