Kanto Reservation for Hobby / Cultural experience | Activity Japan
- Age 3~Age 90
- 1~2 hours /2~3 hours
- 11:30
Join us for a delightful culinary experience where both children and adults can crafting adorable Teddy Bear Character Bento! Immerse yourself in Japanese culture through this fun and creative meal, featuring vibrant ingredients and charming designs that make for an unforgettable enjoy experience.
- Age 12~Age 99
- 1~2 hours
- 14:00 / 17:00
Only on October 26th! This program allows you to experience the history, culture, and performances of Kabuki, a traditional performing art from the Edo period. Kabuki actor Onoe Ukon will be guesting as a lecturer. He will provide detailed explanations on the history, cultural background, performances, costumes, actors, and more of Kabuki. Experience and learn choreography under the guidance of a professional. Images on this page provided by Shochiku Co., Ltd. and Kabukiza Co., Ltd. ★ Onoe Ukon Born May 28, 1992. Second son of Kiyomoto Enjudayu, the seventh head of the Kiyomoto family. His great-grandfather was Onoe Kikugoro VI, and his maternal grandfather was actor Tsuruta Koji. At the age of 7, he made his debut as Matsumushi in the Kabukiza play Maizuru Setsugekka under his real name Okamura Kensuke. At the age of 12, he took on the name Onoe Ukon II in roles such as Chobei's daughter Okusa in Ninjyoban Bunshichi Motoyui at the Shinbashi Enbujo. He took on the stage name Kiyomoto Eijudayu in January 2018. This tour offers foreign tourists the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of Kabuki, a classical theater performance from the Edo period. Professional Kabuki actors will act out selected scenes and provide detailed explanations of the history of Kabuki, theatrical performance, costumes, and the cultural significance of the actors. Participants will also have the opportunity to learn choreography under the guidance of the actors. ~Experience procedure~ Course A: (14:00) Meet in front of Inari Shrine in front of the Kabukiza Theatre Visit the gallery on the 4th floor of the Kabukiza Tower ➡ Go down the Goemon Stairs to see the Japanese roof tiles and rooftop garden ➡ 5th floor Kobikicho Hall (14:30-16:30) Experience Kabuki at Kobikicho Hall Course B: (17:00) Meet in front of Inari Shrine in front of the Kabukiza Theatre Visit the gallery on the 4th floor of the Kabukiza Tower ➡ Go down the Goemon Stairs to see the Japanese roof tiles and rooftop garden ➡ 5th floor Kobikicho Hall (17:30-19:30) Experience Kabuki at Kobikicho Hall
- Age 13~Age 75
- 2~3 hours
- 10:00
Learn more about kimono in this exclusive experienceMy service is for anyone who wants to know more about kimono and how to wear an authentic one by themselves. Have a wonderful time experiencing this in the country side west of downtown Tokyo, in Hino City. This is a class held at a home in Hino City, a suburb of Tokyo, where you don't just get dressed in a kimono, but you try putting it on yourself. There is a lot to learn by actually doing it while listening to a simple explanation of kimono, such as what is used and in what order to wear it. Everything you need is provided. Please come and experience it. ~Flow of the experience~9:50 Meeting10:00 Arrive at the venue. Explain the flow of the day. (Short break)10:20 Choosing a kimonochoose what they want to wear on the day of the event from the kimonos prepared in advance.10:30 lesson start12:00 End of lesson After the lesson, after taking pictures of each person and spending time with them, we took a short break and dismissed when all the mini-courses (optional) on how to use furoshiki were over.
- Age 3~Age 90
- 1~2 hours
- 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00
A plan to rent a complete kimono set including accessories. Wear your favorite kimono and enjoy the town of Asakusa freely. You can wear the rented costume until 5:30 pm on the day.
- Age 3~Age 90
- 1~2 hours
- 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00
A plan to rent a complete kimono set including accessories. Wear your favorite kimono and enjoy the town of Asakusa freely. You can wear the rented costume until 5:30 pm on the day.
- Age 3~Age 90
- 1~2 hours
- 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00
A plan to rent a complete kimono set including accessories. Wear your favorite kimono and enjoy the town of Asakusa freely. You can wear the rented costume until 5:30 pm on the day.
- Age 10~Age 80
- 1~2 hours
- 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 20:00
By calmly facing yourself through meditation, you can let go of the ego that binds you and free your mind. Zen meditation is not an extraordinary experience; it lies in your daily life.
- Age 6~Age 80
- 2~3 hours
- 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
This is a manga lesson by a professional manga artist. You will create chibi characters and four-panel manga. (2 hours) Instructor: Kazuo Maekawa A manga artist with 25 years of experience. His representative works are "Ace Attorney" and "Ace Attorney Investigations", which have been translated and sold around the world. Children and adults alike can learn the history of manga and draw manga in the traditional way. We also provide tools for drawing manga (pens, ink, manga paper, etc.). Let's experience manga, one of Japan's most representative pop culture, together! English interpretation will be provided during the lesson. This course allows you to learn more specialized manga techniques.
- Age 6~Age 80
- 2~3 hours
- 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
This is a manga lesson by a professional manga artist. You will create original characters and four-panel manga. (2 hours required) Instructor: Kazuo Maekawa A manga artist with 25 years of experience. His representative works are "Ace Attorney" and "Ace Attorney Investigations", which have been translated and sold around the world. Children and adults alike can learn the history of manga and draw manga in the traditional way. We also provide tools for drawing manga (pens, ink, manga paper, etc.). Let's experience manga, one of Japan's most representative pop culture! English interpretation will be provided during the lesson.
- Age 0~Age 100
- 5~6 hours
- 10:00
For 4 days only, we will be offering a plan where you can enjoy a special lunch prepared by a top chef and a Japanese cultural experience at the VIP lounge of the National Stadium. In addition to offering a "fusion of French and Japanese cuisine" by Iwao Asamizuya, the owner and chef of the French restaurant and deli "Maison de Cerise" in Daikanyama, and Japanese cuisine by Sadaharu Nakajima, the owner of "Shinjuku Kappo Nakajima," you will also have the rare opportunity to see the VIP area of the National Stadium, which is normally off-limits. *Consecutive interpretation from Japanese to English will be provided. ■Profile ・Iwao Asamizuya (French: November 18th, November 25th) Owner and chef of "Maison de Cerise." Born in Tokyo in 1971. He discovered the joy of cooking when he was in high school and became involved in cooking after graduating from a vocational school. At the age of 22, he was fascinated by French cuisine and traveled to France. After that, he studied under Toki at Terra's, Auberge Kusunoki, and Ginza Lecan, and at the age of 29, he opened Maison de Cerise in Setagaya. After seven years of activity, he moved to his current location in Daikanyama. It was renovated in January 2017 and continues to operate today. His philosophy is to always approach cooking with an attitude that puts the ingredients first. He travels around the country every day in search of delicious food and ingredients. ・Nakajima Sadaharu (Japanese cuisine: November 6th, November 20th) Owner and head chef of Shinjuku Kappo Nakajima. Born in Hiroo, Shibuya Ward, Tokyo in 1956. His grandfather was Nakajima Sadajiro, the first head chef of Hoshioka Saryo, run by Kitaoji Rosanjin, and he was born and raised in a family of chefs. After training in Kyoto, he succeeded his father, Sadazo, as the second-generation owner of Shinjuku Kappo Nakajima in 1980. With the taste and technique he has honed since he was a child, he expresses both traditional and new Japanese cuisine. He is highly regarded in the culinary world. He is active in many areas, including media appearances and writing. ・Aoyagi Misen (Japanese culture experience/calligraphy: November 18th, November 25th) He began learning calligraphy at the age of 4 under the influence of his grandmother. He has performed calligraphy performances in over 10 countries around the world. In Japan, he has written calligraphy for the TV anime "Dororo" based on the original work by Osamu Tezuka, the famous hunting game "Monster Hunter Rise", and other games. In 2020, he performed an opening calligraphy performance in front of approximately 58,000 spectators at the "99th Emperor's Cup Final", which was held as the opening sporting event at the National Stadium. The following year, he worked on the VIP room work and the wall work in the flash interview zone at the National Stadium, and has a deep connection with the sacred National Stadium. In 2023, he will perform a dedication calligraphy at the World Heritage Site "Koyasan". He works under the motto of tradition and innovation and has appeared on TBS's "Jonetsu Tairiku." He has been serving as a PR ambassador for the "Shodo Performance Koshien" since 2022. ・Japanese Culture Experience/Karate: November 6th and November 20th *Performance and practical experience (kata) are planned. *Kata performance performers: All Japan Championship contestants (high level)
- Age 2~Age 100
- 3~4 hours
- 10:30
We start by splitting real bamboo and making a platform for nagashi somen! We harvest the vegetables to be cooked in the pesticide-free vegetable field and cook them together. The menu is vegetarian (vegan). Enjoy freshly picked seasonal vegetables. Nagashi somen is an experience where you neatly assemble split bamboo and eat the noodles that flow under water. The nagashi somen platform made from real bamboo is very beautiful, fun and a wonderful experience. After the meal, you can also try your hand at bamboo crafts if you wish.
- Age 18~Age 75
- 1~2 hours
- 13:00
You can actually use a Japanese sword, which is said to be the soul of the samurai, and try cutting it. The experience of touching the soul of the samurai will surely transform you. Tennen Rishin-ryu swordsmanship, which began in the Edo period, is still passed down today, and at the Tennen Rishin-ryu Hino Dojo, students of the school hone their swordsmanship skills. You too can learn Tennen Rishin-ryu at an actual dojo. The swordsmen who trained Tennen Rishin-ryu in Hino formed the Shinsengumi, which was said to be the strongest group of swordsmen at the end of the Edo period, and were called the last samurai. By experiencing swordsmanship in Hino, the hometown of the Shinsengumi, you can feel the history and culture of the last samurai. The experience program is led by Masao Inoue, a descendant of Shinsengumi leader Genzaburo Inoue and chairman of the Tennen Rishin-ryu Hino Dojo.
- Age 3~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
The owner of Kimonoya Sara has worked at Hatsuko Endo Weddings at the Imperial Hotel Tokyo for 20 years. Why not stroll around Kawagoe in a beautiful kimono, dressed by a hairdresser and kimono dresser with plenty of experience who have cooperated with many TV shoots? We also have Sara's original special size, 5L for men and women, and a tall size.
- Age 0~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
- 09:00
This tour allows you to visit a Japanese sumo stable. An experienced guide will explain the culture and traditions of sumo. After watching the practice, you can enjoy taking a commemorative photo with a real sumo wrestler! After watching the sumo practice, you will also have the chance to visit a vast Japanese garden and a museum that recreates Japan in the Edo period, providing a valuable experience of immersing yourself in Japanese history.
- Age 10~Age 80
- 1~2 hours
- 08:00
This plan is recommended for sumo fans and those who are welcoming guests from overseas. Sumo is a popular Japanese martial art and combat sport with a long tradition dating back to ancient times. On this tour, you can watch the serious training of sumo wrestlers in preparation for the main tournament (match), which you cannot usually see, and take photos with the wrestlers. Also, while you can watch the main tournament (match) from afar, this tour offers the valuable experience of watching the powerful wrestlers up close, which is unique to morning training. A guide will escort you from the meeting point, Honjo-Azumabashi Station, to the sumo stables. ~Schedule~07:45 Meet at Toei Asakusa Line Honjo-Azumabashi Station Exit A0 (after the elevator) *An English guide will be waiting for you with a name board (we also speak Japanese) ↓The guide will escort you to Takasago stable (about 10 minutes walk) ↓Around 08:00 About 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours Watching morning training ↓Around 09:30 to 10:30 End after taking a commemorative photo Disband on site
- Age 6~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
- 18:30
This is a special experience where you can experience Japan's oldest performing art, "Sato Kagura," right before your eyes in a hidden practice hall that is normally off-limits to the public.
- Age 5~Age 100
- Within 1 hour
- 12:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 19:00
Experience a traditional Japanese event with a mochi-pounding experience in Tokyo. Learn about the history and traditions of mochi-pounding and taste freshly made delicious mochi. Experience a traditional Japanese event that can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. Learn about the history and traditions of mochi-pounding and enjoy pounding mochi with a mallet and mortar. Taste freshly made delicious mochi. The event begins with an explanation of the history and traditions of mochi-pounding, followed by a demonstration by experienced staff of the basic steps and tips of mochi-pounding. Afterwards, experience pounding mochi using a mallet and mortar. After pounding the mochi, taste a variety of dishes made with mochi.
- Age 4~Age 90
- 2~3 hours
The instructor, a nationally certified guide-interpreter, will teach you how to make sushi rice, cut tuna, grate wasabi, and make three types of sushi (nigiri, rolled, and gunkan) at his home (a tower apartment directly connected to Higashi-Ikebukuro Station), and have you actually make them. After that, you will eat the sushi you made with the miso soup made by the instructor. You will receive a gift of the instructor's recipe and an easy-to-make kit used to make the rolled sushi. ~Experience flow~ ① Sushi making (about 1 hour 40 minutes) You can experience making sushi rice, cutting fish, grating wasabi, and making three types of sushi. ② Sushi party (about 1 hour 10 minutes) Eat the sushi you made with miso soup prepared by the instructor. The instructor is a guide-interpreter, so please feel free to ask any questions. The time it takes to make sushi varies from person to person. Since it is one group, we can respond flexibly and will not charge for extended hours.
- Age 4~Age 90
- 4~5 hours
The instructor, who is a nationally certified guide-interpreter, will guide you through the Tsukiji Outer Market and buy fresh fish (tuna, salmon, sea bream, yellowtail) and wasabi. After that, you will travel by subway to the instructor's home (a tower apartment directly connected to Higashi-Ikebukuro Station). At the instructor's home, you will learn how to make sushi rice, how to cut tuna, how to grate wasabi, and how to make three types of sushi (nigiri, rolled, and gunkan), and you will actually make them. After that, you will eat the sushi you made with miso soup made by the instructor. You will receive a gift of the instructor's recipe and an easy-to-make kit used to make rolled sushi. ~Experience flow~ ① Stroll around Tsukiji (about 1 hour) The instructor will explain Japanese ingredients, etc. to you. If there is something you want to buy, the instructor will take you to the store. ② Travel to the instructor's home (about 40 minutes) by subway. It will take about 40 minutes, but during that time, the instructor will explain about Japan. ③ Sushi making (about 1 hour 40 minutes) You can experience making sushi rice, cutting fish, grating wasabi, and making three types of sushi. ④ Sushi party (about 1 hour 10 minutes) Eat the sushi you made with miso soup prepared by the instructor. The instructor is a guide-interpreter, so please feel free to ask any questions. If guests go shopping in Tsukiji, the party will take longer. We will shorten the party time so that it will end in 4 and a half hours. Time extensions are available free of charge.
- Age 12~Age 100
- 1~2 hours
- 14:00
This is a hands-on class for foreign visitors to Japan to experience the traditional Japanese culture of calligraphy. Located in Jimbocho, the town of second-hand books, this calligraphy class is supported by leading instructors who will help you have a memorable experience of Japanese culture, calligraphy. We will assign kanji to your name and prepare a sample in advance. First, while grinding the ink, the instructor will explain the calligraphy tools, how to sit, how to hold and use the brush, etc. You will be carefully taught how to write the kanji for your name, your favorite characters, or the words you want to write, and at the end, you will finish it into a colored paper or fan to take home as a souvenir. All tools will be provided. Please feel free to join us empty-handed.
- Age 12~Age 70
- Within 1 hour
- 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00
A 10-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Shibuya Station B1 exit, the Jinnan area of Shibuya Ward is lined with stylish cafes and apparel shops. You can casually experience tea culture, which is often thought of as being high-class. At the teahouse "Kakoi" run by organic matcha brand EAST GREEN MATCHA, you can learn about the history of matcha and the tea ceremony, experience the host preparing thin tea, and finally make matcha yourself. English support is also available, so we are also happy to welcome guests from overseas. You can rejuvenate your mind and body with the tea ceremony, which has a history of over 400 years!
- Age 6~Age 90
- 2~3 hours
- 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 16:00
Draw calligraphy or a painting and have it turned into a traditional Japanese "kakejiku" (hanging scroll). By finishing it as a kakejiku, your work will be beautifully preserved for over 100 years and will become a lifelong memory to decorate your home. By turning your handmade work into a kakejiku, you can experience Japanese culture in depth. Our company was founded in 1936 and has been providing traditional crafts for over 80 years. By drawing calligraphy or a painting with a brush and ink, you can enjoy a unique Japanese experience. Kakejiku uses techniques with over 1000 years of history to create a work of wabi-sabi that is refined for beauty and preservation. You can choose to make a full-fledged kakejiku or a simple magnetic tapestry, and take home the work you made that day.
- Age 6~Age 100
- Within 1 hour
- 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00
Would you like to experience fake tattoos of Japanese kanji and katakana? This is a body paint that draws realistically using a unique technique using an airbrush. An airbrush is a type of spray painting tool used for painting. It is completed in a short time (10 to 15 minutes) and is a special paint that is safe for the skin, so it is safe for children. First, choose your favorite Japanese and pattern design from the sample collection. Then, from the application of color to the final finishing, a professional artist will use his or her skills to complete the body art. All you have to do is sit back and relax. You can observe how wonderful art is created. Body painting can also be designed with your own name or picture other than the sample collection. If you would like a design other than the sample collection, please contact us at the time of reservation. * Original designs other than the sample collection will incur an additional charge. Enjoy your trip to Japan coolly by wearing kanji and katakana that express the spirit of Japan!
- Age 4~Age 80
- Within 1 hour
- 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 16:00 / 19:00
Group discount for 10 to 15 people! "Samurai Drama" is a sword fighting show performed by actors active in movies and stage plays. It is held in an old house in Asakusa, Tokyo. In a space that makes you feel like you have traveled back in time to an old Japan, we will present "Samurai Drama - An original story of MUSASHI, the master swordsman with two swords." You can watch the samurai drama show up close, just like in a movie. You can only experience this power and realism here!
- Age 7~Age 85
- 1~2 hours
- 14:00
Would you like to experience the heart-shaking Japanese drumming together? This workshop is filled with the thoughts of Mr. Junya Tsukamoto, a representative Japanese drummer who says, "I want to convey the greatness of Japanese drumming to the world." After enjoying the story behind Japanese drumming and the dynamic performance of a professional, you can actually experience playing Japanese drums. Learn how to play directly from a professional and practice, and finally have an emotional finale with a session with everyone. Let's create unforgettable memories in Tokyo together! 2 hours, free drinks included! ~Experience flow~ ① About the history and types of Japanese drums Mr. Tsukamoto will talk about Japanese drums. ② Mr. Junya Tsukamoto, live performance Enjoy the powerful professional performance! ③ Playing lessons, song practice From here on, you are the main character! Learn how to play Japanese drums and practice the session. ④ Everyone's session! At the end, everyone will play one song! Enjoy the fun and excitement of matching the sounds. You will feel like you're on stage!
- Age 12~Age 70
- 1~2 hours
- 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00
This is a full-scale archery experience plan supervised by archer Ando Kotaro, who has appeared on many TV shows and radio programs! Would you like to try traditional archery that is a little different from Kyudo? Did you know that Kyudo did not exist during the samurai era before the Edo period (such as the Sengoku and Muromachi periods)? It will satisfy a wide range of levels, from the basics for beginners to practical practice of attaching an arrow to a waist and rapid shooting practice for those with Kyudo experience. Even those who are not physically strong can enjoy archery with peace of mind, as we also lend out short and weak bows and accommodate experiences while sitting on a chair. The event will be held outdoors.
- Age 5~Age 100
- Within 1 hour /1~2 hours
- 11:10 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 16:00 / 17:00
Create your own original work using your favorite art materials such as paints and pens. You can also decorate it with stickers and ribbons. It's a great way to commemorate your trip and can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. Inquiries and on-site support will be in Japanese. Please prepare your own translation app.
- Age 7~Age 100
- 1~2 hours
- 12:00
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 how to make sushi to how to make the rice. Each participant will actually make sushi and fully feel the joy of making it with their own hands. We will carefully support you 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 truly exceptional. In addition, as a commemoration of the experience, you will receive an experience certificate and a special souvenir filled with Japanese culture and tradition. Please enjoy the profound charm of sushi through this special experience. We look forward to your participation.
- Age 0~Age 13
- Within 1 hour
- 09:30 / 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
Kimono and yukata are available in sizes from 100cm to 140cm for both men and women, and romper-type sizes from 80cm to 90cm are also available.
- Age 16~Age 90
- Within 1 hour
- 09:30 / 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
Go out looking cool and stylish! Stand out with a long kimono style, ensemble, or haori and hakama (optional)!
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