Kansai in Hobby / Cultural experience Page 5

• Age 6～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 14:00 / 17:00 / 20:00

This is a plan to commemorate and make a pilgrimage to the sad sacred place where SAMURAI and his friends were defeated in the Osaka Siege in the last war and fell to the castle, wearing armor and helmets reminiscent of the battle. ~ A famous castle that records the history of prosperity and turmoil of the people of Japan ~ This is how Osaka Castle is introduced on its official website. However, there was no trace of Osaka Castle, which boasted of being impregnable, as all of the moats other than the main castle and the moat that had been dug back during the peace of Ieyasu's plot at the Osaka Siege were filled in. The Tokugawa army destroyed the Sanada army and invaded the castle one after another, led by the Echizen army led by Matsudaira Tadanao, who was the first to arrive.The fire set by a Tokugawa army informer in the main castle kitchen quickly destroyed the castle tower. Osaka Castle finally fell at midnight on the 7th. When Hinomoto's greatest soldier, Nobushige, was a hostage of the Toyotomi family, he was liked by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, so he was treated more like a vassal than a hostage. The reason Yukimura sided with Toyotomi, who was at an overwhelming disadvantage at the Battle of Osaka, was to protect his loyalty to Hideyoshi. ``This Yukimura was summoned to a place where he was simply trying to prolong his life, and he was given honor as a samurai. This kindness cannot be replaced by land or money. ''When Ieyasu tried to persuade him to defect, he said, ``I have no intention of defecting even if I receive half of Japan.'' ``If you forget your debts and indulge in self-interest, can you call yourself a human being?'' he left behind the words of Hinomoto's greatest soldier.

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• Age 6～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 14:00 / 17:00 / 20:00

Let's learn the bushido and experience the samurai spirit.What is the most important thing for a samurai? Wearing hakama, sandals, and a sword, and learning etiquette, manners, and kata. We call it the BUSHIDO sign.Next, as a BUSHIDO LEARN, you will experience the weight and sharpness of a real Japanese sword. We will learn the basics of swordsmanship (Battou and Nattou).We will take a break with SAMURAI TEA on the way. You will be entertained at a tea ceremony, as samurai risked their lives to "entertain" and "be entertained".Before participating in the final battle of the Warring States Period, the Battle of Osaka, the participants are asked to prepare for death and reflect on their own lives, writing their last words with a large brush on every piece of paper. This is called Deathbed calligraphy.At last, he puts on his armor and helmet to become a bushido master and goes to battle at the castle of Osaka to gain military merit in the battle of Osaka. However, when the defeat was imminent, the samurai, for the sake of honor, would not suffer the shame of the noose, even if they lost the battle, but would die by harakiri or cutting their belly before being captured.

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• Age 18～Age 80
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

One-of-a-kind antique kimono ¥5,000 includes kimono rental, hair set, bag, sandals and other small items rental! Wear a cool kimono with a Nagoya obi ☆ It's easy to come to the store empty-handed ♪ There are many kinds of kimonos to choose from, so it's going to be a really fun day ☆ A kimono rental shop right next to Fushimi Inari Taisha. ~ Flow of experience ~ ➀ Reception about 5 minutes Let's keep shoes and luggage and prepare to choose kimono lightly ♪ ② Kimono selection about 10 minutes Choose your favorite one from many kimonos ♪ ③ Dressing about 10 minutes Gentle dressing staff will quickly dress you so that you don't feel tired ④ Hair setting about 10 minutes Choose your favorite hairstyle from the catalog and make a makeover ♪ ⑤ Select accessories and pay about 5 minutes Choose your favorite bag and sandals and pay ⑥ Make a payment We will take a picture of the customer before departure ♪ Please take it home as a souvenir of the day ♪

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• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 80
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:30 / 16:30

*All my classes will be private until the corona converges. (We will change the number of participants after booking.) In this class, you can experience the basics of the tea ceremony and how to make matcha. Before guiding your friends from overseas, how about learning a little Japanese cultural keywords? It is sure to be a fun opportunity for people who want to test their English conversation skills and participate with people from overseas. (Please inquire in advance if there are any reservations from overseas customers for your desired schedule) Me (Omotesenke school professor) or my husband (both Omotesenke school and Urasenke school certificates) After enjoying the tea prepared by the chef, you can make your own tea and enjoy it. If you are with friends or family, it will be double the fun if you eat together. In our classroom, you can take a seat and draw hot water from the kettle to make the rice. It's not just an experience where everyone sits in the audience and stirs together with a bamboo whisk. I would like you to feel the real texture and weight of each small tool. I was born in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, and I am a qualified teacher of the Omotesenke school who still lives in Nakagyo Ward. Her husband is a descendant of Ihei Ito, who developed somei-yoshino, a cherry blossom variety that is world-famous as the national flower of Japan, at the request of Yoshimune, the eighth shogun of the Tokugawa family. In our classroom, in addition to the antiques given to us by various people and the tea bowls we collected ourselves, we also use old ones given to us by family members. Since sitting in the seiza style puts a lot of strain on the legs, we also offer an experience using a table and chairs called the ryurei style. If you tell us when you make a reservation, even children, the elderly, and people with concerns about their feet and knees can participate with peace of mind. I think there may be cases such as "I learned it a long time ago, but I somehow forgot it", "I don't understand it even if I read a book", "I don't have time to continue learning". Would you like to experience it when it's like that? After the experience, be sure to stop by the Tsukigama and numerous tea ceremonies that can be found throughout Kyoto. I'm sure there will be new discoveries and fun. We can accommodate a large number of people on school trips, family trips, training trips, etc. Our classroom is a member of the Kyoto City Tourism Association. If you have any questions about the detailed etiquette of the tea ceremony or have any questions, please feel free to ask. (Note) *You are free to take pictures before and after the class. *Please refrain from taking photos and videos during the instructor's demonstration.

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• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 14:30 / 16:30 / 19:00

"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 to paint the bear-shaped "Taimon-kun Cup" and the cat-shaped "Merumon-chan Cup". ☆ You can use two colors of underpainting, brown and navy blue. Eight colors of paint are available as an option ☆ You can also paint colorfully ♪ ☆ Taimon-kun and Melmon-chan are the mascot characters of Yu Kobo ☆ * The design that puts the face in the shape of an animal is registered as a design .. Taimon-kun Cup (Design Registration No. 14933292) Merumon-chan Cup (Design Registration No. 1559639) ☆ The completed work will be handed over about one 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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• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 18:00

This plan is a plan where you can experience silver work, pottery and painting in a full course. It will be a course where you can fully enjoy making things. It will be a plan to participate in a group of two people.

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• Date Spot
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• Age 5～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Let's freely make pottery with hand-made pottery. Creation of works only for you. Cups, bowls, dishes and figurines. Please finish it with your favorite work. If you become engrossed in pottery by touching the soil, all of your daily stress will be blown away. A sea breeze healing space. Would you like to relax with the soil, the people, the sea? Shishi pottery is a free-style Gal & pottery class.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 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

An electric potter's wheel experience where you concentrate on shaping the spinning clay. Even a slight distortion can cause the shape to collapse, so it's not something you can do quickly or easily. We will provide you with the maximum support, so even beginners can feel free to try pottery. The sense of accomplishment you feel when you finish is wonderful. [Experience flow] ① When the reservation time comes, enter the store and leave your luggage. ② When you sit down, fill in the address of the destination to which the finished product will be sent. ③ Before the experience, please tell the staff "the shape and size of the vessel you want to make". ④ The experience starts. Slowly and carefully stretch the clay vertically. ⑤ Once the clay is firmly stretched thinly, you can freely make any shape you like. (The experience time is about 45 minutes. 2 to 4 pieces are the guideline) ⑥ Please feel free to ask us to take photos with your smartphone during the experience. ⑦ After the experience, choose two pieces to be fired (firing the third piece and beyond costs an additional 2,000 yen per piece). ⑧ Your work will be carefully fired by the craftsmen of Zuikogama and delivered to you in one and a half to two months.

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• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30 / 16:00

This is a Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki pottery experience at Heian Gyokuo Touen. It is held on the first floor of Hotel Emion Kyoto in Umekoji, Kyoto, and is open to families, friends, and couples. You will use an electric potter's wheel to experience turning the potter's wheel with a Gyokuo Kiln potter. The craftsmen at the Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki kilns will provide gentle and careful guidance. A declaration of traditional crafts throughout Japan! Let's Togei (pottery) with Heian Gyokuo Touen! Notice of price change: The prices of main raw materials have continued to rise, and we have taken various measures to maintain prices, but it has become difficult to maintain the current price system, so we have decided to revise our prices, although we are very reluctant to do so. We appreciate your understanding. [Price change details]・Pottery wheel experience ¥4,400⇒¥5,500・Hand-kneading experience ¥4,400⇒¥5,500・Painting experience ¥3,850⇒¥4,400・Date of change ⇒November 1, 2024*The new prices will apply to reservations made after November 1. (*However, customers who make reservations for November or later by October 31 will be charged the current price.)

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• Age 16～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00

Many appearances in various media! It is a real samurai culture experience facility supervised by Isao Machii, the world's best Iaijutsu master who is also known for turning 6mm BB bullets flying at high speed into Iaido swords. You can not only try cutting with a Japanese sword, but also learn about the structure of the sword and how to use it properly, as well as a wealth of knowledge about samurai and Japanese swords. Don't miss this chance to experience the authentic samurai culture, where you can get rid of the misconceptions about samurai culture and swords that are spreading all over the world. Instruction will be given by Shushin-ryu Iaijutsu martial arts holders.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• 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 2～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 09:30 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 19:00

Recommended for customers who want to learn authentic tea ceremony You can learn authentic tea ceremony from a tea ceremony master who has a very difficult qualification. The tea ceremony master in charge is in charge of tea ceremonies at a sub-temple of a famous temple in Japan. This is a popular class that attracts many customers from Japan and abroad who want to learn this tea ceremony master. We receive many reservations from customers every month. The class is famous and has six classrooms in Osaka and Kyoto. Currently, we teach Japanese culture in classrooms, schools, companies, hotels, and community activities. It has been highly evaluated as an authentic cultural class by world-famous five-star hotels and companies. Achievements 5-star class with more than 1,000 reviews on other activity sites, and many awards. The classroom facility is an authentic tea room. We also have a special tea room that can only be used at our classroom. You can do it at this experience price. It is a price that can only be achieved at our classroom. In recent years, prices have been rising in countries around the world, but the price of our classroom in Japan has not changed since the old days. About the "Tea Ceremony Experience" (1) What you can only learn here (2) Etiquette * Please apply for this plan with the number of people who will be entering the room (we ask that those who only want to observe refrain from doing so)

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• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 09:30 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 19:00

We have received many reservations for Japanese culture experiences this month as well. We have also received offers from the world's most highly rated 5-star hotels and inquiries from people who saw our offer in the city's newsletter. Classroom PR A popular class that attracts many customers from Japan and overseas. When you search for "Japanese culture", the top-ranking classes are located in Kyoto and Osaka. We are currently promoting Japanese culture in classes, schools, hotels, community activities, and other ways to contribute to the local community. About the "Kimono Dressing Experience" (1) Select a yukata and obi (2) Dressing *Please apply for this plan based on the number of people who will be entering the room (we do not accept people who are just looking to observe)

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 16～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00

Many appearances in various media! It is a real samurai culture experience facility supervised by Isao Machii, the world's best Iaijutsu master who is also known for turning 6mm BB bullets flying at high speed into Iaido swords. It will be a commemorative photo plan where you can freely take pictures while wearing armor and enjoying the Sengoku warlord feeling.

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• In Door Activity

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

We will make authentic Kyoto confectionery under craftsmen's guidance. Please make memories that can stay in memory forever in Kyoto.

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• For Groups

• Age 20～Age 99
• 3～4 hours
• 13:00

Nadagogo, Japan's number one sake brewery, is a mecca for sake lovers, where you can enjoy free tours and tastings of more than 10 sake breweries. Sake breweries gather along the Hanshin Railway lines, and the roads are flat, making it perfect for walking around town.If you come to Kansai, please try it once. Sake made from high-quality sake rice (Yamada Nishiki) suitable for sake brewing and high-quality underground water rich in minerals. This is a tour around Nada, which has prospered as a famous sake production area since the Edo period because of its port.・A walking tour of Japan's No. 1 sake brewery, Nada Sake Brewery・Please try this tour where you can learn trivia, history, manufacturing process and more.・10 free tastings included, so be careful not to drink too much.

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• For Groups
• Activity Japan 2024 Fall Sale

• Age 1～Age 99
• 5～6 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

Would you like to enjoy your trip to Osaka in a traditional kimono? Our "Kimono 6-hour plan" allows you to experience the history and modern charm of Osaka in a traditional Japanese costume, a kimono. This plan allows you to decorate with hair accessories as much as you like. It is perfect for those who want to not only enhance the beauty of Japanese clothing but also express their individuality! In addition to kimono rental and hair styling, you can enjoy as many luxurious hair accessories as you like! We have a wide selection of items, from colorful flower decorations to traditional hairpins. Create your own style to further accentuate your special experience. Perfect for touring tourist attractions and taking commemorative photos! Why not add a gorgeous accent to your hairstyle to create even more wonderful memories? ■ Osaka Castle Osaka Castle, a landmark of Osaka, is attractive for its history and beautiful gardens. You can learn about the history surrounding Toyotomi Hideyoshi at the museum inside the castle, and you can enjoy a panoramic view of Osaka city from the castle tower. ■Dotonbori Yatai Village MatsuriDotonbori Yatai Village Matsuri, which will open on October 23rd, is a collective dining facility that recreates the traditional Japanese festival stalls so that you can enjoy festivals 365 days a year. Inside the facility, there are multiple stall-style stores, each serving different genres of Japanese cuisine. There is also a shooting gallery, so you can experience Japanese festival culture. ■DotonboriDotonbori is what comes to mind when you think of Osaka. It is famous for the Glico sign and the glow of the neon lights around Ebisubashi Bridge. It is a place where you can enjoy shopping and eating, and you can enjoy Osaka's famous gourmet food such as takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and kushikatsu. ■TsutenkakuTsutenkaku, which stands tall in Shinsekai, is one of Osaka's symbolic towers. From the observation deck, you can see the view of Osaka city, and in the Shinsekai area at your feet, you can feel the deep atmosphere of Osaka. ■Umeda Sky Building/Floating Garden ObservatoryUmeda Sky Building is characterized by its unique design, with two skyscrapers connected in the air. The daytime view is also wonderful, but the night view is especially spectacular, and you can enjoy the glittering city of Osaka. ■Kuromon Market Kuromon Market is also known as "Osaka's Kitchen" and is a market where you can purchase fresh seafood and local ingredients. It is a popular spot for tourists, and the appeal is that you can walk around and enjoy gourmet food. You can enjoy Osaka's unique cuisine, such as fresh seafood bowls, skewers, and takoyaki. ■Namba Yasaka Shrine Namba Yasaka Shrine is famous for its large lion-shaped shrine building, and is a unique shrine that amazes visitors. This lion's head is said to drive away evil spirits and bring good luck in games and academic success. *Notes* ・This course is a recommended attraction. It is not a tour. ・We can arrange a taxi from our shop to your destination. If you would like one, please ask our staff when you visit.

• Age 1～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 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 / 19:30

Wear a furisode and enjoy the vivid autumn leaves that can only be found in Japan! *The autumn leaves season in Osaka in 2024 is scheduled to be from mid-November to early December. This plan allows you to decorate your hair with unlimited hair accessories. In addition to renting a furisode, you can enjoy as many luxurious hair accessories as you like! We have a wide selection of items, from colorful flower decorations to traditional hairpins. Create your own style to further accentuate your special experience. Perfect for touring tourist attractions and taking commemorative photos! Why not add a gorgeous accent to your hairstyle to create even more wonderful memories? ■Minoh Park (Osaka) Located in northern Osaka, Minoh Park is an easy-to-visit autumn foliage spot. In the natural park centered around Minoh Falls, the area around the falls turns red during the autumn foliage season, creating a fantastic landscape. [Directions] Access by train: 1. Take the Midosuji Subway Line from Namba Station to Senri Chuo Station (approx. 30 minutes) 2. Transfer to the Hankyu Senri Line and go to Senri Chuo Station → Minoh Station (approx. 15 minutes) 3. From Minoh Station, walk for about 10 minutes to Minoh Park Travel time: Approx. 1 hour ■ Arashiyama (Kyoto) Arashiyama is one of Kyoto's most famous tourist destinations, and in the fall you can enjoy the spectacular autumn foliage. The view from Togetsukyo Bridge is particularly spectacular, and the spectacle of the colorful autumn leaves reflected on the river is a sight to behold. The contrast between the bamboo forests of Sagano and the autumn leaves is also worth visiting. [Directions] Access by train: 1. From Namba Station on the Midosuji Subway Line to Umeda Station (approx. 10 minutes) 2. From Osaka Station on the JR Tokaido Main Line to Kyoto Station (approx. 30 minutes) 3. From Kyoto Station to Saga-Arashiyama Station on the JR Sagano Line (approx. 15 minutes) 4. From the station, walk for about 15 minutes to Arashiyama Travel time: Approx. 1 hour 20 minutes ■ Nara Park (Nara) Nara Park is an attractive spot where autumn leaves and historical buildings come together. World Heritage sites such as Todaiji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and Kofukuji Temple are dotted within the park, and you can enjoy the autumn leaves against the backdrop of these sites. [Directions] Access by train: 1. Kintetsu Namba Line "Osaka Namba Station" → "Kintetsu Nara Station" (approx. 40 minutes) 2. About 10 minutes walk from Kintetsu Nara Station to Nara Park Time required: Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes ■ Himeji Castle (Hyogo) Himeji Castle is one of Japan's most famous castles, and its chalky white castle tower creates a stunning contrast with the autumn leaves. The grounds surrounding Himeji Castle are vast, and in autumn the trees turn red and yellow, creating a beautiful scene with the castle. [Directions] Access by train: 1. Subway Midosuji Line "Namba Station" to "Shin-Osaka Station" (approx. 15 minutes) 2. JR Sanyo Shinkansen "Shin-Osaka Station" → "Himeji Station" (approx. 30 minutes) 3. About 15 minutes walk from Himeji Station to Himeji Castle Time required: Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes

• Age 1～Age 99
• 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

Put on a kimono and stroll around the center of Osaka! Our "90-minute kimono plan" allows you to enjoy the Namba area, the center of Osaka, in a short amount of time and efficiently. ■Dotonbori Yatai Village FestivalDotonbori Yatai Village Festival, which will open on October 23rd, is a collective dining facility that recreates traditional Japanese festival stalls, allowing you to enjoy festivals 365 days a year. Inside the facility, there are multiple stall-style stores, each offering a different genre of Japanese cuisine. There is also a shooting range, so you can experience Japanese festival culture. ■Kuromon MarketKuromon Market is also known as "Osaka's Kitchen," and is a market where you can purchase fresh seafood and local ingredients. It is a popular spot for tourists, and its appeal is that you can enjoy gourmet food while walking around. You can enjoy Osaka-style dishes such as fresh seafood bowls, skewers, and takoyaki. ■Namba Yasaka ShrineNamba Yasaka Shrine is a unique shrine that is famous for its large lion-shaped shrine building, and surprises visitors. This lion's head is said to drive away evil spirits, and to bring luck in games and academic success. The temple grounds are relatively small, but the impressive lion's head building and the tranquil atmosphere are memorable. ■Dotonbori When you think of Osaka, you think of Dotonbori. It is famous for the Glico sign and the neon lights around Ebisubashi Bridge. It is a place where you can enjoy shopping and eating, and you can enjoy Osaka's famous gourmet foods such as takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and kushikatsu. At night, the riverside is lit up beautifully. ■Naniwa Palace Site Park Naniwa Palace Site Park is located in Chuo Ward, Osaka City, and is a historic site where the ancient capital was once built. This is the site of Naniwa Palace, which was built in 645 by Emperor Kotoku, who succeeded Prince Shotoku, as Japan's first full-scale palace. The remains of Naniwa Palace are preserved in the spacious park, and stone monuments and foundations remain, allowing you to stroll around while feeling the historical atmosphere. It is a spot where you can get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and experience ancient history. ■HozenjiHozenji is a small temple tucked away in the downtown area of Namba, Osaka, and is famous for its quiet appearance and the "Water-throwing Fudo Son". The statue of Fudo Myo-o at Hozenji is famous for worshippers pouring water on it with their wishes, and has been visited by many people for many years. In addition, the surrounding alleys, called Hozenji Yokocho, are lined with old-fashioned restaurants, where you can enjoy a charming Osaka night. ■MidosujiMidosuji is a major street that runs north and south through Osaka City, and is the main street of Osaka that runs from Namba to Umeda. Along this road, Osaka's business district, luxury brand stores, cafes, and more are lined up, and it is a place where you can enjoy shopping and strolling while feeling the lively city. In autumn, Midosuji is a popular spot for tourists, as the ginkgo trees line the street, which is about 4 km long, and is enveloped in vivid colors.

• Age 1～Age 99
• 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

Put on a kimono and stroll around the center of Osaka! Our "90-minute kimono plan" allows you to enjoy the Namba area, the center of Osaka, in a short amount of time and efficiently. ■Dotonbori Yatai Village FestivalDotonbori Yatai Village Festival, which will open on October 23rd, is a collective dining facility that recreates traditional Japanese festival stalls, allowing you to enjoy festivals 365 days a year. Inside the facility, there are multiple stall-style stores, each offering a different genre of Japanese cuisine. There is also a shooting range, so you can experience Japanese festival culture. ■Kuromon MarketKuromon Market is also known as "Osaka's Kitchen," and is a market where you can purchase fresh seafood and local ingredients. It is a popular spot for tourists, and its appeal is that you can enjoy gourmet food while walking around. You can enjoy Osaka-style dishes such as fresh seafood bowls, skewers, and takoyaki. ■Namba Yasaka ShrineNamba Yasaka Shrine is a unique shrine that is famous for its large lion-shaped shrine building, and surprises visitors. This lion's head is said to drive away evil spirits, and to bring luck in games and academic success. The temple grounds are relatively small, but the impressive lion's head building and the tranquil atmosphere are memorable. ■Dotonbori When you think of Osaka, you think of Dotonbori. It is famous for the Glico sign and the neon lights around Ebisubashi Bridge. It is a place where you can enjoy shopping and eating, and you can enjoy Osaka's famous gourmet foods such as takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and kushikatsu. At night, the riverside is lit up beautifully. ■Naniwa Palace Site Park Naniwa Palace Site Park is located in Chuo Ward, Osaka City, and is a historic site where the ancient capital was once built. This is the site of Naniwa Palace, which was built in 645 by Emperor Kotoku, who succeeded Prince Shotoku, as Japan's first full-scale palace. The remains of Naniwa Palace are preserved in the spacious park, and stone monuments and foundations remain, allowing you to stroll around while feeling the historical atmosphere. It is a spot where you can get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and experience ancient history. ■HozenjiHozenji is a small temple tucked away in the downtown area of Namba, Osaka, and is famous for its quiet appearance and the "Water-throwing Fudo Son". The statue of Fudo Myo-o at Hozenji is famous for worshippers pouring water on it with their wishes, and has been visited by many people for many years. In addition, the surrounding alleys, called Hozenji Yokocho, are lined with old-fashioned restaurants, where you can enjoy a charming Osaka night. ■MidosujiMidosuji is a major street that runs north and south through Osaka City, and is the main street of Osaka that runs from Namba to Umeda. Along this road, Osaka's business district, luxury brand stores, cafes, and more are lined up, and it is a place where you can enjoy shopping and strolling while feeling the lively city. In autumn, Midosuji is a popular spot for tourists, as the ginkgo trees line the street, which is about 4 km long, and is enveloped in vivid colors.

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Enjoy the charm of the Kansai region in a kimono throughout the day! Our "Kimono 1-Day Plan" allows you to experience not only Osaka, but also the surrounding historic cities and nature in a traditional kimono. This plan includes unlimited hair accessories. Not only does it enhance the beauty of Japanese clothing, but it is perfect for those who want to express their individuality even more! In addition to kimono rental and hair styling, you can enjoy as many gorgeous hair accessories as you like! We have a wide selection of items, from colorful flower decorations to traditional hairpins. Create your own style to further accentuate your special experience. Perfect for touring tourist attractions and taking commemorative photos! Why not add a gorgeous accent to your hairstyle to create even more wonderful memories? ■ Osaka Tour Spot 1: Osaka Castle Osaka Castle, a landmark of Osaka, is attractive for its history and beautiful gardens. You can learn about the history surrounding Toyotomi Hideyoshi at the museum inside the castle, and you can enjoy a panoramic view of Osaka city from the castle tower. In autumn, the trees around the castle turn red, creating a beautiful contrast with the stone walls and moats. Spot 2: Dotonbori When you think of Osaka, you think of Dotonbori. The Glico sign and the glowing neon lights around Ebisubashi Bridge are famous spots. It's a place where you can enjoy shopping and eating, and you can enjoy Osaka's specialty foods such as takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and kushikatsu. At night, the riverside is beautifully lit up. ■Nara Tour Spot 1: Todaiji Temple Todaiji Temple, which is also registered as a World Heritage Site, is a symbol of Nara. The Great Buddha Hall is home to the Great Buddha, one of the world's largest wooden structures, and you can feel its overwhelming scale. Located in Nara Park, deer are leisurely walking around, creating a unique Nara scene. Spot 2: Kasuga Taisha Shrine Kasuga Taisha Shrine, which has a history of over 1,300 years, is another symbolic shrine of Nara. The vivid vermilion-painted shrine building and the lanterns scattered across the vast grounds create a beautiful landscape. There is a virgin forest surrounding the temple, so you can enjoy nature walks. ■ Kyoto Tour Spot 1: Kiyomizu-dera Kiyomizu-dera, a representative tourist spot in Kyoto, is a place where you can fully experience the atmosphere of the ancient capital. In particular, the view overlooking the stage of Kiyomizu is spectacular, and you can enjoy cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn. Spot 2: Kinkaku-ji Although its official name is Rokuon-ji, this temple, known worldwide as Kinkaku-ji, is one of Kyoto's leading tourist attractions. The golden building reflected in the pond shows different charms in each season, and the beautiful contrast with the vivid red and yellow leaves is particularly stunning in the autumn foliage season. *Notes* ・This course is a recommended attraction. It is not a tour. ・We can arrange a taxi from our shop to your destination. If you would like one, please ask our staff when you visit the shop.

• Age 3～Age 100
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Waplus Nara is a 2-minute walk from JR Nara Station and a 10-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station. It is in a very convenient location. Come empty-handed ♪ We offer a special time to enjoy traditional Japanese beauty to your heart's content. Experience the traditional beauty of Japan through the tea ceremony. While learning the spirit of tea ceremony, you will also savor the depth of Japanese culture. You can spend an elegant time with Japanese sweets. ~Experience flow~ History talk → Tea talk → Tea making → Japanese sweets and tea

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• Age 6～Age 100
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You can enjoy full-fledged pottery with an electric wheeler from novices to seniors. From 2 kg of soil, choose within 2 pieces of work and bake it. Only hot water, bowls, etc. yen You can make a bowl of shape in earnest. The baking of the work takes about one month to one and a half months.

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The foundation of your favorite biscuit, which was served in a large hut We wish you 1 point, you can painting under paint. Paints you can use from six types. Let's put the picture in free pottery in your sense! The oven of the work will be after about one month to one and a half months.

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• Age 6～Age 100
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"Handmade soba Umarahara" holds a soba noodle experience classroom. How about experiencing soba noodles during Arashiyama sightseeing ♪ ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception (5 minutes) ② Explanations flow (5 minutes) ③ Hand wash, change of clothes, preparation (5 minutes) ④ Buckwheat noodle experience (45 minutes) ⑤ Tasting (30 minutes) ⑥ Class ends

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• Age 7～Age 100
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A small workshop located 4.8km east of Himeji Castle, a 15-minute drive away. How about a pottery experience between sightseeing? It is a plan of 2 hours experience time. In the pottery experience, you can make general tableware (tea bowls, vases, dishes etc.). It is an electric kiln that uses Bizen ware clay or clay blended with Bizen ware clay and red soil. The baked color will be ashes (hidden) or strawberry (hidasaki).

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Why don't you make original dishes while using an electric wheel? It is a plan to create from the lump of soil to the earth rolling (work to fix the soil and to put the soil in the middle of the roller) and to make the shape by yourself. I choose one from several made and bake it. (option Additional firing is also possible 1 work 800 yen)

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• Age 5～Age 100
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This plan will take you to a traditional Japanese townhouse, "Machiya," and experience a flower arrangement lesson. First, after arriving, you will arrange flowers using seasonal flowers. After arranging the flowers, display your beautiful arrangement in front of the garden and take lots of wonderful photos. After that, you will be guided around the townhouse, which was built in the Meiji period. There are three storehouses and six small gardens, so you can feel the seasonal breeze. Feel free to take photos during your stay and fully experience Japanese culture.

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• Age 0～Age 100
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• 13:00

This plan will take you to a traditional Japanese townhouse "Machiya" and participate in a tea ceremony in traditional costume in Kyoto. First, after arriving, you will be quickly dressed in a kimono made of real silk. After that, you will be guided around the townhouse built in the Meiji era. Listen to an explanation about the tea ceremony in the tea room and enjoy tea. You can experience the spirit of wabi-sabi as if you have traveled back in time to the Meiji era. Feel free to take photos during your stay and fully experience Japanese culture.

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