Things to do in Kansai Page 20

• Age 5～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

A professional photographer will take your photos after you have rented a yukata and put it on in a small photo studio renovated from a historic old house near Nijo Castle in Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan! We are a photo studio founded in 1932, and Kyoto Salon is one of our many photo stores. We have entrusted the thoughts of many people to photos, and have delivered happy moments to everyone while further evolving our honed photography techniques and hospitality to customers. This time, we would like to help those who come to Kyoto to create wonderful memories by capturing their shining smiles and happy moments.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 14:00

"Ko-Iga" is the highest peak of pottery in history, known as "exceptional beauty" in the world of tea ceremony, mainly during the Sengoku period, when Sen no Rikyu, Oda Nobunaga, and Toyotomi Hideyoshi were active, and the Azuchi-Momoyama period. Experience Awaji Iga making, a reproduction of the Ko-Iga making used in tea ceremony at that time, with one-on-one guidance from a craftsman who hand-made the largest six-tiered climbing kiln in Japan. Ko-Iga is fired at the world's highest firing temperature of 1400℃ for several days, which is unparalleled in the world, so the shape is distorted and sometimes it breaks when firewood is repeatedly hit against it, but the absolute presence and scenery that surpasses this are known as exceptional beauty. (*250℃-450℃ in a bonfire, 1500℃ in a blast furnace) Awaji Iga aims to revive Ko-Iga and values the invisible process and value, so it does not use modern tools such as burners and thermometers, or glazes that glassify the surface. During the Sengoku period, wars were taking place all over Japan, but no one really wanted war, and tea ceremonies served as a place for secret talks to avoid war. It is said that Ko-Iga was used as a special tool to hold a special tea ceremony, which could avoid war if successful, or lead to war if unsuccessful. At Tsurugi Kiln, you can experience the revival of Ko-Iga, which was used in tea ceremonies that determined history and people's lives and deaths, and the making of Awaji Iga pottery. *The actual experience is limited to the forming process. During the four days and nights of the kiln firing in February, you can visit the impressive site at any time. Please visit Awaji Island three times to enjoy the forming process, the kiln firing in February, and the collection after April. ■Itinerary 1. Decide what to make 2. Knead the clay 3. Shape, make strings, hand-form, and make balls *The actual experience is limited to the forming process. During the kiln firing in February, you can see the items you made yourself. *As the items are fired once a year during the kiln firing in February, they will be handed over after spring.

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• Age 10～Age 90
• 2～3 hours

Just by living, people accumulate dirt and impurities at the end of each day. It would be nice if we could wash them off ourselves every day, but for busy modern people, it is not easy. Mount Koya, which spreads out in a mountain basin surrounded by peaks at an altitude of about 1,000m, is a sacred place of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism founded by Kobo Daishi Kukai 1,200 years ago. This plan involves climbing together to the top of Benten-dake, the watershed of Mount Koya, and performing a purification and purification prayer in front of the shrine. (Depending on the weather, etc., it may be performed at a different shrine.) A special human figure will be prepared. Usually, the Great Purification is performed at the end of June and the end of December, but for our purification and purification plan, a specialized prayer leader will be available all year round when visitors are in a good mood. We will offer our original incense amulet after praying for it. Why not spend a refreshing time with the goddess of water (Benzaiten)? This is an experiential workshop recommended for those who want to learn more about Mount Koya.

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 3～4 hours

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

• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

A great-value flight that tours the Daisenryo Kofun, a world cultural heritage site in Sakai City, Osaka, where Emperor Nintoku rests. Because it is a helicopter, you can enjoy the whole view of the burial mound from the sky. Also pay attention to Osaka's landmarks such as Nanko Cosmo Tower and Abeno Harukas. Recommended for sightseeing in Kansai and independent research.

• Age 10～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 11:00 / 14:00 / 17:00 / 20:00

Calligraphy/Samurai Calligraphy/Tea Ceremony/which is related to ZenIaido and Armor, both of which are related to Bushido.This plan allows you to experience all of these.-Practice calligraphyLearn how to prepare yourself for calligraphy, and practice how to hold a brush and use tools.Practice basic brush strokes such as “tome”, “hane”, and “harai”.Choose a Kanji character and follow the stroke order to practice.-Samurai Calligraphy When a samurai foresaw his death, he reflected on his life and wrote down his last words on earth with a brush.-Tea CeremonyThe master of the tea ceremony prepares and powdered green tea to the guests.This is a great way to learn etiquette, manners, beautiful gestures, and the spirit of hospitality.-Samurai Sword Trial CuttingYou will learn how to use a sword and become aware of your self-respect and the responsibility of carrying a deadly weapon.Try your hand at slashing. Experience the best cutting edge in the world.-Wearing ArmorIn April 1615, the “Osaka Summer Battle” began. You, a member of Toyotomi's side, will wear a suit of armor and participate in the battle. You will be photographed on the grounds of Osaka Castle, pretending to be the b,

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• Age 7～Age 90
• 2～3 hours

At Mitsuishi Fudoson, a traditional esoteric Buddhist temple that worships the waterfall where Kobo Daishi trained at the age of 21, we will practice rituals at the goma and make our wishes come true. The prayer priest is Sato Myosen (representative of the Kishu Koyasan Yokofue Association), a nun who lives in Mt. Koya. After the Goma prayer, if the weather is good, you can visit the waterfall and achieve a unique purification. Although you can apply for the Goma prayer experience alone, we recommend visiting in a group.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Leave the back bay inside, go round the power spot "Kamijima", the best Tanabe Bay. It is a course that you can taste a little magnificent.

• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 18:00

Under this plan, you will be able to create your favorite ring, pendant or brooch. The clay-like sterling silver is hand-crafted, so you can easily make original silver accessories even for the first time. After the regular course, we will polish it for about 30 minutes to finish it into a full-fledged work.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 18:00

In this plan, one marriage ring will be produced. The clay-like sterling silver is hand-crafted, so it is easy to make even for the first time. After the regular course process, we will polish it for about 30 minutes and finish it in a high quality ring.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 18:00

Under this plan, you will be able to create your favorite ring, pendant or brooch. The clay-like sterling silver is hand-crafted, so you can easily make original silver accessories even for the first time. After the regular course, we will polish it for about 30 minutes to finish it into a full-fledged work.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 18:00

In this plan, you will create something you like, such as rings, pendants and brooches. The clay-like sterling silver is hand-crafted, so you can easily make original silver accessories even for the first time.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 66
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:30

Shower climbing is an exhilarating sport where you climb a waterfall while being splashed with water. Find stances and holds on the smooth waterfall and climb. In difficult places, the guide will help you with a rope, so you can rest assured! *Lunch and hot springs are optional. (Reservation required) (Lunch 700 yen, Hot springs 800 yen)

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• For Groups

• Age 1～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 18:00 / 19:00 / 20:00

[Held on Sunday, August 17, 2025!] The tradition of Sakai will resonate! Special performance by "Sakai Goryo Taiko" A powerful Japanese drum stage by "Sakai Goryo Taiko" will be held at the Dotonbori Yatai Village Festival! "Sakai Goryo Taiko", which has been active mainly in Sakai City for many years, will make its first appearance at Yatai Village. The heavy sound and rhythm that shakes the soul will instantly envelop the venue in excitement! On the day, there will also be a "Japanese drum experience" where the audience can participate. Don't miss this great opportunity to touch the Japanese drums! [Event summary] Date and time: Sunday, August 17, 2025 Part 1: 19:00-Part 2: 20:00-*Each performance of Japanese drums + experience Location: Dotonbori Yatai Village Festival (2nd floor) Performer: Sakai Goryo Taiko Please come and experience the sound and excitement of Japanese drums on site! We look forward to seeing you there!

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• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 09:30 / 12:00 / 14:00

The only snorkeling class held in Lake Biwa! Omi Maiko Swimming Pool is the most popular swimming spot in Lake Biwa. The secret to its popularity is its high transparency! You can experience clean water that you wouldn't expect from a lake. How about swimming as an activity during play? There are a lot of fish swimming in Omi Maiko. It's a waste to just swim. Let's look at the fish swimming elegantly from the surface. After the lesson, you can rent a mask and snorkel for free until the next session (about 40 minutes)!

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• Age 10～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Why don't you make your own potter's wheel with an electric potter's wheel? If you touch the soil and become absorbed in making pottery, all your daily stress will be blown away. Sharpen your fingertips with your concentration and freely produce the soil! A healing space where the sea breeze is fragrant. Would you like to relax with the soil, people, and the sea? Shishito is a gallery and ceramic art class with a free style.

• For Groups

• Age 18～Age 65
• 2～3 hours
• 14:00

This plan is centered around Nakanoshima Park. The bicycle ride takes about an hour. After the bicycle tour, you will actually wear a kimono and experience being a samurai or ninja. Enjoy Osaka by bicycle! A local guide born and raised in Osaka will guide you to fun and unique spots. We will not only provide you with sightseeing, but also a special experience where you can enjoy the city of Osaka with all your senses. The bicycles used on the tour are from "PALMGARAGE", which was founded in 1976. With a comfortable ride and stylish design, the journey itself is fun. The course not only takes you around parks, temples, and shopping streets, but also includes activities unique to Osaka, such as pottery experience. Discover the new charms of Osaka and make unforgettable memories! We will be conducting a monitor tour in preparation for the full start in April. Please come and make some fun memories!

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• In Door Activity

• Age 18～Age 65
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00

This plan is centered around Osaka Castle. The bicycle ride will take about 2 hours (3.5 hours in total). Let's enjoy Osaka by bicycle! A local guide born and raised in Osaka will guide you to fun and unique spots for a special experience that is unique to the local area. It is not just a sightseeing, but a special experience that allows you to enjoy the city of Osaka with all your senses. The bicycles used on the tour are from "PALMGARAGE", which was founded in 1976. With a comfortable ride and stylish design, the movement itself is fun. The course not only takes you around parks, temples, and shopping streets, but is also full of activities unique to Osaka, such as pottery experiences. Discover the new charms of Osaka and make unforgettable memories! We will be conducting a monitor tour in preparation for the full-scale start in April. Please come and make some fun memories!

• For Rainy Days

• Age 0～Age 80
• 1～2 hours

Cruising elegantly on the river that flows through the city of Osaka! There are downtown areas and business districts near the river, and the scenery from the river is the best! ! It is a lounge sofa type board that can board up to 12 people with a sense of privacy. It is a plan that can use coupons common to the region!

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 10～Age 80
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 06:00

Aim for big fish with live horse mackerel and Japanese horse mackerel! Target fish: Amberjack, amberjack, yellowtail, mackerel, broom grouper, yellowtail, longfish How to catch: Swim *Please prepare live bait! ～～～Plan schedule～～～ ① Gather at the pier at Susami Port ② Board the boat and move to the point ③ After arriving at the point, start fishing *Depending on the situation, points may be moved. ④ Return to port ⑤ Dissolution ■■ - Basic information on the plan - ■■ Minimum number of participants: 2 people Duration: 7 hours Event period: All year round Meeting time: 15 minutes before departure (March - November 5:45, December - February 6 :15) Reservation deadline: 21:00 2 days before *Minimum number of participants is 2 people. If the minimum number of participants is not met, the event will be canceled. ■■－－－－－－－－－■■

• Age 10～Age 80
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 06:00

By jigging, you can catch white-eye (yellowtail), amberjack, grouper, etc., and by casting, you can catch yellowtail, amberjack, Spanish mackerel, etc. ～～～Plan schedule～～～ ① Gather at the pier at Susami Port ② Board the boat and move to the point ③ After arriving at the point, start jigging or casting *Depending on the situation, points may be moved. ④ Return to port ⑤ Dissolution ■■ - Basic information on the plan - ■■ Minimum number of participants: 2 people Duration: 7 hours Event period: All year round Meeting time: 15 minutes before departure (March - November 5:45, December - February 6 :15) Reservation deadline: 21:00 2 days before *Minimum number of participants is 2 people. If the minimum number of participants is not met, the event will be canceled. ■■－－－－－－－－－■■

• Age 10～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 13:00

Weave the coaster by weaving. The size is about 10cm x 10cm. Let's express yourself with traditional hand machines, tools and techniques. Carefully weaving beautifully colored yarn, the design that gradually emerges is yours, expressed in Nishijin weaving. option You can also frame the coaster weaved in. Kyoto The memories of your room. On the day You can take it home.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 70
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 10:00

We will climb Mt. Ikoma, which shows different faces depending on the season. [Example of experience flow] - Gathering - Start of the climb We will actually climb Mt. Ikoma. Climb at a comfortable pace while enjoying the scenery along the way. - Rest time Take a break while admiring the vast view from the summit. Enjoy a light snack of the most delicious Japanese cup ramen in the middle of nature, or coffee made with carefully selected beans. (Consultation required) - Descent We will also descend at a comfortable pace. - End of experience Thank you for your hard work! If you wish, we can give you the photos taken on the day. (Free of charge, on the day)

• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 80
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 06:00

Aim for big fish with live horse mackerel and Japanese horse mackerel! Target fish: Amberjack, amberjack, yellowtail, mackerel, broom grouper, yellowtail, longfish How to catch: Swim *Please prepare live bait! ～～～Plan schedule～～～ ① Gather at the pier at Susami Port ② Board the boat and move to the point ③ After arriving at the point, start fishing *Depending on the situation, points may be moved. ④ Return to port ⑤ Dissolution ■■ - Basic information of the plan - ■■ Minimum operation: 1 person Duration: 7 hours Event period: All year round Meeting time: 15 minutes before departure (March to November 5:45, December to February 6 :15) Reservation deadline: 21:00 2 days before *Minimum number of participants is 1 person. If the minimum number of participants is not met, the event will be canceled. ■■－－－－－－－－－■■

• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 14:00 / 15:30

It is a Koto (Japanese traditional string instrument) experience plan about 80 minutes. During the 80 munites, you will have a precious opportunity that learn Sakura - a famous Japanese traditional song with the professional. Drink Japanese green tea, communicate with the professional, it will be a special memory for your tour. The lesson will be held in Kyomachiya-- a wooden house with 110 years old. Let's close the elegant instrument, be healed by the beautiful melody. This plan comes with a high recommendation for anyone from children to elders, and even families.

• For Rainy Days
• Recommendation for Foreigner
• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 70
• Within 1 hour
• 10:45 / 13:30 / 15:30

At our kayaking school, anyone can easily, safely and enjoyably experience kayaking. Come enjoy the great outdoors with your family and friends! You're sure to feel refreshed both physically and mentally!

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 10:45 / 13:30 / 15:30

At the Kayak School, everyone can easily, safely and enjoyably experience kayaking. Enjoy the great outdoors with your family and friends! You're sure to feel refreshed both physically and mentally! ~Schedule~10:30 Check-in begins10:45 Lecture on land11:00​​​​​​​ Practice on the lake begins11:15 Depart for Kamogawa River12:15 Return to the campsite

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 70
• 4～5 hours
• 11:15

Windsurfing is a marine sport that combines yachting and surfing, and allows you to glide comfortably across the water using the power of the wind. If you improve, you can go faster than a motorboat, surf using the waves, and jump up like a hang glider. ~Schedule for the day~ 10:45 Check-in 11:15-11:45 Lecture on land 11:50-13:00 Water lesson 13:00-14:00 Lunch 14:00-15:00 Water lesson 15:00-15:30 Meeting, changing clothes

• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 80
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours

[Takoyaki Cruise] that was broadcast on TV and radio is a new project where customers can enjoy Osaka's famous Dotonbori cruise while grilling their own takoyaki! ! A professional will teach you how to make delicious takoyaki from scratch! ! Also, the takoyaki experience on a boat in the middle of the downtown area is sure to get a lot of attention! ! It's a 50-minute long course, so in the first half you'll have to work hard to grill the takoyaki, and in the second half you can enjoy the scenery while eating the takoyaki! ! Let's try some wonderful experiences that can only be found in Osaka! [Course] (Approximately 50 minutes) Minato-cho → Dotonbori Water Gate (turn-around) → Glico-mae → Nihonbashi (turn-around) → Minato-cho *Sails with a minimum number of 4 people or more.

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 8～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

*A workshop to make gourmet dishes out of clay and takoyaki with keychains and straps! *Images include illustrative purposes only. [This is a one-on-one face-to-face lesson, so it is limited to 1-3 people] <Available on your desired date and time> [23 out of 25 items are sold out, so only 2 left in stock] [Production procedure explanation] *Takoyaki: with keychain and strap (form is in finished state) and finished with (grilled marks, green onions, pickled ginger, sauce, green laver, mayonnaise). *Mini gourmet creation: omelette, hamburger steak, cabbage and cucumber, yarn pasta, and lettuce arranged on one plate to complete.

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