Things to do in Kansai Page 11

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 13:00 / 14:30 / 16:00 / 17:30 / 19:00

Why not make a one-of-a-kind silver ring at our atelier, which is like a small hideaway and requires a reservation? Since it is a private reservation for one group, you can enjoy your private time without worrying about being seen by others. Even if it is your first time or you are clumsy, our staff will carefully support you, so please feel free to participate. You will work on applying a pattern to the ring. We will also make small adjustments to the size. You can take the completed ring home on the day! [Price] The lowest price is 2,800 yen (tax included) for one person (one ring) for a 1.0mm width. You can also change your plan after visiting the store. (Even if you have prepaid online, you can pay the difference on the day at the store) <Ring width> 2,800 yen (tax included) for 1.0mm width *The lowest price will be reserved at the time of reservation. 1.5mm width 5,500 yen (tax included) 2.0mm width 6,600 yen (tax included) 2.5mm width 7,700 yen (tax included) 3.0mm width 12,000 yen (tax included) We also accept changes to the width on the day. In that case, please pay in cash at the store. <About engraving> Free for up to 5 characters, 1000 yen for 6-10 characters, 1500 yen for 11-15 characters, 2000 yen for 16-20 characters. * Engraving is not possible for sizes 3 and below due to their small size. * Engraving is possible from a width of 2mm.

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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 8～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 12:00 / 15:00

Free content! Boat charter (private) plan! Rental tax included, great value! [Wakeboard plan contents] ★Private charter! From 60 minutes ★Can be added in 15-minute increments! ★Fixed price including rental tax! ★Get a photo of yourself during the experience! ★Driver and gas included! [Price (tax included)] ・60 minutes: 15,200 yen ・Additional 15-minute increments: 3,800 yen [Experience plan flow] ①Please fill out the application form after checking in at Rough Wakeboarders in Marina Ogoto. ②Change clothes in the changing room (please bring valuables onto the boat. Please bring a valuables bag.) ③Get on the boat and move to the point. ④The experience begins! ⑤After the experience ends, return to the shop and complete the payment. ⑥You will be free to disband after changing clothes. [Experience time] ・60 minutes [Number of people] ・Basically 3 to 4 people will depart. ・If you make a reservation for 3 to 4 people, you will depart as one group without sharing.・We will do our best to accommodate groups of 4 or more. Please contact us. [Age limit] Basically 8 to 80 years old ★ We can accommodate motivated children under 8 years old. Elderly people are asked to participate at their own risk.

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

Clay has a mysterious power. When you touch the clay, everyone returns to their childhood and plays with all their might. The cool clay warms in the palms of your hands and takes on a shape that fits your hand. With your friends, or sometimes alone... In a hut where the birds' voices fall and a fresh breeze passes through, you can play with the clay at your leisure. Enjoy such a luxurious time. A must-see for sake lovers! Making sake cups using soil from Yamada Nishiki rice fields♪ Those under 20 years old can choose to make sake cups or plates. Please note that the fees are different for each. ~Experience flow~10:00/14:00①Artist Takuta Fujimura explains and demonstrates how to make works using Yamada Nishiki clay (about 15 minutes)②Use a hand wheel on the table to make a sake cup of your choice using the ball-making method. ③While it is drying, you can take a tour of the climbing kiln and view Fujimura's works. (You can also purchase it) 11:45/15:45④ The dried work is chamfered, signed, and finished. *The work will be completed after one month and will be delivered by mail. (Separate shipping fee) You can also come and pick it up at our kiln.

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• 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. This is a kimono rental shop that offers a special kimono experience in Arashiyama. There are discounts for couples, students, and families, and you can also upgrade to a high-quality formal kimono. It is located on the 3rd floor of Kyoto Arashiyama Station, so you can take the elevator straight 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 23～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day /1 Day or more
• 10:00 / 18:00

Run through Kyoto as a public road kart! A midship Kei sports car is a special experience. Run lightly, or sometimes open, through Kyoto and to your destination! There is no limit on mileage, so go anywhere you like in the country!

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• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

The number one fresh tuna landing in Japan! We will guide you through the auction at Nachikatsuura Fresh Tuna Market. "What is that doing?" "How much is that tuna worth?" As you watch the auction, many questions will arise. Since it is a private tour, we will carefully answer each and every one of them. Only a local guide who lives in this town can tell you about the lives of people who make a living from tuna and various stories related to tuna. It would be a waste to just look! Please join us.

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• For Family

• 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.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

[Fly from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji! ] It is a sightseeing flight plan that makes a round trip from Tokyo over Lake Ashinoko by helicopter. We will fly along the coast of Tokaido such as Rainbow Bridge, Odaiba, Minato Mirai, and Enoshima. You will be fascinated by the spectacular appearance of Mt. Fuji floating in the distance. You can enjoy various scenes such as gifts for parents, hospitality for overseas customers, activities with children, etc. *If the weather conditions are not good, you may not be able to see Mt.Fuji. Depending on the weather conditions, we may guide you to change to a shorter course than before.

• For Family

• 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. 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 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 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 Fushimi Inari in Kyoto. At [Akaneya], which is a 7-minute walk from the famous "Fushimi Inari Taisha", 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?

• For Rainy Days
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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 Fushimi Inari in Kyoto. At [Akaneya], which is a 7-minute walk from the famous "Fushimi Inari Taisha", 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 Fushimi Inari in Kyoto. At [Akaneya], which is a 7-minute walk from the famous "Fushimi Inari Taisha", you can experience various traditional crafts from small children to grandpas and grandmas. The feature of "fox painting experience" is that you can take it home on the day. After painting, you can decorate it at the front door of your house and use it as an amulet!

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• 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 Fushimi Inari in Kyoto. At [Akaneya], which is a 7-minute walk from the famous "Fushimi Inari Taisha", 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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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

<About Forest Adventure Ritto> Forest Adventure Ritto is located in the Satoyama area of Shiga Prefecture, where rich nature, historic temples, activities and sports gather. It is easily accessible from both the Meishin and Shin-Meishin Expressways, and you can come for a day trip from Osaka, Kyoto and Nagoya. There is a dynamic "Adventure Course" and a "Canopy Course" that even preschoolers can experience, so families, groups, children and adults can enjoy it seriously! "It was better than I expected!" "Next time I'll try a more difficult course!" "The staff was fun!" We aim to be a park that will satisfy both first-timers and repeat visitors! [Canopy Course] Anyone from 110cm tall can experience it! You can also experience the popular "zip slide" that slides down from the top of the tree! The difficulty and height are moderate, so it's perfect for first-timers and children's adventure debut! From kids to seniors, please come and create memories with your family! ▼Time required▼Time required: About 1 hour (one lap of the course)▼Conditions for use▼For people over 110cm tall and weighing less than 110kg. Children 9 years old and under must be accompanied by a guardian aged 18 or over or a person with equivalent qualifications. (Included in the number of participants) Children aged 10 and over do not need a guardian to participate, but please supervise them from the ground. (Not included in the number of participants) Up to four children can be accompanied by one guardian.

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• Age 10～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

<About Forest Adventure Ritto> Forest Adventure Ritto is located in the Satoyama area of Shiga Prefecture, where rich nature, historic temples, activities and sports gather. It is easily accessible from both the Meishin and Shin-Meishin Expressways, and you can come for a day trip from Osaka, Kyoto and Nagoya. There is a dynamic "Adventure Course" and a "Canopy Course" that even preschoolers can experience, so families, groups, children and adults can enjoy it seriously! "It was better than I expected!" "Next time I'll try a more difficult course!" "The staff was fun!" We aim to be a park that will satisfy both first-timers and repeat visitors! [Adventure Course] A dynamic course that makes use of the height of the trees and the characteristics of the terrain. The course, which consists of 4 sites and 30 activities, includes a suspension bridge that sways widely from side to side and a single-plank bridge that does not stop once it starts moving, and is sure to make even adults scream! The "Zip Slide" that slides 100m down from a height of 15m above the trees is exhilarating! ▼Time required▼Time required: Approximately 1.5 to 2.5 hours (one lap of the course)▼Conditions for use▼For people aged 10 and over, or people over 140cm tall and weighing less than 110kg. Children under 15 must be accompanied by a guardian over 18 or a person with equivalent qualifications. (Included in the number of participants)Children over 16 do not need a guardian to participate, but please supervise them from the ground. (Not included in the number of participants)Up to three children can be accompanied by one guardian.

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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 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 15:00

Let's make some easy and cute sushi rolls together! Adults alone or children are welcome to join in the experience! Let's have fun together!

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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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• Age 6～Age 85
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 14:00 / 16:00

Experience beauty and skill through traditional calligraphy in Ninenzaka, the ancient capital of Kyoto. In the quiet space of Ninenzaka, overflowing with atmosphere, enjoy the beauty of calligraphy and spend a relaxing time. We provide careful instruction and an enjoyable learning environment so that even beginners can participate with confidence. Contents of the calligraphy experience Kangetsu's calligraphy experience course is designed to allow beginners and foreigners to enjoy learning about the charm of traditional Japanese culture and calligraphy. The aim is to acquire solid calligraphy skills from the basics while experiencing Japanese culture. Through Japanese calligraphy, let's put our feelings into each and every stroke and create our own unique work.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 12:30 / 14:30

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 in a kimono tea ceremony. Wear a kimono and experience a tea ceremony in a tea room. While learning the spirit of tea ceremony, you will savor the depth of Japanese culture. You can spend an elegant time with Japanese sweets. There is also a plan where you can go out in a kimono after the tea ceremony experience. (Additional charge of 1,100 yen including tax) ~Experience process~ Arrival → Choose a kimono → Dressing and hair styling → Guidance to a Japanese-style room → History talk → Tea talk → Tea making → Japanese sweets and tea

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• 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 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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• For Groups

• 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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• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 14:00

Soft and fragrant "Kyoto It is a set of chopstick making of the famous wood Kitayama cedar "and a cupboard making of Yuzen that dyes a pattern using a pattern. Every time the wood is squeezed lightly, a faint scent spreads around. Why don't you try to make chopsticks in one room of Kyomachiya where such air flows?

• 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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• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 13:00 / 15:30

Why don't you make original dishes while using an electric wheel? It is a plan to create from the lump of soil to the earth rolling (work to fix the soil and to put the soil in the middle of the roller) and to make the shape by yourself. I choose one from several made and bake it. (option Additional firing is also possible 1 work 800 yen)

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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.

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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 Edomae sushi making experience, you can make two very realistic Edomae sushi food samples! You can choose between a keychain or a magnet as you like. You can create your own memories of Osaka Minami and take them home with you. We also recommend making a matching set, one for yourself and the other as a gift.

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