Things to do in Kansai Page 8

• Age 7～Age 90
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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 3～Age 60
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 09:45 / 10:00 / 10:15 / 10:30 / 10:45 / 11:00 / 11:15 / 11:30 / 11:45 / 12:00 / 12:15 / 12:30 / 12:45 / 13:00 / 13:15 / 13:30 / 13:45 / 14:00 / 14:15 / 14:30 / 14:45 / 15:00 / 15:15 / 15:30 / 15:45 / 16:00 / 16:15 / 16:30

You can experience traditional Japanese culture at "Kyoto Tower" near Kyoto Station. At [Akaneya Kyoto Tower Sand Store], which is the most accessible, you can experience various traditional crafts from small children to grandpas and grandmas. We will add the scent of incense to the work completed by a professional tailor and mail it to your home. How about making memories of your trip?

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• Age 3～Age 60
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 09:45 / 10:00 / 10:15 / 10:30 / 10:45 / 11:00 / 11:15 / 11:30 / 11:45 / 12:00 / 12:15 / 12:30 / 12:45 / 13:00 / 13:15 / 13:30 / 13:45 / 14:00 / 14:15 / 14:30 / 14:45 / 15:00 / 15:15 / 15:30 / 15:45 / 16:00 / 16:15 / 16:30

You can experience traditional Japanese culture at "Kyoto Tower" near Kyoto Station. At [Akaneya Kyoto Tower Sand Store], which is the most accessible, you can experience various traditional crafts from small children to grandpas and grandmas. "Experience making japamala bracelets" using natural stones. For those who are not good at drawing pictures, we recommend making japamala with thought.

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• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 60
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 09:45 / 10:00 / 10:15 / 10:30 / 10:45 / 11:00 / 11:15 / 11:30 / 11:45 / 12:00 / 12:15 / 12:30 / 12:45 / 13:00 / 13:15 / 13:30 / 13:45 / 14:00 / 14:15 / 14:30 / 14:45 / 15:00 / 15:15 / 15:30 / 15:45 / 16:00 / 16:15 / 16:30

You can experience traditional Japanese culture at "Kyoto Tower" near Kyoto Station. At [Akaneya Kyoto Tower Sand Store], which is the most accessible, you can experience various traditional crafts from small children to grandpas and grandmas. Take on the challenge of "Kiyomizu ware (mug / teacup) painting experience", which is rare in many stores. How about making memories of your trip?

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• Age 4～Age 80
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 15:30

It is a herbarium classroom. There are many menus. The classroom is located in Katsuragi-cho, Ito-gun. Wakayama Prefecture is famous for its sightseeing spots such as Shirahama, Marina City, and Mt. Koya, which are often visited by everyone. Not only families with children, but also couples, friends and various people come. We are pleased because there are many menus that have a nice scent and flowers. A popular flower class in Wakayama!

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

It is a plan that you can play board games all over the world in the store. This is the only shop around Shirahama where you can play board games! The appeal of board games is that children and adults can enjoy together. I will explain the rules from 1 so you can play with confidence.

• Age 5～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 10:30 / 11:30 / 13:30 / 14:30

~Great value only for the four seasons♪~ You can choose to shoot at your favorite location!! Price: 24,000 yen for two (excluding tax) Required time: about 3 hours *(Tourist season, weekends and holidays will take longer (There may be some cases) + Time to prepare for your return ● Plan contents ・ Make-up ・ Dressing (you can choose your favorite kimono) ・ Half wig ・ Indoor shooting 4 cuts (shooting for two people is possible) ・ Shooting You can freely shoot with your own camera / video for about 10 minutes after the end. ≪Children up to the 6th grade of elementary school can take the maiko plan for children, and those over 130cm can also take a 60-minute stroll (3,150 yen)≫ *All prices are tax-excluded. -------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------~Four Seasons of Omotenashi~ A townscape that still feels like an ancient city after more than a thousand years. "Shiki Kiyomizudera Branch" is located on Kiyomizuzaka, the approach to Kiyomizudera Temple in Kyoto. At Shiki, we are constantly studying and pursuing our commitment to beauty, our commitment to customer service, and our commitment to making memories. I'm here. We would like more customers to know and enjoy Maiko, which is also a traditional culture of Japan, and to capture the discovery and joy of "another you" in photos that will remain forever. Maiko transformation just for you. Please experience the beauty of maiko in the four seasons.

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• 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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• 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 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 18:00

Why not enjoy a luxurious feeling by having the calm sea all to yourself? Take a walk on the sea watching the sunset from the famous "Hashigui Rock"! You can spend time together in a two-seater kayak while taking photos. We also have life jackets for dogs, so you can join us with your dog. *We will go out to the sea at sunset time. We will watch the sunset in the calm sea. *The sun will set behind the mountains, so you will not be able to see it sinking into the horizon. ~ 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 about. ③ Start of the experience: Paddle around Hashigui Rock and enjoy the calm sea of ​​the evening. You can take photos at the sunset point. ④ Return and disband: If you wish, you can take a shower (hot water 3 minutes for 200 yen). ★ Free photo service!

• With Pets
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 04:30

This is a sea kayaking experience where you can enjoy the quiet sea in the early morning. The sea in the morning calm is very calm and mirror-like. Why not get up early and paddle out on such a sea? It is a very valuable experience to watch the sunrise on the sea. Dog life jackets are available, so dogs can also participate. *The start time changes depending on the sunrise time (we aim to meet 30 minutes before sunrise (around 4:00 in summer and 5:00 in autumn)) ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception ② Practice / Explanation: First, we will practice paddling on the beach and shallow waters and explain things to be careful about ③ Experience start: We will paddle around Hashiguiiwa and enjoy the quiet sea in the early morning. We will watch the sunrise on the sea. ④ Return and disband: If you wish, you can use the shower (hot water 3 minutes 200 yen). You can also dine at Beach House Lapin ♪ ★ Free photo service!

• With Pets
• For Groups

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

Why not try SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board), which has become popular recently? You can look down into the water as if you are walking on the sea, and it's a new sensation that makes you feel like you are walking on the sea! You can feel safe because you will be taught the basic operation with the instructor. There are also life jackets for dogs, so you can join us with your dog! ~ 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 about. ③ Start of the experience: Walk on the sea with the instructor. Since SUP is a playful sport, it is okay to spend time on the sea even if you can't paddle. ④ Return and disband ★ For a limited time, we will provide you with a special smoothie for free! (Please leave a word of mouth and review.) ★ Free photo service!

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• Age 3～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 07:00 / 09:30 / 12:30 / 15:00 / 17:30 / 19:40

Located on the southern west coast of Awaji Island, which is easily accessible from Kansai and Shikoku, Keino Matsubara has such a wonderful scenery that it is designated as part of the Setonaikai National Park. Why do not you experience a sea walk in such a wonderful scenery! ! It is an activity that anyone can easily enjoy just by taking a simple lecture of about 15 minutes. Let's have an extraordinary experience at Keino Matsubara as one of Awaji Island sightseeing! ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception ② Change clothes ③ Lecture ④ Experience about 70 minutes ⑤ Shower & change clothes ⑥ End of experience

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 18:45

"Candle Studio Lumiere" is a handmade candle class certified by the Japan Candle Association in Umeda, Osaka. With this plan, you can make one candle of 6.2 cm x 10 cm. An original candle made in your favorite color.

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• Age 13～Age 120
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 18:00

You will experience making a silver ring with a purity of 99.99% using pure silver clay developed, manufactured and sold by Mitsubishi Materials. Molded, fired, and polished to create a sparkling mirror finish. The precious course with a price of 8,000 yen per person will be made up to a professional finish. The experience process of about 120 minutes ends in no time. But don't panic. Let's polish it up to a satisfying brilliance

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• Age 8～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 14:00

[Ikeda City, Osaka Prefecture] Bring in your red iron dyeing at the workshop in front of Hankyu Ikeda Station. Recommended for women, couples, and families♪ ‥Red Gara dyeing is a natural dye that can be removed from the soil and turned into soil. It is an energy-saving dyeing method that requires only a small amount of water. Please bring in one item of cloth, T-shirt, or other item you would like to dye using Red Garla dye and have it dyed freely. You can choose your favorite color and do tie-dye or gradation. Our staff will explain everything in detail, so it's safe for first-timers, children, and women! ‥∵∴‥∵‥∴‥∵‥∴‥∴‥★Please bring anything you would like to dye. Up to 1 item (200g). ★Things to be dyed You can dye one item of your choice, such as cloth or a T-shirt. ★ [Drink included] After the experience, you can take a hot breath while drinking a drink. It's good to have fun with everyone, or it's good for two people to relax together.

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• Age 10～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 14:00

[Ikeda City, Osaka Prefecture] Red iron plate tightening at a workshop in front of Hankyu Ikeda Station. Recommended for women, couples, and families♪ Comes with a tenugui towel ‥∴‥ Red dye is a natural dye that can be removed from the soil and turned into soil. It is an energy-saving dyeing method that requires only a small amount of water. You will use iron dye to fold the fabric and use a wooden block to tie it. This is a dyeing technique used for yukata that creates continuous patterns based on the way the fabric is folded and the combination of boards. Our staff will explain everything in detail, so it's safe for first-timers, children, and women! ‥∵∴‥∵‥∴‥∵‥∴‥∴‥★Please join us empty-handed. ★What you will be dyeing: You will be dyeing an Ise cotton tenugui towel. ★Drink included After the experience, you can take a hot breath while drinking a drink. It's good to have fun with everyone, or it's good for two people to relax together.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 18:45

"Candle Studio Lumiere" is a handmade candle class certified by the Japan Candle Association in Umeda Osaka With this plan, you can make one candle of 6.2 cm x 10 cm. You can make it in the popular two-tone color with your favorite color. The atmosphere changes depending on the color, so please make it to your liking. Also as a gift It's a perfect item for yourself ♪

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 18:45

"Candle Studio Lumiere" is a handmade candle class certified by the Japan Candle Association in Umeda Osaka With this plan, you can make one candle of 6.2 cm x 10 cm. Please make your own candle with your favorite color ♪ * Eligible for goto travel and regional coupons

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• Age 2～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 09:30 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 19:00

Recommended for customers who want to learn authentic tea ceremony You can learn authentic tea ceremony from a tea ceremony master who has a very difficult qualification. The tea ceremony master in charge is in charge of tea ceremonies at a sub-temple of a famous temple in Japan. This is a popular class that attracts many customers from Japan and abroad who want to learn this tea ceremony master. We receive many reservations from customers every month. The class is famous and has six classrooms in Osaka and Kyoto. Currently, we teach Japanese culture in classrooms, schools, companies, hotels, and community activities. It has been highly evaluated as an authentic cultural class by world-famous five-star hotels and companies. Achievements 5-star class with more than 1,000 reviews on other activity sites, and many awards. The classroom facility is an authentic tea room. We also have a special tea room that can only be used at our classroom. You can do it at this experience price. It is a price that can only be achieved at our classroom. In recent years, prices have been rising in countries around the world, but the price of our classroom in Japan has not changed since the old days. About the "Tea Ceremony Experience" (1) What you can only learn here (2) Etiquette * Please apply for this plan with the number of people who will be entering the room (we ask that those who only want to observe refrain from doing so)

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 18:45

"Candle Studio Lumiere" is a handmade candle class certified by the Japan Candle Association in Umeda Osaka With this plan, you can make a spherical candle with a diameter of 8 cm. A cute candle with a nuance marble in your favorite color. (The appearance of the pattern is different one by one) A candle with a matte texture that is perfect for winter interiors!

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 18:45

"Candle Studio Lumiere" is a handmade candle class certified by the Japan Candle Association in Umeda Osaka Not only candles but also bath bomb making is popular ♪ With this plan, you can make 4 cute aroma sweets bath bombs! A handmade bath bomb that is perfect as a gift ♪ Recommended for healing bath time ♪

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• Age 6～Age 69
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00

Aroma candles made with your favorite scents and flowers ♪ For the popular 3wick candle ♪ Candle trial lesson to choose your favorite color, flower, scent ♪ It is a solid size of 16 cm x 6 cm and is recommended as a gift ♪

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

I want to do something more cultural in Kyoto! We have set up an evening Tour Time for those who like. You can create accessories such as cute hair ornaments, brooches, earrings and straps with Mizuhiki. I can make various shapes from one string, so I think you will surely enjoy it. When you go out with a cute decoration made by yourself, why not attach it? Ideal for gifts.

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• 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 13～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 10:30 / 11:30 / 13:30 / 14:30 / 15:30

Make-up, dressing, wig, 4 shots, CD-R data, 10 minutes of free photography, 4 pages of photo book (A5 size) Free photography 10 minutes, you can freely shoot with your own camera or smartphone.

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• Age 13～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 10:30 / 11:30 / 13:30 / 14:30

Makeup, dressing, wig, 2 photos, 60 minutes of free time, 2 photos (postcard size) During the 60 minutes of free time, you can take photos freely with your own camera or smartphone. *A half wig for a natural finish is recommended (additional 2,310 yen, can be applied for at the reception on the day)

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