【For Rainy Days】 Tohoku in Traditional culture experience

• Age 10～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

★A special experience wearing armor in one of only five restored wooden castle towers in the country★Enjoy the experience of wearing armor at the Shiroishi Castle tower in Shiroishi City, Miyagi Prefecture. "Ashigaru-san" will dress you in armor modeled after famous warlords (Katakura Kojuro Kagetsuna, Sanada Yukimura). Although the armor is simpler than full-scale armor, you can fully enjoy the atmosphere by wearing a helmet, torso, gauntlets, etc. ~Experience flow~ ① Gathering and experience explanation (5 minutes) The flow of the experience will be explained carefully. ② Dressing in armor (15 minutes) "Ashigaru-san" will dress you with all his heart. ③ Teaching how to draw a sword, posture, and manners (20 minutes) Teaching how to handle a sword while wearing armor. ④ Commemorative photo (10 minutes) You can take a commemorative photo with your own camera. ⑤ Undress and disband the armor Finally, you will undress the armor and the experience will end.

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• Age 0～
• Within 1 hour

Would you like to experience traditional Japanese culture wearing kimono and trying Japanese tea ceremony at the beautiful Japanese garden of Torigata Hall, Keijo Park’s famous red Taiko Bridge, or the historic Orokan? How about an elegant photo shoot to commemorate your experience?

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• Age 20～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 17:00

This plan includes only the kimono and dressing. Recommended for those who want to wear their favorite accessories. A kimono professional will dress you, so there's no need to worry about your kimono coming undone! Why not put on a kimono and stroll through Iroha Yokocho on an autumn evening while enjoying a drink? We have a wide selection of kimonos, from fashionable original kimonos created by designer Rika Yanagiya to antique, pop, and traditional kimonos. For couples, we also have matching kimonos available! Please bring your favorite footwear and bag, or comfortable mules. We can also buy your rental kimono upon request. Prices vary depending on the yukata, so please feel free to contact us if you are interested. ■Rental times 17:00-21:00

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

This plan allows you to coordinate your kimono completely, including the kimono, dressing, obi, sandals, and accessory case. Recommended for those who want everything you need. A kimono professional will dress you, so you don't have to worry about your kimono coming undone! We have a wide selection of kimonos, from fashionable original kimonos created by designer Rika Yanagiya to antique, pop, and traditional kimonos. For couples, we also have matching kimonos available! ■Return time: Until 17:00

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

This plan includes kimono rental and dressing only. Recommended for those who want to bring their own favorite accessories. A kimono professional will dress you, so there's no need to worry about the kimono coming undone! We have a wide selection of kimonos, from fashionable original kimonos created by designer Rika Yanagiya to antique, pop, and traditional kimonos. For couples, we also have matching kimonos available! Please bring your favorite footwear and bag, or comfortable mules. *Footwear, bags, and other accessories can be rented as an option. ■Return time: Until 5:00 p.m.

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• Age 10～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Experience Buddhism at Ryusenji Temple. Learn about Buddhist teachings while worshiping rare Buddhist statues. You can unify your mind by copying sutras. (You can also meditate instead of copying sutras) You can make a bracelet with your own prayer beads. Take it home as a souvenir. ~Experience flow~9:00 Experience Buddhism Information about the history and traditions of Ryusenji Temple9:15 Visit to the Buddha statue Visit cultural assets and rare Buddha statues10:15 Sutra copying experience Copy the Heart Sutra using a brush and ink. Take a break after finishing (approximately 15 minutes)11:00 Making a prayer beads bracelet Make your own bracelet from prayer beads. Each bead has a prayer meaning, and you can choose your own. ~12:00 Question response We will answer any questions you may have or would like to ask.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

The oldest in the prefecture Hot spring Township "autumn palace Hot spring The Yuzawa area has many attractions, such as the “Kawahara House Hell,” one of Japan's three major spiritual sites along with Gokyo and Okoyama and Tateyama. At the Yuzawa Ichikawa Ren Lacquer Traditional Craft Museum, we used the “Romee” technique that has been used for many crafts since ancient times Japanese lacquerware making You can experience Anyone can participate, so please complete your original lacquer to commemorate your journey.

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• Age 20～Age 99
• 2～3 hours

Food that combines the spirit of hospitality and history of Date Masamune with ``terroage,'' a combination of ``terroir,'' which refers to the climate, natural features, and human activities of a region, and ``marriage,'' which refers to the matching of food and alcohol. It's an experience. Date Masamune was particular about entertaining his guests, and his style was to offer heartfelt hospitality. ``In order to entertain people, rather than preparing a large number of dishes, please be considerate and cook the food in front of them, or bring your own food and serve it in a dignified way.'' ``Feast people.'' It's good to have one for everything. (Both from the Kimura Uemon Memorandum) Dishes that use carefully selected ingredients produced in Miyagi Prefecture, including the Akiu area, and the Akiu cuisine cultivated by the climate of Akiu. Marriage with wine from Winery. The event will be held at Akiusha, a charming cafe-restaurant that was opened in a renovated 160-year-old private house. So far, we have held ``First Group: Visiting Oshika in Autumn,'' which featured deer from the Oshika Peninsula, ``Second Group: In Love with the Sea of ​​Sanriku,'' which featured wakame seaweed from Ishinomaki, and ``Third Group: Appreciating the Autumn Harvest.'' The fourth group is titled ``Congratulations on the coming year,'' and features ingredients such as nameko mushrooms and mountain shimeji mushrooms grown in Akiu. We have prepared a special menu to recreate the New Year's dishes. Each group enjoyed a course meal and Akiu wine as their main ingredients. Stay tuned to see what kind of theme and what kind of Miyagi Prefecture ingredients will be featured next!

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• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 90
• 4～5 hours
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00

★【Akita Winter Fun Discount】Applicable Plan★During the campaign period (2024.12.1-2025.2.28), experience fees are up to 50% off! Please enter coupon code [6AKC] to make a reservation. *Maximum discount: 6,000 yen per person *If the budget limit is reached, the plan will end regardless of the target period. ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿This plan includes kimono rental, dressing by a hairdresser, and hair styling. One of the symbols of Noshiro City, which prospered through the lumber industry, "Kyu-ryotei Kaneyū" is a former restaurant built using plenty of natural Akita cedar wood and is registered as a national tangible cultural property. A hairdresser will dress you in a kimono and set your hair. Enjoy taking photos in the building and strolling around the city in a beautiful kimono. Noshiro City is home to Noshiro Technical High School (now Noshiro Science and Technology High School), which is said to have been the model for the high school in the film, and many fans visit on a pilgrimage to the holy land of basketball. There are museums, monuments, and wall art related to basketball in the vicinity. ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＜Prices＞① Uruwashi Set (Kimono) [25,700 yen] Kimono, accessories, hair set, photogenic set, Kumiko making experience② Casual Uruwashi Set (Kimono) [19,000 yen] Kimono, accessories, hair set③ Student Uruwashi Set (Kimono) [19,200 yen] Kimono, accessories, hair set, photogenic set【Photogenic set】Contents: Umbrella, self-shutter※All prices shown are inclusive of tax.※Includes kimono, underwear, obi, geta, drawstring bag, dressing fee, room fee for dressing, and hair set fee. *Please choose the pattern of your kimono on the day. *Plans ① and ③ include the rental fee for the "Photogenic Set." *The "Kumiko-making Experience" included in Plan ① is a popular menu that allows you to experience traditional techniques. You will be carefully instructed on how to make the kumiko, and you can take home the finished kumiko craft as a souvenir. *The "Photogenic Set" and "Kumiko-making Experience" can be added as options. Photogenic Set: 2,000 yen Kumiko-making Experience: 4,700 yen ■ [June to September only] Yukata rental plans are also available. https://activityjapan.com/publish/plan/55849

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 06:00

Odate City, Akita Prefecture, which is the center of the northern Tohoku region, has a rich food culture. Why do not you visit the seasonal ingredients at the public market that handles vegetables and fish at the same time, which is the only one in the north of Akita prefecture that supports the food culture? There are many spots to enjoy such as the powerful local vegetable auction and the fresh fish caught from the local Akita sea. Get up a little early, come to the market instead of exercising early in the morning, eat delicious breakfast, and enjoy Odate even more! * Because it is a public market, general people cannot shop. note that.

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• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 18:00

Tsugaru Soul Tsugaru Shamisen Lesson Experience! ! The Tsugaru Shamisen plays the soul of the snowy Aomori Prefecture Tsugaru area. Utilizing Tsugaru Shamisen professional performer Kenichi Nagamine, who has a reputation for the odorous performance of Tsugaru, and the experience of accepting overseas young artists, it will be realized by tie-up with Tsugaru Shamisen practice individual lesson and local tour guide who held a concert Tsugaru shamisen private lesson.

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• Age 7～Age 85
• 1～2 hours

Please enjoy "Wasabi farm tour" and "Wasabi processing experience" in the clear air and beautiful scenery of Okura village ♪ You can taste all wasabi dishes.

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• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 60
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00

Enjoy traditional Japanese culture at Ryusenji Temple - Urasenke Matcha Tea Ceremony and Buddhist Sermon In this program, you can experience traditional Japanese culture to your heart's content in the calm space of Ryusenji Temple. After renting a kimono and learning how to put it on, you can experience how to make Urasenke-style matcha tea, and finally listen to a Buddhist sermon in Japanese and English. Experience flow: 9:00 Choose a kimono and try on your kimono Choose a kimono and have a professional staff member help you put it on. After getting dressed, it's time for a commemorative photo. Wear a beautiful kimono, take photos, and feel the tradition of Japan. 11:00 Urasenke Matcha Tea Ceremony Experience the traditional Urasenke matcha tea ceremony. Learn the spirit of Japanese tea ceremony by making and tasting matcha in a seiza position. You can also try making matcha yourself. 11:45 Buddhist Sermon You can learn the Buddhist teachings of Ryusenji Temple through a 15-minute sermon in English. You can feel the deep wisdom of Buddhism and peace of mind. 12:00 Q&A After the experience, if you have any questions, the monks will be happy to answer them. You can learn more about Buddhist teachings and culture.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30 / 19:00

We will make accessories by reusing the washi paper used in the Sendai Tanabata festival. I would be happy if you could know the culture of Tanabata through the experience.

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• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30 / 19:00

It is a new art that stacks Sendai Tanabata Japanese paper and origami on a mold of Miyagi Prefecture design. The windsock part that was actually used for the Sendai Tanabata Festival is reused. Since the mold is cut, even children can easily make it.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30 / 19:00

Choose from fox or cat. I will draw using my favorite painting materials. Feel free to make your own by pasting Japanese paper or stickers on the streamers that were actually used in the Sendai Tanabata Festival. If you are not good at drawing, even small children can easily do it.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30 / 19:00

Why do not you experience Japanese traditional culture "monri-cutting play"? Crest-cutting is a play from the Edo period that cuts out folded paper according to the pattern and creates a crest shape. You can choose your favorite pattern.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30 / 19:00

Why don't you enjoy making "Flower Jelly", a decorated sweet that originated in Peru, South America?

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• Age 13～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:30

Uncover a renewed sense of self amidst the breathtaking beauty of Matsushima, where countless monks have sought spiritual awakening. Tranquwell, a premier wellness retreat company, invites you to a day of Zen and nature.

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• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1 Day or more
• 12:50

This is a two-day, one-night taxi tour where you can receive direct instruction from swordsmith Shohei Fujiyasu, observe the appreciation of Japanese swords, observe the forging process (preparing the base for Japanese swords), and experience hammering and copper plate inscription. Through the tour, you will learn about the beauty and spirit that resides in Japanese swords. After staying overnight at the famous Iizaka Onsen hot spring in Fukushima City, on the second day, you will be taken to a Japanese lunch using Fukushima City's specialties and Nakano Fudoson, one of the three Fudoson in Japan.

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• Age 2～Age 100
• 3～4 hours

This is the “Junsai Picking Experience” in Mitane Town, located in the northwestern part of Akita Prefecture. In a swamp with a depth of 50 to 60 cm, the berries are harvested while riding in a small boat with a size of about 1 tatami mat and using a stick to steer the boat. Adults and children alike can safely experience picking, and we will carefully teach you how to ride a small boat and how to pick junsai, so even beginners can do it. When you pick each one by hand, it feels silky smooth♪ The experience of hand-picking in the actual Junsai marsh is a surprisingly fresh experience. Please enjoy a valuable experience that can only be enjoyed here! ～Time Schedule～ ※The time is just an example. Check the temperature and the route to Junsai Pond. Tasting a bite of junsai at the cafe corner. 9:40 [Departure] Departure by private car, taxi, rental car, etc. 10:00 [Arrival, experience start (~180 minutes)] Arrive at Abe Farm. After listening to the farmer's explanation, the experience started.

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• Age 12～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00

And painting experience of the new specialty "Ishinomaki Kokeshi" of Ishinomaki, Ishinomaki healthy market adult is plan the gas-seafood bowl "healthy bowl" is now set. Feel free to use even from one person! Let's enjoy walking around the city with Ishinomaki's good children plan!

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• Age 13～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

■ Experience flow 1. 1. Change into Iaido gi / hakama 2. 2. Visit Hayashizaki Iai Shrine, the number one shrine in Japan 3. 3. Commentary on Iaido 4. Watch the performance of Iaido by a high-ranking instructor 5. Iaido's "first sword" experience 6. Tatami mat slashing experience 7. Commemorative photo shoot (taken with your own camera, etc.) ◆ Additional option: Tameshigiri tatami mat 1 bottle 3300 yen (please let us know when you apply) ■ Target people Junior high school students and more, height 150 cm and more ■ option You can attach an interpreter in English, Chinese, etc. * Please contact us for languages other than the above. Interpretation fee 15,000 yen (excluding tax) (1 experience, 1 group) (Please pay separately from the experience fee) ■ What is Iaido? Iaido is a martial art that originates from the sword-drawing technique created by Hayashizaki Shigenobu Year It has been developed as a technique to slash the enemy by pulling out the sword when the enemy attacks without pulling out the sword. The era of war is over, and the characteristics of Iaido, which can respond flexibly from a state of not being in a fighting posture, have sublimated into the spirit of "non-fighting technology" that does not unnecessarily hurt the opponent, and the enhanced one becomes Bushido. It has influenced me. Because Iaido uses the mind and body rationally, it is now widely loved as a martial art that is used by both men and women of all ages to train their minds and bodies and lead their daily lives well.

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• Age 6～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 13:30

■ Flow of experience 1. Visit at Japan's No. 1 Hayashizaki Iai Shrine 2. Commentary on Iaido 3. Watch the performance of Iaido by the teachers 4. Commentary on sword removal 5. See the trial cutting technique 6. Commemorative photo shoot (taken with your camera) ■ option Interpreters such as English and Chinese can be attached. * Please contact us for languages other than the above. Interpretation fee 15,000 yen (excluding tax) (1 experience 1 group) (Please pay separately from the experience fee) ■ What is Iaido? Iaido is a martial art that originated from Jinsuke Shigenobu Hayashizaki about 450 Year ago. It has been developed as a technique to remove the sword when it is attacked by the enemy without removing the sword and to kill the enemy. The era of war is over, and the characteristics of Iaido that can respond flexibly from a state of not being in battle Sublimated into the spirit of "technique that does not fight" that does not hurt the opponent unnecessarily, the elevated things have influenced Bushido. Iaido is used widely as a martial art that is used by both men and women of all ages to train their mind and body and to lead their daily lives because they use their mind and body reasonably.

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• Age 10～Age 50
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00

"Enjoy the scenery of the UNESCO World Heritage Shirakami-Sanchi" Walk the mountains of Noshiro in full pilgrimage attire with Noen Haruharu, a guide from Ryusenji Temple! You can hear about history and faith from your guide, and about trees and flowers from Noen Haruharu. Experience Buddhism by walking through the mountain scenery of the four seasons. Pick seasonal wild vegetables, cook them yourself, and eat them. Enjoy seasonal wild vegetables with rice balls, pickles, and miso soup. At the end, there is a 15-minute Buddhist talk in English. ~Experience flow~ 9:00 Mountain hiking Content changes depending on the season Pick wild vegetables Take a break at the peak and drink Noen Haruharu's herbal tea Heart Sutra reading in the hall (reading sutras together) 12:00 Return to Ryusenji Temple Cook wild vegetables yourself Don't worry, we will prepare extra if there is not much to pick. Lunch is rice balls with wild vegetables, miso soup, and smoked daikon radish while looking at the Shirakami Mountains. You can listen to a 15-minute talk on Buddhism in English from the head priest. Until 13:00 Q&A We will answer any questions you may have.

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• Age 7～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

Let's explore various Japanese cultures! This is a 2-hour course where you can learn about and experience Japanese culture using a theme of your choice. You can choose a theme that interests you, such as tea ceremony, kimono, or Japanese music, and learn about it. Please use it for various purposes such as training with friends, family, students, and workplaces.

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• Age 10～Age 75
• Within 1 hour

We offer a simple and informal "table tea ceremony experience". In this experience, you can actually make matcha by yourself while learning the basics of the tea ceremony in one hour. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Demonstration and hands-on experience (30 minutes) First, you will see a demonstration by the instructor. I will explain the specific steps and manners while demonstrating. After that, participants will move on to the experience of actually making matcha. The feature is that you can easily enjoy it using things you have at home, such as handkerchiefs and spoons. ②Enjoy dried sweets (15 minutes) Enjoy dried sweets with matcha green tea. Enjoy a table tea ceremony to your heart's content while enjoying flavorful sweets. ③ Exchange of impressions and opinions (15 minutes) After the experience, we will set aside time to exchange impressions and opinions with the participants. Let's share the memorable moments, what kind of realizations and impressions you had. It is also attractive to be able to freely exchange opinions in an atmosphere that is not formal. The Aime-toi Cooking School's "Table Tea Ceremony Experience" specializes in promoting table tea ceremony that can be easily enjoyed at home. You can use familiar tools such as paper towels, handkerchiefs, and spoons instead of kaishi, chashaku, chakin, and fukusa. While learning the basics of the tea ceremony, enjoy an experience that emphasizes ease and ease.

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• Age 10～Age 80
• Within 1 hour

This is a hands-on activity where you play the local traditional culture "Kanayama Taiko" in beautiful nature. Would you like to be healed by the drums echoing in the countryside and mountains? Kanayama drums have been carefully handed down locally for the prosperity of Okuzo Kanayama, which flourished during the Nara period. It is characterized by making big drums resound in the mountains. The echoing sound penetrates your body. We will take photos and videos of the experience with your smartphone or camera. Excellent access from nearby sightseeing spots such as Lake Towada, Appi and Hachimantai! Please come and visit us.

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• Age 10～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 12:00

You can enjoy a slightly rich lunch while watching Maimusume's dance. There are many discoveries in the museum where you can feel the romance of the Takehisa Yumeji Museum and the Taisho romance, and you can enjoy it with your family, friends, and anyone! You can also take a commemorative photo with Maimusume. ～ Flow of the day ～ 12:00 Lunch) Please enjoy your meal in the large hall on the 2nd floor of the table. 12:30 Video viewing) Watch a video of the history of Sakata City and Somaro. 12:40 Dance appreciation) You can see the dance appreciation of Maimusume. 12:55 Commemorative photo with Maimusume / Senjafuda present) You can take a commemorative photo with Maimusume with your own camera. Finally, Maimusume will give you a Senjafuda. 13:00 Closing / Visiting the museum) You can visit the Takehisa Yumeji Museum. You can take pictures in the hall except for some areas.

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• Age 6～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30 / 15:30

Snowy winter in Tohoku and Akita. "Straw work" has been done for winter handicrafts every day when I lived with my family in the hearth. Let's make "Shimenawa" used for special ceremonies from daily use such as pots.

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