Hobby / Cultural experience in Japan Page 13

• Age 0～
• 1～2 hours

Do you not experience the good old traditional beauty and Bizen pottery with a dream phantom? This is a natural, earth-to-flame meeting, a rustic, hand-made grilled pottery that is felt by the fusion of clay and flame, which is a natural, earth-and-flame meeting. You can enjoy full-fledged creations from the ground twist of the first person by freely using the full-fledged pottery facility in the vast site surrounded by rich nature. Small Number of participants We look forward to using it from groups of people to groups.

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• Age 4～
• 1～2 hours

Why do not you experience the good old tradition Bizen ware at Mugen-an Bizen ware workshop ♪ Bizen ware is a rustic and handmade warmth created by the fusion of the earth and fire, which is a natural combination of carefully baking high-quality clay without glaze. In the vast site surrounded by the rich nature, you can freely use the substantial pottery equipment and enjoy from the twist of the first time to full-scale creation. Small Number of participants We will wait for the use of a group of up to organizations like.

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• Age 12～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

☆★Available long-sleeved kimono plan is now available★☆ This is VASARA's standard long-sleeved kimono rental plan that allows you to enjoy your special day in a more glamorous way. The regular price 49,390 yen (tax included) plan is now 18,590 yen (tax included)! Please enjoy the experience of creating the area around the obi and more advanced kimono because it is a furisode. This plan includes kimono rental, dressing, and hair styling services. Would you like to make your important day look gorgeous with a glossy long-sleeved kimono? ～Flow of the day～①Visiting the store/Reception②Choosing a kimono③Dressing/hair setting④Going out⑤Returning

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• Age 18～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

~Shinjuku Kickboxing Experience~.Foreign tourists are welcome.Kickboxing is a great way to get a refreshing workout while traveling.Inexperienced and beginners are also welcome.We are open from 19:00 to 29:00.Kickboxing is a sport that combines kicking Physical exercise is also an effective way to relieve stress and is gaining popularity as a choice for a healthy lifestyle, both physically and mentally. ~Shinjuku kickboxing experience~ Foreign tourists are also welcome. You can get rid of lack of exercise by kickboxing while traveling. Even inexperienced people and beginners can use it with confidence. Open from 19:00 to 29:00.

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• Age 8～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

Located near Kenrokuen Garden in Kanazawa City, this temple was built by calligrapher Kitagata Shinsen, and you can spend some time clearing your mind. Enjoy a special experience away from your daily routine in our calligraphy art workshop that incorporates mindfulness. In addition to Buddhist and matcha experiences, we also offer options that combine mindfulness meditation.

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• Age 18～Age 80
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

"Mizuhiki" is a decorative string used for gift envelopes and gifts. It is a traditional Japanese craft that is processed by coloring and winding kinshi. Recently, it has been arranged into Japanese modern accessories and interior goods. In this course, you will learn the basic awaji knot and plum knot, and combine it with your favorite Japanese paper to make an original bag.

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• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 18:00 / 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.

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• Age 10～Age 75
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• 10:00 / 11:10 / 11:15 / 13:15 / 13:30 / 14:30 / 14:40 / 15:45 / 15:50 / 17:00

You can experience a simulated archery experience at a mini archery range where the distance to the target is shorter than the usual 28m. From children over 10 years old to adults, even those with no experience can experience the fun, excitement, exhilaration, and difficulty of the traditional Japanese martial art of archery. There are no other places nationwide where you can easily experience archery, so it is a rare experience. You can shoot about 60 arrows. The sight of you putting on the archery uniform and shooting arrows will make for great social media posts and a great memory of your trip. It is located 15 minutes on foot from the Atomic Bomb Dome and has good access to the commercial facilities on the grounds of Hiroshima Castle. ~Schedule for the day~ 1. Put on the archery uniform and hakama 2. Put on the equipment, explanation and demonstration of the steps 3. Shooting experience 4. Commemorative photo, putting on and taking off the archery uniform and equipment, and receiving an original sticker

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• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

It is said that "Japan's last clear stream"Shimanto The river Houseboat It is a plan to go sightseeing sightseeing. As it is a regular flight that departs every hour, it is the best for those who want to enjoy casually, such as few groups, couples and couples, and single use. We can participate from 3 years old and are popular with family. Shimanto Conversation with other passengers who got on in the beautiful scenery of the river may brisk. Please spend a moment to become a memory of the trip.

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• Date Spot
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• Age 7～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

In 1990 I moved to Kutchan from the foot of Mt. Yotei from Kyoto. While my father, older brother, older sister convey the tradition of Keiyaki called pottery, I feel the new winds of Hokkaido every day while dressing. Because I use my former schoolhouse as an atelier and gallery experience field, it is unrelated to new and useful things, In the garden sheep are eating grass, I think that you can have a calm time in a nostalgic place somewhere nostalgic. Since we also exhibit and sell reliefs and everyday instruments, including objects, please do not miss seeing pottery and relaxing holidays.

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

You can learn how to use, draw and swing a sword in a real martial arts dojo, and at the end you can actually have a sword fight. The assistant instructor will translate in English. You can enjoy a "demonstration and straw cutting" using a real Japanese sword using Yushin-ryu sword techniques. A Yushin-ryu sword-holder from the Koryu Iaido dojo will safely and carefully instruct you, so please feel free to participate in the experience. The "Samurai Course" is an experience in which you wear an Iaido belt over your everyday clothes. (Please come in clothes that are easy to move in) <Experience on the day of the plan> ・Greetings (brief self-introduction), instructions on things to be careful about during the experience, etc. ・Changing into a uniform ・Samurai altar greetings ・Bending and stretching exercises ・Instruction on swinging a replica or wooden sword ・Watch the head of the school's kata demonstration ・Watch straw cutting by a high-ranking sword holder ・Mock battle with a high-ranking sword holder ・Experience caring for a real sword ・Go to a sword shop and experience sword appreciation and cutting experience Approximately 40 minutes

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• In Door Activity
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• Age 3～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

A three-hour course where you can rent a kimono or yukata and go sightseeing in Otaru. (Yukata is worn from June to September.) Our retro-modern kimonos look great in the city of Otaru, which has a retro atmosphere full of history and emotion, with gas lamps and the music box museum. Taking photos of the contrast between the snow and your kimono will be a wonderful memory of your trip! This is a course recommended for those who want to take their time sightseeing.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30

It is a course where you can go sightseeing in Otaru with a one-hour kimono rental. (Yukata is available from June to September.) Choose your favorite kimono, dress it in about 10 minutes, and then leave. Feel free to enjoy sightseeing in Otaru. Kimono looks great in the retro atmosphere of Otaru. You can feel free to use kimono in various scenes such as travel memorials, birthday surprises, New Year's cards, and events.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

We will teach you carefully so that even the first person can dance a Japanese dance a song. You can touch the beautiful Japanese traditional dance and feel charm.

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• Age 16～Age 100
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

"GEISHA BOY" is a geisha transformation experience plan supervised by Takafuji Ukon, the second generation of Takafuji School of Creative Japanese Dance, who is also active on the world stage as a female impersonator. Members of Asakusa Ukonya, a professional dance group led by Ukon, will transform you into a wonderful female impersonator. In addition to authentic costumes, we will help you create your own work, from the initial meeting to the photo shoot in a private space that requires a reservation. Of course, anyone can enjoy it regardless of gender or nationality! The flow of the day ① Entering the store ② Meeting (explanation of the shooting content and flow) ③ Hair and makeup ④ Dressing ⑤ Photo shoot (geisha studio) ⑥ Makeup removal *As all makeup will be removed, if you need to apply makeup after the experience, please bring your own makeup tools. ⑦ Photo shoot data (SD card) ⑧ End

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

-Experience Hanashizuku in Kyoto-Wearing luxurious hair ornaments in full-scale color scheme costumes, the staff will entertain you in a discerning shooting studio. At the Gion store, we will produce a noble Oiran figure that suits our customers under the theme of "antique art". We will carefully support you to bring out the beauty. ～ Kaede Plan ～ ・ Dressing & hair make-up included ・ Studio shooting: 40 cuts or more (4 poses) + 2 group photos ・ Smartphone data with all data (delivered on the day) ・ Free shooting: Free in the hall

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• Age 3～Age 90
• 1～2 hours

Why don't you make a memorable work in the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter? Feel like a potter by spinning a potter's wheel or painting a vessel in your favorite shape. The finished work is one treasure in the world ♪

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• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30

Are you ready to become a "sushi chef"? Sushi is a representative of Japanese culture, so making sushi is the best way to enjoy Japanese food!! Our friendly staff will help you have the best time in Japan. Let's dive into Japanese culture together! ▶︎About our class Our sushi making experience cooking class started in 2023. The theme is "Japanese food" and "experience". We started with the desire to enjoy Japanese food culture and sushi making with people from all over the world! ▶︎Menu There are many different types of sushi in Japan. In this cooking class, you will learn how to make nigiri sushi and roll sushi. 1: Nigiri sushi The most standard and popular sushi in Japan, and also the origin of sushi. 2: Roll sushi A type of sushi that is popular around the world, where ingredients are wrapped in rice. If you practice a lot, you might become a sushi chef? ▶︎Schedule It's about 90 minutes. In the first half, you will learn the history of sushi and how to make sushi, and actually make sushi! In the second half, there is time to make sushi freely and time to eat. ▶︎LocationOur cooking class is located in the heart of Osaka! Osaka is a popular tourist destination in Japan that everyone wants to visit at least once, with a strong history and culture. We also recommend sightseeing in Osaka before or after the cooking class! ▶︎Instructors and staffAll cooking classes are held in English. Local staff with extensive overseas experience will provide you with the best entertainment! Your memories in Japan will surely be unforgettable! ▶︎Menu changesThe following menus can be accommodated. ・Vegan・Vegetarian・Gluten-free・Halal・Allergy (no meat, nuts, fruit)※Please be sure to let us know in advance if you need to change the menu. ※We cannot accommodate menu changes on the day of the event. ※We cannot accommodate requests for likes and dislikes of ingredients or changes to desired ingredients.

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• In Door Activity
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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

You can go sightseeing wearing Okinawa's traditional Ryukyu costume. Recommended for those who want to fully enjoy the night! This is a next-day return plan that allows you to leisurely sightsee for a day. (*Please return it by noon the next day.) Would you like to explore the streets of Okinawa in Ryuso clothing? Women also get a hair set ♪ ~ Oguri Kimono Salon ~ Based on the concept of ``Freedom for Kimono'', we introduced a free way of dressing in a world where conservative styles were the norm (KIMONO). I am.

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• 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.

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• In Door Activity
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• Age 13～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

This is a reasonable small experience plan where you can wear Ryukyu costumes. Wearing a kimono with Okinawan's traditional dyed pattern "Bingata" and a uchikake over it, you can freely enjoy taking photos in the store with your camera or mobile phone♪ (*We do not have a photo studio) Feel free to do so. I want to experience it! I just want to take photos in my free time between sightseeing! It is recommended for anyone who wants. ~Oguri Kimono Salon~ Based on the concept of ``Freedom for Kimono'', we introduce a free way of dressing to a world where conservative styles were the norm (KIMONO).

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• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:30 / 15:00

This is a calligraphy experience focusing on kanji. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced calligrapher, you can create memories of your trip by performing calligraphy on a wall (2m long x 3m wide), which you can't usually write on. Experience the wabi-sabi that disappears in 15 minutes. It is a Japanese-style room with tatami mats, but you can choose to practice on calligraphy paper at a Terakoya desk and chair while sitting upright. Let's enjoy an experience that you can't usually have together. ~Experience flow~ ①Experience plan explanation and hearing. (5 minutes) We will ask you about today's plan while drinking tea. ②The teacher will create a sample. (5 minutes) The teacher will write a sample of the desired font and decide the activity content. ③First practice performance. (5 minutes) First, start with the activity with your own free idea. Get a feel for the expression of your thoughts. ④A lecture before the final copy and an explanation of the points to finish the work. (25 minutes) After receiving an explanation of how to use a large brush and the points, solidify the image on the paper and practice on special paper. Enjoy free expression. ⑤ Creating a large-scale calligraphy performance piece. You will receive plenty of stretching time, as well as a video and photos of the process of creating the finished piece, which will be provided digitally upon request. *We can also set a "time extension" upon request. Up to 1 hour and 30 minutes.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:30 / 15:00

For international customers, why not express your soul through calligraphy? You will be able to write your name, motto, favorite words, and anime characters in kanji. Immerse yourself in the rich tradition of Japanese calligraphy right next to the iconic Himeji Castle. Feel the real brush strokes as you embark on a journey through centuries of cultural heritage. Join us for an unforgettable experience that will inspire your creativity and deepen your understanding of the art of calligraphy. Don't worry if you are a first-timer, any skill level is welcome. Awaken your senses to the beauty of calligraphy. Our instructors will help you. For domestic customers, this is a calligraphy experience centered on kanji. Why not express your heart through calligraphy? Write your favorite characters, mottos, and words for loved ones in kanji. Why not spend a rich, brief moment, slowly settling your mind and feeling the aroma of ink? For first-timers and experienced people alike. Awaken your senses to the beauty of calligraphy. Our instructors will support you carefully. Whether you are a first-timer or an experienced person, you can relax and enjoy making memories of your trip! The room is a Japanese-style room with tatami mats, but you can choose to practice calligraphy at a table with a Terakoya desk and chair in seiza. Let's enjoy experiences that you can't usually have, from practicing on Hanshi paper to creating works on colored paper and postcards! ~Experience flow~ ①Explanation of the experience plan and hearing. (5 minutes) While drinking tea, we will ask you about today's plan. ②The teacher will create a sample. (5 minutes) The teacher will write a sample of the desired calligraphy style and decide the activity content. ③Start practicing on Hannsi (Japanese calligraphy paper) (20 minutes) You will practice freely while adding explanations of brushes and kanji. Even if it's your first time, you can practice as many sheets as you like with free expression. ④A lecture before finishing the final work and an explanation of the points to finish the work. (10 minutes) If you would like to do a large-scale wall calligraphy performance, we will hold a first trial performance. If you wish, we will hold a lecture before finishing your work, such as making Shikishi (traditional Japanese square paper), postcards, or Sensu (traditional Japanese holding fan). After that, you can practice on special paper. Enjoy free expression. ⑤ Completion of the work and a commemorative photo. The finished work will be stamped with a finishing seal, and you will be given a commemorative photo and a digital video upon request. *We can also set a "time extension" for the leisurely time upon request. Up to 1 hour and 30 minutes.

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• Age 6～Age 99
• Within 1 hour

We will make a cool rubber band gun using the wood of Ryujin Village. ～ Flow of the day ～ ① Confirmation of materials ② Safety guidance ③ Explanation of how to make ④ Work ⑤ Operation check ⑥ Finishing

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• 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.

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• Age 2～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /5～6 hours
• 12:30 / 13:30 / 14:30 / 15:30

This is a plan that allows you to just take photos on rainy days or if you don't have time to go out. It is also recommended for customers from overseas as it allows them to easily experience Japanese culture. Photos taken in the in-store studio will be sent to you via data transmission (2 poses, 10 cuts). Flow of the experience 1. First, choose your costume, and it will take about 30 minutes to complete, including getting dressed and setting your hair. 2. A photographer will take pictures in the studio.

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• Age 5～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 14:00

This is an experience plan where you can easily enjoy making Kumamoto's local sweets "Ikinari Dango" from making the dough to finishing. You can color the dough using food-derived ingredients, and even try making your own original Ikinari Dango. ☆☆What is "Ikinari Dango"?☆☆ Experience making Kumamoto's traditional sweets "Ikinari Dango" using plenty of local Aso ingredients! The simple taste of sweet potato and red bean paste wrapped in wheat flour dough and steamed is attractive. The name comes from the Kumamoto dialect "Ikinari (= easily, immediately)", and it has long been popular as a way to entertain unexpected guests. The freshly steamed aroma and fluffy texture are exceptional ♪ Why not create a memory of your trip? It's also perfect as a souvenir! [Appealing points] ・Since it is an indoor experience, you can enjoy it even on rainy days regardless of the weather. ・It is a content that can be enjoyed by children and adults, so participation of three generations of parents and children is also welcome! The process of wrapping and steaming the dumplings is fun even for the first time, and you will be smiling without even thinking about it.・The fun of choosing: There are three different colors for the dough (matcha, purple, orange), and you can choose from red bean paste and cream cheese for the filling. ・You can wear a cooking apron and other clothes to enjoy the experience, so you can take photos in a traditional atmosphere. Take a photo with the dumplings you made and keep the memories! [Options] ・Costume rental (apron and cooking apron, etc.) [Experience flow] ① Reception and explanation of the experience: Hand washing, putting on an apron and haori, introduction of ingredients, etc. ② Making glutinous rice flour: Grind glutinous rice in a mortar. ③ Making dough and preparation: Knead the wheat flour to make the dough. Cut the sweet potatoes in advance and prepare the red bean paste. ④ Wrapping: Stretch the dough, wrap the red bean paste and sweet potatoes of your choice, and finish the shape of the dumplings. ⑤ Heating (steaming): Full heating using a steamer ⑥ Photographing and tasting: Photograph the finished dumplings and eat them. ⑦ Closing remarks and comments [Fee] Adults: 2,000 yen (tax included) per person Children: 1,000 yen (tax included) per person [Time required] Approximately 90 minutes [Event time] 2 slots: ① 10:30-12:00 and ② 14:00-15:30 [Target audience] Individuals and small groups (up to 8 people) [Other] Please contact us in advance regarding allergy restrictions.

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• Age 12～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /5～6 hours
• 09:30 / 10:00

Kimono and yukata rentals and dressing are included, so you can come empty-handed! This is a super-discount limited rate plan where you can use the regular price of 4,000 yen (4,400 yen with tax) for 2,500 yen (2,750 yen with tax). (Limited to 6 people per day) Flow of the day 1. First of all, you can choose from a lot of costumes, and it will be finished in about 30 minutes including dressing. 2. The photographer will take pictures for free in the store studio. (Please bring your camera or smartphone) 3. Enjoy sightseeing and return by 17:00. *Please complete your hair set before coming to the store.

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• Green Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 4～
• 1～2 hours

Do you not experience the good old traditional beauty and Bizen pottery with a dream phantom? This is a natural, earth-to-flame meeting, a rustic, hand-made grilled pottery that is felt by the fusion of clay and flame, which is a natural, earth-and-flame meeting. You can enjoy full-fledged creations from the ground twist of the first person by freely using the full-fledged pottery facility in the vast site surrounded by rich nature. Small Number of participants We look forward to using it from groups of people to groups.

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• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:15 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 13:15 / 15:00

You will make authentic Kyoto sweets under the guidance of craftsmen. Please make memorable memories in Kyoto forever.

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