Kanto Reservation for Hobby / Cultural experience | Activity Japan Page 6

• Age 2～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00

We will send you an experience according to the season ♪ Until the end of February 2025, you can experience mochi pounding and ozoni making! [Mochi pounding and ozoni making experience] A fun hands-on workshop celebrating Japanese culture by pounding rice, shaping the mochi, and eating it deliciously. ① Welcome & Introduction Friendly staff will welcome you and introduce the history and evolution of mochi pounding. ② Pounding glutinous rice Pound the glutinous rice and knead it into a beautiful shape after the dough is made. ③ Cooking and plating Once the mochi is ready, it's time to make ozoni! Finally, add ingredients to finish it off and learn the technique of plating to make all the dishes visually enjoyable. ④ Tasting & photo time Taste the finished dishes and enjoy the taste of Japan. Take a photo of this moment to keep it as a memory.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 17:00

[Ramen making] Experience the fun of making ramen in Asakusa. From making fresh noodles to tasting, it's perfect for foodies and families alike. ① Welcome & Introduction Start with a friendly greeting from the staff, get equipped, and learn the flow of the activity. Learn the fascinating history of ramen and how it has evolved. ② Learn the techniques of ramen char siu Learn how to make delicious char siu and make your ramen making journey more fulfilling. ③ Noodle making Make the dough, knead it in the traditional way, and cut the fresh noodles. ④ Cooking and finishing Boil the hand-made noodles and complete the ramen with various toppings. ⑤ Tasting Enjoy the ramen you worked so hard to make to your favorite taste. ⑥ Photo shoot Take photos of all the steps and pose with the finished ramen!

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 14:00

[Samurai Swordsmanship and Archery Experience] Travel back in time and experience the world of the samurai! Learn swordsmanship and explore the legendary samurai traditions of Japan. ① Transform into a samurai Dress in a traditional hakama and embrace the spirit of Bushido, feeling the power and dignity of the samurai. ② Experience the history of the samurai Discover fascinating stories of the samurai's way of life, what it meant to follow the rules, and how they have shaped the history of Japan. ③ Unleash your inner samurai Experience the thrill of samurai swordsmanship! Learn powerful techniques, master precise movements, and acquire the discipline and concentration of a true samurai. ④ Commemorative photo Capture your transformation into a noble samurai in a photo and embody the samurai spirit.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00

[Knife-making workshop] Functional Japanese knives that highlight Japanese craftsmanship. Design and make your own knife in this hands-on workshop. ① History and craftsmanship of knives Explore the rich history of knife-making while learning how to sharpen with professional tools. ② Shaping Under guidance, carefully shape the blade and finish it into your desired design. ③ Carving and finishing Add a little personal touch with carving, or polish and finish. ④ Attach the handle and finish it. Attach the handle firmly to the knife to pursue a comfortable and durable fit. ⑤ Commemorative photo Take home not only the sharpened knife, but also a photo of your memories!

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00

[Ninja experience] Try becoming a ninja with shuriken, blowgun, sneaking, and more! Families are welcome to participate. ① Transform into a ninja First, transform into a ninja and start the experience! Costumes are available here ♪ ② Master throwing shuriken Learn the secrets of shuriken. After practicing throwing, you can also have a simple shuriken throwing battle! ③ Experience the feeling of being a ninja with a blowgun. Aim, blow, and shoot at the target! Experience the feeling of being a ninja with a blowgun. ④ Learn ninja techniques Learn ninja movements, sneaking, and escape techniques. In this workshop by Babu Crew, you can learn the key points of ninja secret arts. ⑤ Commemorative photo ♪ Take a group photo using props such as swords, scrolls, and traditional weapons. In addition, each participant will receive a certificate of completion with their name as a memento of their ninja training.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 3～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 15:00

[Early dinner included, greedy Satoyama experience] ~ Make hot chicken hotpot & bamboo pot rice with bamboo crafts and homemade bamboo pot ~ It also leads to social contribution of bamboo forest regeneration! Scoop Farm, which wants to pass on the beautiful Satoyama to future generations, is working on bamboo forest regeneration. You will experience Satoyama life through the bamboo materials generated in the process. [Bamboo craft production experience] Make a bamboo pot using bamboo. In addition, you can experience making various bamboo crafts as options! ☆ Additional options ☆ ・ Cup (500 yen / piece) ・ Bamboo Kappo (1000 yen / piece) ・ Stilts, bamboo lantern (2000 yen / piece each) ・ Bamboo speaker, Kappo sake sake vessel making (1500 yen / piece) etc. You can take home the chopsticks you made ♪ If you wish, please let us know when you make a reservation. Each will add about 5 to 30 minutes to the production time. *We may not be able to accommodate without a reservation. [Making rice in a bamboo pot] Using thick bamboo from the mountain behind "Farm Restaurant and Cafe Zeze," owned by Scoop Farm, we will make a "bamboo pot" for cooking rice and making chicken hotpot. First, cut the bamboo to make the pot, then put the prepared rice and ingredients in it and put it on the fire. If you wish, you can also experience lighting the stove. In addition to rice and hot pot, we will have an early dinner with a dish using vegetables from the farm and a dessert using vegetables from the field. If you would like to make bamboo crafts as an option, you can make your own chopsticks, chopstick rests, and cups while the pot is on the fire and wait for the rice and hot pot to be completed. In addition, you can order additional meals, side dishes, and drinks on the farm restaurant's business days (LO 14:30). You can add sake (600 yen / 1 cup) for Kappo sake. (This is not available to those who drive a car.) [An experience that also contributes to society] Abandoned bamboo forests are a problem all over the country. Problems such as forestry control, animal damage, and landscape deterioration are occurring. Bamboo crafts and bamboo pot experiences will help solve these problems that are spreading all over Japan. Let's have fun interacting with bamboo and incorporating it into our lives!

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 9～
• 2～3 hours
• 10:30 / 11:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 18:30

It is an experience of painting a colorful elegance on a small dish using five colors of Kutani. There are not much classrooms handling Kutani even in Tokyo. I will draw a stroke of vegetables and flowers and other designs while learning brush writing on two square small plates. Brilliant colors are unique in Kutani. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① The instructor will Explanations how to rub the brush and how to rub the pigment. (15 minutes) ② I will actually draw. (90 minutes) ③ Explanations picking up the First name work etc. (15 minutes)

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 15～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 16:00

Learn the knot that makes a round shape and make earrings / pierced earrings. You can take home the finished accessories. You can take home the unused mizuhiki and parts included in the kit. komorebi This is the contents of Mizuhiki course C3. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Seating, explanation (5 minutes) ② Kit confirmation (10 minutes) ③ Production (90 minutes) ④ Wrapping and cleaning up (5 minutes)

• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Casually! Fun! This is a program where you can experience the traditional Japanese culture of "martial arts" and "kendo"! Of course, you can experience the sport of kendo, but you can also experience the mind and spirit. The theme of the experience program is "Senshin", which means to remove the dirt and bad feelings from your mind and have a pure heart. Based on that theme, we have five programs such as "listen", "touch", "do", "watch" and "interact" that allow you to experience the spirit of martial arts and traditional Japanese culture through kendo. You will hear about the history of kendo, touch and wear kendo equipment, and actually do some striking. You will also watch a kendo match between high-ranking practitioners, and the program lasts for about three hours. There will also be free time for mutual exchanges and photography. The instructors are high-ranking practitioners with a 7th dan kendo instructor and a 6th dan kendo instructor, so you can learn real martial arts/kendo. Participants will receive a "KenDo!-Spirit" original Japanese-made tenugui hand towel! All kendo equipment is available for rental, so you can come empty-handed. Everyone from children to adults can enjoy the experience casually and with fun, and we will help you create unforgettable memories.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 12:30

[Vegetable harvesting + farm lunch experience] - Experience real agriculture in a casual setting! - [Agricultural experience] Experience agriculture at Scoop Farm, which is committed to organic farming. This experience takes place in a tranquil setting that is sometimes used for filming TV dramas and promotional videos. You will get a taste of the actual farm work for about 10-15 minutes, focusing on the tasks that cannot be mechanized. In addition to spreading compost, picking up tree roots, removing weeds, and preparing the soil to revive abandoned farmland to its former Satoyama form, you will also do a wide range of tasks, including watering to prevent drought, sowing seeds and planting seedlings, and shipping products. You will experience farm work by focusing on "what is actually being done" rather than "an experience prepared for the experience." After participating a few times, you may be able to become a farmer yourself. - [Harvesting experience] Try harvesting seasonal vegetables! Our staff will kindly teach you the tricks to finding ripe vegetables. We will also teach you the necessary knowledge to enter organic farmland. You can take home the vegetables you harvest! *November to December is the off-season (when crops are replaced) for the fields, so the experience will be centered around farm work. If you are unable to harvest, you can receive vegetables from a nearby partner farm as a souvenir. [Food Experience] Enjoy lunch at "Farm Restaurant and Cafe Zeze," which serves vegetables from the farm. *The vegetables you harvest will change depending on the crop situation on that day.

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups