Things to do in Kansai Page 9

• Age 12～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 17:00

Why not step into the world of sushi and participate in the experience of making your own exquisite sushi? In this authentic sushi making experience, you can learn traditional techniques and knowledge by learning directly from a professional sushi chef. In this experience, you will experience everything from preparing the sushi rice and toppings to how to make the sushi rice and how to make the sushi. Each participant will actually make sushi and feel the joy of making it with their own hands. We will provide careful support so that even beginners can enjoy it with peace of mind. You can taste the sushi you make on the spot. The taste of sushi made with your own hands is exceptional. In addition, we will give you a Japanese souvenir full of culture and tradition as a memento of your visit.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 18:00

This plan is a plan where you can experience silver work, pottery and painting in a full course. It will be a course where you can fully enjoy making things. It will be a plan to participate in a group of two people.

• For Rainy Days
• Date Spot
• In Door Activity

• 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!

• With Pets

• 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 an electric potter's wheel to experience turning the potter's wheel with a Gyokuo Kiln potter. The craftsmen at the Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki kilns will provide gentle and careful guidance. 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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• In Door Activity

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

In order to let you feel the exhilaration and freedom of sailing through the ocean with your whole body, we will adjust the distance and pace of your paddle so that even beginners can enjoy it without difficulty. The tour course is a two-hour course that goes around Hashikuiiwa, a nationally designated natural monument. If you can feel nature, you can discover many wonderful things. Close your eyes and feel the pulse of the ocean with your body. We also have life jackets for dogs, so you can join us with your dog. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception ② Practice and 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: We will paddle around Hashikuiiwa. You can enjoy a spectacular view that is different from the land. ④ Landing on Bentenjima: Here, you can take a break on the beach, and in the warm summer months, you can also enjoy snorkeling. ⑤ Return and disband: If you wish, you can take a shower (hot water 3 minutes for 200 yen). You can also dine at Beach House Lapin ♪ ★ For a limited time, we offer free special smoothies! (Please leave a review.) ★ Free photo service

• With Pets
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

One of the traditional culture of Japan "furoshiki". In recent years, it has been very attention from interest in ecology. Furoshiki various sizes, can respond to the form, when not in use can be carried folded. This classroom learn good use of such a pipe dream - In addition, you can bring back the original wrapping cloth dyed pattern in the paper to wrapping cloth.

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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?

• 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 "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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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• 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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• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 14:00 / 17:00 / 20:00

Let's learn the bushido and experience the samurai spirit.What is the most important thing for a samurai? Wearing hakama, sandals, and a sword, and learning etiquette, manners, and kata. We call it the BUSHIDO sign.Next, as a BUSHIDO LEARN, you will experience the weight and sharpness of a real Japanese sword. We will learn the basics of swordsmanship (Battou and Nattou).We will take a break with SAMURAI TEA on the way. You will be entertained at a tea ceremony, as samurai risked their lives to "entertain" and "be entertained".Before participating in the final battle of the Warring States Period, the Battle of Osaka, the participants are asked to prepare for death and reflect on their own lives, writing their last words with a large brush on every piece of paper. This is called Deathbed calligraphy.At last, he puts on his armor and helmet to become a bushido master and goes to battle at the castle of Osaka to gain military merit in the battle of Osaka. However, when the defeat was imminent, the samurai, for the sake of honor, would not suffer the shame of the noose, even if they lost the battle, but would die by harakiri or cutting their belly before being captured.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 12～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

Bouldering, go to the gym with easy-to-move clothes and empty-handed, and have fun! But it is a sport that can be seriously driven. You can climb a fixed course or create a course freely. Bouldering you play, the more you know. MUSHROOMING is a 3-minute walk from Tenjinbashisuji 6-chome Station, which is easily accessible from Osaka Station. A Bouldering gym with a bright atmosphere unique to Female owners.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 88
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

We use the materials of Italian Venetian glass to decide the color and shape, cut the glass and put various beautiful glass parts on it to decorate it. The day after the work is completed, it will be placed in an electric furnace, fired at 720 °, attached with metal fittings, and mailed within one week. It will be posted to the post. pleasure.

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• For Groups

• Age 8～Age 88
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 11:30

Choose a sandblasted small bowl, bowl, or mug for the pottery, and decorate it with a design sticker. It's okay if you can't draw a picture. Simply cut and paste the emoji using the designed craft punch. When the work of cutting and pasting is completed, put it in a machine and scrape it with sand to finish it. You can take it home on the day.

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• For Groups

• Age 1～Age 100
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours /3～4 hours /4～5 hours /5～6 hours /Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

~ Kimono Wearing Experience +Rickshaw Experience ... It is a good-quality, classic-patterned kimono shop. In this plan, specialized staff will be in charge of dressing. Please note that hair sets are not included in the plan fee. To Rickshaw About ~ Please choose your favorite tourist destination either Arashiyama or Higashiyama. It is a plan to get in the designated place and get the tourist information to the car husband (^ _-)Rickshaw The ride will be a 22 minute plan ★

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 1～Age 100
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours /3～4 hours /4～5 hours /5～6 hours /Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

~ Kimono Wearing Experience +Rickshaw Experience ... It is a good-quality, classic-patterned kimono shop. In this plan, specialized staff will be in charge of dressing. Please note that hair sets are not included in the plan fee. To Rickshaw About ~ Please choose your favorite tourist destination either Arashiyama or Higashiyama. It is a plan to get in the designated place and get the tourist information to the car husband (^ _-)

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 1～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

~ Kimono dressing experience ~ This is a kimono shop with many high-quality and classic patterns. In this plan, specialized staff will be in charge of dressing. Please note that hair styling is not included in the plan price. (1,000 yen excluding tax) The kimono can be returned by 9 p.m.! You can play until late at night and come back!

• Date Spot
• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

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

We will make authentic Kyoto confectionery under craftsmen's guidance. Please make memories that can stay in memory forever in Kyoto.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 11:00 / 14:00 / 17:00 / 20:00

Let's learn the bushido and experience the samurai spirit.What is the most important thing for a samurai? Wearing hakama, sandals, and a sword, and learning etiquette, manners, and kata. We call it the BUSHIDO sign.Next, as a BUSHIDO LEARN, you will experience the weight and sharpness of a real Japanese sword. We will learn the basics of swordsmanship (Battou and Nattou).We will take a break with SAMURAI TEA on the way. You will be entertained at a tea ceremony, as samurai risked their lives to "entertain" and "be entertained".Before participating in the final battle of the Warring States Period, the Battle of Osaka, the participants are asked to prepare for death and reflect on their own lives, writing their last words with a large brush on every piece of paper. This is called Deathbed calligraphy.At last, he puts on his armor and helmet to become a bushido master and goes to battle at the castle of Osaka to gain military merit in the battle of Osaka. However, when the defeat was imminent, the samurai, for the sake of honor, would not suffer the shame of the noose, even if they lost the battle, but would die by harakiri or cutting their belly before being captured.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 2～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 09:30 / 10:30 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 16:30 / 18:00 / 19:30

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 the 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. We have been highly praised 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. It is not just a room. There is an additional tea room usage fee of 1,000 to 2,000 yen. For Kyoto classrooms, if there are multiple participants, it is 1,000 yen per person. For Kyoto classrooms and Honmachi classrooms, if the total number of participants at the time of experience is only one person, an additional fee of 2,000 yen will be charged. There is also a special tea room that can only be used at our classroom. This price is only possible at our classroom. In recent years, prices have been rising around the world, but the prices at our classes in Japan have remained the same for a long time. About the "Tea Ceremony Experience" (1) You can only learn this here (2) The location of the experience may not be available on the reserved date due to facility circumstances. In that case, you will be guided to a nearby classroom near Osaka Castle or Shitennoji. If the location is changed, we will confirm with the customer and make the necessary arrangements. Even if the location is changed, there are other classrooms nearby, so it will not be considered a cancellation by the organizer. Nearby classrooms Osaka Castle classrooms Within walking distance of JR Kyobashi Station South Exit or Osaka Business Park Subway Station Shitennoji classrooms Within walking distance of Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka Subway Station

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• For Groups

• 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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• For Groups

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

We have received many reservations for Japanese culture experiences this month as well. We have also received offers from the world's most highly rated 5-star hotels and inquiries from people who saw our offer in the city's newsletter. Classroom PR A popular class that attracts many customers from Japan and overseas. When you search for "Japanese culture", the top-ranking classes are located in Kyoto and Osaka. We are currently promoting Japanese culture in classes, schools, hotels, community activities, and other ways to contribute to the local community. About the "Kimono Dressing Experience" (1) Select a yukata and obi (2) Dressing *Please apply for this plan based on the number of people who will be entering the room (we do not accept people who are just looking to observe)

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

*Many free options we are proud of* Easy-to-understand pricing for unlimited processing within a set time! ・Various surface texture processing such as hammering, roughening, design hammering, and stone processing ・Twist processing, which is often charged at other stores (some stores charge an extra 3,000 yen), is also free. *2 Depending on the thickness and design, some processing cannot be done. *Paid options* ~Engraving~ □Engraving 10 characters + 500 yen □Engraving 10 characters or more + 1,000 yen ・For larger sizes with wrist sizes of 18 cm to 20 cm, we charge + 500 yen, and for 20 cm to 21 cm, we charge + 1,000 yen. We can make a bangle that fits perfectly to you! [Brass] ■3mm 3,500 yen ■4.5mm 4,500 yen ■5.5mm 5,500 yen ■7mm 6,500 yen ■9mm 7,500 yen ■Sharp bangle "Thin" 4,900 yen "Thick" 5,900 yen [Silver 925] □Square wire 2mm 8,900 yen ~ □Square wire 2.5mm 11,900 yen ~ □Flat wire 4mm width 11,900 yen ~ □Flat wire 5mm width 12,900 yen ~ □Flat wire 6mm width 14,900 yen ~ □Flat wire 7mm width 16,900 yen ~ ■■Caution! 1 *For wrist sizes 18-19cm, we will charge +500 yen, and for wrist sizes 20-21cm, we will charge +1000 yen. ■■ *Compatible sizes up to 21cm *We handcraft materials such as alloys and rod-shaped shapes. The width may vary slightly. *Even if you have prepaid online, you can pay the difference at the store on the day, so please consider it after seeing it in person! (All prices include tax.) 〇 Women can also make matching items ♪ 〇 Couples can have anniversaries engraved to commemorate milestones ♪ 〇 On the day, you can choose your favorite material, width, shape, finish, etc. in your preferred combination. 〇 A shiny mirror finish, an antique-style polishing method, and an ancient surface finish called tsuchime (hammered) are also possible. 〇 A craftsman will support you until the final finishing, so even those who are not good at delicate work can rest assured. ~ Experience flow ~ [1] First, measure the size of the bracelet. [2] You can choose your preference from the base metal, width, shape, and finish. [3] The customer will hit the surface with a hammer, polish it, or add a texture of your choice. [4] You can stamp your favorite alphabet and alphanumeric characters. [5] We will process it so that the letters stand out. (You can also choose no processing on-site. Same price) [6] The customer will bend it into the shape of a bracelet. The staff will put the finishing touches on the room and complete the look. Access: 5 minutes on foot from the Kyoto City Bus stop "Daitokuji-mae", 2nd floor of the building next to Cafe Sarasa Nishijin. 15 minutes on foot from Kuramaguchi Station on the subway. There are many paid parking lots in the area.

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• Age 10～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

＼"Atelier AZu" engraving class has opened at Fujimori Ryo in Kyoto!／【Brass flat ring】2.0mm width 3,500 yen3.5mm width 4,500 yen4.5mm width 5,500 yen5.5mm width 6,500 yen【Silver 925】Round 1.2mm 3,500 yen1.5mm 4,500 yen2.0mm 5,500 yenSquare wire 2.5mm square 5,500 yen2.5mm square 6,500 yenRound 2.5mm width 6,500 yen3.4mm width 7,200 yenFlat 3mm width 5,900 yen4mm width 6,900 yen5mm width 7,900 yen6mm width 8,900 yen◇Free options・Select surface texture (Roughing, hammering, mirror polishing, matte, etc.)◇ Paid options ~ Engraving ~ □ Engraving 10 characters + 500 yen □ Engraving 10 characters or more + 1000 yen ・ Size selection Silver <15-19 + ￥300> <20-24 + ￥500> <25+ + ￥1,000> * Even if you have prepaid online, you can pay the difference on the day at the store, so please consider it after actually seeing it! (All prices include tax.) 〇 On the day, you can choose your preferred combination of material, width, shape, and finish. 〇 A shiny mirror finish, a polishing method that gives an antique look, an ancient surface finish called hammering, A space where you can experience the world of engraving and the fun of metalworking through the production of rings. 〇 A craftsman will support you until the final finishing, so even those who are not good at delicate work can rest assured. 〇 At our shop, rings are made in roughly one size fits all. Since they do not close completely, you can adjust the size yourself later. 〇 The ring has a front and back, so you can wear it with the front facing up when you want to show off the design, or with the back facing up when you want to use it simply. It is a work that combines two designs into one♪ ~ Experience flow ~ [1] First, measure the size of your finger. [2] Choose your preference from the base metal, width, shape, and finish. [3] The customer will hit the surface with a hammer, polish it, or add a texture of their choice. [4] You will be asked to stamp your choice of alphabets and numbers. [5] The letters will be processed so that they stand out. (You can also choose no processing on site. Same price) [6] The ring will be bent. The staff will finish it off and it will be completed! ~ Access ~ ○ 5 minutes walk from Kyoto City Bus "Daitokuji-mae" 2nd floor of the building next to Cafe Sarasa Nishijin ○ 15 minutes walk from Subway Kuramaguchi Station ○ There are many paid parking lots in the area

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• Age 12～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00

Many appearances in various media! It is a real samurai culture experience facility supervised by Isao Machii, the world's best Iaijutsu master who is also known for turning 6mm BB bullets flying at high speed into Iaido swords. You can experience Iaijutsu as a martial art while gaining a wealth of knowledge about the structure of the sword and its correct usage, as well as samurai and Japanese swords. Don't miss this chance to experience the authentic samurai culture, where you can get rid of the misconceptions about samurai culture and swords that are spreading all over the world.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:30 / 15:00

This is a calligraphy experience focusing on kanji. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced calligrapher, you can create memories of your trip by performing calligraphy on a wall (2m long x 3m wide), which you can't usually write on. Experience the wabi-sabi that disappears in 15 minutes. It is a Japanese-style room with tatami mats, but you can choose to practice on calligraphy paper at a Terakoya desk and chair while sitting upright. Let's enjoy an experience that you can't usually have together. ~Experience flow~ ①Experience plan explanation and hearing. (5 minutes) We will ask you about today's plan while drinking tea. ②The teacher will create a sample. (5 minutes) The teacher will write a sample of the desired font and decide the activity content. ③First practice performance. (5 minutes) First, start with the activity with your own free idea. Get a feel for the expression of your thoughts. ④A lecture before the final copy and an explanation of the points to finish the work. (25 minutes) After receiving an explanation of how to use a large brush and the points, solidify the image on the paper and practice on special paper. Enjoy free expression. ⑤ Creating a large-scale calligraphy performance piece. You will receive plenty of stretching time, as well as a video and photos of the process of creating the finished piece, which will be provided digitally upon request. *We can also set a "time extension" upon request. Up to 1 hour and 30 minutes.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:30 / 15:00

For international customers, why not express your soul through calligraphy? You will be able to write your name, motto, favorite words, and anime characters in kanji. Immerse yourself in the rich tradition of Japanese calligraphy right next to the iconic Himeji Castle. Feel the real brush strokes as you embark on a journey through centuries of cultural heritage. Join us for an unforgettable experience that will inspire your creativity and deepen your understanding of the art of calligraphy. Don't worry if you are a first-timer, any skill level is welcome. Awaken your senses to the beauty of calligraphy. Our instructors will help you. For domestic customers, this is a calligraphy experience centered on kanji. Why not express your heart through calligraphy? Write your favorite characters, mottos, and words for loved ones in kanji. Why not spend a rich, brief moment, slowly settling your mind and feeling the aroma of ink? For first-timers and experienced people alike. Awaken your senses to the beauty of calligraphy. Our instructors will support you carefully. Whether you are a first-timer or an experienced person, you can relax and enjoy making memories of your trip! The room is a Japanese-style room with tatami mats, but you can choose to practice calligraphy at a table with a Terakoya desk and chair in seiza. Let's enjoy experiences that you can't usually have, from practicing on Hanshi paper to creating works on colored paper and postcards! ~Experience flow~ ①Explanation of the experience plan and hearing. (5 minutes) While drinking tea, we will ask you about today's plan. ②The teacher will create a sample. (5 minutes) The teacher will write a sample of the desired calligraphy style and decide the activity content. ③Start practicing on Hannsi (Japanese calligraphy paper) (20 minutes) You will practice freely while adding explanations of brushes and kanji. Even if it's your first time, you can practice as many sheets as you like with free expression. ④A lecture before finishing the final work and an explanation of the points to finish the work. (10 minutes) If you would like to do a large-scale wall calligraphy performance, we will hold a first trial performance. If you wish, we will hold a lecture before finishing your work, such as making Shikishi (traditional Japanese square paper), postcards, or Sensu (traditional Japanese holding fan). After that, you can practice on special paper. Enjoy free expression. ⑤ Completion of the work and a commemorative photo. The finished work will be stamped with a finishing seal, and you will be given a commemorative photo and a digital video upon request. *We can also set a "time extension" for the leisurely time upon request. Up to 1 hour and 30 minutes.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

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 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 14:00 / 16:00

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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• For Groups

• Age 8～Age 80
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 14:00 / 16:00

Tea ceremony experience class using a standing shelf Tea ceremony on a chair Tea ceremony performed while sitting on a chair using a standing shelf is ideal for beginners and those who find it difficult to sit upright. Experience the essence of tea ceremony in a relaxed environment while feeling the atmosphere of Kyoto. International charm A special moment woven by the charming streets of Ninenzaka and the quiet space of tea ceremony. Beginners are welcome! Experience tea ceremony in Ninenzaka, Kyoto Make matcha and drink it in a tea bowl. Why not calm your mind with a traditional Japanese tea ceremony? Experienced instructors will carefully teach you. Japanese, English, Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian, and French are available. (Please contact us in advance if you require support in languages other than Japanese and English)

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 65
• 4～5 hours

Good news for beginners and blank divers. This is a great course for beginner divers with less than 20 dives and blank divers whose last dive was over a year ago. *If you have been absent for more than 3 years or are worried about suddenly taking a boat, we recommend the Refresh 1 Beach 1 Boat Plan.

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• For Groups