Things to do in Kansai

• Age 3～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00

Ifu. offers a wide range of kimonos with original designs that can only be found here, as well as kimonos that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a kimono rental shop that offers a special kimono experience in Arashiyama. It is located on the 3rd floor of Kyoto Arashiyama Station, so you can take the elevator directly after getting off the train. You won't get lost even if it's crowded, and there's no need to move around with your luggage. On the rooftop of Arashiyama Station, you can take photos in a kimono with the spectacular view of Arashiyama that you can only see here. It's not crowded, so it's a great spot for Instagram.

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• Age 10～Age 120
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 18:00

This is a quiet urban pottery class in the heart of Osaka. You can use an electric potter's wheel to shape your vessels. The appeal of Tsuchimu's experience class is that you can experience everything from kneading the clay to creating the shape. Whether it's your first time, your second time, or you have experience, we are waiting for anyone who wants to try pottery. You are welcome to join alone, or bring your loved one, close friend, or precious family member to create a memory that will take shape. Our veteran instructors will help you with your artistic activities. Let's have a great time.

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• Age 8～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30 / 18:30

Are you unsure how to start creating a story?This course is perfect for you. You can either produce a text-only story or a manga. Turn your fun experience into an easy-to-understand story using the manga conception method! Even if you've never created a story before, no problem. Your experience will transform into a story by just answering our “Magic 12 Questions”.Learn the fundamentals of manga in Kyoto, the heart of manga education in Japan!We look forward to welcoming you in the same building as the Pokémon Center Kyoto.[No previous experience is necessary.]

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• Age 8～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30 / 18:30

You can try out the dip pen with three different nibs: the G-pen, the Mapping pen, and the Saji-pen. Explore the unique drawing experiences each one offers. Once the inking is done, you'll add effect lines, do the BETA (the process of painting black), and paste tones to complete your line drawing.Experience the basics of manga drawing in Kyoto, the heart of manga education in Japan![No previous experience is necessary]

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 3～4 hours

You can casually experience city camping (machi-camp) and outdoor activities in Namba and Nipponbashi, the center of Osaka. You can enjoy BBQ mainly in tents, and depending on the plan, you can also make pizza in a pizza oven and flow somen noodles completely empty-handed. It's sure to be a particularly memorable day in your memories of your trip to Osaka!

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• Age 23～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:00 / 18:00

Going around Kyoto in a midship Kei sports car is a special experience. Enjoy a light ride, or even an open-top ride through Kyoto to your destination! There are no mileage limits, so you can go anywhere you like in the country!

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• Age 18～Age 60
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

A plan where you can casually enjoy the much-talked-about tent sauna experience. You can enjoy it not only in the middle of winter, but also during the hot summer season! Because the base temperature is high, the heat in the tent sauna rises quickly and you can get into the zone in a short time. The tent sauna is set up on the beach in front of Lake Biwa, and you can jump into Japan's best cold water bath to cool down your heated body in an instant! Depending on your preference, the inside of the tent is a full-fledged high-temperature tent sauna, even though it is outdoors and the temperature is 80℃ to 110℃. The refreshing feeling of jumping into Lake Biwa is addictive fun!

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• Age 18～Age 60
• 2～3 hours
• 09:45 / 10:00 / 10:15 / 12:00 / 12:15 / 12:30 / 14:15 / 14:30 / 14:45

A plan where you can casually enjoy the much-talked-about tent sauna experience. You can enjoy it not only in the middle of winter, but also during the hot summer season! Because the base temperature is high, the tent sauna heats up quickly and you can get into the zone in a short time. The tent sauna is set up on the beach in front of Lake Biwa, and you can jump into Japan's best cold water bath to cool down your heated body in an instant! Depending on your preference, the inside of the tent is a full-fledged high-temperature tent sauna, even though it is outdoors and the temperature is 80℃ to 110℃. The refreshing feeling of jumping into Lake Biwa is addictive fun!

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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 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30 / 17:00 / 17:30 / 18:00 / 18:30 / 19:00

The shop is a 1-minute walk from Namba Station on the Nankai Main Line. There are many tourist spots nearby, including Dotonbori, Tsutenkaku, Namba Grand Kagetsu, and Kuromon Market. It's the perfect place to take a break between sightseeing. The cute maids will greet you with a great smile! After relaxing, you can head off to sightsee in Osaka again! This plan is a 1-hour experience plan that includes entry fees and one drink. If there is a menu item that interests you at the store, you can order it on the day ♡

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30 / 17:00 / 17:30 / 18:00 / 18:30 / 19:00

The shop is a 1-minute walk from Namba Station on the Nankai Main Line. There are many tourist spots nearby, including Dotonbori, Tsutenkaku, Namba Grand Kagetsu, and Kuromon Market. It's the perfect place to take a break between sightseeing. The cute maids will greet you with the most beautiful smiles! After relaxing, you can head off to sightsee in Osaka again! This plan is a 1-hour plan that includes entry fees, food, drinks, and commemorative photos. When the food is served, the maids will cast a spell to make it taste better♪

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30 / 17:00 / 17:30 / 18:00 / 18:30 / 19:00

The shop is a 1-minute walk from Namba Station on the Nankai Main Line. There are many tourist spots nearby, including Dotonbori, Tsutenkaku, Namba Grand Kagetsu, and Kuromon Market. It's the perfect place to take a break between sightseeing. The cute maids will greet you with the most beautiful smiles! After relaxing, you can head off to sightsee in Osaka again! This plan includes entry fees, drinks, food, dessert, a live performance, and a commemorative photo, allowing you to fully enjoy Maidreamin for 2 hours.

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• Age 6～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 17:00

This is a class where you can experience Japanese home cooking. [Menu] ・Japanese rice cooked in a clay pot ・Tempura (shrimp, vegetables, mushrooms, etc.) ・Teriyaki fried tofu ・Miso soup ~Experience flow~ 16:55 Everyone washes their hands Before the cooking experience, wash your hands thoroughly. 17:00 We will start cooking all four dishes with the instructor, who will explain them to you in detail. We will also give you the recipes for the dishes. 18:30 Tasting Taste the dishes you have finished making on the spot. You can also order alcohol or soft drinks (additional charge). 19:30 Thank you for the meal! This is the end of the experience class. If you finish eating early, you can leave without waiting for the end time.

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

This plan will take you to a traditional Japanese townhouse, "Machiya," and experience a flower arrangement lesson. First, after arriving, you will arrange flowers using seasonal flowers. After arranging the flowers, display your beautiful arrangement in front of the garden and take lots of wonderful photos. After that, you will be guided around the townhouse, which was built in the Meiji period. There are three storehouses and six small gardens, so you can feel the seasonal breeze. Feel free to take photos during your stay and fully experience Japanese culture.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 13:00

This plan will take you to a traditional Japanese townhouse "Machiya" and participate in a tea ceremony in traditional costume in Kyoto. First, after arriving, you will be quickly dressed in a kimono made of real silk. After that, you will be guided around the townhouse built in the Meiji era. Listen to an explanation about the tea ceremony in the tea room and enjoy tea. You can experience the spirit of wabi-sabi as if you have traveled back in time to the Meiji era. Feel free to take photos during your stay and fully experience Japanese culture.

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• Activity Japan 2024 Fall Sale

• Age 13～Age 80
• Over 6 hours on the day

This is a rental bicycle for sports bikes (E-BIKEs). ★Kyoto has narrow roads, so it is difficult to travel by car, bus, or taxi. With a bicycle, you don't have to wait or waste time in traffic jams! You can go wherever you want stress-free, so bicycles are recommended for sightseeing in Kyoto! ★Even if you don't ride a bicycle much or are not confident in your physical strength, it's fine! We have ultra-high-spec E-BIKEs available. These are small-tired bicycles that are easy to maneuver, so they can be easily ridden by people of all ages, even if they are new to sports bikes. With a maneuverable bicycle, you can easily ride the narrow roads of Kyoto. The motor is a high-powered unit made by Bosch. So even those who are not confident in their physical strength can ride long distances with peace of mind. ★And the vehicle body is well maintained by our professional mechanics, so we rent out vehicles that you can ride with confidence. ★The rental location is close to Kyoto Station, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, and Fushimi Inari, so you can visit many famous places even in just a few hours. If you walk a little further, you can easily access Arashiyama, Nijo Castle, Heian Shrine, Ohara, the Imperial Palace, Kinkakuji Temple, and Ginkakuji Temple. ① Rental (from 9:00): After checking in, we will explain how to operate the bicycle. We will ask for your ID to confirm your identity. ② Return (until 17:00): Please return the bicycle by closing time.

• For Groups

• Age 1～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 07:20

Explore Japan's hidden gems: Ine Town, Amanohashidate, and Miyama Kayabuki Village *Ine Town - Known as the "Venice of Japan," you'll feel like you're in another world when you float by. One of the most beautiful villages and towns in Japan, this town has over 230 funaya houses lined up along the shores of Ine Bay, allowing you to feel the pristine scenery of nature. Stroll or bike through the picturesque streets and admire the crystal blue waters blending with the deep green mountains. At Funaya Hiyori, you can visit not only exquisite cafes but also real funaya houses. *Amanohashidate - Known as one of the "Three Views of Japan," Amanohashidate is a sandbar that looks like a bridge in the sky. Standing at the observation deck of Mount Monju, Amanohashidate looks like a dragon and overlooks this beautiful natural wonder. Don't forget to sign a fan at Chienji Temple to pray for academic success. You can also take a leisurely stroll along the beach to enjoy the fine white sand and cool seawater. Miyama Thatched Village - Experience the charm of ancient Japan and enter "Miyama Thatched Village" to feel the tranquility of the past. The thatched roof houses here are known as one of the three largest thatched roof houses still standing in Japan, and it feels like you've wandered into an isolated wonderland. Don't forget to try Miyama's milk soft serve at "Korofukuro" and check in at the red postbox that captures a moment in Miyama. This trip will allow you to appreciate Japan's most beautiful natural scenery and traditional culture, such as the tranquility of the boathouse on the water and the majestic view of the sandbar, and will leave you with unforgettable memories.

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

Would you like to experience matcha at Ochadokoro Sanwa? Our matcha experience is not a tea ceremony, but is based on the concept of "enjoying matcha deliciously" that is unique to a tea shop. This experience is aimed at those who have never tried matcha before, those with small children, and those participating alone, and is aimed at those who can casually try matcha. ~Experience flow~① We will explain the tea utensils set on the tray. ② Pour hot water from the kettle and sift the matcha using a sieve while the tea bowl is warming. ③ Put the matcha into the tea bowl. ④ We will explain how to hold the tea whisk, and you will actually make matcha with the staff. ⑤ We will bring you our proud matcha fresh cream daifuku, so you can eat it with matcha. When you leave, you will take home a small souvenir such as a sweet made with matcha.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 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 / 16:30 / 17:00 / 17:30

Waplus Nara is a 2-minute walk from JR Nara Station and a 10-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station. It is located in a very convenient location. Come empty-handed ♪ We offer a special time to enjoy traditional Japanese beauty to your heart's content. Experience calligraphy, which incorporates Japanese beauty into characters. A skilled calligrapher will give you graceful instruction. Create your own unique art with the harmony of ink and brush. You can experience calligraphy in a casual atmosphere.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 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 / 16:30 / 17:00 / 17:30

Waplus Nara is a 2-minute walk from JR Nara Station and a 10-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station. It is in a very convenient location. Come empty-handed ♪ We offer a special time to enjoy traditional Japanese beauty to your heart's content. Experience the traditional beauty of Japan through the tea ceremony. While learning the spirit of tea ceremony, you will also savor the depth of Japanese culture. You can spend an elegant time with Japanese sweets. ~Experience flow~ History talk → Tea talk → Tea making → Japanese sweets and tea

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• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00

A historically designed Kyoto townhouse can be rented exclusively for four or more people. You can spend a luxurious time. You can enjoy a special and unique experience of watching the beautiful dance of the maiko, traditional Japanese games, and Japanese cuisine prepared by a chef to your heart's content. Enjoy an elegant time with your family and loved ones in a secluded space. After watching the performance, you can enjoy matcha tea and Japanese sweets with the maiko and take photos. Please feel free to spend your time while enjoying the elegant Kyoto dialect of the maiko.

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• Age 10～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

◆Experience fee [Weekdays]: 2,000 yen (rice bowls and plates), 2,500 yen (mugs) [Weekends and holidays]: 2,500 yen (rice bowls and plates), 3,000 yen (mugs) *Discounts available for second and subsequent items Completed works will be shipped by courier to your specified address (excluding overseas) except for those that cannot be taken home. *Shipping costs will be charged separately (you can also pick it up) *May not be available for children under 10 years old ◆Notes ・Please wear clothes that are easy to wash, as there is a possibility that the clothes may get dirty. ・If we determine that it is difficult to complete the experience course due to weather conditions, etc., we may contact you.

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• Age 10～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:30 / 14:30

◆Experience fee per person (1kg of clay): [Weekdays] 3,000 yen (tax included) [Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays] 4,000 yen (tax included) One piece will be fired. *Discounts available for the second person and onwards *May not be available for people under 10 years old Completed pieces will be shipped by courier to your specified address (excluding overseas) except for those that cannot be taken home. *Shipping fee will be charged separately (you can also pick it up) ◆Notes ・Please wear clothes that are easy to wash as there is a possibility that you may get dirty. ・It is a good idea to cut your nails short as the soil will get stuck in your nails. ・If you have long hair, please tie it up. There is a risk of it getting tangled in the rotating clay. ・If we determine that it is difficult to complete the experience course due to weather conditions, etc., we may contact you.

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• Age 10～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:30 / 14:30

◆Experience fee per person (2kg of clay): [Weekdays] 3,000 yen (tax included) [Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays] 4,000 yen (tax included)You can make as many as you like, but only two pieces will be fired. *There is a discount for the second person onwards*You may not be able to use this service if you are under 10 years oldCompleted works, except those that cannot be taken home, will be shipped by courier to your specified address (excluding overseas). *Shipping charges will be charged separately (you can also come to pick it up)◆Notes・Please come in clothes that are easy to wash, as there is a possibility that you may get dirty. ・It is a good idea to cut your nails short, as the soil will get stuck in your nails. ・If you have long hair, please tie it up. There is a risk of it getting tangled in the rotating clay. ・If we determine that it is difficult to complete the experience course due to weather conditions, etc., we may contact you.

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• Age 13～Age 60
• 1～2 hours

This is a SUP experience. We will flexibly respond to your requests and whether you have experience. *The content and location of the experience may change depending on the weather and wind strength on the day.

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• Age 13～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00

Enjoy hospitality in a 120-year-old Kyoto machiya townhouse, where you can feel at home and enjoy a special atmosphere that is different from your usual trip. Experience making temaki sushi with the landlady. You can participate alone. You can make your own original temaki sushi using carefully selected seafood and seasonal vegetables from Nishiki Market, known as "Kyoto's Kitchen." -Experience Schedule- 11:50 Meet at the site (Meet at the Kyoto machiya townhouse) 12:00 Start making temaki sushi with the landlady - You can learn about Kyoto's food culture before and after the meal, such as an explanation of the ingredients for the meal. 14:00 End at the site

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• Age 13～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

This is a day-trip natural hot spring facility that boasts an ocean view overlooking Kansai Airport! The facility also has a festival corner for children to enjoy, a gym, and a sauna. At the restaurant where you can enjoy the ocean view, we recommend the local fish dishes!

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• Age 3～Age 69
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:00 / 09:20

Lake Biwa: Japan's largest freshwater lake, located on the border between Honshu and the Kansai region, and one of the oldest in the world. Shirahige Shrine: One of the oldest shrines in the area, with a floating torii gate on the shore of Lake Biwa. Ukimido: Built on an artificial island in Lake Biwa, also known as the "Water Palace." La Collina: A cafe located in the midst of lush nature that serves baumkuchen, bread, and light meals.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

At "Kyoto Shippo Hiromi Art Higashiyama Store," you can experience making a piece of "Kyoto Shippo," a designated traditional craft of Kyoto. This plan allows you to make one item of your choice from a pendant, strap, brooch, or obi clasp using a technique called "frit cloisonné." The experience takes less than two hours.

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