Kansai in Traditional culture experience

• Age 1～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:40 / 09:50

Dear customers, the following is a reference itinerary for that day (please note that the tour guide may adjust the order of the itinerary based on the actual situation on that day or remove the staying time of some attractions.) *Pre-travel notice: We will send you detailed tour guide and vehicle information by email between 20:00 and 21:00 the night before your trip, so please be sure to check it. Please note that the email may be mistakenly sorted into the trash can, so please check it carefully. During the busy tourist season, the sending of emails may be slightly delayed, so we hope you will understand. If you receive multiple emails due to special circumstances, please use the last email. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. *One of the Three Views of Japan - Amanohashidate Observation Area "Amanohashidate", which floats in Miyazu Bay on the Sea of Japan, is known as one of the "Three Views of Japan" along with "Matsushima" and "Miyajima". The sandbar is 3.6 kilometers long, with pine trees planted along the coast and white sand beaches on both sides, like a bridge in the sky. If you climb to the observation deck of Mount Monju, you can look down as if you were a flying dragon, and it is called "Hiryu-kan". Ine Funaya - Venice City, Japan Visit the floating boathouse in Ine Village and experience the primitive ecological landscape. Interact with seagulls on a pleasure boat to Ine Bay. The pleasure boat ticket is at your own expense. *Cycling tour Complimentary bicycles are available for free use, making it convenient to explore the alleys and boathouses of Ine Village. Please note: Due to the long distance travel, the actual arrival time is greatly affected by traffic and weather factors. The above times are merely estimates. Please do not book activities later than the itinerary on the same day. The operator is not responsible for any damages caused by delays. This is a shared tour and participants come from all over the world.

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• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• 24'～25' New Year's Campaign Sale

• Age 1～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:40 / 09:50

Get on and off at the meeting point08:40▼Nihonbashi Station Exit 2 (Namba-Shinsaibashi area)09:50▼Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit (in front of 7-Eleven)10:30▼Kinkaku-ji Temple (approx. 40 mins)Visiting fees are at the customer's expense.12:00▼Kiyomizu-dera Temple area (individual visit, free stroll, lunch on your own / approx. 3.5 hours)15:30▼Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine (approx. 70 mins)17:00▼After enjoying the day's itinerary, start heading back.19:00▼Shinsaibashi, Dotonbori area (free stroll / approx. 1 hour)This is a shared tour, and participants come from all over the world.

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• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• 24'～25' New Year's Campaign Sale

• Age 1～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 07:20

Explore Japan's hidden gems: Ine Town, Amanohashidate, and Miyama Kayabuki Village *Ine Town - Known as the "Venice of Japan," you'll feel like you're in another world when you float by. One of the most beautiful villages and towns in Japan, this town has over 230 funaya houses lined up along the shores of Ine Bay, allowing you to feel the pristine scenery of nature. Stroll or bike through the picturesque streets and admire the crystal blue waters blending with the deep green mountains. At Funaya Hiyori, you can visit not only exquisite cafes but also real funaya houses. *Amanohashidate - Known as one of the "Three Views of Japan," Amanohashidate is a sandbar that looks like a bridge in the sky. Standing at the observation deck of Mount Monju, Amanohashidate looks like a dragon and overlooks this beautiful natural wonder. Don't forget to sign a fan at Chienji Temple to pray for academic success. You can also take a leisurely stroll along the beach to enjoy the fine white sand and cool seawater. Miyama Kayabuki Village - Experience the charm of ancient Japan and enter "Miyama Kayabuki Village" to feel the tranquility of the past. The thatched roof houses here are known as one of the three largest thatched roof houses still standing in Japan, and it feels like you have wandered into an isolated wonderland. Don't forget to try Miyama's milk soft serve at "Korofukuro" and check in at the red postbox that captures a moment in Miyama. This trip will leave you with unforgettable memories as you appreciate Japan's most beautiful natural scenery and traditional culture, including the tranquility of the boathouse on the water and the majestic view of the sandbar. This is a shared tour and participants come from all over the world.

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• 24'～25' New Year's Campaign Sale

• Age 1～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:40 / 09:50

Boarding and alighting at the meeting point 08:40 ▼Nihonbashi Station, Exit 2 (Namba-Shinsaibashi area) 09:50 ▼Kyoto Station, Hachijo Exit (in front of 7-Eleven) 07:30-08:30 ▼Pick up/drop off/pick up at hotel/private lodging, hotel/private lodging on the Osaka Loop Line 10:30 ▼Sanzenin Temple (free time to explore/lunch on your own/approximately 140 minutes, fees at customer's expense) Sanzenin Temple in Ohara, Kyoto is a monzeki temple where princes and members of the imperial family have served as chief priests for generations. You can enjoy the beauty unique to Kyoto, such as the pond ornamental garden Jyuhekien, which allows you to feel the richness of the four seasons, the pond stroll garden Yuseien, the prestigious Shinden and Kyakuden, and Ojo Gokuraku-in, an important cultural property that houses national treasures. You can enjoy beautiful scenery throughout the four seasons, with mountain cherry blossoms and rhododendrons in spring, hydrangeas in early summer, autumn leaves in autumn, and covered in snow in winter. (Admission fee: 700 yen for adults, 400 yen for junior and senior high school students, 150 yen for elementary school students) Kyobi Chaya Genre: Tofu dishes, creative cuisine Soba Ippuku Chaya Genre: Udon, tofu dishes, sweets shop Rokawa Chaya Genre: Udon, tofu dishes, sweets shop Shino Matsumon Genre: Japanese cuisine, tofu dishes 14:00 ▼Arashiyama (free stroll / about 3 hours) Located in the northwest of Kyoto, Arashiyama attracts many people with its world-famous bamboo forest and beautiful scenery that changes with the seasons. The area is dotted with temples, old imperial villas, and famous historical sites, many of which are recognized as national treasures or world heritage sites. The entire area has been designated as a scenic spot by the Japanese government. The tourist train that connects Arashiyama and Kameoka is the "Sagano Scenic Train." The 7.3km route from "Torokko Saga Station" to "Torokko Kameoka Station" takes about 25 minutes, and you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Hozugawa Valley in every season, including beautiful cherry blossoms in spring, fresh greenery and the murmuring of the river in summer, glossy autumn leaves in autumn, and snowy scenery in winter. It is a scenic spot that delights the eyes of visitors throughout the year. Restaurants and souvenir shops line the streets, and there is a shop where you can taste sweets near Togetsukyo Bridge. Recommended sightseeing course (We recommend that you choose one that suits your taste and enjoy sightseeing. The fee is at the customer's expense.) 17:00 ▼ After enjoying the day's itinerary, we start to return. 19:00 ▼ Shinsaibashi, Dotonbori area (free stroll / about 1 hour) Guests can play in the Shinsaibashi area of Osaka for about an hour. After playing, guests who are boarding and disembarking at the meeting point will disband in the Shinsaibashi area. Guests who are taking a course to a hotel or guesthouse should wait for the shuttle bus. Once the shuttle bus arrives, you will be taken back to your hotel or guesthouse and the tour will end. This is a shared tour and participants come from all over the world.

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• 24'～25' New Year's Campaign Sale

• Age 1～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:40 / 09:50

08:40 Boarding and disembarking at the meeting point, Nihonbashi Station Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area) 09:50 Boarding and disembarking at the meeting point, Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit (in front of Seven-Eleven) 10:50 ▼MIHO MUSEUM - IM Pay's Shangri-La (free walk and free lunch / about 2.5 hours) 13:50 ▼Kyu-Chikurin-in Temple - Reflections like Ruriko-in Temple (about 60 minutes) 15:20 ▼Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Torii in the lake (about 40 minutes) 16:00 ▼After enjoying the day's sightseeing, we start to return. 19:00 ▼Shinsaibashi, Dotonbori area (free time / about 1 hour) Guests can play in the Osaka Shinsaibashi area for about an hour. After playing, guests who have boarded and disembarked at the meeting point will disband in the Shinsaibashi area. This is a mixed tour, and participants come from all over the world.

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• 24'～25' New Year's Campaign Sale

• Age 12～Age 100
• 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

☆★Available long-sleeved kimono plan is now available★☆ This is VASARA's standard long-sleeved kimono rental plan that allows you to enjoy your special day in a more glamorous way. The regular price 49,390 yen (tax included) plan is now 18,590 yen (tax included)! Please enjoy the experience of creating the area around the obi and more advanced kimono because it is a furisode. This plan includes kimono rental, dressing, and hair styling services. Would you like to make your important day look gorgeous with a glossy long-sleeved kimono? ～Flow of the day～①Visiting the store/Reception②Choosing a kimono③Dressing/hair setting④Going out⑤Returning

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• 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.

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• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:30 / 15:00

This is a calligraphy experience focusing on kanji. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced calligrapher, you can create memories of your trip by performing calligraphy on a wall (2m long x 3m wide), which you can't usually write on. Experience the wabi-sabi that disappears in 15 minutes. It is a Japanese-style room with tatami mats, but you can choose to practice on calligraphy paper at a Terakoya desk and chair while sitting upright. Let's enjoy an experience that you can't usually have together. ~Experience flow~ ①Experience plan explanation and hearing. (5 minutes) We will ask you about today's plan while drinking tea. ②The teacher will create a sample. (5 minutes) The teacher will write a sample of the desired font and decide the activity content. ③First practice performance. (5 minutes) First, start with the activity with your own free idea. Get a feel for the expression of your thoughts. ④A lecture before the final copy and an explanation of the points to finish the work. (25 minutes) After receiving an explanation of how to use a large brush and the points, solidify the image on the paper and practice on special paper. Enjoy free expression. ⑤ Creating a large-scale calligraphy performance piece. You will receive plenty of stretching time, as well as a video and photos of the process of creating the finished piece, which will be provided digitally upon request. *We can also set a "time extension" upon request. Up to 1 hour and 30 minutes.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:30 / 15:00

For international customers, why not express your soul through calligraphy? You will be able to write your name, motto, favorite words, and anime characters in kanji. Immerse yourself in the rich tradition of Japanese calligraphy right next to the iconic Himeji Castle. Feel the real brush strokes as you embark on a journey through centuries of cultural heritage. Join us for an unforgettable experience that will inspire your creativity and deepen your understanding of the art of calligraphy. Don't worry if you are a first-timer, any skill level is welcome. Awaken your senses to the beauty of calligraphy. Our instructors will help you. For domestic customers, this is a calligraphy experience centered on kanji. Why not express your heart through calligraphy? Write your favorite characters, mottos, and words for loved ones in kanji. Why not spend a rich, brief moment, slowly settling your mind and feeling the aroma of ink? For first-timers and experienced people alike. Awaken your senses to the beauty of calligraphy. Our instructors will support you carefully. Whether you are a first-timer or an experienced person, you can relax and enjoy making memories of your trip! The room is a Japanese-style room with tatami mats, but you can choose to practice calligraphy at a table with a Terakoya desk and chair in seiza. Let's enjoy experiences that you can't usually have, from practicing on Hanshi paper to creating works on colored paper and postcards! ~Experience flow~ ①Explanation of the experience plan and hearing. (5 minutes) While drinking tea, we will ask you about today's plan. ②The teacher will create a sample. (5 minutes) The teacher will write a sample of the desired calligraphy style and decide the activity content. ③Start practicing on Hannsi (Japanese calligraphy paper) (20 minutes) You will practice freely while adding explanations of brushes and kanji. Even if it's your first time, you can practice as many sheets as you like with free expression. ④A lecture before finishing the final work and an explanation of the points to finish the work. (10 minutes) If you would like to do a large-scale wall calligraphy performance, we will hold a first trial performance. If you wish, we will hold a lecture before finishing your work, such as making Shikishi (traditional Japanese square paper), postcards, or Sensu (traditional Japanese holding fan). After that, you can practice on special paper. Enjoy free expression. ⑤ Completion of the work and a commemorative photo. The finished work will be stamped with a finishing seal, and you will be given a commemorative photo and a digital video upon request. *We can also set a "time extension" for the leisurely time upon request. Up to 1 hour and 30 minutes.

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• In Door Activity