Traditional culture experience in Japan Page 26

• Age 6～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

Enjoy successive Isokichi works with luxurious commentary! Ikichi Fukaka Pottery Kiln is located in Yawata, where kilns for making figurines are concentrated. It has roots that the first generation was a pottery specializing in ceramics, and even now, we are doing everything from creating the ceramics to painting. This program is a studio tour in which Ms. Ikika Asakura, the daughter of Mr. Isokichi Asakura, the fourth generation, explains the studio, gallery, and works. At the end of the tour, you can actually use the works of the kiln and taste the coffee. *For foreign nationals: Information on the day will be in Japanese only.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours

If you want to fully enjoy Wazuka, the home of tea, we recommend the tea picking experience! Wazuka Town cultivates so many tea leaves that it is called the origin of tea, and even today it is a production area that produces just under 40% of Uji tea. At Wazukaya, the "Tea Soba Making Experience" using "Wazuka Tea" is very popular, but if you are going to make Cha Soba, why not try picking the tea yourself? At the Wazuka tea plantation, we offer a Wazuka tea picking experience from March to December. The set includes a tea picking experience and an experience of making tea soba, tea leaf tempura, persimmon leaf sushi, and kudzu mochi. You can enjoy the finished dish on the spot. Also, it takes about 30 minutes to get to Nara Park from Wazuka Town, so you can make plans that also include sightseeing in Nara.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:30

8/13 Enjoy the one-night-only special event, "Nikko Edomura", where you can enjoy the Oiran procession and fireworks at night! Visit the world heritage city power spot Nikko Toshogu! Enjoy summer in Nikko to your heart's content! Located in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture, Nikko Edomura is a historical theme park that retains vestiges of the Edo period. Once you step inside, you will be transported back in time to the Edo period, where samurai in topknots and ninjas will appear. You can walk around the streets and have various experiences.

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• Age 1～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 19:20

Osaka The only village, Chihaya Akasaka Village. In this plan, we visited a village called Nakatsuhara in such a village, Year You can see the lion dance that is dedicated. It differs from ordinary lion dances in both tastes and tastes, and is performed in the forest grounds, so it is performed strictly in a mysterious atmosphere. A must-see.

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• Age 1～Age 70
• 4～5 hours
• 08:00 / 13:30 / 18:00

Osaka The only village, Chihaya Akasaka Village. In this plan, you can visit a village called Nakatsuhara in such a village and have a chance to hang out with the locals. Why don't you enjoy the daring in the forest with the local people, which is a bit different from the urban dandy?

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• Age 1～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 18:30

Osaka The only village, Chihaya Akasaka Village. With this plan, you can visit the village of Kobuki in the village and participate in the Bon Odori prepared by the locals. The Kobuki district is one of the few districts where Bon dances are performed by locals. Moreover, the house that is the center of Bon Odori is handmade by locals, Without using nails at all, just by combining wood Year It is a traditional house shape to assemble. Why don't you experience summer in the countryside with local people? ~On the day Flow of ~ ① Near the venue Parking Lot 20 minutes to the venue ② Experience the local Bon Odori ③ From venue to near the venue Parking Lot Move to 20 minutes

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• Age 10～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00

Osaka The only village, Chihaya Akasaka Village. In this plan, you can visit the village of Kobuki in such a village and work with the locals to prepare for the Bon Odori. The Kobuki district is one of the few districts where Bon dances are performed by locals. Moreover, the heart of the Bon Odori (Yakura) is handmade by locals. Without using nails at all, just by combining wood Year A traditional kite to assemble. Why don't you experience the summer in the countryside with local people?

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• Age 20～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 15:00

We will taste fresh miso and sweet sake (sweet potato) made with rice bran, and give lectures on reasons that are said to be good for beauty and health. As well as knowing the fermentation mechanism of rice bran, you will also know how to use a healthy diet. 1700 Year The secret of the wolf with the history of is also unraveled. You can make a sweet potato smoothie using the main gate miso soup and seasonal fruits in a workshop, and you can taste it on the spot to experience the taste of miso and sweet potato, and the healthyness that can be done in 30 seconds. .

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• Age 10～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 18:00

At first glance, in the experience space “In Kanazawa House” full of the tastes of Kanazawa rejected You can enjoy the elegant dance and dance by Kanazawa Geisha of the Kanazawa Three Tea District, and enjoy a play with the geisha. In addition, please enjoy the special lunch box of popular chopsticks field of Kanazawa.

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• Age 1～Age 100
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• 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

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 16～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

You can wear a kimono in Kamakura and return it by am/11:30 the next day! This is a kimono rental plan for one night.It is ideal for visiting Zeniarai Benzaiten, Jufuku-ji Temple, and Eisho-ji Temple. There is a large coin parking next door. [Flow of the day] ・Temperature measurement, hand disinfection, copy of photo ID, fill in sheet ・Choose kimono and obi (kimono accessory set rental ♪) ・Dressing (20 minutes) ・Easy Hair arrangement (10 minutes), checkout, take a commemorative photo with your smartphone (we would appreciate it if you could cooperate with the shop's record shooting ♪), please go out (^-^) We will return it the next day and wait for you. We are here!

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• Age 3～Age 70
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• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

A water tea ceremony will be held at Ooka River, a famous place for cherry blossoms in Yokohama. Tea Ceremony on the Water Two days when full bloom is expected. From Maita Park, head to the cherry blossom viewing point (between Idogaya Bridge and Maita Bridge) with a large SUP. As the boatman rowes, you can enjoy the scenery slowly. It will be held with a small number of 1 to 3 people at the super-large mega SUP, which is very stable and has a feeling of floating just above the surface of the water. Kimono that looks great in photos is welcome! Enjoy tea and sweets slowly while enjoying the cherry blossoms from the quiet water. We welcome foreigners and parents and children to participate, and if you are new to us, we will give a polite lecture on etiquette. Please feel free to join us. In addition, guests who participate in kimono will take a lot of pictures in particular. ★ Please be assured that this year we will not be sharing a table with anyone other than acquaintances as a measure to prevent the spread of coronavirus infection.

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• Age 7～Age 65
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Toyama Castle is within the park, "Toyama City Machinaka tourist office" in such as helmet and Tabard, a full-fledged armor of dressing and Horse riding, such as experience you can experience. Why don't you feel like a samurai as a memory of your trip to Toyama There is no doubt that the valuable experience that can only be done here will be a memory of your trip ♪

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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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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 4～Age 80
• Over 6 hours on the day /1 Day or more
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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 4～Age 80
• 3～4 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

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 13～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30 / 17:00 / 17:30

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 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 6～Age 99
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours /3～4 hours /4～5 hours /5～6 hours /Over 6 hours on the day
• 00:00

Travel back in time to Japan in the 17th century and experience the interesting culture of the Edo period! At Nikko Edo Village, you can enjoy delicious Edo cuisine, fun activities, attractions and inspiring performances.

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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 3～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00

At Minuma Tanbo, which is located in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture, we were able to harvest high-quality wheat (Norin 61) again this year! Why don't you make ramen using such new wheat from scratch? Family members, one person, and even beginners are welcome!

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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 3～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00

Pacific oysters from Lake Kamo represent the winter bounty of Sado. At Lake Kamo, one of Japan's top 100 scenic spots, it is cultivated with great care for a year. Oysters grown in Lake Kamo are soft and creamy! The peak season is from November to May, when everything gets cold♪ After peeling the oysters from the shell with the help of a fisherman, enjoy your favorite dishes at the Sado outdoor base! !

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