Tokyo Reservation for Traditional culture experience | Activity Japan Page 2

• 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.

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• 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.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• 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 enjoy the rented outfit until 5:30pm on the day. *Reservations on the day may be possible. If you are interested, please contact the store directly. Kimono Rental & Photo Tsutsuji Asakusa StoreTEL: 03-6231-7922Mail: tsutsuji_asakusa@decollte.co.jp

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• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00

Immerse yourself in Tokyo's heartbeat with our unique tours! From sumptuous sweets to historic temples and serene river cruises, our experiences merge cultural delights, expert guidance, and local insights. Discover hidden gems, and dive into Japan's rich heritage. Our guides offer dual perspectives , ensuring an unforgettable journey through Asakusa's flavors and Senso-ji's history. Experience Tokyo differently—book with us for a curated adventure that blends cultural immersion, and captivating narratives, creating lasting memories of Japan's enchantment.

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• For Groups

• 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.

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• For Groups

• Age 18～Age 70
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours /3～4 hours /4～5 hours /5～6 hours /Over 6 hours on the day /1 Day or more
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

This plan allows you to casually experience wearing a kimono. Stroll around Asakusa wearing a kimono or yukata, where Japanese clothing suits you. Customers from overseas can experience authentic Japanese kimono culture. After choosing your favorite kimono and getting dressed, you can coordinate your look with a hair arrangement and hair accessories. If you don't know what to choose, a veteran kimono coordinator will give you careful advice. If you want to capture your memories in special photos, you can also reserve a professional photographer. (Please call in advance to check availability) Please come and experience [Asakusa Kimono Rental & Nail Rainbow], where we welcome you with the best hospitality!

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• For Groups

• 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.

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• For Groups

• 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) Instructor: Kazuo Maekawa A manga artist with 25 years of experience. His representative works are "Ace Attorney" and "Ace Investigations", which have been translated and sold all over the world. Children and adults 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 representative pop culture, together! Instructor: Haruta 2017 "Blue Orchestra" (Makoto Akui) Served as an assistant from the first episode. 2020 Received the Manga One Monthly Award for "Devil Era". 2021-2022 Serialized "Isekai of the Dead" on Shogakukan Manga One. Two volumes in total. English interpretation will be provided during the lesson.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Tokyo Rickshaw strives to make as many customers as possible smile and create a memorable page through our rickshaw tours in Tokyo's Asakusa, where good old traditional culture still remains. We will also introduce Asakusa and restaurants, and when you ride with us, we will take commemorative photos at each famous spot!

• In Door Activity
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

Tokyo Rickshaw strives to make as many customers as possible smile and create a memorable page through our rickshaw tours in Tokyo's Asakusa, where good old traditional culture still remains. We will also introduce Asakusa and restaurants, and when you ride with us, we will take commemorative photos at each famous spot!

• In Door Activity
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

Tokyo Rickshaw strives to make as many customers as possible smile and create a memorable page through our rickshaw tours in Tokyo's Asakusa, where good old traditional culture still remains. We will also introduce Asakusa and restaurants, and when you ride with us, we will take commemorative photos at each famous spot!

• In Door Activity
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00 / 19:00

Tokyo Rickshaw strives to make as many customers as possible smile and create a memorable page through our rickshaw tours in Tokyo's Asakusa, where good old traditional culture still remains. We will also introduce Asakusa and restaurants, and when you ride with us, we will take commemorative photos at each famous spot!

• In Door Activity
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00

Tokyo Rickshaw strives to make as many customers as possible smile and create a memorable page through our rickshaw tours in Tokyo's Asakusa, where good old traditional culture still remains. We will also introduce Asakusa and restaurants, and when you ride with us, we will take commemorative photos at each famous spot!

• In Door Activity
• For Family

• Age 0～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 / 17:30 / 18:00 / 18:30 / 19:00

Tokyo Rickshaw strives to make as many customers as possible smile and create a memorable page through our rickshaw tours in Tokyo's Asakusa, where good old traditional culture still remains. We will also introduce Asakusa and restaurants, and when you ride with us, we will take commemorative photos at each famous spot!

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• For Family

• Age 12～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 the "fusion of French and Japanese cuisine" by chef Iwao Asamizuya of the French restaurant and deli "Maison de Cerise" in Daikanyama, and Japanese cuisine by owner Sadaharu Nakajima of "Shinjuku Kappo Nakajima", we will also offer a Japanese cultural experience, including calligraphy by guest Aoyagi Misen, and karate including demonstrations and practical experience (kata). In addition, you will have the valuable experience of seeing the VIP area of the National Stadium, which is normally not accessible. *Consecutive interpretation from Japanese to English will be provided. ■Profile: Iwao Asamizuya (French: November 18th, November 25th) Owner chef of "Maison de Cerise". Born in Tokyo in 1971. He discovered the fun 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 * Performances and practical experience (kata) are planned. * Kata performance performers: All Japan Championship contestants (high level)

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• In Door Activity

• 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.

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• For Groups

• 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.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 08:15

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.

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• For Groups
• For Family

• 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

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• For Groups

• 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.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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

Would you like to experience body painting of Japanese kanji and katakana? This is a body painting 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 the special paint is safe for the skin, so it is safe for children. First, choose your favorite Japanese and pattern design from the sample collection. After that, professional artists will use their skills to complete the body art, from applying the color to the final finishing. 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!

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• 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!

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• For Groups

• 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!

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• For Groups

• 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.

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• For Family

• 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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• Age 16～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 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

A couple kimono rental plan recommended for stylish couples. If you make a reservation for two, you will get 15% off the regular price!

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