Hobby / Cultural experience in Japan Page 20

• Age 6～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00 / 17:00

Sushidokoro Yachiyo was founded 100 years ago in Shinjuku Yotsuya. Thanks to your support, Sushidokoro Yachiyo's "Sushi Making Experience" which began in 2015 has been enjoyed by a total of 9,000 customers in 2024. The selling point is that a veteran chef with over 30 years of experience will teach you each step carefully and in a fun way. Of course, you can also wear a hat and feel like a craftsman, and once you have completed the activity, you will receive a certificate of completion. We promise that it will be a memorable activity.

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• 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.

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• Age 10～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 11:00 / 15:00

We offer a two-hour cultural experience where you can enjoy Japanese sweets and design tea (tea mocktails) in a quiet space in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo. The experience starts with making skewered dumplings and strawberry daifuku (rice cakes) with cute animal motifs such as rabbits and chicks. Even beginners can feel at ease as the instructor will carefully support you. Next, you will make two types of mocktails (non-alcoholic drinks) using matcha and hojicha. You can experience a new way to enjoy tea. English support available, gluten-free, and recipes are included, so you can also take it home. Participation by individuals, families, and friends is also welcome. (Held for 2 or more people) Enjoy a Japanese hospitality experience that will make a great photo for your travel memories!

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• Age 5～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

A small photo studio renovated from a historic old house near Nijo Castle in Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan, where you will be dressed in a yukata and then photographed by a professional photographer! ! This plan also includes a yukata purchase, so you can go out in your yukata after dressing and taking photos. Enjoy your trip to Kyoto by visiting shrines, temples, cafes, shopping, and taking walks! And keep your yukata as a keepsake...☆◇You don't need to return the entire yukata! ◇Good access to popular tourist spots such as Nijo Castle, Kinkakuji Temple, and Arashiyama We are a photo studio founded in 1932, and Kyoto Salon is one of our many photo stores. We have entrusted the thoughts of many people to photos, and have delivered happy moments to everyone while further evolving our honed photography techniques and hospitality to customers. We would like to help those who come to Kyoto on a trip to create wonderful memories by capturing their shining smiles and happy moments.

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• Age 5～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

A professional photographer will take your photos after you have rented a yukata and put it on in a small photo studio renovated from a historic old house near Nijo Castle in Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan! We are a photo studio founded in 1932, and Kyoto Salon is one of our many photo stores. We have entrusted the thoughts of many people to photos, and have delivered happy moments to everyone while further evolving our honed photography techniques and hospitality to customers. This time, we would like to help those who come to Kyoto to create wonderful memories by capturing their shining smiles and happy moments.

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• Age 1～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

You can rent or purchase a kimono and take a photo at the Airport Garden next to Haneda Airport's Terminal 3. We offer a full 45-minute studio shoot, or a quick 10-minute shoot. We also accept location shoots at nearby shrines. Choose from the wide selection of items only a kimono shop can offer, and have a professional photographer capture your special kimono experience in a beautiful way!

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 14:00

"Ko-Iga" is the highest peak of pottery in history, known as "exceptional beauty" in the world of tea ceremony, mainly during the Sengoku period, when Sen no Rikyu, Oda Nobunaga, and Toyotomi Hideyoshi were active, and the Azuchi-Momoyama period. Experience Awaji Iga making, a reproduction of the Ko-Iga making used in tea ceremony at that time, with one-on-one guidance from a craftsman who hand-made the largest six-tiered climbing kiln in Japan. Ko-Iga is fired at the world's highest firing temperature of 1400℃ for several days, which is unparalleled in the world, so the shape is distorted and sometimes it breaks when firewood is repeatedly hit against it, but the absolute presence and scenery that surpasses this are known as exceptional beauty. (*250℃-450℃ in a bonfire, 1500℃ in a blast furnace) Awaji Iga aims to revive Ko-Iga and values the invisible process and value, so it does not use modern tools such as burners and thermometers, or glazes that glassify the surface. During the Sengoku period, wars were taking place all over Japan, but no one really wanted war, and tea ceremonies served as a place for secret talks to avoid war. It is said that Ko-Iga was used as a special tool to hold a special tea ceremony, which could avoid war if successful, or lead to war if unsuccessful. At Tsurugi Kiln, you can experience the revival of Ko-Iga, which was used in tea ceremonies that determined history and people's lives and deaths, and the making of Awaji Iga pottery. *The actual experience is limited to the forming process. During the four days and nights of the kiln firing in February, you can visit the impressive site at any time. Please visit Awaji Island three times to enjoy the forming process, the kiln firing in February, and the collection after April. ■Itinerary 1. Decide what to make 2. Knead the clay 3. Shape, make strings, hand-form, and make balls *The actual experience is limited to the forming process. During the kiln firing in February, you can see the items you made yourself. *As the items are fired once a year during the kiln firing in February, they will be handed over after spring.

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• Age 10～Age 90
• 2～3 hours

Just by living, people accumulate dirt and impurities at the end of each day. It would be nice if we could wash them off ourselves every day, but for busy modern people, it is not easy. Mount Koya, which spreads out in a mountain basin surrounded by peaks at an altitude of about 1,000m, is a sacred place of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism founded by Kobo Daishi Kukai 1,200 years ago. This plan involves climbing together to the top of Benten-dake, the watershed of Mount Koya, and performing a purification and purification prayer in front of the shrine. (Depending on the weather, etc., it may be performed at a different shrine.) A special human figure will be prepared. Usually, the Great Purification is performed at the end of June and the end of December, but for our purification and purification plan, a specialized prayer leader will be available all year round when visitors are in a good mood. We will offer our original incense amulet after praying for it. Why not spend a refreshing time with the goddess of water (Benzaiten)? This is an experiential workshop recommended for those who want to learn more about Mount Koya.

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• Age 10～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 11:00 / 14:00 / 17:00 / 20:00

Calligraphy/Samurai Calligraphy/Tea Ceremony/which is related to ZenIaido and Armor, both of which are related to Bushido.This plan allows you to experience all of these.-Practice calligraphyLearn how to prepare yourself for calligraphy, and practice how to hold a brush and use tools.Practice basic brush strokes such as “tome”, “hane”, and “harai”.Choose a Kanji character and follow the stroke order to practice.-Samurai Calligraphy When a samurai foresaw his death, he reflected on his life and wrote down his last words on earth with a brush.-Tea CeremonyThe master of the tea ceremony prepares and powdered green tea to the guests.This is a great way to learn etiquette, manners, beautiful gestures, and the spirit of hospitality.-Samurai Sword Trial CuttingYou will learn how to use a sword and become aware of your self-respect and the responsibility of carrying a deadly weapon.Try your hand at slashing. Experience the best cutting edge in the world.-Wearing ArmorIn April 1615, the “Osaka Summer Battle” began. You, a member of Toyotomi's side, will wear a suit of armor and participate in the battle. You will be photographed on the grounds of Osaka Castle, pretending to be the b,

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• Age 0～Age 80
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

Visit Kanazawa's tourist attractions and Instagrammable spots! ★Kenrokuen Course Enchoji Temple (Higashi Chaya District) → Kazuemachi Chaya District → Kubo City Otsukengu Shrine → Shiratoriji → Kanazawa Castle → Kenrokuen Kanazawa Sightseeing Rickshaw Romanya - History and tradition originating in Kanazawa A rickshaw! This is the most popular sightseeing rickshaw.

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• Age 0～Age 80
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 10:40 / 11:20 / 12:00 / 12:40 / 13:20 / 14:00 / 14:40 / 15:20 / 16:00 / 16:40

Visit Kanazawa's tourist attractions and Instagrammable spots! ★Sightseeing course Enchoji-mae (Higashi Chaya District) → Utasu Shrine → Umenobashi → Asano River → Kazue-machi Chaya District → Enchoji-mae (Higashi Chaya District) Kanazawa sightseeing rickshaw Romanya - Romanya - Originated in Kanazawa. A rickshaw with history and tradition! This is the most popular sightseeing rickshaw.

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• For Family

• Age 0～Age 80
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 10:20 / 10:40 / 11:00 / 11:20 / 11:40 / 12:00 / 12:20 / 12:40 / 13:00 / 13:20 / 13:40 / 14:00 / 14:20 / 14:40 / 15:00 / 15:20 / 15:40 / 16:00 / 16:20 / 16:40 / 17:00

Visit Kanazawa's tourist attractions and Instagrammable spots! ★Sightseeing course Enchoji Temple (Higashi Chaya District) → Asano River → Umenobashi Bridge → Kannon Street → Enchoji Temple (Higashi Chaya District) Kanazawa Sightseeing Rickshaw Romanya - A rickshaw with a history and tradition that originated in Kanazawa! This is the most popular sightseeing rickshaw.

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• 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 a bokken (wooden sword).At the end of the session, you'll throw boshuriken. (our clan's stick-type shuriken wearing)Program1. Opening ceremony & a samurai attire : 10min2. & A (If time allows, shuriken throwing can be introduced)6. Photo session: 5min

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 16:00 / 18:00

Let's learn a set of movements of our clan's basic sword techniques. Also, you know how to handle a sword and walk and stand properly using a bokken (wooden sword). In the next part, you'll learn to shoot an arrow with a traditional bow. In the final part a thorough explanation of samurai armor． Program1. Opening Meditation2. Instructor Demonstration3. Changing to a Samurai Attire4. Namba Style Walking5. Introduction to Samurai Weapons6. Long Sword practice6. Explanation and Donning Japanese Armor7. Photo session

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• 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

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• Age 3～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 10:30

~Experience flow~10:30~ Vegetable harvesting experience11:30~ Lunch making experience using picked vegetables (You can choose between making vegetable and bacon pizza or hoto, a local Yamanashi dish)13:00~ Choice of experiences○ Parfait making○ Woodworking experience using Yamanashi wood○ Herbarium making experience○ Jam making experience. Ends at 14:00 * Fruit picking is available as an option. A comprehensive food education plan where you can choose one of the following experiences: Vegetable harvesting ~ Lunch making using harvested vegetables ~ Marsa Marche. (Depending on the reservation situation on the same day, you may spend time with other groups) 6 years old and over 6,800 yen (tax included) 3 to 5 years old 5,800 yen (tax included) 0 to 2 years old Free Reservations are accepted for 3 people or more over 3 years old. (Adults must accompany)

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• Age 15～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 12:30

*This is a junihitoe (twelve-layered ceremonial kimono) experience plan at Nariko Tenjin Shrine in Nishi-Shinjuku. It is not available at our Kagurazaka store. Experience the coveted Heian period costume, junihitoe (twelve-layered ceremonial kimono). It's popular with a wide range of people, including photography enthusiasts, foreign visitors, kimono and Japanese clothing lovers, and those celebrating their 60th birthdays, birthdays, and other entertainment. Perfect for treating yourself, taking selfies before or after your wedding, taking wedding photos, or taking photos for social media! Enjoy the freedom and freedom of choice. [Notes] *Please choose from two colors for the junihitoe: Aoi or Chitose. *Recommended height: 140cm and up, clothing sizes 19 and 21. *This plan is for women. *We use translation apps for customer service and communication.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00 / 17:30 / 18:00 / 18:30

It is a standard plan of 2 hours and 30 minutes that allows you to fully enjoy the houseboat during the day and night. Cruising across time and space, traveling back and forth between Edo and modern times, is a series of new discoveries, such as visiting the 14 bridges of the Sumida River and visiting the Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Sky Tree. all you can drink. Enjoying the night view from the deck outside the ship is the best!

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• Age 7～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

Kimono rental in Shinsekai, Osaka [Kimono Botan]. 5 minutes walk from Osaka Tsutenkaku, 3 minutes walk from the nearest station. Why not go out in a kimono to the colorful town unique to Osaka in "Shinsekai" that spreads at the foot of Osaka's symbol Tsutenkaku? Professional SLR photography with a professional photographer! Shooting time: about 90 minutes Shooting location: Shinsekai Tsutenkaku area ~ Tennoji Park area Photos will be sent by email about a week later. Kimono rental and hair set fee included. We also accept requests for formal kimono such as Homongi. (separate fee, please contact us) ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Visit the store ② Explanation / Kimono selection ③ Dressing / Hair set ④ Go to the shooting location (moving to several shooting spots on foot) Shooting (about 90 minutes) ⑤ Return If you would like to walk around freely in the kimono after the shooting, please let us know. (Separate fee required)

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• Age 15～Age 70
• Within 1 hour

Experience wearing a formal kimono in Kyoto! It's located near Nijo Castle and is easily accessible from Kyoto Station. The experience takes about an hour, so it's a great addition to your trip to Kyoto! This is a sister store of Junihitoe Tokyo! Feel free to bring your own photographer, invite friends over to take photos, and of course, take videos!

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• Age 7～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00

Would you like to explore Japan more, including about history, food culture and health benefits through fermented foods? Escape the heat and enjoy this unique class near the station!Our kitchen is located in the heart of Tokyo (Only 10 mins from Shibuya Station to the kitchen including a short walk), so you won't be affected much by the weather! A certified instructor guides you through easy recipes using traditional Japanese fermented ingredients, with an in-depth lecture in a small-group setting. Fermented foods are so beneficial for our overall health and beauty.The class is just 2 hours long, making it perfect even for busy travelers!In the beginning, there is a lecture about Japanese fermented foods (especially koji and miso) then we cook lunch together:- Cold noodles with pork (or deep thick tofu for Vegans): Try somen, thin wheat vermicelli, a typical Japanese summer dish. You will be amazed. - Miso soup- Two vegetable side dishes- Dessert* The menu will be changed depending on the seasons.* Vegan version is available but we will share the kitchen with non-vegan version. Please ask for vegan option before you apply.* Please mention if you have any allergen restrictions.

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• Age 18～Age 65
• 2～3 hours
• 14:00

This plan is centered around Nakanoshima Park. The bicycle ride takes about an hour. After the bicycle tour, you will actually wear a kimono and experience being a samurai or ninja. Enjoy Osaka by bicycle! A local guide born and raised in Osaka will guide you to fun and unique spots. We will not only provide you with sightseeing, but also a special experience where you can enjoy the city of Osaka with all your senses. The bicycles used on the tour are from "PALMGARAGE", which was founded in 1976. With a comfortable ride and stylish design, the journey itself is fun. The course not only takes you around parks, temples, and shopping streets, but also includes activities unique to Osaka, such as pottery experience. Discover the new charms of Osaka and make unforgettable memories! We will be conducting a monitor tour in preparation for the full start in April. Please come and make some fun memories!

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• Age 16～Age 70
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 11:00

Become "that old me" again. The special experience of being transformed into a gorgeous courtesan is the perfect 50th birthday present. Kimono, accessories, and hair and makeup are all provided. Come to the store empty-handed and let the professional skills transform you into a gorgeous person. In an authentic period drama-style studio, bring out a different, more seductive expression than usual and take an unforgettable commemorative photo. Why not give yourself the gift of a beautiful and radiant self at a turning point in your life?

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• Age 8～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:45 / 13:00

About 40 minutes by car from Hakata. In a pottery workshop surrounded by rich nature, you can experience pottery making a matcha bowl and matcha tea. We are proud to be able to enjoy plenty of leisurely time that you can not taste in the city center. Please come to heal your heart tired of concrete and exhaust gas. Lessons in English are also available, so we can accommodate customers from overseas. Nearby are Hot spring, a hot spring outdoor bath, Nakanoshima Park along the river, and a delicious handmade bread workshop. Please enjoy Nakagawa city full of charm of nature.

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

It is a Koto (Japanese traditional string instrument) experience plan about 80 minutes. During the 80 munites, you will have a precious opportunity that learn Sakura - a famous Japanese traditional song with the professional. Drink Japanese green tea, communicate with the professional, it will be a special memory for your tour. The lesson will be held in Kyomachiya-- a wooden house with 110 years old. Let's close the elegant instrument, be healed by the beautiful melody. This plan comes with a high recommendation for anyone from children to elders, and even families.

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• Age 9～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 13:00 / 14:30 / 15:30

"Yaeyama Minsa" is a textile made of cotton, plain weave, and produced in Ishigaki City and Taketomi Town. The biggest feature is that the five and four kasuri patterns embody the idea of ​​``Forever and ever, until the end of the five (five) worlds (four).'' Yaeyama Minsa-ori goes through many processes to create a single piece of fabric, but just like in the past, many of these processes are done by hand with great care. At the Minsa Crafts Museum, customers can actually experience ``weaving'', one of the processes of Yaeyama Minsa weaving, for themselves. Our instructors will provide direct and detailed guidance, so even beginners can enjoy the experience with confidence.

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• Age 15～Age 70
• Within 1 hour

Experience wearing a pair of Junihitoe in Kyoto! It's located near Nijo Castle and is easily accessible from Kyoto Station. The experience takes about 1.5 hours, so it's recommended to add it to your Kyoto trip! It's recommended for anniversaries, as well as for making memories with friends. It's a sister store of Junihitoe Tokyo! You are free to bring your own photographer, invite friends over to take photos, and of course you can also take videos!

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• Age 15～Age 70
• Within 1 hour

Experience pairing with Junihitoe and Sokutai in Kyoto! It's located near Nijo Castle and has excellent access from Kyoto Station. The experience plan is about 1.5 hours, so it's recommended to add it to your Kyoto trip! Recommended for anniversaries, pre- and post-photo shoots, and welcome boards. This is a sister store of Junihitoe Tokyo! Feel free to bring your own photographer, invite friends over to take photos, and of course, you can also shoot videos!

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• Age 15～Age 70
• Within 1 hour

Experience wearing Junihitoe in Kyoto! It's located near Nijo Castle and is easily accessible from Kyoto Station. The experience takes about an hour, so it's a great addition to your trip to Kyoto! This is a sister store of Junihitoe Tokyo! Feel free to bring your own photographer, invite friends over to take photos, and of course, take videos!

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00

A matcha experience where you can enjoy matcha and sweets produced in Kagoshima Prefecture. It is a casual style with seating at a table and chairs, and is recommended for those who want to be able to make matcha at home. The instructor will explain how to make matcha, the types of tools and how to use them, and basic hospitality. After enjoying the matcha made by the instructor, you can try making it yourself. The workshop will be conducted in Japanese, but assistants who speak English or German can be provided. Please contact us for other languages. The venue is a private room in a Japanese restaurant, a 5-minute walk from Kagoshima Chuo Station.

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