Traditional culture experience in Japan Page 13

• 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. Isao Machii himself, the founder of Shushin-ryu Iaijutsu martial arts, will be the instructor.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

A swordsmith will teach you the techniques of Japanese sword making and spend a whole day making a short sword with a blade length of less than 30 cm. During the experience, charcoal cutting, tamaheshi, tsutsubokashi, forging, unbending, fire making, soil placement, quenching, and blacksmith sharpening will be performed. The sword will then be registered and sharpened at a later date, and will be shipped to your home along with a registration certificate. If you select an option, you can also choose a Japanese sword such as a wakizashi (large) (small), katana, or tachi. Registration, packaging, and shipping fees are all included in the price. *Due to the Firearms and Swords Possession Control Act, the swordsmith will engrave the swordsmith's name on the sword. It is possible to engrave the participant's name as well. In addition, registration and sharpening are required, so it will take 6 to 9 months to deliver the sword. *The address, name, and phone number are required for the owner's details for the registration review and for shipping the finished product. If they are different from those registered with Activity Japan, please be sure to contact us here. If there is no contact, we will register and ship the sword as is. *If shipping overseas, please check for yourself whether the country can receive Japanese swords. In addition, export procedures, packaging fees, and shipping fees will be required separately. The amount varies depending on the country, so please contact us in advance. Payment will be made in cash on the day. *Damaged or scratched acrylic cases cannot be repaired, so please handle them carefully.

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 19:00

We will visit “Kobo Daishi aka Kukai” in Okunoin graveyard between early dinner and bedtime. Licensed guides who can speak English take you the enjoyable tour.You will see a mystical Okunoin which is totally different from the daytime.

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours

You can feel free to experience mud dyeing, one of the processes of authentic Amami Oshima Tsumugi. We have T-shirts, shawls, eco bags, and handkerchiefs, so please come empty-handed. If you wish, we can change to the indigo dyeing experience. Please avoid white clothes as much as possible and wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.

• In Door Activity

• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

It is a plan that you can take pictures as much as you want in the facility by wearing the authentic Amami Oshima Tsumugi from the top of your clothes. We rent tripods and selfie sticks, so we can accommodate from one person to a group. We have a wide range of products for men, kids and babies, so please take a commemorative photo.

• In Door Activity
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 14:00

Soft and fragrant "Kyoto It is a set of chopstick making of the famous wood Kitayama cedar "and a cupboard making of Yuzen that dyes a pattern using a pattern. Every time the wood is squeezed lightly, a faint scent spreads around. Why don't you try to make chopsticks in one room of Kyomachiya where such air flows?

• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 05:00 / 15:00

Pets allowed! English available! This is a hot air balloon experience that can be enjoyed by everyone from children to adults, people from overseas, people who are afraid of heights, people in wheelchairs, medical buggies, and even pets. We will work with you from assembly to create many photogenic scenes. Listening to an explanation of its mechanism and history before riding a hot air balloon is sure to be even more impressive. The tour also runs in the afternoon from October to mid-April, so don't worry if you can't come in the morning. There is also a guest house where you can stay the night before, and we will guide you to a luxurious way of spending the night that only pilots know. *The minimum number of participants is 4 people. Please note that if this is not reached, the order will be cancelled. Please note that there is no minimum number of participants for the free flight experience.

• With Pets
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 12～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

At Oiran Experience Studio Arare, you can experience being a gorgeous oiran in Kyoto. The Sakuraka plan for women costs 7,700 yen and includes dressing, natural makeup, hair setting, photography by a photographer, and 5 minutes of photography with a smartphone in the studio. We also do group photography for two or more people. There are other full options, so please feel free to apply. [Sakuraka Plan] *This plan is for women only. The Sakuraka plan, which is popular among pale-skinned girls, includes dressing, hair and makeup, photography, and 5 minutes of photography with a smartphone in the studio. Recommended for these people: *If you come to Kyoto, you want to be photographed in a kimono! *You don't like flashy hair and makeup like oiran *You want to be photographed in a popular lace kimono and be different from others! *You don't want to be too exposed *The uchikake will only be worn when our photographer takes the photo, and you will only be able to enjoy the kimono inside during selfies. Choose your favorite and enjoy your ideal oiran. We also offer half wig and full wig options, so those with short hair can rest assured. ◇Price 7,700 yen◇Time Approximately 1.5 hours and up *From arrival to payment, it takes about 1.5 hours on average for one person. For two people, it takes about 2 to 2.5 hours on average. ◇Access 3 minutes walk from JR Kyoto Station <Plan includes> Dressing, hair setting, makeup, photographer photo + 5 minutes of smartphone photo shoot in the studio (You can choose from 2 types of hair setting.)｡o○o｡+｡o○o｡+｡o○o｡+｡o○o｡+｡o○o｡+｡o○o｡＜Recommended PONT＞① Customize your favorite options and finish the look of the oiran you want to be♪ As an additional option from the basic plan, you can choose and purchase the number of photos you like, such as wigs for hair setting, items for makeup, and photo data taken by the photographer. You can customize your favorite options and create memories with a satisfying oiran experience. *Hair and makeup items and photo data are not included in the basic plan. ② We have 4 types of rooms available as photo booths. You can take photos in any pose you like in the photo studio. *Jalan.net cannot accept requests to specify a photo studio in advance. *If you have a preference, please contact the store in advance. ③You can take photos with your smartphone in the studio for 5 minutes! At Oiran Experience Studio Arare, our basic plan includes a service that allows you to take photos with your smartphone in the studio for 5 minutes, which is not available at many other studios. You can also bring your own tripod or selfie stick ♪

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 85
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00

Would you like to try making tea in a tea room? This is a long-established kimono shop, and includes rental and dressing in an authentic kimono. You can come empty-handed and try the tea ceremony wearing a kimono. After enjoying sweets and tea while enjoying the atmosphere of a tea ceremony, you will actually shake the tea whisk and make tea. Please enjoy seasonal sweets and tea. Even if you cannot sit in seiza, we will prepare chairs, so it's okay. Please feel free to join us alone or with friends. ~Experience flow~ (One example. The order of the tea ceremony experience may change depending on the situation) 10:00 Choose your favorite kimono and dress up Choose a rental kimono. Once you have decided, we will dress you. 11:00 Tea ceremony experience First, you will experience a tea ceremony. We will make tea, so you can enjoy sweets and tea while feeling like a customer. 11:45 Try making tea yourself. You can choose your favorite tea bowl from among the many available. You will then actually whisk the tea and prepare it. Please taste it yourself to see if it is delicious. 12:30 End of experience Optional: Stroll around Kamakura in a kimono. After the experience is over, you can go out for a stroll around Kamakura in your kimono if you wish. There is a time limit. Additional fees apply. ★How to make a reservationPlease check the available dates on the calendar and make a request to make a reservation. This is not yet a confirmed reservation. We will send you another email.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 19:00

A pottery kiln with a history of 35 years. Why don't you have a leisurely pottery experience in a great location where Mt. If you wish, it is also possible to make it a goth painting. Even beginners can make gifts, congratulatory items, souvenirs, etc. without embarrassment ♪ Experience time is about 2 hours. Our motto is small group instruction rather than group instruction. It is attractive that you can finish shaving with your own hands in 2 hours and even add a single color. 3,000 yen per person. (Clay 600g) With 600g of clay, you can make two small teacups, a coffee cup and a plate set, and a picture plate with a diameter of 20cm after baking. One person can create up to 2 works. It will be delivered by courier within one month.

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 120
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 18:00

This is a quiet urban pottery class in the heart of Osaka. You can use an electric potter's wheel to shape your vessels. The appeal of Tsuchimu's experience class is that you can experience everything from kneading the clay to creating the shape. Whether it's your first time, your second time, or you have experience, we are waiting for anyone who wants to try pottery. You are welcome to join alone, or bring your loved one, close friend, or precious family member to create a memory that will take shape. Our veteran instructors will help you with your artistic activities. Let's have a great time.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

An introductory course that piles up pottery in a string form and creates a form of thought. You can make a wide variety of cups, teacups, figurines and anything you like. You can make it from 500g of soil (the guideline is for 1 bowl of rice bowl). The baking of the work takes about one month to one and a half months.

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

It is a pottery experience using the popular electric potter's wheel. We will carefully guide not only experienced people but also beginners. You can challenge not only everyday vessels such as teacups, bowls, and plates, but also vases! You can create up to 2 per person within the price. (+550 yen from the 3rd one.)

• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 16:00

Are you ready to become a "sushi chef"? Sushi is a representative of Japanese culture, so making sushi is the best way to enjoy Japanese food!! Our friendly staff will help you have the best time in Japan. Let's dive into Japanese culture together! ▶︎About our class Our sushi making experience cooking class started in Tokyo in 2023. The theme is "Japanese food" and "experience". We started with the desire to enjoy Japanese food culture and sushi making with people from all over the world! ▶︎Menu There are many different types of sushi in Japan. In this cooking class, you will learn how to make nigiri sushi and roll sushi. 1: Nigiri sushi The most standard and popular sushi in Japan, and also the origin of sushi. 2: Roll sushi A type of sushi that is popular around the world, where ingredients are wrapped in rice. ▶︎Schedule It is about 2 hours. In the first hour, you will learn the history of sushi and how to make sushi, and actually make sushi! The second hour is free time to make sushi and meal time. After the meal, you can take a memorable photo with the landmark of Asakusa! ▶︎LocationOur cooking class is located in the center of Asakusa, a 1-minute walk from Asakusa Station! Asakusa is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Tokyo, with a strong history and culture. It is also recommended to go sightseeing in Asakusa before or after the cooking class! ▶︎Instructors and staffAll cooking classes are held in English. Local staff with extensive overseas experience will provide you with the best entertainment! Your memories in Tokyo will surely be unforgettable! ▶︎Menu changesThe following menus can be accommodated. ・Vegan・Vegetarian・Gluten-free・Halal・Allergy (no meat, nuts, fruit)※Please be sure to respond in advance if you need to change the menu. ※We cannot accommodate menu changes on the day of the event. ※We cannot accommodate requests for likes and dislikes of ingredients or changes to desired ingredients.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 8～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

At the Yamanaka-nuri workshop "Urushi-no-Usada Asada," which is about 1km from the center of Yamanaka Onsen town, we offer a "lacquer painting experience" where you can draw a picture with lacquer. Whether you are a beginner or a child, you can easily enjoy the painting experience! In this plan, you can freely draw letters and designs on the finished lacquer chopsticks with 5 colors of natural lacquer. It is also recommended as a present for your loved ones. In addition, in the store that is easy to enter, we have everything from affordable lacquerware to full-fledged lacquerware. The view of the countryside from the store is superb and has been very well received by customers. Please visit us when you come to Yamanaka Onsen. How about creating your own original work by drawing a picture with lacquer on lacquer chopsticks to commemorate your trip to Yamanaka Onsen?

• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 12
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30 / 16:00 / 18:00

・You can experience an electric potter's wheel in 120 minutes. ・You can make 1 to 3 bowls, teacups, rice bowls, etc. ・It will be completed in about a month (in August) after the experience. ・The staff will take pictures during the experience. To do! You can keep your memories in shape.・Since there is a free research sheet, you can use it as a summer vacation assignment.・Applications are possible from 10:00 to 18:00.Price: 8,580 yen per person + *Artwork firing fee *Painting is an additional class. etc. can also be produced. (2 times experience 13,090 yen) ■Period from production to handing over: About 1 month. If you wish to finish in less than 2 weeks, an express plan fee will be charged. * For those who wish, we will take pictures of the production process free of charge and give you the data. *Accompanied: Parents are not allowed to accompany the children when it is crowded. It's a small classroom, so please understand and help us. * The work firing cost is the electricity bill generated when firing the work in the kiln. Volume (length x width x height) cm x 1.6 yen. [For example] In the case of a hot water only (work size length 8 cm width 8 cm height 13 cm) ... it will be 1,330 yen. [For those who wish to receive the work by August 30 (Wednesday) and 31 (Thursday)] *Production after August 22 (Tuesday) will be received until August 30 (Wednesday) and 31 (Thursday) In the case of , the express plan fee will be charged. *If you wish to send your work by mail, it will take about 2 days from completion to arrival. *The final participation schedule for molding is until August 23 (Wednesday). * The final schedule for painting is until August 27th (Sun). *In the case of [painting experience] where you paint on unglazed fabric, the experience will be completed on Wednesday, August 30th if you experience it until August 27th (Sunday). Limited express plan fee (if you wish to pick up the work by August 31st) Final production date: August 23rd (Wednesday) Limited express fee: 4,400 yen (tax included)

• Age 16～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30 / 16:00 / 18:00

Would you like to give a pottery piece to your parents or wife? A full-time instructor will advise you from design to final finishing. The works range from everyday items such as rice bowls and teacups to large plates with messages added to them.Optional paulownia boxes and clear boxes that allow you to see inside are also available.

• 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.

• For Rainy Days
• Date Spot
• In Door Activity

• Age 16～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30 / 16:00 / 18:00

Would you like to give your parents or your wife a ceramic work? A full-time instructor will advise you from design to final finishing. From everyday items such as rice bowls and teacups, you can add a message to the platter, and as an option, we also have a paulownia box and a clear box where you can see the inside.

• Age 3～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30 / 16:00 / 18:00

Persian decor and the arabesque tiles of the watch and the Sun this traditional pattern of tiles, decorative tiles that decorate the ornate the walls, the works to stimulate your artistic taste drink coaster, etc. You can work!

• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 14:00 / 16:30 / 18:00

For example, how about giving a birthday present to him or her or a handmade work as a gift? Careful creation is the most important thing in order to increase the degree of completion as a work. It will take about a month to complete, so please come early in time for the anniversary. There is also a limited express plan (up to 2,000 yen per person) that can be finished within 3 weeks. Please consult us.

• 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. ☆ Using 400g of Mino ware soil, turn the potter's wheel to make a container. ① Teacup ② Hot water only ③ Free cup ④ Small plate ⑤ You can choose your favorite shape from the small bowl. ☆ In the experience, we will use a hand-cranked potter's wheel, but we will lecture on the same "watering" technique as the electric potter's wheel. You can make a work that is the same as an electric potter's wheel even with a hand-cranked potter's wheel. ☆ You can also paint with Tetsusai hands. If you think about the painting design to draw on the container in advance, you will have a nice container. ☆ 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.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

If you are visiting Hida Takayama, you will definitely see this doll! Why not try making a Sarubobo yourself? It is a full-fledged experience that starts with stuffing the body with cotton and then sewing it together with a needle and thread, and is fun for both children and adults. (For children, we ask that a parent or guardian help with the experience.)

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 18～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30

Kaga Yuzen, a traditional craft of Kanazawa, is loved by women who like kimono because of its fine patterns and deep colors. As a kimono store that has been in business for over 90 years, Akari has a large selection of carefully selected Kaga Yuzen, from traditional classical patterns centered on fine and live-action five-colored flower patterns to modern and stylish small patterns. You can rent it at a very reasonable price. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① When you come to the store, complete the reception and choose a kimono. Coordinate kimono, obi and bag. If you get lost, the staff will give you advice. ② Dressing It is dressed by skilled staff. It takes about 20 minutes. ③ Hair set (option) This is a hair set by a hairdresser. Please feel free to contact us if you have a desired hairstyle. ④ When you are ready to go out, make payment and go out. Please enjoy the town of Kanazawa slowly. ⑤ Return You may go out at night, so you can return the one-day plan the next day. Please enjoy yourself slowly.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 12～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Experience handmade accessories in Naha! A short hands-on class to make your own original necklace using the kintsugi technique. Recommended for beginners and tourists, it's easy to participate. In kintsugi, the broken parts are called "scenery", and each one has a completely different expression. Why not turn your own "scenery", the only one in the world, into an accessory and wear it casually?

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 18～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30

Kaga Yuzen, a traditional craft of Kanazawa, is loved by women who like kimono because of its fine patterns and deep colors. As a kimono store that has been in business for over 90 years, Akari has a large selection of carefully selected Kaga Yuzen, from traditional classical patterns centered on fine and live-action five-colored flower patterns to modern and stylish small patterns. You can rent it at a very reasonable price. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① When you come to the store, complete the reception and choose a kimono. Coordinate kimono, obi and bag. If you get lost, the staff will give you advice. ② Dressing It is dressed by skilled staff. It takes about 20 minutes. ③ Hair set (option) This is a hair set by a hairdresser. Please feel free to contact us if you have a desired hairstyle. ④ When you are ready to go out, make payment and go out. Please enjoy the town of Kanazawa slowly. ⑤ Return Please return within 3 hours of going out.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 18～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 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 / 16:30 / 17:00

The graduation ceremony is to declare that you will be an adult member of society after you finish your school days. Why don't you celebrate with a kimono that is different from usual? But I don't have furisode and I don't know how to put on a hakama ... If you have any problems, please leave it to Akari, a kimono rental shop in Kanazawa Omicho Market. Akari is a kimono rental shop of a long-established kimono store that boasts the largest selection of furisode in the prefecture. In the graduation plan, we rent out a fashionable two-shaku furisode and a cute hakama, which is synonymous with female students, at a reasonable price. ~ Plan flow ~ ① Reservation for fitting meeting While trying on Akari's proud furisode and hakama, we will consult with you about the coordination that suits you and your taste. (2) Try-on meeting We will actually put on a kimono and coordinate Japanese accessories such as obi and accessories according to the customer's taste. ③ Dressing It takes about 20 minutes to dress. ④ Hair set (option) A hair set by a hairdresser. Please feel free to contact us if you have a desired hairstyle. ⑤ Return After attending the graduation ceremony, please return to the store by 17:00 on the day and return the rented kimono.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

[Only for WEB reservations: 3,630 yen] Full kimono rental + dressing for women This kimono rental shop is located 2 minutes walk from Kamakura Station, next to the railroad crossing. You can stroll around the ancient city of Kamakura, such as Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine and Kita-Kamakura. Now, you can choose any pattern for a flat rate of 3,630 yen! With a wide range of cute, stylish, and chic adult patterns, it can be enjoyed by couples, groups, and families of all ages. Come empty-handed! A total rental set from bags to tabi socks. We will keep your luggage, except for valuables, even large items such as travel bags until you return. Enjoy a day in Kamakura in the Japanese clothing you have always dreamed of. We have everything you need to dress you in the kimono. Our experienced staff will dress you in the kimono, so please come to our store with peace of mind! ★Hair set + 880 yen / person (please select the hair set option if you wish.) For customers who make a reservation for a hair set, our staff will consult with you on a hairstyle that will go well with your kimono and help you choose your favorite hairstyle. (Hair accessories included)

• For Rainy Days
• Date Spot
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 94
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:30 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 18:30 / 19:30

This plan is conducted in Japanese by a Japanese taiko instructor and includes an English translation guide. Wadaiko is a traditional Japanese culture that has been around for over 5,000 years, with close ties to samurai, kabuki, festivals, sumo, and more. It can be enjoyed by people of all ages, genders, nationalities, and even those with no prior experience playing an instrument. It combines elements of sport and brain training, and is used at shrines and temples as an instrument that is inhabited by gods, to ward off evil and pray for happiness, making it a perfect gift or celebration. (*Venue fees may be charged separately depending on the date, time, and number of people, so please check at the time of booking.)

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 18～Age 80
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00

"Mizuhiki" is a decorative string used for gift envelopes and gifts. It is a traditional Japanese craft that is processed by coloring and winding kinshi. Recently, it has been arranged into Japanese modern accessories and interior goods. In this course, you will learn the basic awaji knot and plum knot, and combine it with your favorite Japanese paper to make an original bag.

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