Things to do in Kansai Page 12

• Age 7～Age 90
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• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30 / 16:00

This is a Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki pottery experience at Heian Gyokuo Touen. It is held on the first floor of Hotel Emion Kyoto in Umekoji, Kyoto, and is open to families, friends, and couples. You will use gosu (a kind of paint used in pottery) and a brush to paint with a Gyokuo Kiln painter. The artisans of the Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki kilns will gently and carefully guide you. A declaration of traditional crafts throughout Japan! Let's Togei (pottery) with Heian Gyokuo Touen! Notice of price change: The prices of main raw materials have continued to rise, and we have taken various measures to maintain prices, but it has become difficult to maintain the current price system, so we have decided to revise our prices, although we are very reluctant to do so. We appreciate your understanding. [Price change details]・Pottery wheel experience ¥4,400⇒¥5,500・Hand-kneading experience ¥4,400⇒¥5,500・Painting experience ¥3,850⇒¥4,400・Date of change ⇒November 1, 2024*The new prices will apply to reservations made after November 1. (*However, customers who make reservations for November or later by October 31 will be charged the current price.)

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• Age 7～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30 / 16:00

This is a Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki pottery experience at Heian Gyokuo Touen. It is held on the first floor of Hotel Emion Kyoto in Umekoji, Kyoto, and is open to families, friends, and couples. Using a hand-cranked potter's wheel, you will create a vessel using clay that is uniquely blended by the potter. The craftsmen of the Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki pottery kilns will gently and carefully guide you. A declaration of traditional crafts throughout Japan! Let's Togei (pottery) with Heian Gyokuo Touen! Notice of price change: The prices of main raw materials have continued to rise, and we have taken various measures to maintain prices, but it has become difficult to maintain the current price system, so we have decided to revise the prices, although we are very reluctant to do so. We appreciate your understanding. [Price change details]・Pottery wheel experience ¥4,400⇒¥5,500・Hand-kneading experience ¥4,400⇒¥5,500・Painting experience ¥3,850⇒¥4,400・Date of change ⇒November 1, 2024*The new prices will apply to reservations made after November 1. (*However, customers who make reservations for November or later by October 31 will be charged the current price.)

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• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:30 / 16:00

Kayaking is the only place where you can play in the water with a different perspective than when swimming! It is a plan that allows a wide range of people to experience a lot of such extraordinary things with peace of mind. It doesn't matter if you are a complete beginner. Please be assured that the instructor will carefully support you. ◎There are clean locker rooms and shower rooms◎◎You can enjoy the facility's outdoor pool at any time before or after the experience (summer only)♪◎The experience fee includes facility usage fees, parking fees, etc., so no additional fees are required. !

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:45 / 13:00 / 14:30 / 16:00

"Handmade soba Umarahara" holds a soba noodle experience classroom. How about experiencing soba noodles during Arashiyama sightseeing ♪ ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception (5 minutes) ② Explanations flow (5 minutes) ③ Hand wash, change of clothes, preparation (5 minutes) ④ Buckwheat noodle experience (45 minutes) ⑤ Tasting (30 minutes) ⑥ Class ends

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:45 / 13:00 / 14:30 / 16:00

"Handmade soba Umarahara" holds a soba noodle experience classroom. How about experiencing soba noodles during Arashiyama sightseeing ♪ ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception (5 minutes) ② Explanations flow (5 minutes) ③ Hand wash, change of clothes, preparation (5 minutes) ④ Buckwheat noodle experience (45 minutes) ⑤ Tasting (30 minutes) ⑥ Class ends

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• Age 3～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

This is a 2.5 hour walking tour for 3 people or more. In fact, Kushimoto Town has a deep connection with Turkey. Why not take a leisurely walk while listening to stories about the history of friendship with Turkey that began with the Ertugrul disaster? Kashinozaki is also designated as a Nanki-Kumano Geosite, and has interesting geological features.

• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 07:00 / 09:00 / 12:00 / 15:00

Big SUP for 5 to 8 people! Let's join forces to reach Hashigui Rock, which is floating offshore and cannot be reached by one person! If we all join forces, we can arrive easily. Even though it is called SUP, it is like a large mobile floating island. Once we reach the offshore, it will become a base where you can spend your time on the sea as you like. The instructor will accompany you to Hashigui Rock in the offshore. You can look down into the water and feel like you are walking on the sea! It is easy to go to the offshore because everyone is paddling together! (Beginners cannot do it with a single-seater SUP) Once you reach Hashigui Rock, you can enjoy snorkeling ♪ ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception ② Practice / Explanation: First, we will practice paddling on the beach and in shallow waters and explain things to be careful of. ③ Start of the experience: We will take a walk on the sea with the instructor. Let's all work hard and paddle together to reach the offshore! If you get tired, you can sit down and paddle! Once you reach Hashigui Rock, you can relax and enjoy sunbathing and snorkeling. ④ Return and disband: If you wish, you can take a shower (hot water 200 yen for 3 minutes). You can eat and drink at Beach House Lapin. ★For a limited time, we offer a free special smoothie service! (Please leave a review.) ★We also offer free images!

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:15 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 13:15 / 15:00

You will make authentic Kyoto sweets under the guidance of craftsmen. Please make memorable memories in Kyoto forever.

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• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

Set your destination and explore new areas of Lake Biwa! This course is perfect for adventurous kayakers. Kayak around local rivers, landmarks and wildlife spots. The instructor will introduce recommended destinations according to the conditions of the day you experience. Let's decide the destination while consulting and leave! (Example) Ukimido course to see a floating temple on the lake, Taishoji River course to go through a tunnel of trees While enjoying the beautiful scenery of Lake Biwa, please ask the instructor about the good points of Shiga Prefecture and Lake Biwa! Let's take a short break and take a beautiful commemorative photo before heading back home~

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• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

You can enjoy playing with natural materials in the gallery with an ocean view in the tile factory in Awajishima! Adults and children an extraordinary experience with an "immersive experience" ♪

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 20～Age 99
• 3～4 hours
• 13:00

Nadagogo, Japan's number one sake brewery, is a mecca for sake lovers, where you can enjoy free tours and tastings of more than 10 sake breweries. Sake breweries gather along the Hanshin Railway lines, and the roads are flat, making it perfect for walking around town.If you come to Kansai, please try it once. Sake made from high-quality sake rice (Yamada Nishiki) suitable for sake brewing and high-quality underground water rich in minerals. This is a tour around Nada, which has prospered as a famous sake production area since the Edo period because of its port.・A walking tour of Japan's No. 1 sake brewery, Nada Sake Brewery・Please try this tour where you can learn trivia, history, manufacturing process and more.・10 free tastings included, so be careful not to drink too much.

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• Activity Japan 2024 Fall Sale

• Age 4～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:30 / 16:00

Ride a water tuber and enjoy water attractions! Run around and relieve stress! ◎There are clean shower rooms and shower rooms◎◎You can enjoy the outdoor pool in the facility at any time before or after the experience (summer only)♪◎The experience fee includes facility usage fees, parking fees, etc., so no additional fees are required. !

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 18:00

In this plan, you will create something you like, such as rings, pendants and brooches. The clay-like sterling silver is hand-crafted, so you can easily make original silver accessories even for the first time.

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• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 18:00

In this plan, one marriage ring will be produced. The clay-like sterling silver is hand-crafted, so it is easy to make even for the first time. After the regular course process, we will polish it for about 30 minutes and finish it in a high quality ring.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 90
• 3～4 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

Koyasan is a sacred place of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism founded by Kobo Daishi Kukai 1200 years ago. The entire area of Mt. Koya is called ``Kongobu-ji, the head temple.'' In particular, ``Okunoin'' and ``Danjo Garan'' are two of the most sacred places of worship. We will guide you through spots such as Danjo Garan, Okunoin, Koyasan Shichibenten, etc. in the style of a trainee monk. It is also recommended that you experience training in the same way as the former Shugenja, and visit the legends related to Kukai. This experience work is recommended for those who want to learn more about Koyasan. Half day and full day courses are available.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

It is a company of Mizugo tour in Omihachiman. Take a leisurely rowing boat through the maze-like reed beds that change with the seasons. It is a healing trip where you can experience nature while being healed by the sounds of birds and the wind. There are many water village tours all over Japan, but we are proud that Omihachiman is the best place to go in the wilderness in Japan. Enjoy a wonderful landscape and a relaxing time. There are also chartered boats that you can enjoy with your friends and family, and regular boats that are popular with one or two people.

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• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 80
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00

We rent electric machine guns (air guns). Aim at the placed target and take your time with your handgun... You can aim one shot at a time, or you can mow it down all at once with a machine gun sweep. It's also fun to have two guns and feel like the main character in a movie or game! It's OK to print out a photo of someone you hate...and use it! Let's get rid of your daily frustrations.At our store, you can have fun and relieve stress with 3 types of stress relief plans. Many of our customers enjoy playing airguns and then move on to the destructive entertainment of smashing things into pieces. Air gun shooting (20 minutes) 3 targets + fixed + 200 BB bullets 2,200 yen *Upgrading the size of targets, BB bullets, and plan can be added as an option at the store *(Cash only)

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• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

It is a very advantageous course that you can bake two works by hand. It comes with a pottery lecture, so you can try things that may be a little difficult with confidence. You can make a wide range of favorite things such as matching cups, couple bowls, figurines, etc. with your family. You can make it from 1 kg of soil (as a guide, two bowls). The work will be baked in about one to one and a half months.

• With Pets
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• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

In the takoyaki making experience, you can make two very realistic food samples of Osaka's specialty "takoyaki"! You can choose between a key chain or a magnet as you like. You can make your own memories of Osaka Minami and take them home. We recommend making one for yourself and the other as a gift to make a matching set. ~Experience flow~1. Grill the takoyaki dough♪2. Draw green onions and pickled ginger! 3. Spread the sauce deliciously♪4. Pour on some green laver and it's done!

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 12:00 / 15:00

For the first time Wakeboarding If you are new to this plan! Rental You can feel free to come by hand so it's confusing ♪ ● Wakeboarding What? Simply put, it's a marine snowboard. \ (^ O ^) / A sport that you can pull on a ski boat and slide on water We compete technique by jump using wave that ski boat makes ♪ ● hand in hand OK ♪ ~ Board, life jacket, line & handle, wet suit etc. Wakeboarding All you need for free Rental Possible ★ You can come with one swimsuit ♡ ● option so BBQ You can do it too! Please select a table (gas stove) or a brick stand (charcoal). The ingredients Number of participants Please apply for a minute. Wakeboarding Before doing, after doing BBQ Let's enjoy ♪

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

Hand forming, is a ceramic art experience plan that can pottery making in the Tatara making or a full-fledged electric potter's wheel, such as your favorite recipe,. Cups and dishes, Model can be made a thing you want to make of their own, such as vases. To work with a handmade seems to taste a hand forming and Tatara building, so you can make the works of uniform finish in the electric potter's wheel, please try to challenge the things you want to make of your own.

• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

ワンちゃん、ネコちゃんの器に絵付けをすることができます。 ワンちゃん、ネコちゃんが食べやすい、傾斜をつけた形の器です。 ワンちゃん、ネコちゃんのお名前や手描きのイラストで、世界で一つだけの器が完成します。 特製のパステルカラーの釉薬をご用意しています。 焼き上がりまで約1.5ヶ月程度掛かります。

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Let's make a memorial of your favorite dog's handprint! Collaborate with the owner! I wonder if I can do my best to get the bills ~ The work will be baked in about one to one and a half months.

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 99
• Within 1 hour

We will make a cool rubber band gun using the wood of Ryujin Village. ～ Flow of the day ～ ① Confirmation of materials ② Safety guidance ③ Explanation of how to make ④ Work ⑤ Operation check ⑥ Finishing

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• Age 6～Age 99
• 2～3 hours

We have seasonal pop-ups such as creatures, plants and insects, zodiac signs, chicks and helmets associated with Kumano and Ryujin Village. Materials and tools are available, so you don't need to prepare anything and you can enjoy it easily. ～ Flow of the day ～ ①Choose what to make and materials ②When using a cutter Explanation of how to use the cutter and safety guidance ③Cut according to the sketch ④Fold according to the explanation. ⑤ Apply adhesive in order and assemble.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 11:30 / 12:30 / 13:30 / 14:30

Recommended for families and couples, where you can enjoy Kyoto's popular "kimono rental" + "pottery experience" as a set! You can come to the store empty-handed! You can enjoy the pottery experience while wearing a kimono!! (Kappogi will be loaned to you during the pottery experience) We have a large selection of kimonos for women, men, and children, so we are looking forward to seeing you as a family! (Reservations can be made for up to 5 people) ●Pottery experience is available for first graders and above [~Price~] Kimono rental + pottery experience ¥6,600 (tax included) *Additional shipping costs for pottery works will be charged [~ Time required ~] <Kimono rental> Approximately 40 minutes <Pottery experience> 20 minutes *Kimono return time is 17:00 [~Meeting location ~] Rental kimono Shiki Sakura Kiyomizu-dera store 2-208 Shimizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0862 -7 *The pottery experience will start one hour after the kimono rental reservation time. <Example> 10:00~Kimono rental → 11:20~Pottery experience [~Flow of the day~] 1. Please come to ``Rental Kimono Shiki Sakura Kiyomizu-dera Store'' on the scheduled date and time. 2.Choose your favorite kimono and we will put it on you. 3. Enjoy a pottery experience wearing a kimono at "Kasho Kiln Ceramics Class", a 3-minute walk away♪ [~About kimono rental~] ◇Kimono entrustment plan (yukata plan) set: undergarment, kimono (yukata), obi・Bags and sandals (geta) will be rented *Haori and shawls can be rented for an additional fee from December to March. Haori only 800 yen, shawl only 300 yen ・Haori and shawl 1,000 yen *Tabi included ( (You can take it home after use)・Time: Dressing and preparation takes about 20 to 30 minutes (hair setting is an additional 20 minutes) Please select your visit time and make a reservation.You can experience pottery until return time at 17:00 You can enjoy a free walk [~About the pottery experience~] ◇Pottery experience *The pottery experience starts 1 hour after the kimono rental reservation time ``Kasho Kiln Pottery Class'' 3 Shimizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0862 -343☆ What you can make: Small teacups, cups (handles are free)☆ Colors to choose from: 7 standard colors + seasonal limited colors (2 color gradation) white, black, red, green, blue, light blue, pink Spring ( March to May) White x Pink Summer (June to August) White x Blue Autumn (September to November) White x Cafe au lait Winter (December to February) White x Black *This plan is small in size. If you plan to upgrade, please pay an additional fee on-site.There are many samples of works in the store, so please use them as a reference to visualize the shape.During the experience, you will consult with the staff and create the shape you desire.

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• Age 15～Age 65
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00

Recommended for active adults who want to have an experience that they can really enjoy. Explore the otherworldly "caves" created by nature with a guide. Visit an extraordinary world that is completely different from tourist caves! We will proceed at a pace that suits your physical strength. Enjoy a luxurious time. - What is caving? - It is an activity where you explore natural caves, not tourist caves, wearing special equipment. Inside the caves created by nature over a long period of time, you can encounter mysterious sights that are not found on the surface and creatures that have evolved uniquely. At Yoiyoi Kawakami, we place importance on safety and are guided by guides certified by the Japan Caving Federation.

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• Age 5～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

Cave exploration for ages 5 and up! *For adults only, please apply for adventure caving. Get ready for a natural cave exploration with your gear! Crawl through narrow gaps on all fours, climb rock walls, and get covered in mud as you head to the depths. You will encounter mysterious sights that have been created over many years that are not found on the surface of the earth, and creatures that have evolved in their own way. -What is caving? -Exploring caves to experience the mysteries of the earth! Caving is a full-scale cave exploration activity. Explore the "cave = other world" that nature has created over many years with a guide. Inside the cave, where no light reaches, there is an extraordinary world that is completely different from tourist caves. You will encounter mysterious sights that are not found on the surface of the earth and creatures that have evolved in their own way. The sense of accomplishment when you successfully complete a cave exploration gives children great confidence. The experience of overcoming difficulties increases self-esteem and brings out their motivation to take on the next challenge. Cave exploration is a wonderful activity that supports children's growth in many ways. Please enjoy this adventure with your children! Safety first Safety is our number one priority, and guides certified by the Japan Caving Federation will provide you with solid support. We will carefully explain how to use the equipment and the precautions to take in the cave, so you can enjoy exploring with peace of mind. The appeal of the family tour This tour is a special experience that children over 5 years old and their families can participate in together. There are plenty of educational contents that will promote your child's growth! Through cave exploration, you can learn about the wonders of nature and the history of the earth while cultivating teamwork and problem-solving skills. Why cave exploration promotes children's growth 1. Cultivating curiosity and a spirit of inquiry Caves are an unknown world, which strongly stimulates children's curiosity. Making new discoveries in the dark deepens their interest in nature and science. 2. Improving problem-solving skills In cave exploration, children face various problems when passing through narrow passages and climbing rocks. By overcoming these challenges, children naturally develop problem-solving skills. 3. Strengthening teamwork and communication Cave exploration is often done in teams, and by working together with family and friends, teamwork and communication skills are improved. By helping each other and talking to each other, trust will also deepen.

• Age 5～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 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

★ Reservations will be restricted from April 25th to May 11th, 2020. We recommend you to make a reservation. "Forest Adventure UP Kannabe" is a nature-friendly outdoor park located in Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture. Customers are required to wear a special safety belt called a "harness" and go around various courses set up on the tree by themselves. From the spring of 2020, a new canopy course will be set up in Forest Adventure Okugami Nabe that even small children can enjoy. It is a simple and easy-to-use safety device and has a slightly lower height and difficulty than the adventure course, so it can be used by a wider range of people. The whole family can enjoy a wide range of activities, from children to adults who are trying for the first time. The canopy course is for people who are over 110 cm tall and weigh up to 130 kg. * Children over the third grade of elementary school can use it alone, but parents are requested to watch over from the ground. * If you are under the third grade of elementary school, please join us with a guardian or a person with equivalent qualifications (18 years old or older). Up to 4 children can be accompanied by 1 parent. * Please enter the number of children, age, and height in the inquiry column for other requests. Please contact us by phone for more information.

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• Age 6～
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00 / 19:00 / 20:00

You haven't seen a table that you've seen on TV or comics, and now you don't see a table, a catastrophe if you turn your table over! However, our shop's Chabudai is upside down and it is OK ^^ There is no problem even if the dishes on the top are shattered! Turn it over with all your might.

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