Hobby / Cultural experience in Japan Page 21

• Age 6～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 16:00 / 18:00 / 20:00

-Tea CeremonyZen is alive and well in traditional Japanese culture, and by learning the tea ceremony, you will learn etiquette, manners, beautiful gestures, and the spirit of hospitality. who will be treated with hospitality.- You will be asked to serve tea to the guests with an awareness of the mindset and manners of the tea master.-CalligraphyZen exists as a visual trace. “hane,” and “harai” will be taught.-Choose a Japanese kanji of your choice and practice writing it according to the stroke order.-With what you have learned so far in mind, write your chosen kanji on the calligraphy paper.

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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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• 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
• 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 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 5～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 10:00 / 15:00

・This is an activity that you can enjoy empty-handed. ・Easy-to-understand pricing! You can enjoy a full-fledged geisha transformation experience and photo shoot at no additional charge. ・1 minute walk from the JR station. Good access. (Approximately 15 minutes by car from Makuhari Messe, approximately 40 minutes by train from Tokyo Disney Resort. Approximately 5 minutes by car from Kemigawa Shrine. There is a popular soba restaurant (closed on Mondays) 2 minutes walk away.) ・Since it is a studio for women only, you can take photos with peace of mind (excluding hair set/photographer) ・You can wear a real silk kimono. ・We will do professional makeup from scratch. ・A dedicated photographer will take photos against a professional background. There is also a lecture on poses, so you can rest assured. ・Since it is a completely private studio limited to one group per time frame, you can relax and take photos without being conscious of other customers. ・You can choose up to 12 photos to retouch. The data will be sent to you at a later date. ・You can enjoy taking selfies with your own smartphone.・We will give you a souvenir of "Asari no Tsukudani", a food culture of Japan (Chiba Prefecture). ・Please enjoy cosplaying as a Japanese courtesan. Shooting time: 1 hour This is a course of about 4 hours including 10 minutes of selfies. You can experience a quality courtesan transformation. We will take the time to carefully put on a real heavy kimono, hair, and authentic makeup. *If you bring color contacts that make your pupils larger, it will look even better. *Because we use hair styling products, it may be difficult to keep your hair in place on the way home. If you bring a hat, you can hide it. This is an activity where you can transform into a courtesan, a traditional Japanese culture. Let's make a memory of the authentic courtesan experience with beautiful photos. Service contents Makeup Hair makeup False nail rental Kimono rental Dressing Photo shoot 12 photo data will be handed over at a later date Start time You can choose from 10:00 or 15:00. Please press the intercom when the time comes. A staff member will greet you. It will take approximately 4 to 5 hours from start to finish. 1. Make-up: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes You will be asked to remove your makeup and then we will apply your makeup from scratch. 2. Hairstyling: Approximately 30 minutes We will do a geisha hairstyling. 3. Kimono selection and dressing: Approximately 30 minutes You will be able to dress in the kimono you have chosen. 4. Photo shoot: Approximately 1 hour Photographs will be taken in 3 to 4 poses. 5. Selfie: 10 minutes 6. Getting ready to go home 7. Photo selection - Recommended age - 15 years and over - How photos will be handed over - They will be handed over digitally. - Paid option - Only if you want more than 12 photos, it costs 3,000 yen per photo

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

Many who come a tourist to Kanagawa Prefecture Miura suburbs, has been pleased to souvenir-making and making memories. In about two hours pottery experience, it will create an original work of one alone the world for the first time in person. Because from the age of five or more children is OK, please be experience by all means. Your family and for the first time those who welcome! Pottery experience with fine-grained guidance will be the memories that remain in the mind also surely become a number.

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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 18～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 13:00

This small studio is located 4.8km east of the World Heritage site Himeji Castle, a 15-minute drive away. Why not try a pottery experience in between sightseeing? This is a plan for a 3-hour experience. In the pottery experience, you can make all kinds of tableware (tea bowls, vases, plates, glasses, etc.). Bizen ware clay or a blend of Bizen ware clay and red clay is used, and the pottery is fired in an electric kiln. The firing color is ash-covered or scarlet-striped. *I have been learning English for the past 3 years.

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• Age 1～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:40 / 09:50

✅Kiyomizu-dera Temple (Otowa Waterfall)✅Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine (Thousand Torii Gates)✅Uji Byodo-in Temple Phoenix Hall◎Visit to the Tale of Genji Museum◎Includes Uji Matcha Experience~Schedule~【08:40】▼Depart from the National Cultural Theater【09:50】▼Depart from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit【10:10】▼Kiyomizu-dera Temple Area (approx. 180 minutes, free time to visit, please pay your own admission fee)Kiyomizu-dera Temple｜Nijozaka【13:30】▼Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine (approx. 70 minutes, free time)【15:10】▼Uji (approx. 90 minutes, free time)Byodo-in Temple｜Tale of Genji Museum |Long-established Uji Matcha Shop【16:40】▼After a fun day of touring, we headed back home. 【18:00】▼Arrived in the Shinsaibashi/Dotonbori area, tour ended▼Kiyomizu-dera Temple National Treasure World Heritage SiteA World Cultural Heritage Site and a popular tourist spot in Kyoto. Founded in 778, it is the oldest temple in Kyoto and a national treasure of Japan. Kiyomizu-dera offers different views in each season. In spring, attractive cherry blossoms bloom among the green leaves. In summer, the greenery is lush. In autumn, colorful autumn leaves can be seen. In winter, it is full of beautiful trees. It is ideal to visit any time. Kiyomizu-dera also holds light-up events in spring and autumn to show off the beauty of the temple. (Admission fee: 400 yen for adults, 200 yen for elementary and junior high school students) Please pay by yourself. ▼ A typical Kyoto landscape, a symbol of quiet Kyoto, Nijozaka and Yasaka Pagoda, photo shoot and check-in Hokan-ji is a temple of the Kennin-ji school of the Rinzai sect located in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. This mountain is called "Spiritual Eagle Mountain". The principal image is Yakushi Nyorai, and there is a legend that the founder was Prince Shotoku. The five-story pagoda is commonly known as "Yasaka Pagoda" and is a symbol of Higashiyama. ▼Fushimi Inari Taisha is famous for its thousand torii gates, and attracts many tourists from both Japan and abroad every year. In a survey conducted by the world's largest travel site, it has been ranked first in "Japan's most popular tourist spots for foreigners" for three consecutive years. Let's pray here for ourselves and our loved ones. The votive plaques at Fushimi Inari Taisha are also unique. They are in the shape of a white fox, and you can doodle them with various expressions depending on your imagination. ▼Uji For matcha lovers, Uji is a gourmet paradise. The streets are filled with the finest matcha ice cream and cakes, and even the soba noodles are green matcha green. For literature lovers, this is a paradise for the arts. Because the last ten chapters of The Tale of Genji, a literary masterpiece known as Dream of the Red Chamber in Japan, are set in Uji. Anyone who has read The Tale of Genji will want to come here to follow the love, hate, and revenge of Japanese aristocrats. This is a mixed tour, and participants come from all over the world.

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• Age 1～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 07:30 / 08:30

Itinerary 1: [07:30] Meet at the meeting point and prepare to depart (Lawson Oriental Hotel Fukuoka) [08:40] ▼Kitakyushu Mojiko Port (approx. 120-150 minutes, free time) Kyushu Railway Museum, Old Moji Mitsui Club, Mojiko Yaki Curry, JR Mojiko Station, Karato Market [12:00] ▼Kawachi Fuji Garden (approx. 50-60 minutes) was selected as one of the "31 Most Beautiful Places in Japan" by CNN in the United States [13:30] ▼Kokura Castle (approx. 80-90 minutes, free time) Yasaka Shrine, Kokura Castle Garden, Matsumoto Seicho Memorial Museum, Uomachi Gintengai [14:30] Start the return journey [16:30] Arrival: Lawson Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Itinerary 2: [08:30] Meet at the meeting point and prepare to depart (Lawson Oriental Hotel Fukuoka) [09:40] ▼Kitakyushu Mojiko Port (approx. 120-150 minutes, free time) Kyushu Railway Museum, Former Moji Mitsui Club, Mojiko Yaki Curry, JR Mojiko Station, Karato Market [13:00] ▼Kawachi Fuji Garden (approx. 50-60 minutes) Selected as one of the "31 Most Beautiful Places in Japan" by CNN in the United States [14:30] ▼Kokura Castle (approx. 80-90 minutes, free time) Yasaka Shrine, Kokura Castle Garden, Matsumoto Seicho Memorial Museum, Uomachi Gintengai [16:30] Return journey begins [17:30] Arrival: Lawson Oriental Hotel Fukuoka BranchThis is a shared tour and participants will be coming from all over the world. 08:30 Departure dates: April 19, 22, 23 / May 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 07:30 Departure dates: April 21, 23, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30 Tickets: [Kyushu Railway Memorial Museum] 300 yen per person [Old Moji Mitsui Club] 100 yen for adults, 50 yen for junior high school students and younger [Mojiko Yaki Curry] 1500 yen to 2000 yen [Karato Market] 400 yen one way/person [Kawachi Fuji Garden] 500 yen to 1500 yen depending on the flowering season [Kokura Castle] 350 yen per person [Kokura Castle Garden] 560 yen per person [Matsumoto Seicho Memorial Museum] 700 yen per person

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 14:30

"Kobo Seikan" has a workshop, shop, and cafe, and you can enjoy a tour of the Yamanaka lacquerware production site, experience turning the wood, and enjoy shopping, lacquerware, and cafes and sweets. In this course, we will visit the studio (I will explain) ~ Making a vase ~ Lacquerware experience at a cafe (with a drink) Here, the lacquerware craftsmen are working every day. In this experience, you can observe it up close and learn about lacquerware production. The staff will give you easy-to-understand instructions. Next, you will make your own original flower vase using the wood turning wheel and plane that the craftsmen actually use. You can experience full-fledged wood sawing through making single flower vase. Most of the shapes are carved by yourself, so it's a little bit difficult, but it's fun! ! ! A friendly wood craftsman will teach you carefully, so you can make it yourself until the final completion. You will be satisfied. It is fun. After that, you can enjoy drinks made with lacquerware and sweets at the cafe. Please relax and enjoy the lacquerware experience. If you have any questions, feel free to ask the staff or craftsmen. Even small children can participate as long as they can hold a planer firmly. * The information and photos posted may not be the latest information. Please be sure to check in advance before using.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

Miyama Porcelain Yumi is an experienced recreation facility built in "Satsuma-yaki no Sato Miyama" in Hioki, Kagoshima Prefecture. Currently, we are experiencing pottery experience to 4000 customers a year. In addition, we are also selling merchandise of modern Satsuma Co., Ltd. which runs the hotel, exhibition and sale of works made in pottery and workshops dotted in Miyama.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Miyama Porcelain Yumi is an experienced recreation facility built in "Satsuma-yaki no Sato Miyama" in Hioki, Kagoshima Prefecture. Currently, we are experiencing pottery experience to 4000 customers a year. In addition, we are also selling merchandise of modern Satsuma Co., Ltd. which runs the hotel, exhibition and sale of works made in pottery and workshops dotted in Miyama.

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

The dresser will wear a mask, but customers can wear one if they wish. The return time is by 8pm, so you can enjoy Kyoto at night, including the light-up and meals. If you would like an evening session, we can change the time if there are reservations available, so please contact us early. If there are three or more people, please make a reservation for the next time slot. Located in the center of Kyoto City, you can reach Kiyomizu-dera Temple in the east, Arashiyama in the west, Kinkaku-ji Temple in the north, and Fushimi Inari in the south in less than 30 minutes. Nearby are the world heritage site Nijo Castle, the hidden gem Shinsen-en, Toji Temple, and Gion. Nishiki Market, popular for food, is within a 15-minute walk.

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• Age 3～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00

We will bring the rental kimono to your accommodation and dress you up. It is a very convenient plan that allows you to go out and return to your room in a kimono.・Please choose from the kimono photo posted on the attractive page of the plan and the obi photo posted on the time schedule page, and write the number in the message column. There are some kimonos and obis that cannot be posted, so please contact us. If you can't decide on one, we will bring two, so please fill in the numbers.・Please enter your foot size.・Please fill in the accommodation name and address. If you are using it in your birthday month, you can choose two upgrade accessories such as a bag, hair ornament, and obi clip, so please let us know when you make a reservation.

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• Age 13～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

Rental Experience type kimono classroom ♪ going out Rental It's a waste! Why do not you just wear clothes on yourself as well? What about the kimono you are wearing? How do you wear it? Please try it by all means when traveling.

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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 10～Age 99
• 3～4 hours
• 13:30

It is an experience to make "Zori" which is a traditional footwear. [Snow Country & Rice Grocery/Straw Crafts in Niigata Prefecture] Niigata Prefecture has had a long history of rice cultivation, and various straw crafts using rice straw have been actively carried out. Until 70 to 80 years ago, during the snowy winter months, families made zori sandals using rice straw to earn an income. Nowadays, craftsmen using straw are very rare, and it is rare to see crafts using straw. This kind of experience of actually making sandals has become a rarity, but seeing how the shoes are made by hand in a blink of an eye is a masterpiece. [What you can do in this experience] In this program, you will make such a sandal with a local straw craftsman. You can choose whichever you like, the sandals made from rice straw or the cloth sandals made from colorful cloth. You can choose your favorite cloth for the thongs and cloth sandals from the available cloths, so you can create your own stylish sandals by combining them. The sandals you make can be worn as sandals at the river or the sea in the summer, or you can use them as slippers at home or as interior decoration. How about making an original handmade sandal to commemorate your trip? *Cloth sandals are optional and cost an additional 500 yen. *Only Japanese and English are supported.

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• Age 13～Age 64
• 1～2 hours
• 08:30 / 10:30

Enjoy the refined art of traditional Japanese calligraphy in a tranquil setting. A calligraphy instructor with extensive experience will provide a calligraphy lecture in English. While learning basic calligraphy techniques, you will have the opportunity to freely write Zen proverbs, Japanese idioms, or even your own name. At the end of the experience, you will receive a traditional Japanese fan with your chosen characters or phrases inscribed on it to take home. ~Experience Schedule~ 1. First, learn posture and brush holding. Stand quietly, straighten your back, regulate your breathing, and pick up your brush. This is a preparation time to become one with your tool and your mind. 2. While following the instructor's example, learn the basic movements—stops, flicks, and sweeps—and focus on each and every movement of the brush tip. In the silence, listen carefully to the sound of the brush and paper. 3. Try writing yourself. Put your heart into each stroke, creating your own unique characters. Your feelings will be reflected on the paper through the tip of the brush. 4. Everyone shares their work. Everyone shares their thoughts and impressions as they look at their finished works. Even without words, the brushstrokes speak your heart. ⑤Have your name written on a fanThe teacher will write your name on the fan with pure brushstrokes.You will have a keepsake item to keep with you, along with the lingering memories of the experience.

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