Things to do in Kansai Page 16

• Age 0～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

The "Village Revitalization Project" was started after hearing from overseas tourists that they wanted to know more about Japanese culture and would like to participate if they had the opportunity to experience it. Located about an hour from Himeji Castle, it is a precious place that preserves traditional Japanese rural scenery and shrines. In addition, due to the declining birthrate and aging population, the local elementary school is also at risk of closing. This is a form that allows everyone to participate in village revitalization through Japanese cultural experiences, and is different from general tours. Please join the "Village Revitalization Project" and let's create the future together. Thank you. You can experience chamomile harvesting only in May. After that, you will move to a different location and experience cultural experiences such as Japanese dance, shamisen, koto, and shakuhachi, although it will change depending on the day. You will then move to a sake brewery where you can tour the brewery and taste the sake.

• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

The "Village Revitalization Project" was started after hearing from overseas tourists that they wanted to know more about Japanese culture and would like to participate if they had the opportunity to experience it. Located about an hour from Himeji Castle, it is a precious place that preserves traditional Japanese rural scenery and shrines. In addition, due to the declining birthrate and aging population, the local elementary school is also at risk of closing. This is a form that allows everyone to participate in village revitalization through Japanese cultural experiences, and is different from general tours. Please join the "Village Revitalization Project" and let's create the future together. Thank you. This plan includes a delicious strawberry picking experience and lunch. After that, we will move to a different location and experience cultural experiences such as Japanese dance, shamisen, koto, and shakuhachi, although it will change daily. In addition, we will move to a sake brewery and have a tour of the brewery and a tasting.

• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 4～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00

You will experience the traditional culture of flower arrangement in a Kyoto townhouse. After learning the basics, you are free to arrange the flowers as you like. After that, you will eat a Kyoto kaiseki bento lunch while looking at the flowers you have arranged with the head of the school. Children from kindergarten age can experience this. All flower arrangement tools, such as scissors, will be provided here.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 4～Age 99
• Within 1 hour

Sushi is now popular all over the world! At the Osaka Sushi Chef Experience Center, you can experience making authentic sushi. You can experience Japanese food culture firsthand♪ We will carefully teach you how to make authentic sushi, from the size of the rice to how to make it. 8 pieces of sushi (tuna, salmon, shrimp, egg, eel, crab, etc.) + mini udon hot pot *Contents may change depending on the season. After the experience, you will be given a diploma. *Explanation will be in Japanese during the experience.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 85
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 12:30

\ Pack Rafting {Half-Day Tour} / A refreshing plan where you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of "Dorokyo" and pack rafting ♪ ∽∽∽∽∽∽∽∽∽∽∽∽ \ Pack Rafting / {* Half-Day Tour *} ∽∽∽∽∽∽∽∽∽∽∽ What is pack rafting? ￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣￣ It is an activity where you go down the river in a compact rubber boat called a packraft, which can seat one or two people. Children in the lower grades of elementary school must ride with a guardian, but up to three small children can ride!

• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day

The Machiishimichi pilgrimage route to Mount Koya is registered as a World Heritage Site along with the Santiago de Compostela pilgrimage route in Spain. A total of 180 signposts are placed every cho (approximately 109 meters) from Jison-in Temple to the Great Pagoda of Mount Koya. Take on the challenge of trekking along the approximately 20km-long Machiishimichi route with a guide over the course of a day! Why not walk along an ancient pilgrimage route with fantastical scenery? ~Tour itinerary (example)~ ■Reception■Machiishimichi Walk (guided by guide) Course 1) World Heritage Site Jison-in Temple - World Heritage Site Mount Koya's Daimon Gate (7-8 hours) Course 2) World Heritage Site Mount Koya's Daimon Gate - World Heritage Site Jison-in Temple (7-8 hours) *Please select your desired course when making your reservation. ■End of experience

• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 2～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 12:01

[SUP experience at Mizukami Sanpo Shiga] Enjoy a walk on the water, freely paddling on Lake Biwa on a SUP (stand-up paddle board)! At Mizukami Sanpo Shiga, our instructors will carefully teach you how to ride and operate the paddle so that even beginners can experience SUP with confidence. In addition, with our drone photography service, you can capture the wonderful moments on Lake Biwa from the sky in video and footage to keep as special memories. The venue is the easily accessible "Biwako Rakuen Hotel Izutsu", which is convenient not only for car access but also for public transportation. ☆You can enjoy SUP with your dog☆ *For participation qualifications and precautions when bringing your dog, please check the "【Regarding bringing your dog (pet)】" page on our website. ―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-[Experience duration] Approximately 70-80 minutes (required time from check-in to dismissal is 90 minutes) 12:00 [Experience fee] 17,600 yen per person (tax included) [Schedule on the day] 1 Gather 15 minutes before the start time. 2 Complete check-in and settle the fee. 3 Preliminary explanation and meeting about SUP experience and drone shooting. 4 Change clothes and get ready, and prepare to depart on the water. 5 Receive a preliminary explanation about SUP (how to row, how to enjoy, precautions, etc.) 6 Launch the boat and enjoy a SUP adventure of about 60-70 minutes. 7 Start drone shooting. 8 Land the boat and end the activity. 9 Change clothes and get ready. 10 Check the images and videos. 11 End of activity. Disbandment * Images and videos will be provided at a later date. ―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++―-++++ [Notes] * The organizers may cancel or change the event depending on the weather conditions on the day. Please be aware of this in advance.

• With Pets

• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

＼Make the experience even more moving than it was at that moment/It has become commonplace to take pictures of the excitement of seeing a wonderful scenery and share it on social media, but we cannot see ourselves melting into the scenery. With a drone, you can capture large-scale footage that completely envelops you and the scenery. Would you like to capture never-before-seen footage with a drone, whether it's as a memory of your travels, as a record of commemorative events, or as a photo of sports and activities? We will visit your designated location throughout the Kansai region and shoot videos and still images for approximately 30 minutes per flight. Please feel free to contact us to discuss where and what kind of footage you would like to shoot. ~Flow of the day~ ① Location scouting/meetings We preview the site and discuss the shooting plan (about 10 minutes) ② Fly the shooting drone and shoot (about 30 minutes) ③ Data delivery If using AirDrop, on the spot If you would like to give it to us or download it, we will give you the URL.

• 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 / 19:00

月間約400万人の日本人が利用する情報サービス「Holiday」 日本で大人気のサービスを運営しているからこそ知っている「とっておきの京都」をご案内します！ 京都旅行の思い出に長く残る素敵な写真でお返しいたします♪

• For Rainy Days
• 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 / 19:00

The information service "Holiday", which is used by about 4 million Japanese people every month, is very popular in Japan. We will repay you with wonderful photos that will remain in your memories of your trip to Osaka for a long time.

• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00

Yumekoan is a nostalgic and peaceful hut in a rural area overlooking the Hira mountain range, one of the "Eight Views of Omi" to the west of Lake Biwa. The entire inn is reserved for you, so you can relax and unwind. There is also a soothing Japanese garden. In spring, you can pick wild vegetables, stroll along the cherry blossom-lined streets, and pick strawberries. In summer, you can swim in the lake, enjoy water sports, and fish. In autumn, you can hike in the artistic world of autumn leaves. In winter, you can ski and snowboard in a world of silver. There is a hot spring facility nearby that will warm you to the core. In addition, Biwako Valley (Terrace) is a 15-minute drive away. On a nice day, you can enjoy a 360° panorama of the four seasons. Please use Yumekoan as your base to enjoy the natural blessings of the lake country. ◎ BBQ plan where you can bring your own drinks! ◎ The entire inn is reserved for you for 150 minutes, so you can relax and unwind! ◎The basic plan is from 12:00 to 14:30, but you can extend the time for 2,000 yen per hour per group! ◎As it is a covered terrace, you can experience it even on rainy days.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00

You can enjoy duck hot pot in a completely private space by renting a single inn! Feel free to bring your own beverages as well. Time is 2 hours and 30 minutes! You can relax after your meal! Fully equipped! The basic plan is from 12:00 to 14:30, but we can accommodate extensions and overnight stays for 2,000 yen per hour. Please contact us in advance when applying. <Room facilities> There are a lot of equipment in the room, so please feel free to use them.・Japanese-style room 7 tatami mats ・Dining kitchen 3 tatami mats ・Terrace with roof 4.5 tatami mats ・Bathroom (shampoo, conditioner, body soap, bath powder included) ・Outdoor parking lot for 2 cars ・2-burner gas stove ・Kitchen sink・Refrigerator/Freezer/Rice cooker/Toaster oven/Electric kettle/TV/Air conditioner/Hair dryer/Irori style table *Towels and bedding are not provided. *You cannot use the bath. <About duck hot pot lunch> ・Duck hot pot (duck meat loin, thigh, meatballs, seasonal vegetables, tofu, udon, rice cake, arrowroot, etc.) ・One dish of river fish ・Rice <About drinks> Tea or coffee is served with your meal Please note that we do not provide any other beverages, so please feel free to bring your own. *Drinking and driving is strictly prohibited. *There is a convenience store nearby. (4 minutes by car)

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 99
• 1 Day or more
• 15:00

You can camp empty-handed in a private forest space in Kannabe Kogen, Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture. Since this is a campsite managed by the smoking workshop "Enjin", all guests can experience smoking. In addition, the BBQ set includes local brand beef "Tajima beef", brand chicken "Tajima chicken", and brand pork "smoked loin". ~ Flow of the day ~ 15:00 Check-in 16:00 Smoking experience 17:00 BBQ 6:00 Balloon experience 11:00 Check-out

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

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

Amanohashidate, which appears in mythology, has been visited by many tourists for a long time. It is a plan to enjoy cruising such Amanohashidate on a chartered motor boat. After leaving Amanohashidate Pier, you will be impressed by the view of Amanohashidate over Miyazu Bay, passing through the Circular Bridge and the Amanohashidate Canal! Please spend a luxurious time with your own chartered cruising!

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 99
• Within 1 hour

[Akitsuno Garten] In the classroom inside the wooden school building of a former elementary school, squeeze the whole seasonal citrus fruits harvested locally with a manual juicer and gokuri on the spot! Even small children can experience it safely.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 99
• Within 1 hour

Sushi is now popular all over the world! At the Osaka Sushi Chef Experience Center, you can experience making authentic sushi. You can experience Japanese food culture firsthand♪ We will carefully teach you how to make authentic sushi, from the size of the rice to how to make it. 8 pieces of sushi (tuna, salmon, shrimp, egg, crab, eel, etc.) + mini udon hot pot *Contents may change depending on the season. After the experience, you will be given a diploma. *Explanation will be in Japanese during the experience.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00 / 18:00

Recommended for those who want to prepare all the BBQ stoves and do BBQ on their own! Only beach locations can be rented. Facilities such as beach use and toilets are available. Rental of desks, chairs, umbrellas, etc. from 300 yen (advance reservation is not possible) Depending on the reservation status on the day, rental items may not be available. Garbage collection 1 bag ¥ 500 * Only when sorting is completed.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00 / 18:00

Recommended for those who want to have BBQ with the ingredients they bought! We have BBQ stoves, nets, tongs, charcoal, plates, chopsticks, tables, and chairs. (One set of plates and chopsticks per person) Please bring seasonings and consumables. Styrofoam cannot be brought in. * We also sell additional seasonings. You can bring your favorite ingredients and enjoy the original BBQ. There is no kitchen or washing area, so please bring your cooked ingredients. Please note that we do not lend out cutlery or cutting boards.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00 / 18:00

Super easy course to come by hand and save time and labor to cut vegetables! It is! We prepare all BBQ set, charcoal, table, chair, dish, chopsticks and so on. (Dishes and chopsticks will be one set per person) Please come empty-handed. Drinks and ingredients are OK to bring in (☆ There is no cooler box) We have a drink menu so you can order as well ♪

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00 / 18:00

[All-you-can-drink included! (90-minute glass exchange system)] A super-easy course that saves you the trouble of cutting vegetables by coming empty-handed! !! We have BBQ stoves, nets, tongs, charcoal, plates, chopsticks, tables, and chairs. (One set of plates and chopsticks per person) Please come empty-handed. You can bring in the ingredients you want to bake!

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 3～Age 100
• 2～3 hours /4～5 hours

You can enjoy an aerial walk in an engine-powered paraglider operated by a reliable instructor. The view of the Sea of Japan from the sky is superb!

• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 80
• 1～2 hours

A great deal that includes a ticket to see "LIGHT CYCLES KYOTO" at the Kyoto Botanical Gardens + yukata rental. Why not wear a yukata and experience the world of plants surrounded by light and sound? The Kyoto Botanical Gardens are only 15 minutes away from our shop by Kyoto Municipal Subway, making it an excellent location. We recommend leaving early and taking a stroll around the Kitayama area before visiting the gardens. What is included in the price? Ticket to see LIGHT CYCLES KYOTO Yukata Return on the same night (by 10pm) or the next day Obi (half-width obi) Tabi socks Sandals Bag Underwear and accessories required for dressing Dressing fee You can also add the following options, which are usually charged at other shops, for free! Add a lace inner, lace sleeves, and wrinkled heko obi Add an obi decoration Hair set Upstyle 1,100 yen Downstyle 1,650 yen Last reception For this plan, the last reception for dressing is at 5pm. If you would like to be dressed after 5pm, please feel free to contact us at the number below. 080-7256-5752 [Return time] Only those who select this plan can return the kimono up until 10pm on the day ★ If you want to enjoy it for longer, you can also return it the next day! *If you are about to exceed the time limit, please contact us. *When making your reservation, please choose whether to return the kimono on the day or the next day. (If you would like to return the kimono on the day, please also write your approximate return time in the comments section.)

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 1～Age 70
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours

With the arrival of spring comes cherry blossom viewing season! This year, we have started taking reservations for private "Sakura Cruises"! The cherry blossoms in Osaka are expected to bloom around March 27th, but there are also routes along the river where you can enjoy early-blooming cherry blossoms. [Charms of the Sakura Cruise] - Avoid the crowds and enjoy the cherry blossoms from the boat in luxury - Refreshing scenery during the day, fantastic cherry blossoms lit up at night - Up to 2 to 12 people OK! Private space guaranteed with a fixed charter price - No need to worry about rain! The cabin on board can accommodate 8 people with seats and up to 12 people including standing (toilets available) - Karaoke and amplifiers available! Bluetooth connection OK- 3.3m x 2m flat stage for filming and performance- Free rental of tables, chairs, karaoke, and coolers (please bring your own ice)- Free to bring food and drink- Pets allowed on board (must be declared in advance) [Operation schedule]- Operation period: Monday, March 24, 2025 to mid-April- Departure and arrival points: Tenmabashi and Hachikenyahama- Course: Osaka Castle (from Okawa), Sakuranomiya, Nakanoshima bridge scenery *If you would like to see Osaka Castle, start from the 120-minute course [Charter fee]- 60 minutes: 33,000 yen- 120 minutes: 55,000 yen- Free to bring food and drink- Number of passengers: Maximum 12 people [Notes]- For hygienic reasons, please use only small toilets.- Heels and hard shoes are prohibited. Please wear sneakers or deck shoes.- If you are late for the departure time, you will not be able to board. - Cancellations not permitted (100% charge applies) *Full refund if cancelled due to bad weather [Reservations/Inquiries] - Reservations here: [Sakura Cruise Reservation Page] https://cruiser.osaka/sakura-7- Inquiries - TEL: 050-3593-4385 (please leave your name and request on the voicemail) - Email: info@cruiser.osaka - Official website: https://cruiser.osaka Enjoy a special cruise while feeling the arrival of spring! All our staff look forward to seeing you. Cruising Osaka

• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 90
• 4～5 hours
• 14:00

In the renowned Kyoto bamboo shoot region of Oharano in Nishikyo Ward, a bamboo shoot farmer who manages the bamboo groves will provide an easy-to-understand explanation of everything from the ecology to the cultural significance of bamboo shoots. Participants will get to experience harvesting using a unique hoe specific to this region, and enjoy dishes prepared with the fresh bamboo shoots they have harvested themselves (four dishes typically eaten by the farmers will be served, along with drinks such as sake). While your bamboo shoots are simmering, you will join in a bamboo chopstick-making activity at Shop & Gallery Chikubuen (matcha and snacks included). During your meal, you will use the bamboo chopsticks you make, along with bamboo tableware and cups crafted by the farmer, enjoying the food amidst the scenic bamboo grove. This is a bamboo-themed tour that allows you to fully experience the culture of Kyoto bamboo shoots. You'll be guided by a team of a farmer who is passionately committed to cultivating the highest quality bamboo shoots and an interpreter guide deeply rooted in and knowledgeable about the local area.

• Pickup Service

• Age 3～Age 90
• 3～4 hours

This plan allows you to rent a kimono and have your photo taken by a photographer at a photo studio attached to a retro cafe near Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine in Osaka. You can enjoy both studio photography and location photography at the shrine. Please wear kimono with your family and partners who will be traveling with you and capture your memories in photos. Would you like to preserve the time with your kimono that will make you smile when you look back on it 10 years from now? We can also store your luggage and arrange delivery, so you can enjoy sightseeing in Osaka while still wearing your kimono after the photo shoot!

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 70
• 2～3 hours

Let's make and eat the home-cooked food that Japanese people usually eat with Japanese people.We'll fulfill your request, from traditional Japanese home-cooked meals to Osaka's soul food like takoyaki and okonomiyaki!

• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 11:00 / 17:00

VIP BBQ! !! Course fee x number of people + 1 booth ¥ 10,000 (up to 6 people) VIP on the terrace on the 2nd floor BBQ! !! !! There is a feeling of privacy You can relax comfortably on the sofa seat. [All-you-can-drink included! ] A super-easy course that saves you the trouble of cutting vegetables by coming empty-handed! !! We have BBQ stoves, nets, tongs, charcoal, plates, chopsticks, tables, and chairs. (One set of plates and chopsticks per person) Please come empty-handed. You can bring in the ingredients you want to bake!

• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

Not only do you need to prepare tools, ingredients, and drinks, but you can also BBQ empty-handed. Please enjoy while looking at Lake Biwa.

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 4～Age 80
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours /3～4 hours /4～5 hours

★☆Empty-handed! Private BBQ on the beach☆★Roofed so you don't have to worry about rain! A private beach is right in front of you, so you can enjoy swimming! Recommended for couples, girls' parties, and families♪★For BBQ at Lake Biwa, come to ASOBIWA★A spectacular location with a beautiful view of Lake Biwa, with the beautiful Hira mountain range in the background and the white sand beach and Oki Island in front of you! The Hawaiian photo spot in R cafe resort is also popular. In an atmosphere like a Hawaiian resort, you can enjoy a spectacular BBQ without worrying about time! ~Koshi, with its clean water, is perfect for leisure~ You can swim on the beach while BBQing, and enjoy marine sports. Beach chairs and other items are also available for rental, and dogs can swim. Marine sports facility ASOBIWA is attached. You can also experience SUP and tent sauna! There is also a beach resort cafe "R cafe" on the premises, so you can enjoy a relaxing cafe time.

• Date Spot
• Girls Trip
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 60
• 1～2 hours
• 11:50

A premium show where Hello Kitty sings and dances! We also have a greeting time where you can take pictures with Hello Kitty! Enjoy with the whole family! "HELLO KITTY APPLE HOUSE", a big Hello Kitty apple house, will open on April 29th (Friday)! A powerful 360 ° theater when you enter! "Odoroki" observation deck on the roof! You can enjoy the world of Hello Kitty with your whole body! !! ～ Experience flow ～ 11:15 Open 12:00 Last admission time 12:10 Start 13:30 Closed © 2022 SANRIO CO., LTD. APPROVAL NO. L630393

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family