Things to do in Kansai Page 4

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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 process~ History talk → Tea talk → Tea making → Japanese sweets and tea *Souvenirs available

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 18:00

You can enjoy the fantastically lit up 140-year-old townhouse, a cultural asset. The townhouse is lit up in hopes of ending the COVID-19 pandemic. Handmade lights made with an abundance of Japanese materials, such as washi paper, wood, and sake barrels, warmly illuminate the six gardens. Please enjoy the illuminated townhouse (building and garden) to your heart's content. This course will serve you carefully prepared kaiseki cuisine. Enjoy delicious food along with the beautiful lighting.

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• Age 6～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00 / 19:00

【Preparation】Calligraphy is an aesthetic expression of Japanese culture. Before experiencing calligraphy, we will ask you to change into Japane【Explanation】First of all, we will explain about the mental attitude and tools.You will better understand the differences between foreign Caligraphy and Japanese "Shodo".The instructor will explain how to hold the brush and how to use the tools.Please choose your favorite Japanese Kanji character to try in this experience. 【Practice】Calligraphy has a sense of quietness and beauty. Essentially, it is important to have basic manners, such as sitting upright, keeping your back straight, and holding your brush upright. There are basic techniques such as "tome," "hane," and "harai," which should be practiced.Learn the stroke order of the chosen kanji.Learn by observing the teacher's demonstration with a model.Practice the kanji you have just selected with an awareness of the technique.【Special】Teachers have applied kanji to the foreign names of our clients and come up with Japanese-style names written in kanji.【Seisho】Participants will be asked to write their chosen kanji characters on a fan and a piece of calligraphy paper, keeping in mind what they have learned so far.

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• Age 3～
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Do you not experience the cloisonne called "the beauty which has seven treasures together"? We make key chains or pendants with traditional techniques from the Muromachi and Edo eras. The studio is a recommended location for sightseeing, with a 5-minute bus ride to Kinkakuji and a 15-minute walk to Kitano Tenmangu! Kyoto Please come and see if you can come to sightseeing. Female The instructor will teach you kindly and politely, so participation with small children is also welcome ♪ The experience time is around 1 hour, so you can experience 3 years old ~ fun!

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• Age 5～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:00

You can enjoy a Japanese sweets experience in a kimono!! We have a wide selection of kimonos (yukata) for women, men, and children (reservations can be made for up to 5 people). Both the kimono rental and the Japanese sweets experience are available for people 5 years and older, so it is also recommended for families! 【Prices】 Kimono (yukata) rental + Japanese sweets experience 8,800 yen (tax included) Kimono (yukata) rental + 3 kinds of high-grade fresh sweets + 1 kind of dried sweets + matcha tea 【Time required】 <Kimono rental> Approximately 40 minutes ↓ (Travel) Approximately 25 minutes on foot <Japanese sweets experience> Approximately 75 minutes *Kimono return time is 5pm 【Meeting place】 Rental Kimono Shiki Sakura Kiyomizudera Store 2-208-7 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0862 ※Japanese sweets experience starts at 11am, 1:15pm, and 3pm Example: Kimono rental from 9am → Japanese sweets experience from 1:15pm 【Schedule】 1. Come to Rental Kimono Shiki Sakura Kiyomizudera Store on the date and time of your reservation 2. Choose your favorite kimono and we will help you put it on 3. Go to Kanshundo Higashi Store, about 25 minutes on foot Enjoy a Japanese sweets experience wearing a kimono (yukata) at the Higashiyama/Kiyomizu-dera venue. [About kimono rental] ◇Kimono rental plan Set: Undergarment, kimono, obi, bag, and sandals will be rented (Yukata plan will be used from June 1st to September 15th) Time: Dressing and preparation takes about 20 to 30 minutes (hair styling takes an additional 15 minutes) *You can enjoy the Japanese sweets experience and walk around freely until the return time of 5:00 pm. [About Japanese sweets experience] Kanshundo Higashi store, Higashiyama/Kiyomizu-dera venue Address: 511-1 Chayamachi, Yamato-oji-dori Shomen-sagaru, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0931 (In front of Toyokuni Shrine) Higashiyama/Kiyomizu-dera venue (Kanshundo Higashi store) Aprons and towels are provided, so please come empty-handed. General course Contents: 3 kinds of high-grade fresh sweets + 1 kind of dried sweets + matcha tea Sweets made vary depending on the season (every month). Spring: rape blossoms, cherry blossoms, Japanese bush warblers, etc. Summer: irises, bamboo, morning glories, etc. Autumn: chrysanthemums, maples, ginkgo, etc. Winter: plum blossoms, camellias, pine needles, camellias, etc. ☆About 1 hour and 15 minutes (for about 10 people, 1 hour for the experience and 15 minutes for eating and drinking after the experience) The time may vary depending on the number of participants. * Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time as we will need to prepare aprons, hand washing, etc. (1) 11:00 (start) - 12:15 (scheduled end) (2) 13:15 (start) - 14:30 (scheduled end) (3) 15:00 (start) - 16:15 (scheduled end) Please note) - Please be punctual as being late for your reservation will cause inconvenience to those who are later.・If you are going to be late, please contact us in advance. ・If you are late, you may not be able to participate in the experience.

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 13:00 / 16:00

Even in Kyoto, where there are many beautiful traditional cultures that have been passed down since ancient times, there are only a few "tayu" who are different from maiko and oiran. "Mugen no Toki" is a unique event by Suehiroya Aoitayu that allows you to experience the world of tayu with all five senses. Traditional ceremonies and dances can be visually enjoyed by adding video production using projection mapping to the dances, songs, and Japanese musical instruments performed by the tayu. Enjoy the overwhelming beauty of projection mapping at the "Kyoto Creative Garage", the site of Honnoji Temple. ~Experience flow~13:00 Tayu Dochu Watch the distinctive footwork, such as the Uchihachimonji, a ritualized version of the high priest's procession, and the high geta called Mitsuashi. 13:03 Kaoshi no Shiki, a ceremony to introduce the tayu to the guests, while the waitress calls out the tayu's name. 13:05 "Inishie" Danced by Tayu OnlyWatch the special dance "Inishie" that is danced by Tayu only and has been passed down from Tayu to Tayu. 13:10 Costume ExplanationWe will introduce the differences between Maiko and Geisha, such as Japanese hairstyle, 22 hairpins, Uchikake and Mitsuashi. 13:30 Biwa Performance "Honnoji"Enjoy a performance by Tayu at the site of Honnoji Temple. 13:50 Photo ShootYou can take photos with Tayu and Toge. Take lots of photos as a memento of Kyoto.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00

Become a Sushi Master in Kawaramachi, Kyoto!We offer a rare "Sushi Making Experience". Join our class and create unforgettable memories in lively Kyoto! ■COURSE ・Sushi-Roll Making Experience Course -10 pieces of Nigiri-Sushi & 2 pieces of Gunkan-maki If there are vegetarian or vegan people in your group, please inform us the number of vegetarian and vegan people. We can change fish ingredients to vegetables. ■SCHEDULE 90-min. session. After a lecture on the history of Japanese cuisine and Sushi, you'll get hands-on experience making Sushi, and then enjoy eating the Sushi you've made!■LOCATION Just a 5-min. walk from Kyoto Kawaramachi Sta. on the Hankyu- Line! The area is filled with plenty of convenient shops for shopping, making it easy to fit into your itinerary! ■OUR STAFFS Our staff is the friendliest in Kyoto! They speak English very fluently.! Important Notes!・Guests who are vegetarian or vegan are kindly asked to inform us at the time of booking.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00

Become a Sushi Master in Kawaramachi, Kyoto!We offer a rare "Sushi Making Experience". Join our class and create unforgettable memories in lively Kyoto!■COURSE ・Temari-Sushi Making Experience Course -10 pieces of Nigiri-Sushi & 2 pieces ofGunkan-maki-What's Temari Sushi? Beautifully crafted, bite-sized Sushi shaped like small decorative balls. Topped with colorful ingredients such as fresh fish, vegetables, or egg. Temari-Sushi is popular for its elegant appearance and is often served at celebrations or special occasions. ■OUR STAFFS Our staff is the friendliest in Kyoto! They speak English very fluently.! Important Notes!・We only accommodate shellfish allergies (octopus and squid can be substituted). ・We do not offer special dishes for vegetarians, vegans, or halal diets.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00

Become a Sushi Master in Kawaramachi, Kyoto!We offer a rare "Sushi Making Experience". Join our class and create unforgettable memories in lively Kyoto!■COURSE ・Nigiri-Sushi Making Experience Course -9 pieces of Nigiri-Sushi & 3 pieces of Gunkan-maki■SCHEDULE 90-min. session. After a lecture on the history of Japanese cuisine and Sushi, you'll get hands-on experience making Sushi, and then enjoy eating the Sushi you've made! ■LOCATION Just a 5-min. walk from Kyoto Kawaramachi Sta. on the Hankyu- Line! The area is filled with plenty of convenient shops for shopping, making it easy to fit into your itinerary! ■OUR STAFFS Our staff is the friendliest in Kyoto! They speak English very fluently.! Important Notes!・We only accommodate shellfish allergies (octopus and squid can be substituted). ・We do not offer special dishes for vegetarians, vegans, or halal diets.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00

Become a Sushi Master in Namba, Osaka!We offer a rare "Sushi Making Experience". Join our class and create unforgettable memories in lively Osaka!■COURSE ・Temari-Sushi Making Experience Course -10 pieces of Nigiri-Sushi & 2 pieces ofGunkan-maki-What's Temari Sushi? Beautifully crafted, bite-sized sushi shaped like small decorative balls. Topped with colorful ingredients such as fresh fish, vegetables, or egg. Temari-Sushi is popular for its elegant appearance and is often served at celebrations or special occasions. ■OUR STAFFS Our staff is the friendliest in Osaka! They speak English very fluently.! Important Notes!・We only accommodate shellfish allergies (octopus and squid can be substituted). ・We do not offer special dishes for vegetarians, vegans, or halal diets.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00

Become a Sushi Master in Namba Dotonbori, Osaka!We offer a rare "Sushi Making Experience". Join our class and create unforgettable memories in lively Osaka Dotonbori!■COURSE ・Nigiri-Sushi Making Experience Course -9 pieces of Nigiri-Sushi & 3 pieces of Gunkan-maki■SCHEDULE 90-min. session. After a lecture on the history of Japanese cuisine and sushi, you'll get hands-on experience making sushi, and then enjoy eating the sushi you've made! ■LOCATION Just a 3-min. walk from Namba Sta. on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line! The area is filled with plenty of convenient shops for shopping, making it easy to fit into your itinerary! ■OUR STAFFS Our staff is the friendliest in Osaka! They speak English very fluently.! Important Notes!・We only accommodate shellfish allergies (octopus and squid can be substituted). ・We do not offer special dishes for vegetarians, vegans, or halal diets.

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• Age 4～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30

Our friendly staff will help you have the best time in Japan. Let's dive into Japanese culture together! ▶︎Menu, Schedule Approximately 1 hour. Enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets while making your own matcha! ▶︎LocationOur cooking class is located in the center of Osaka! Osaka is a popular tourist destination in Japan that everyone wants to visit at least once, with a strong history and culture. We also recommend sightseeing in Osaka before or after the cooking class! ▶︎Instructors and staffAll cooking classes are held in English. Local staff with extensive overseas experience will provide you with the best entertainment! It will surely be an unforgettable memory!

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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 was the person in charge of the famous temple tea ceremony. This is a popular class that many customers from Japan and abroad visit in search of this tea ceremony master. We receive many reservations from customers every month. The class is famous and has 6 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 5-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 done 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) 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 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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• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

In a full-fledged tea room, a course for customers to participate in a tea ceremony held by the owner of our hermitage. Under the guidance of the staff, a set of courses where you can make matcha yourself. At the tea ceremony, you can enjoy the tea ceremony while watching the tea ceremony! After that, try making your own tea using tea utensils (chasen, chashaku, natsume, bowl). You can learn how to walk in the tea room, how to greet, basic tea ceremony, and how to make delicious matcha ♪

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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

"Otemae" is the formal way to prepare tea when entertaining guests at a tea ceremony. It's not just about preparing tea, but also about cleaning (wiping and washing) the tools you will be using in a set way and manner, and then preparing the tea in front of the guests. This plan allows anyone to experience the introductory lessons to the tea ceremony. ♪This experience is difficult for foreigners, so please avoid it.

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• Age 6～Age 80
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:30 / 16:30

*All my classes will be private until the corona converges. (We will change the number of participants after booking.) In this class, you can experience the basics of the tea ceremony and how to make matcha. Before guiding your friends from overseas, how about learning a little Japanese cultural keywords? It is sure to be a fun opportunity for people who want to test their English conversation skills and participate with people from overseas. (Please inquire in advance if there are any reservations from overseas customers for your desired schedule) Me (Omotesenke school professor) or my husband (both Omotesenke school and Urasenke school certificates) After enjoying the tea prepared by the chef, you can make your own tea and enjoy it. If you are with friends or family, it will be double the fun if you eat together. In our classroom, you can take a seat and draw hot water from the kettle to make the rice. It's not just an experience where everyone sits in the audience and stirs together with a bamboo whisk. I would like you to feel the real texture and weight of each small tool. I was born in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, and I am a qualified teacher of the Omotesenke school who still lives in Nakagyo Ward. Her husband is a descendant of Ihei Ito, who developed somei-yoshino, a cherry blossom variety that is world-famous as the national flower of Japan, at the request of Yoshimune, the eighth shogun of the Tokugawa family. In our classroom, in addition to the antiques given to us by various people and the tea bowls we collected ourselves, we also use old ones given to us by family members. Since sitting in the seiza style puts a lot of strain on the legs, we also offer an experience using a table and chairs called the ryurei style. If you tell us when you make a reservation, even children, the elderly, and people with concerns about their feet and knees can participate with peace of mind. I think there may be cases such as "I learned it a long time ago, but I somehow forgot it", "I don't understand it even if I read a book", "I don't have time to continue learning". Would you like to experience it when it's like that? After the experience, be sure to stop by the Tsukigama and numerous tea ceremonies that can be found throughout Kyoto. I'm sure there will be new discoveries and fun. We can accommodate a large number of people on school trips, family trips, training trips, etc. Our classroom is a member of the Kyoto City Tourism Association. If you have any questions about the detailed etiquette of the tea ceremony or have any questions, please feel free to ask. (Note) *You are free to take pictures before and after the class. *Please refrain from taking photos and videos during the instructor's demonstration.

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• Age 6～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 17:00

You can make anpan, a type of bread often eaten by Japanese people, in a Japanese home in 2 hours using a domestic oven. Even beginners are OK! We will teach you how to make bread carefully. Children of elementary school age and above can participate. Reservations can be made for up to 4 people. You may be impressed by the fluffy, freshly baked anpan! You can knead the dough by hand or by machine, so it's interesting to see how the dough changes!

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• Age 16～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

You can learn how to use, draw and swing a sword in a real martial arts dojo, and at the end you can actually have a sword fight. The assistant instructor will translate in English. You can enjoy a "demonstration and straw cutting" using a real Japanese sword using Yushin-ryu sword techniques. A Yushin-ryu sword-holder from the Koryu Iaido dojo will safely and carefully instruct you, so please feel free to participate in the experience. The "Samurai Course" is an experience in which you wear an Iaido belt over your everyday clothes. (Please come in clothes that are easy to move in) <Experience on the day of the plan> ・Greetings (brief self-introduction), instructions on things to be careful about during the experience, etc. ・Changing into a uniform ・Samurai altar greetings ・Bending and stretching exercises ・Instruction on swinging a replica or wooden sword ・Watch the head of the school's kata demonstration ・Watch straw cutting by a high-ranking sword holder ・Mock battle with a high-ranking sword holder ・Experience caring for a real sword ・Go to a sword shop and experience sword appreciation and cutting experience Approximately 40 minutes

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• Age 4～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30

Are you ready to become a "sushi chef"? Sushi is a representative of Japanese culture, so making sushi is the best way to enjoy Japanese food!! Our friendly staff will help you have the best time in Japan. Let's dive into Japanese culture together! ▶︎MenuThere are many different types of sushi in Japan. In this cooking class, you will learn how to make nigiri sushi and roll sushi. 1: Nigiri sushiThe most standard and popular sushi in Japan, and also the origin of sushi. 2: Roll sushiA popular sushi around the world, this type of sushi is made by wrapping ingredients in rice. If you practice a lot, you might become a sushi chef? ▶︎ScheduleIt's about 90 minutes. In the first half, you will learn the history of sushi and how to make sushi, and then you will actually make sushi! In the second half, you will have time to make sushi freely and time to eat. ▶︎LocationOur cooking class is located in the center of Osaka! Osaka is a popular tourist destination in Japan that everyone wants to visit at least once, with a strong sense of history and culture. It is also recommended to go sightseeing in Osaka before or after the cooking class! ▶︎Instructors and staff All cooking classes will be held in English. Local staff with extensive overseas experience will provide you with the best entertainment! Your memories in Japan will surely be unforgettable! ▶︎Menu changes The following menus can be accommodated. ・Vegan・Vegetarian・Gluten-free・Halal・Allergy (no meat, nuts, fruit) *If you need to change the menu, please be sure to let us know in advance. *We cannot change the menu on the day of the event. *We cannot accommodate likes and dislikes of ingredients or changes to desired ingredients.

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• Age 8～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

To all foreign tourists, you can write your name in Kanji. You can write it yourself. The instructor will take your hand and write it in an instant. This is the first step to getting interested in calligraphy.

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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 14～Age 99
• 5～6 hours
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30

Walk around Uji, the ancient capital of Kyoto, in a kimono. Feel free to wear a kimono and go out to tourist spots such as long-established tea shops, the Phoenix Hall of Byodo-in Temple, a World Heritage Site (World Cultural Heritage Site), and Ujikami Shrine. You are sure to find a kimono design that suits your taste. You can choose from a wide variety of new and beautiful kimonos and cute yukatas, all available for rental at a low price starting from 3,990 yen (tax included). For a limited time, we also offer a student discount plan. Our experienced dressing staff will consult with you on casual kimonos, yukatas, and popular antique kimonos. Find a kimono that suits you and enjoy a stroll around Uji with friends, parents and children, or as a couple.

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• Age 6～Age 90
• 1～2 hours

This is a course where you can experience the charm of calligraphy while learning how to hold the brush and basic brush strokes. Choose your favorite character, practice with the instructor's advice, and finally finish your work with a clean copy. You can take the completed work home with you. Enjoy time to calm your mind and face calligraphy in the quiet space of an old folk house. Even beginners can participate with confidence.

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• Age 3～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 16:00 / 20:30

[What is Samurai Cafe?] It is a "participatory period drama entertainment" where customers come on stage and have a great time becoming the leading roles in a period drama. It is an entertainment show that can be enjoyed by children and adults alike, with plenty to see, such as sword fighting and action between samurai and ninja, and a gorgeous and luxurious procession of courtesans!

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• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30 / 15:30

We will guide you through the site of Koto Nishikori Studio, which produces traditional textiles at Kyoto. You can see Nishikiori's works, restored textiles, restored Takaki. Families, friends, those interested in textiles, school excursions, university seminars, lifelong learning, etc. can be enjoyed from children to seniors. Korin Nishikori Kobo is a workshop established by textile artist Korin Tatsumura. One postcard per person and a special photo taken with a precious high machine.

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• Age 6～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00 / 19:00

Activities,1➤Learning CalligraphyResignation is literally a person's resignation from this world, or the words he writes to say goodbye to this world as he prepares to die. They are his last words,In this plan, you will write a letter of resignation to prepare for death before going to war in the Warring States Period, when life and were death always next to each other.Highlight 01➤Decide on the last character. reflect on your life and think carefully about it.➤Practice basic brush strokes and the stroke order of the chosen kanji.Activities,2One character for resignationReflecting on your life so far, imagine a story about whom and what kind of feelings you would like to leave behind, and think about the character composition (design) of your last character in this world.- Highlight 02➤With an oversized brush, more than five times larger than usual, the artist puts his soul into creating a powerful, fragile, and beautiful single character on a 150cm x 150cm sheet of paper. By expressing the whole body dynamically, the artist can freely manipulate the oversized brush.

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• Age 7～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

You can enjoy a matcha tea experience in a kimono!! We have a wide selection of kimonos (yukata) for women, men, and children (up to 4 people can be booked). Both kimono rental and matcha tea experience are available for people aged 10 and over, so it is also recommended for families! 【Price】 Kimono (yukata) rental + matcha experience 8,800 yen (tax included) Kimono (yukata) rental + Uji matcha + sweets 【Time required】 <Kimono rental> Approximately 20 minutes (15 minutes extra if hair styling is added) ↓ (Travel) Approximately 2 minutes on foot <Matcha experience> Approximately 45 minutes *Kimono return time is 17:00 【Meeting place】 Rental Kimono Shiki Sakura Kiyomizudera Store 2-208-7 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0862 ※ Matcha experience starts at 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, and 15:00. Example: Kimono rental 9:00 ~ → Matcha experience 10:00 ~ (if booked, change to a later time) 【Flow of the day】 1. Come to "Rental Kimono Shiki Sakura Kiyomizudera Store" on the date and time of your reservation 2. Choose your favorite kimono and we will help you put it on 3. Enjoy a matcha experience wearing a kimono (yukata) at Kyoto Chanoyu Akebonotei, which is about a 2-minute walk away. [About kimono rental] ◇Kimono leave-to-us plan Set: Undergarment, kimono, obi, bag, and sandals will be rented (Yukata plan will be available from June 1st to September 15th) Time: Dressing and preparation takes about 20 minutes (hair styling takes an additional 15 minutes) *You can enjoy the matcha experience and walk around freely until the return time of 5:00 p.m. [About matcha experience] Kyoto Chanoyu Akebonotei [About matcha experience] Kyoto Chanoyu Akebonotei store information) Address: 2-222 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 605-0862 Phone: 075-334-6757 Course: About 45 minutes Contents: Uji matcha + tea sweets After grinding matcha with a stone mill in the tea room on the second floor, you will experience using a yugama teapot and making your own matcha. You will make matcha together while listening to the instructor's explanation. Afterwards, you will enjoy matcha with tea and sweets (which change depending on the day). Please note that if you are late for your reservation time, it will cause inconvenience to those who are later, so please be punctual. Also, depending on the time, you may not be able to experience the experience.

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• Age 12～Age 80
• 3～4 hours

This is a self-cycling tour that takes you to the Miho Museum and Shigaraki Pottery Village. With a special map in hand, enjoy a moment of wellness for both body and mind with art and cycling. Electrically assisted bicycles make it easy to ride up hills. Even beginners can feel at ease. This is a course that takes you to the very popular Miho Museum and the Shigaraki Pottery Village, one of the six ancient kilns in Japan, where you can experience art. The tour is self-cycling, and you will head to your destination with a special map in hand. The area around the course is full of nature, such as beautiful rivers and mountain trees, and is relatively cool even in the hot summer months. After being impressed by the art and beautiful scenery at the Miho Museum, it is a good idea to take a bike ride around the Shigaraki pottery village. Try to find your favorite pottery. We recommend taking the Shigaraki Kogen Railway on your way back. You will be seen off by the Shigaraki raccoons and the wonderful view from the train window. This tour does not include a guide, but we will support your trip by messaging app or phone. If you let us know in advance, you can drop off the bike at the Miho Museum or along the course. (There is a bus from Miho Museum to JR Ishiyama Station) *Please check the opening days of Miho Museum before applying. Miho Museum Opening Days Website: https://www.miho.jp/calendar/ Main Stops: Misuji Falls, Miho Museum, Shigaraki Pottery Village Meet at 9:00 Target age: 12 years old and above (height 145cm and above) *About Cycling Support ・On this tour, we will provide support via LINE and phone for any problems you may have while cycling. ・If you stop cycling midway, we will come to collect your bicycle free of charge. (You may have to wait up to 60 minutes)

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• For Groups