Traditional culture experience in Japan Page 22

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Because I am going to Kamakura called Kamakura which is an ancient capital of the samurai, I want the experiences unique to Kamakura and experiences that can only be done in Kamakura. How about Kamakura Takeo experience? There are various experiential content services such as costumes experience, bow and arrow experience, bow making experience, board Sugoroku experience, armor making mini experience and so on.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Yanaka has a nostalgic Showa era atmosphere. Recently, it has become famous in a town where cat lovers gather. This tour introduces you to places to take pictures and eat while walking around traditional commercial facilities and buildings. Why don't you enjoy a different sightseeing in Tokyo? Yanaka has many old houses that survived the Great Kanto Earthquake and the war. Walking distance from Ueno Park. It's only about 5 kilometers away from Tokyo Station, but it's like a different world. 1) Photo spot tour There are old buildings that remain from before the war, so you can feel like you are on a time machine. If you're lucky, you might meet a cute local cat. We will take you to a local cat haunting spot. There are cat goods in the town, so it's good to walk with the theme of "cats". 2) Yanaka Walking Let's take a walk in the peaceful Yanaka town where you can forget the hustle and bustle while being located in Tokyo. It is a tour that feels the humanity of downtown. There are also many traditional crafts. For example, the finger puppet "Ekichi", which is popular with foreigners visiting Japan, bamboo craft shops, stamps, and candy crafts. You can go to "Ueno Sakuragi Atari". 3) Introduction of Yanaka food Kikumi senbei, donuts with the motif of "Yanaka Shippoya" cat tail, local beer at "Yanaka Beer Hall", eating comparison of various menchi-katsu, natural shaved ice of "Himitsudo" .. .. Enjoy gourmet exploration! 4) Detour calligrapher [Option] A 20-minute casual calligrapher by a calligrapher in the town of Yanaka. We will also give you simple guidance. Why don't you enjoy brushes for the first time in a long time while feeling nostalgic for your childhood calligraphy? At the end, you can take your favorite "calligraphy" on Shikishi to commemorate it!

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• Age 6～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
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We deepen our understanding of Japanese culture through calligraphy. An experienced calligraphy instructor will help you carefully. Foreign guests are very well received. In addition, we can respond to experiences in groups (maximum 24 people) visiting Japan for seminars and Events. You can enjoy it in combination with Yanaka walk. There are also option to print on colored paper, write your name, and print on your T-shirt. Please feel free to Contact us us. Today, when you rarely have the chance to use a brush, how about recalling your childhood? Or I hope you can calm down in calligraphy and touch the Japanese tradition. There are only a few people who learn traditional culture in modern times, but you can understand the spirit inherited in daily life.

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• Age 13～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
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We have prepared a set of yukata, dressing, and an original design fan with a motif of the art at the hotel. You can choose your favorite yukata from a wide variety of about 250 types for women and about 100 types for men and take it home. Enjoy a graceful summer moment in a cool yukata. ■Contents Meal, full yukata set (you can take it home), dressing, original fan, special exhibition ticket for the Tokyo Metropolitan designated tangible cultural property "Hyakudan Kaidan" (50% off the general price *Limited time from July 5th (Fri) to September 23rd (Mon, holiday)) *We also provide original fan and special exhibition ticket for the cultural property "Hyakudan Kaidan" for those who only use yukata (dressing included) or dressing only (bring your own yukata) without dining. ■Period: Monday, June 17, 2024 to Monday, September 30, 2024■Reception hours: <Dressing reception> June 17 to July 4, September 24 to September 30 10:00/10:30/11:00/11:30/16:00/16:30/17:00 July 5 to September 23 10:00/10:30/11:00/11:30/12:00/12:30/15:30/16:00/16:30/17:00/17:30*It will take about an hour from reception to dress up. *Regardless of the restaurant you choose, reception will be at New American Grill "KANADE TERRACE".

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• Age 4～Age 80
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You can enjoy the charm of Osaka by strolling around Osaka Castle and Dotonbori in a kimono and experiencing a tea ceremony. You can wear a kimono and visit Osaka's famous spots such as Osaka Castle and Dotonbori. You can enjoy the shining neon night view unique to Osaka, which you cannot see in Kyoto or Nara, in a kimono. We have a wide variety of kimonos for adults and children, for men and women. We welcome couples, families, and groups of friends. We have a kimono that is perfect for any group. About an 8-minute walk southeast from Yodoyabashi Station on the subway. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception ~ Start After visiting the store, you will be accepted and choose a kimono. ② Treatment starts Once you have decided on the kimono and obi, you can start dressing. If you wish, you can also have your hair set for an additional fee. ③ Exit ~ Osaka Sightseeing Once you have finished dressing and hair setting, you can go out to your favorite tourist spots. Enjoy Osaka to your heart's content. ④ Please return to the store by the time you return and return the kimono.

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• Age 1～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30

This is a public bath culture experience tour for foreigners visiting Japan. We will introduce you to the culture of public baths at Kogane-yu, located in Kinshicho, Sumida Ward. On the day of the event, we will provide an explanation about public bath culture for about an hour and a half, followed by a bathing and sauna experience. ~ Experience flow ~ 9:30 Sento culture experience At the changing room or lounge, we will provide detailed information about public bath culture, bathing methods, the background of Kogane-yu's renovation, and information on Kogane-yu's facilities. We will also have a simple quiz on the day. There are many stories that can only be learned at Koganeyu! 11:00 Bathing/sauna experience After receiving the public bath culture experience, let's try our hand at actually taking a bath. You should be able to learn about public bath culture firsthand. 12:00 Dismissal time is an estimate. They will each be disbanded. After bathing and experiencing the sauna, enjoy free time to your heart's content at Kogane Kitchen and craft beer.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 16:00

This is a performance where you can enjoy Shirabyoshi singing and dancing and Kaiseki cuisine. Kamakura's Hachinoki, a famous restaurant in Kita-Kamakura surrounded by famous temples, recreates the samurai's sunny meal, ``Kamakura samurai celebration meal (period food),'' and the Shirabyoshi song and dance beloved by the samurai. . The musicians, drums, bronze beaters, and flutes that Shizuka of Shirahyoshi dedicated to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine will be present to perfectly recreate the autumn banquet of ``Kamakura in the Kamakura period.'' All performers are active on the front lines. This is a performance that we deliver with confidence. Please join us.

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• Age 12～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 14:00

We offer the opportunity to experience the tea ceremony in kimono, which offers a glimpse of Japan's exquisite beauty! We are ready to propose you the followings;・Witness the intricate process of making matcha tea, which embodies the essence of Japanese tea culture.※ You can enjoy both professionally prepared matcha and your own matcha.* For those who need it, we will also provide a table, chairs, and other equipment to avoid leg pain from sitting on the floor.・Being dressed Yukata (summer cotton kimono) in summer, and Kimono in winter time.※ I offer authentic kimonos made from silk, produced in the traditional way.※ You can choose from more than 50 Yukata or Kimono to wear on the day.・Taking a walk dressed with Yukata or Kimono together with AKIZAKURA's Kimono Upcycled Umbrella.・During a walk, I show you the stylish walking-manner with Yukata and Kimono, way of sitting-down, and pattern of behavior.・Of course, you can have a lot of commemorative photos at a A local shrine and a tea room, for your unforgettable experience in Japan.At the heart of our experience lies the mesmerizing tea ceremony experience – a ritual that transcends mere sips of tea and delves into the realm of mindfulness and respect.

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• Age 7～Age 90
• 3～4 hours
• 05:00

A quiet time to face yourself. How about a hands-on training of zazen? A monk will carefully guide you. After zazen (zazen), we will have morning porridge at a Zen temple. Pray before meals and learn the spirit of “itadakimasu”. Sutra chanting, zazen, morning porridge, service, tea ceremony Target: Elementary school students and above (those who can sit quietly) Experience time: 5:00 to 8:30 in the morning

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• Age 3～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 10:30

Wheat project, who is active in the nature-rich Minuma rice field in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture, challenges soba for the first time! And the other day, the new soba that I was able to harvest for the first time! Why don't you make Toshikoshi soba using such new soba from scratch together? The wheat used for the binder is also new wheat hunted this year (`･ ω ･ ´) b Soba is made in a well-ventilated greenhouse, so you can rest assured even in the rain! It's warmer than the outside ♪ * If it's cold, let's bonfire! We welcome families, individuals, and even beginners!

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• Age 15～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

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

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• Age 12～Age 75
• 4～5 hours
• 13:00

Discover the perfect harmony of scientific wellness and traditional Japanese culture in Kyoto's hidden gem Shimabara District. Led by certified Onsen Care Instructors, this experience offers relaxation, education, and personal transformation through the art of authentic public bathing.・Hands-On Bathing ExperienceUndergo a pre-bathing health assessment to ensure safety and create a baseline for measuring post-bath benefits. Engage in a hands-on, guided bathing. Separate sessions for men and women. Immerse yourself in a self-guided bathing session, allowing your instincts and preferences to lead the way. Complete with a post-bathing health check to assess the impact of your experience.

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• Age 20～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00

This is a special sommelier original plan where you can wear a kimono and learn the basics of wine together! Dressing uses a light belt that has already been shaped, so you can wear a kimono surprisingly easily. Practice dressing with two types of kimono. If you can wear a kimono by yourself, you can also learn the basic knowledge and manners of wine that will be useful in your life. No need to bring anything! It will be held casually at a bar in Ginza, so you can participate comfortably.

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• Age 12～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 14:00

Experience archery at a temple in Noshiro City at the foot of the Shirakami Mountains, a World Natural Heritage site. It is an experience that even beginners can do. After changing into a kimono, you will listen to an explanation of the history, spirit, and tools of kyudo at a quiet private dojo at Keisho-ji Temple near Noshiro's famous Kaze no Matsubara. After that, the instructor will carefully teach you how to do archery. The bow will be drawn while receiving advice for about an hour, and finally a competition will be held by all participants. The instructor is the chief priest of Keisho-ji Temple and a veteran with over 50 years of archery experience. Hanako, a Bernese mountain dog, is also waiting for you in the precincts.The entrance is not in front of the temple, but on the Kaze no Matsubara side. ~ Flow of the day ~ ①Greetings/change of clothes 15 minutes ②Introduction about Kyudo 15 minutes ③Demonstration and experience (break in the middle) 60 minutes ④Mini competition 15 minutes ⑤Commemorative photo and drink service ⑥End

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

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

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• Age 6～Age 80
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 14:30

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

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• Age 6～Age 80
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 14:30

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

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• Age 7～Age 90
• 1 Day or more
• 13:30

This special 2-day/1-night tour led by a fireworks specialist and a local guide is going to be incredible. We'll be visiting an open factory in Tsubame-Sanjo, a town full of professional craftsmen who sharpen knives and so much more! And then, you'll get to experience the absolutely amazing river fireworks at the Nagaoka Festival, which is one of the three major fireworks festivals in Japan! On this incredible tour, you'll get to experience the amazing Japanese artisan skills that have been passed down from generation to generation by countless talented craftsmen.

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 18:00

・"Meal for Shinto and People" At the "Gonden" hall of Tanzan Shrine, we will eat a kaiseki bento box made from the "goshinsen" of the shrine's prayers.・Official worship will be held at the main hall of the shrine.・Enjoy the light-up reserved for participants.・We plan to provide a guide in English. ``Shinto-jin kyoshoku'' is a remnant of the past, now known as ``Osechi ryori'' for New Year holidays. It is a Shinto ritual that has been held at shrines for a thousand years, and there is a legend that by eating food with the gods, you will receive divine power.

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• Age 10～Age 99
• 3～4 hours

Arrange flowers in Yasokichi's vase, eat from Yasokichi's vase, and let the story bloom. Until now, many craftsmen involved in Kutani have studied under the first and second generation Yasokichi Tokuda, and many master craftsmen of yesteryear have also trained at this kiln. Mr. Yasokichi Tokuda, the 4th generation owner of Kutani ware. Together with Yasokichi 4th, who continues to create pottery energetically, he says, "We are born from the earth and return to the earth. We use earth, our mother earth, as a material, and then return to the earth." , By arranging flowers in Yasokichi's works and actually using them as vessels, it is a program where you can enjoy Kutani ware not only by watching but also by fully using your five senses. *For foreign nationals: Information on the day will be in Japanese only.

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 13:00 / 14:45

You can enjoy a fashionable Urasenke style matcha experience in the lounge of NISHIYAMA RYOKAN in the center of Kyoto. A luxurious plan where you can enjoy and enjoy delicious matcha and drink it wonderfully ♪ Would you like to fully enjoy Kyoto matcha? You can experience up to 8 adults or up to 4 pairs of parents and children in one experience. The host will give a polite lecture, so even first-timers are welcome! [For each group] One booklet of "First Tea Ceremony Experience" will be presented as a souvenir ♪

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• Age 13～Age 80
• 3～4 hours

"Japanese culture experience & nature experience" where you can fully enjoy the private Kayabuki old folk house in the Yamato plateau of the ancient city of Nara A luxurious experience where you can reset your mind and body while enjoying the activities unique to the old folk house

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• Age 13～Age 80
• 3～4 hours

It is a "day trip glamping experience" where you can fully enjoy the private thatched roof house in the Yamato Kogen of the ancient city of Nara. A luxurious experience where you can reset your mind and body while enjoying the activities unique to an old folk house and the hearth pot. Sit on the porch, lengthen the seasonal trees, listen to the birdsong and have a great time smiling with your loved ones.

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• Age 13～Age 80
• 3～4 hours

It is a "day trip glamping experience" where you can fully enjoy the private thatched roof house in the Yamato Kogen of the ancient city of Nara. A luxurious experience where you can reset your mind and body while enjoying the activities unique to an old folk house and the charcoal grilling of a shichirin. Sit on the porch, lengthen the seasonal trees, listen to the birds singing and have a great time smiling with your loved ones.

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• Age 3～
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00

Take Japanese traditional fermented food “miso” from ingredients and take it home! The handmade miso is delicious and delicious! Since we will ferment at home, we will also tell you how to save. Children and adult can enjoy! Homemade miso soup and freshly cooked rice are delicious and popular!

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• Age 20～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 19:00

A world that is unfamiliar to ordinary people rejected It is a night plan with all-you-can-drink with which you can experience the world where the threshold is high. Because it is a small parlor, you can spend a luxurious time while watching the arts at a close distance from Maiko / Geiko. There is no doubt that it is a special day that will be a lifetime memory. It is said that it is auspicious to bring Maiko and Geiko to your room for a long time. Why don't you enjoy it with the Fugu snack, also called Fuku.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 3～4 hours

Would you like to become a samurai in the Kamakura period and walk through Kamakura together? Visit the historical sites of Kamakura while wearing traditional costumes such as armor worn by Kamakura samurai during the Kamakura period and women's kimono. There is also a photo session in the camp (campaign, flag, bonfire, etc.) and lunch with the battle meal that Kamakura samurai once ate in the Kamakura period. Would you like to walk around Kamakura as a samurai from the Kamakura period? ◆Kamakura Mononofu Experience and Photo Session ◆Monofu Guided Tour ◆Monofu no Meshi ～This is a great value and fun tour where you can experience 3 events together!!～

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• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Fun using tasty milk and fruits at the ranch, deliciously cooking ♪ You can make butter, cheese, raw caramel, ice cream etc, handmade.

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