Life experience in Japan

• Age 6～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 05:00

The Watarase Balloon Race will also be held (12/13~12/15)! Why not take a look at the spectacular view of over 30 hot air balloons flying from the sky? (Drone photography is not permitted during the competition period to prevent collisions with the balloons) Active athletes participating in the 2024 World Hot Air Balloon Championships will guide you to a world of up to 1000m in a full-scale free flight experience. With a variety of options, you can create your own original experience together, whether it's romantic with your loved one or making memories with friends and family. During the free flight experience, you will receive a "boarding certificate"! In addition, we will hold a ceremony to celebrate the traditional first flight of the balloon in the style of the real thing and a toast with champagne! We will provide a drink (non-alcoholic carbonated) and snack (waffle) set that you can eat in the sky. The set will be handed to you on the ground, so you can eat and drink at your convenience. English is available, so overseas visitors can also enjoy the scenery of Japan.

• Age 4～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 16:00

Are you ready to become a "sushi chef"? Sushi is a representative of Japanese culture, so making sushi is the best way to enjoy Japanese food!! Our friendly staff will help you have the best time in Japan. Let's dive into Japanese culture together! ▶︎About our class Our sushi making experience cooking class started in Tokyo in 2023. The theme is "Japanese food" and "experience". We started with the desire to enjoy Japanese food culture and sushi making with people from all over the world! ▶︎Menu There are many different types of sushi in Japan. In this cooking class, you will learn how to make nigiri sushi and roll sushi. 1: Nigiri sushi The most standard and popular sushi in Japan, and also the origin of sushi. 2: Roll sushi A type of sushi that is popular around the world, where ingredients are wrapped in rice. ▶︎Schedule It is about 2 hours. In the first hour, you will learn the history of sushi and how to make sushi, and actually make sushi! The second hour is free time to make sushi and meal time. After the meal, you can take a memorable photo with the landmark of Asakusa! ▶︎LocationOur cooking class is located in the center of Asakusa, a 1-minute walk from Asakusa Station! Asakusa is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Tokyo, with a strong history and culture. It is also recommended to go sightseeing in Asakusa before or after the cooking class! ▶︎Instructors and staffAll cooking classes are held in English. Local staff with extensive overseas experience will provide you with the best entertainment! Your memories in Tokyo will surely be unforgettable! ▶︎Menu changesThe following menus can be accommodated. ・Vegan・Vegetarian・Gluten-free・Halal・Allergy (no meat, nuts, fruit)※Please be sure to respond in advance if you need to change the menu. ※We cannot accommodate menu changes on the day of the event. ※We cannot accommodate requests for likes and dislikes of ingredients or changes to desired ingredients.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 05:00

A special sky trip where you can enjoy a spectacular view of the Kanto Plain from an altitude of 1000m. Why not make the time you spend with your family, friends, and loved ones special? Since it is a completely private space, you can relax and enjoy it without worrying about those around you. It is also perfect as a stage for a proposal! A romantic moment where you pledge your love in the sky is sure to be an unforgettable memory. In the sky, we will provide you with a set of drinks (non-alcoholic carbonated drinks) and snacks (waffles). Enjoy a special aerial picnic. After the flight, you will receive a "photo boarding certificate". We offer special services such as a ceremony to celebrate the first flight and a champagne toast in accordance with the authentic tradition. Come and enjoy a luxurious time in a special seat in the sky. Let's make unforgettable memories on a hot air balloon! * Up to 5 adults (up to 300 kg) can be accommodated per aircraft. The charter fee includes the boarding fee for up to 2 people, so if you apply for 3 or more people, please apply for the additional number of people option.

• 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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• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 18～Age 70
• 1～2 hours

The history, culture, and traditions of Gifu taken by photographer Atsushi Kobayashi of "Moon and Gifu Castle" are captured by various backgrounds of the era, including the majestic townscape that retains the atmosphere of the Edo period, and the tall black walls of the storehouses. Why don't you capture a moment of your trip with Gifu's four seasons in the background, such as the rustic alleyways, the distinctive vermilion iron bridges, the rows of old houses and the waterways that flow past their eaves? This is a "photo tour" for those who enjoy traveling in the Nagara River basin (Gifu City, Seki City, Mino City, Gujo City), where a professional photographer will accompany you and take pictures. Accompanying him is photographer Jun Kobayashi, whose work ``Moon and Gifu Castle'' has become known to the world. I will leave a record of my wonderful journey as a "work". We guarantee 15 or more cuts with data delivery. Time required: Approximately 2 hours Target age: None Setting period: November 2023 to March 2025 Plan includes: ・Photography by a professional photographer (about 1 hour to 1.5 hours) ・Data delivery (30 cuts guaranteed) *Images The data will be delivered via email using a data storage service such as Gigafile. Minimum number of people accepted (Minimum number of participants) 1 person Maximum number of people accepted: 4 people Reservation deadline 17:00 7 days before shooting location ① Kawahara Town (Gifu City) In front of the waiting area for the cormorant fishing boat ② Kose (Seki City) Kose Ukai Seki Fun Boat Office Please select from Tosho-mae ③ Streetscape with rising udatsu (Mino City) Former Imai family residence ④ Gujo Hachiman (Gujo City) Miyagase Bridge ①-④. The starting time is negotiable. We will decide the location for the photoshoot together with the customer and take the photo. *If the weather forecast for the day before shows rain, we will notify you of the cancellation by email or phone by 17:00 the day before.