Hobby / Cultural experience in Japan Page 73

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Fireworks festival Summer festival, this season where beer garden and yukata look good. Wear a yukata and enjoy the different summer. After wearing a yukata, a light green tea experience is also available.

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• Age 15～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

At the “Katsura Andos Doll Shop”, you can experience the Japanese-style dressing and visit to the present-day master craftsman, Keigo Ando, who is awarded to Japan's outstanding engineers. Time required Will be approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours.

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Why don't you try walking in Kanazawa, where there are many cityscapes where the yukata looks good? "Kanazawa sightseeing kimono Rental The Yukata Walk Plan is a plan where you can transform into a beautiful yukata figure and take a walk through the city of Kanazawa. Of course, the staff will wear it, so it's OK. Even tourists can use it freely.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 09:40

～Guided tour around Lake Kawaguchi overlooking Mt. ~ Mr. Itchiku Kubota, who was fascinated by "Tsujigahana dyeing" in the Muromachi period and tried to revive it in modern times, developed his own Tsujigahana "Itchiku Tsujigahana". This is a guided tour where you can deeply feel the culture of traditional Japanese dyeing and kimono, and enjoy the beauty of them up close. [About KURURI Fuji-san] What is KURURI Fuji-san? It is a one-day tour around Fuji-san that departs from Kawaguchiko Station and is planned and implemented by Mt.Fuji Prefectural Tours. We have multiple plans, so please join us for your favorite tour.

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• Age 12～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 17:00

Why not step into the world of sushi and participate in the experience of making your own exquisite sushi? In this authentic sushi making experience, you can learn traditional techniques and knowledge by learning directly from a professional sushi chef. In this experience, you will experience everything from preparing the sushi rice and toppings to how to make the sushi rice and how to make the sushi. Each participant will actually make sushi and feel the joy of making it with their own hands. We will provide careful support so that even beginners can enjoy it with peace of mind. You can taste the sushi you make on the spot. The taste of sushi made with your own hands is exceptional. In addition, we will give you a Japanese souvenir full of culture and tradition as a memento of your visit.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 14:00

Awajishima is known for its sweet and soft onions. We will learn the secrets of their deliciousness from Awajishima Hamada Farm, which grows onions in the Mihara Plain, the most prosperous area for onions production, and then we will head out to harvest! You can take home a bag of harvested onions as a souvenir. This is an experience where you can learn about why Awajishima onions are so delicious, and enjoy Awajishima onions even after you return home. Awajishima is a representative onion producing area in Japan. You can experience harvesting on an onion farm. The famous owner of Awajishima Hamada Farm, Tetchan, will teach you the secrets of Awajishima onions' deliciousness, and if you wish, you can even experience biting into an onion. After completing the preliminary preparations, you will finally enter the field and harvest the onions. You can take the harvested onions home as a souvenir. You can enjoy the soft and delicious Awajishima onions even after you return home. Experience Schedule Meet at the Awajishima Hamada Farm parking lot (20 spaces), then guide to the onion field. Explanation of the characteristics of Awajishima onions and harvesting methods (20 minutes). Head to the onion field! Harvest a net full of onions (20 minutes). End on site.

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• 1～2 hours
• 13:00 / 15:00

The west side of Awaji Island: Ayuhara district is the strawberry producing area of Awaji Island. The experience location, Hoshino Kajitsuen Bloom, is an experiential complex with a cafe run by a strawberry farmer in the Ayuhara district. You can learn how to make strawberry jam by talking with a craftsman. In addition to making jam, decorate a cake made in the cake studio with freshly picked strawberries as you like! After the experience, you can eat the decorated cake while having tea in the cafe space attached to the studio. You can take the jam you made home as a souvenir. Why not try making jam with freshly picked strawberries? Making jam in a cute studio is sure to be a special memory. The west side of Awaji Island: Ayuhara district is the strawberry producing area famous in Awaji Island. There, strawberry farmer Hoshi no Kajitsuen: Matsumoto-san was born in Tokyo and worked as an office worker in Osaka. He was fascinated by the nature and the slow flow of time on Awaji Island, and moved to Awaji Island. He has an unusual career history, thanks to his connection with local strawberry farmers. After that, together with Harima-san, who was his senior in Osaka, he opened Dessert & Confiture Studio Hoshi no Kajitsuen, which sells sweets made with strawberries picked at the farm. It has become a popular sweets shop in the local area. After that, they opened Hoshinokajitsuen Bloom, an experiential complex with a sweets cafe and experience workshop, where you can enjoy a relaxed space where you can enjoy the strawberries made by Matsumoto and the sweets made by Harima-san. When making confiture, the craftsman will carefully teach you from the beginning, such as the amount of sugar to use for the weight of the strawberries and the timing of adding the ingredients. Along with the confiture experience, you can also decorate a cake made by Arima with the freshly picked strawberries made by Matsumoto. Afterwards, you can have tea with the decorated cake. Cakes and drinks can be purchased separately on-site. Enjoy a fun time with friends, family, or as a couple. Below is the experience schedule (the schedule below is from 13:00, but if it is from 15:00, please read the time accordingly) 13:00 Meet (please come to the Hoshinokajitsuen Bloom store) 13:05 Move to the experience studio (2nd floor) to prepare, workshop on making strawberry jam from Hoshinokajitsuen ・Decorate a cake using strawberries from Hoshinokajitsuen 13:40 Move to the cafe space on the 1st floor and taste the decorated cake 14:00 End

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• 2～3 hours
• 14:00

After deepening understanding by actually touching the kintsugi works, the history of kintsugi, the philosophy, materials and techniques, and lacquer will be introduced, The workshop will also include demonstrations of each step of the kintsugi process.Participants will experience some of the five processes including the final process of applying lacquer and metallic( tin )powder sprinkling. We share inspiring moments of kintsugi. Japanese tea will be included. All materials and tools will be provided.

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• Age 13～Age 100
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Warm Up Your Body and Mind in a Hot Spring Town! We are Tranquwell, a company specializing in creating wellness retreat tours in Japan. This 4-day luxury retreat is designed for wellness seekers looking to discover themselves and connect with like-minded individuals. Warm up your body and mind, and rejuvenate yourself through various activities such as ZAZEN (Zen meditation), medicinal cuisine, Goma fire ritual, daily morning yoga, while staying in a luxury Ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) with a private hot spring.

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• 1 Day or more

Appreciate the Stillness in the Zao's Winter Wonderland! We are Tranquwell, a company specializing in creating wellness retreat tours in Japan. This 4-day luxury retreat is perfect for those who are seeking a mountain getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and appreciate the stillness in the snowy mountains of Tohoku. Take time to focus on yourself and appreciate the stillness through various activities such as Zazen (Zen meditation), snowshoeing, sound therapy, tea ceremony, staying in a luxury Ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) with stunning outdoor hot springs.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1 Day or more
• 12:50

This is a two-day, one-night taxi tour where you can receive direct instruction from swordsmith Shohei Fujiyasu, observe the appreciation of Japanese swords, observe the forging process (preparing the base for Japanese swords), and experience hammering and copper plate inscription. Through the tour, you will learn about the beauty and spirit that resides in Japanese swords. After staying overnight at the famous Iizaka Onsen hot spring in Fukushima City, on the second day, you will be taken to a Japanese lunch using Fukushima City's specialties and Nakano Fudoson, one of the three Fudoson in Japan.

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• Age 6～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 17:00

Samurai culture has been built up over centuries since ancient times. The stage art of "Kembu" carries it on through dance. We want samurai enthusiasts throughout Japan and the world to know the charm of Kembu, so we are holding workshops that extract highlights from the works so that anyone can enjoy them. Why not interpret the poems and dance to their stories and reminisce about the era in which the samurai lived? This time, from among the many performances, we will introduce Rai Sanyo's Chinese poem "Hachiman-ko". Let's dance powerfully to the image of Minamoto no Yoritomo and Ashikaga Takauji's ancestor Minamoto no Yoshiie, who went on an expedition to Oshu during the Gosannen War. - "Sword techniques" required in the play - Basic sword handling - About the expression "mitate" using a fan - Explanation of the poems and texts - Demonstration performance by the instructor - Commemorative photo, if desired, wear "stage costume" - For hygiene reasons, tabi socks can be purchased for 300 yen. If you have tabi, please bring them with you. In addition, we recommend tabi socks with bleached soles.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 5～6 hours

Sightseeing from Ishinomaki Using a jumbo taxi Touring Ishinomaki's power spots and experiencing precious Aiki Jiu-Jitsu spiritual tour 【Schedule】 Depart Ishinomaki Station 9:00 ⇒ 9:40 ~ Tsuriishi Shrine (worship) ~ 10:10 ⇒ 10:50 ~ Hiyoriyama (Kashimamiko Shrine) ~ 11:20 ⇒ 11:30 ~ Kappo Takikawa (lunch) ~ 12:30 departure ⇒ 13:20 arrival ~ Jikoji (Aiki Jiujutsu experience) ~ 15:30 departure ⇒ 16:10 arrival Ishinomaki Station dissolution 〇 Tsuriishi Shrine Marriage, couple yen Madoka. It is a shrine that benefits the prosperity of descendants. It is famous as the god of the examination because the megalith of the god body does not make a big deal even in many disasters, and many worshipers come to pray for success. Big catch prayer, Yorozu Year has been that there is a divine favor also to pray for longevity. Since you can see the Yoshihara at the mouth of the Kitakami River, which is one of the 100 best soundscapes of Japan, the precincts are decorated with "Yoshi no Wa" instead of Kaya. 〇Mt. Hiyori (Kashimamiko Shrine) This Mt. Hiyori is an isolated hill of the diluvial terrace located at the mouth of the Kitakami River with a height of 56 m. Originally, May 15th is the day of the festival. 〇Kappo Takikawa "Kappo Takikawa" in Ishinomaki is a long-established restaurant that Year 〇 Daito-ryu Aiki Jiu-Jitsu Training of mind and spirit to learn at Wolong Zen Dojo Daito-ryu Aiki Jiu-jitsu. This martial art is a self-defense technique originally passed down only to senior samurai of the Aizu Until the Meiji era, it was a martial art that was kept out of the gate, but it became known to the world by Professor Takeda Sokaku from Aizu

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• Age 6～Age 100
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Sendai Touring Ishinomaki's power spots and experiencing precious Aiki Jiu-Jitsu spiritual tour 【Schedule】 Sendai Station 8:00 ⇒ 9:30 ~ Tsuriishi Shrine (worship) ~ 10:00 ⇒ 10:50 ~ Mt. Hiyori (Kashimamiko Shrine) ~ 11:20 ⇒ 11:30 ~ Kappo Takigawa (lunch) ~ 12:30 departure ⇒ 13:20 arrival ~ Hiyori Temple (Aiki Jiujutsu experience) ~ 15:30 departure ⇒ 16:10 arrival Sendai Station dissolution 〇 Tsuriishi Shrine Marriage, couple yen Madoka. It is a shrine that benefits the prosperity of descendants. It is famous as the god of the examination because the megalith of the god body does not make a big deal even in many disasters, and many worshipers come to pray for success. Big catch prayer, Yorozu Year has been that there is a divine favor also to pray for longevity. Since you can see the Yoshihara at the mouth of the Kitakami River, which is one of the 100 best soundscapes of Japan, the precincts are decorated with "Yoshi no Wa" instead of Kaya. 〇Mt. Hiyori (Kashimamiko Shrine) This Mt. Hiyori is an isolated hill of the diluvial terrace located at the mouth of the Kitakami River with a height of 56 m. Originally, May 15th is the day of the festival. 〇Kappo Takikawa "Kappo Takikawa" in Ishinomaki is a long-established restaurant that Year 〇 Daito-ryu Aiki Jiu-Jitsu Training of mind and spirit to learn at Wolong Zen Dojo Daito-ryu Aiki Jiu-jitsu. This martial art is a self-defense technique originally passed down only to senior samurai of the Aizu Until the Meiji era, it was a martial art that was kept out of the gate, but it became known to the world by Professor Takeda Sokaku from Aizu

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• 2～3 hours

About Daito Aiki Jiu-Jitsu Daito Aiki Jiu-Jitsu. This martial art is a palace-style self-defense technique that was originally conveyed only to the senior samurai of the Aizu clan. Until the Meiji era, martial arts was a secret to the public, but it became known to the public by Takeda Sokaku, a native of Aizu. Moving zazen "I can't be slashed. I can't be beaten. I can't be kicked. I can't be kicked." Mr. Komichi Horikawa, a high school brother of Takeda Sokaku, positions martial arts in this way. The goal is not to defeat the opponent, as in the case of match-style martial arts and martial arts, but to enhance one's spirituality. This is the ideal, peaceful philosophy of martial arts. Specializing in zazen teaching, I realized that the ignorance of this martial art was very close to the point of Zen enlightenment. The technique of Daito-ryu Aiki Jiu-Jitsu can be rephrased as "moving zazen". Active martial arts for a lifetime The appeal of this martial art is that it can be learned by anyone, regardless of Ageo/Okegawa or Sex. At present, there are children from kindergarten below and those who have passed Koki above. Mid-Year hard and body in, yet is powerless even I, was able to so much without difficulty learning. One of the few martial arts that can last a lifetime. Please try it by all means

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• Age 27～Age 59
• 1 Day or more

Yamagata Prefecture, is protected by the Asahi mountain range, has a 360-degree landscape, and has a long history of fascinating people with seasonal flowers, food, history, techniques, and a culture of living. In addition, since the production of safflower and other rice cakes made from safflower is the highest in Japan, we will use the catchphrase "a town that makes safflower in Japan" as a catchphrase for unique products and tourism that focus on safflower color. I'm pushing forward. In this Shirataka town, you can enjoy the charm of Shirataka 120%, such as experiencing the unique experience of Shirataka and enjoying local food. In particular, the "Miyamago Nodoka Village" where you will stay this time is a farmhouse inn that was relocated from a thatched-roof house Year You should be able to experience a relaxing time. The taste of buckwheat noodles you eat at lunch will surely be a memory of your life. Once you visit, you will definitely be a repeater, so please visit Shirataka Town. [Schedule] Day 1) 11:35 Meeting Yamagata Railway Ayukai Station Meeting Officials will welcome you. Orientation around 11:50 Check-in at "Miyamago Nodoka Village" Once you leave your luggage. 12: 00-14: 00 "Miyamago Nodoka Village" Soba making experience ・ Lunch ・ Participants will be asked to make soba by themselves.・ Please enjoy the soba you made yourself. 14: 00 ~ 15: 30 "Miyama-yaki" Hand-kneading pottery experience ・ Make hot water, rice bowls, small bowls, etc. 15: 30-16: 00 Break time 16: 00-17: 00 Experience making "snow lights" Make a snow lantern. After dinner, light the "candle" on the snow lantern you made. Candlelight creates a fantastic night Around 18:00 Supper "Miyamago Nodoka Village" Enjoy local cuisine with plenty of local vegetables and mountain delicacies over a relaxing time. ～ Staying at “Miyamago Nodoka Village” ～ Day 2) 9:30 Departure “Miyamago Nodoka Village” Departure after breakfast (A staff member will pick you up in the morning) 10: 00-11: 00 “ "Hokkori Farm" Cabbage Harvesting Experience * Take home the harvested cabbage one by one 11: 10-11: 30 Dream Farm Shopping for local specialties 11: 45-12: 45 Road Station Shirataka Yana Park Ayu Chaya Ayu set meal lunch / opinion exchange meeting (questionnaire survey) Ayu Chaya's proud ayu-making set meal. Enjoy local delicacies such as wild plants and sweetfish dishes with all your skills. Around 13:00 Yamagata Railway * A taxi is available for each move.

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• Age 27～Age 59
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Beautiful and magnificent Nagai Dam (Lake Nagai 100 weeks). As autumn deepens, the lakeside is covered with broad-leaved autumn leaves, and the autumn leaves reflected on the surface of the water have a special taste. I will row a canoe around the lakeside. Those who are new to canoeing are also safe. You can enjoy the canoeing experience safely and securely under the guidance of a canoe association certified instructor. For lunch, please have a pasta lunch using the local farmer restaurant Iide beef. In the afternoon, after looking at the typical landscape of Iide Town, which is a member of the "Most Beautiful Villages in Japan", "Imoni Village", you will experience the taro digging and harvesting experience used in Yamagata.. You can also take home 1 kg of harvested taro. Why don't you take a "journey to meet yourself" in Iide-cho while feeling the deepening autumn? 【Schedule】 09:20 For People who come by car arriving by car ⇒ Roadside Station Kawa-no-Minato Nagai Meeting * Please Parking Lot 09:40 For People who come by train arriving by train ⇒ Flower Nagai Line / Nagai Station Meeting [Train Information] Flower Nagai Line Akayu Station 8:59 Depart Nagai Station 9:32 Arrive ・ Transportation is by chartered jumbo taxi or small chartered bus. * Please specify the boarding location when applying. 10: 15-11: 45 Enjoy "Nagai Dam: Nagai Hyakushu Lake Canoeing Experience". * You can experience it under the guidance of a canoe club, so even beginners can rest assured. ・ Please wear clothes that are not cold (Nagai Dam gets cold because of its high altitude), clothes that are easy to move, and clothes that can get dirty. ・ Experience time about 90 minutes 12: 15-13: 30 Lunch at the farm restaurant Elbe Menu: Iide beef ragout fettuccine. Dessert. With coffee 13: 45-14: 15 Joined "The Most Beautiful Villages in Japan" View of Iide Town Dispersed Village (Hotokeyama Dispersed Village Observatory) 14: 45-16: 00 Agricultural work experience: Taro digging and harvesting experience (1 kg of harvested taro with takeaway) Please bring your boots and gloves. Please come in clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. In case of rain, please bring rain gear such as a kappa. 16:15 For People who come by train arriving by train ⇒ JR Imaizumi Station dissolved [Train Information] Flower Nagai Line Imaizumi Station 16:31 Depart Akayu Station 16:51 16:30 By People who come by car ⇒ Roadside station Kawa-no-Minato Nagai dissolution

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"City of water, greenery and flowers" Nagai City has been selected as an important cultural landscape of the country from the townscape dotted with merchant houses, which originated from the Mogami River boating in the Edo period. In addition, it is a beautiful town where the untouched nature such as "Black Lion", which has a tradition of about 1000 Year, and the shores of Lake Nagai Dam weave the four seasons. In this city of Nagai, you can enjoy the charm of Nagai by experiencing the unique experience of Nagai, enjoying local food, and enjoying Activity. At the end of the first day, please deepen your friendship and make Nagai City your second home at a dinner exchange party with the local residents who were involved in the tour on the On the day. 【Schedule】 ○ First day 11:30 Meeting at Nagai Station 12: 00-13: 00 "Shishijuku Sumi-tei" Lunch of rice cakes and soba noodles 14: 00-15: 30 Mibuchi Valley Boat Touring or Sanka Waterfall Tour Trekking Tour * Please note that depending on the reservation status of the Mibuchi Valley Boat Touring, the tour will be a trekking tour of the 3rd floor waterfall. * Please note that in bad weather, you will be on board the "Nagai Dam Hyakushuko Pleasure Boat". [For boat touring in the Mibuchi Valley] ～ Taxi movement ～ Nogawa Manabikan Numbered ticket distribution ～ Shuttle car (Nogawa Manabikan) ～ [For trekking tour of the third floor waterfall] ～ Taxi movement ～ Walk (trekking) to the 3rd floor waterfall tour About 30 minutes one way walk ～ Taxi movement ～ 15: 40-16: 00 Visit to Somiya Shrine (Explanations from the priest) 16: 00-16: 30 Maruhachi Liquor Store Sake tasting ★ Special sake is available according to the season and the weather of the day. 16:40 Check-in once at the accommodation (Hagien) 18:00 Farmer Restoran "Nagomi-an" (Full of local dishes: Nagomi-zen) Supper exchange meeting: An exchange meeting with travel participants, people who were involved in the experience on the On the day, and local people Held. 20:05 Hagien Accommodation Western-style or Japanese-style room 1 night breakfast ○ Day 2 10:00 Hotel check-out / dissolution

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Experience the procurement of ingredients at the famous local restaurant, Takigawa in Ishinomaki, and the cooking experience of the traditional Ishinomaki food, Kamameshi. Beginning with a tour of the Ishinomaki market, you will be able to select your favorite ingredients in season while connoisseuring with the master of the restaurant at the local fresh fish counter. You will experience the processing and cooking of the ingredients, and then you will actually eat. The dishes are Ishinomaki's traditional food, such as "Kamameshi", miso soup, steamed tea bowl, and ozuzuke.

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• Age 6～Age 80
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• 14:30

Why don't you participate in the old-fashioned New Year's event "Mitsuba light" (Osaito) and experience Yamasato's New Year event? ～ Flow of the On the day ～ ①Snow lantern making 60 minutes ②Dango tree making) 60 fins ③Dinner 90 minutes ④Side 100 minutes ⑤Tamakon 30 minutes ⑥Bath, bedtime ⓻Dissolution after breakfast

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• Age 6～Age 80
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Why don't you spend time relaxing and experiencing the traditional New Year event with locals? ~On the day~ of flow ① rice cake with 60 minutes ② offerings making (your take-away) 60 minutes ③ dinner 90 minutes ④ game or bathing 100 minutes ⑤ Year over buckwheat 30 minutes ⑥ New Year's visit to a Shinto shrine 30 minutes ⓻ breakfast after the dissolution 90 minutes

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• Age 10～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00

Visit Komatsu's only remaining clover and experience stone processing! Takigahara-cho, Komatsu City is the production area of ​​Takigahara stone, which has a beautiful blue-gray color. Komatsu City's numerous stone quarries (choba) with a history of over 100 years and arch bridges made entirely of stone are a major reason why Komatsu City has been designated as a Japanese heritage site for its stone culture. Ishizai Aratani Shoten is a stone shop that currently manages the only active stone quarry in Takigahara, where there were once many stone quarries. In this program, under the guidance of Mr. Shuichiro Funatsu, a geoguide who is familiar with the Takigahara area, and Mr. Yuki Araya, the owner of Ishizai Araya Shoten, we will tour the traditional arch bridges around the stone quarry and the inside of the quarry, while visiting Komatsu. You can see, learn about, and experience stone culture and history. Experience the beauty and functionality of Takigahara stone as a material that is used in a variety of places, from ancient tombs and grave sites to bridges, home entrances, and stylish cafes. *For foreign nationals: Information on the day will be provided in Japanese only.

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• Age 3～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

Leave the stone thing to me! From processing to stone-baked potatoes! ? Onishi Stone has been processing various stone materials, mainly local stone materials. Because stone is heavy, the technology for processing stone in that region has been developed and developed specifically in the region. In this program, Mr. Onishi, who is a stone geek who can talk about stones all the time, will guide you around the factory. While explaining the graves and stone works that Onishi Stone has made so far, you can experience the local stone culture. *For foreign nationals: Information on the day will be in Japanese only.

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• Age 6～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 13:30

The only place in Komatsu where you can visit a farm and experience stone processing! Takigahara Town, Komatsu City is a production area of Takigahara stone with beautiful blue gray color. The numerous stone quarries (choba) with a history of more than 100 years and arch bridges made entirely of stone are the major reasons why Komatsu City has been certified as a Japanese heritage site for its stone culture. Ishizai Aratani Shoten is a stone material shop that manages the only active stone quarry in Takigahara, which used to have many stone quarries. The cave mining site is cool in summer and warm in winter, and maintains a consistent temperature year-round. In this program, an arch bridge and quarry made of Takigahara stone will be guided by Mr. Shuichiro Funatsu, a sculptor and geoguide who uses Takigahara stone for creative activities, and Mr. Yumi Aratani, the current owner of Stone Aratani Shoten. It is a unique experience where you can see and learn about Komatsu's stone culture and stone history while visiting the original. ☆ There is also a plan with a stone carving workshop ☆ After the tour, those who wish can touch and feel the stones at the stone carving workshop. *Reservations for the sculpture workshop have ended. We only accept visits. *For foreign nationals: Information on the day will be in Japanese only.

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• Age 6～Age 99
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It was also used in that famous cafe! What is the functionality of Takigahara stone? Takigahara Town, Komatsu City is a production area of Takigahara stone with beautiful blue gray color. The numerous stone quarries (choba) with a history of more than 100 years and arch bridges made entirely of stone are the major reasons why Komatsu City has been certified as a Japanese heritage site for its stone culture. Ishizai Aratani Shoten is a stone material shop that manages the only active stone quarry in Takigahara, which used to have many stone quarries. In this program, Mr. Shuichiro Funatsu, a geoguide who is familiar with the Takigahara area, and Mr. Yumi Aratani, the owner of Stone Aratani Shoten, have teamed up to guide you through the traditional arch bridge and inside the quarry. This is a tour where you can fully experience the beauty and functionality of Takigahara stone, which is used in various places, from burial mounds and graves to bridges, the dirt floors of ordinary homes, and stylish cafes. After the tour, we will hold a consultation meeting where you can consult us if you are considering using it as a building material. *If you would like to participate in the workshop after the tour, please apply below. Plan name: [Ishikawa / Komatsu City] Visit the only remaining farm in Komatsu and experience stone processing ★Workshop included★ *For foreign nationals: Information on the day will be in Japanese only.

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• Age 3～Age 90
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Snow is fun! Experience making a mini snow igloo with Yokote's high-quality snow! Anyone can participate, including families with children and those who want to experience snow. Snow igloos are a seasonal feature of winter in Akita Prefecture. In Yokote, the "Yokote Snow Festival" is held every year on February 15th and 16th as a New Year's event to worship the water god, with a history of about 450 years. It is famous for the construction of about 80 snow igloos, each about 3 meters tall, throughout the city. In addition, about 2,000 "mini snow igloos" are made by local people and children every year at the venues of Yokote Minami Elementary School and Hebi no Sakigawahara, and candles are lit inside at night. Let's make an original mini snow igloo, one of a kind in the world, using the snow of Yokote, the home of snow igloos and a heavy snowfall area. After making the mini snow igloo, take a break with a hot drink. Candles will be lit in the mini snow igloo you made in the evening. Participants will also receive candles and Yokote sweets as gifts!

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• Age 20～Age 80
• 1 Day or more

[Yokote Hop Craft Beer Making Experience] Yokote is actually a famous hop producing area. We will hold a two-day event in Yokote where you can experience both hop making and brewing. [Day 1] You will not only visit the hop fields, but also experience the work. Beer after farm work should be especially delicious! A social gathering will also be held in the evening! We will guide you to a local deep izakaya. [Day 2] At a brewery in Yokote City, you can see craft beer making up close, which you cannot usually see. There will also be a tasting session that you have been waiting for. Craft beer will surely taste different if you drink it after knowing the process of how it is made. ✨We look forward to your participation! Please feel free to DM us for inquiries. Organizers Guide in Yokote "Amuse Hirajo" Guesthouse in Yokote "Stay&Work HIRAJO" Hop farmer Mito in Yokote Craft beer shop "SUNAO brewery" Dates ~~ ... Arrival 18:30Social gathering at a deep local izakaya *Only for those who wish to attend*Participation fee separate[Monday, May 26th]9:00Meet at SUNAO9:15-12:00Craft beer brewing experience12:30Tasting session starts*Cash on from the second drink15:00End and disbandNumber of participants~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~22,000 yen/person (tax included)*There is no parking space, so please arrange your own taxi for transportation. For an additional 11,000 yen/person, you can rent out Yokote's guesthouse "Stay&Work HIRAJO" exclusively, and we will also provide transportation. *Limited to one group (up to 4 people)Click here for the "Stay & Work HIRAJO" websiteWhat to bring~ ...

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 07:45

This is a trial course at Mountain Support Yamaya for those who want to start climbing mountains this year. In the climbing class for beginners, we will teach each customer various things related to mountain climbing such as how to climb and descend without getting tired, how to walk without slipping, how to use and choose equipment such as poles, etc. Beginners and veterans who want to learn from the basics are welcome to join this course. ~Experience flow~ Kokusai Kaikan Station (meet around 7:45) = Use car or bus = Convenience store = Shugakuin, Micazaka, Hiei Mountain Cable Car, Daihiei, Enryakuji, Piston, Shugakuin or Kitashirakawa, Parking lot = Kokusai Kaikan Station (expected return time 5-6pm) Approximately 5 and a half hours of walking *Depending on the time, you may also go down the cable car to Yase, Kyoto on the way back.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 20～Age 50
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 11:30

Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture, is one of the snowiest areas in the world. This tour will take you to see and experience the traditional event "Muko-nage and Suminuri," also known as the "Strange Festival of Echigo," held on Little New Year in the snow-covered Matsunoyama region. On December 5, 2024, Japan's "traditional sake brewing" was registered as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO! Niigata Prefecture has the most sake breweries in Japan, and alcohol is an inseparable and deep connection to the city. This time, you can visit Tsunan Brewery, sample sake, and shop! It's cold, but your body and mind will be warmed by this tour, where you can enjoy Tokamachi in winter!

• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 99
• 1 Day or more
• 13:00

Professional cyclists will lead the way and support safe and fun cycling. It is a great opportunity to improve your skills while receiving advice from professionals. Course setting adopted for "Mynavi Tour de Kyushu 2024": You can participate at your own pace while enjoying the beautiful scenery and tourist spots.

• For Rainy Days