Things to do in Kansai Page 12

• Age 3～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 16:00

Experience indigo dyeing in Hozu, Kameoka, Kyoto! Kyoto Hozu Indigo Studio Co., Ltd. aims to revitalize the local community through indigo product development, sales, and hands-on learning. Enjoy fun activities like tying with rubber bands and string, or using marbles, paperclips, and more to create a one-of-a-kind, original indigo-dyed T-shirt! With over 1,500 participants annually, we offer careful support, so everyone from 3 years old to seniors can participate with peace of mind. We can also provide a playpen and mat with advance notice, so even those with small children can enjoy the experience.

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• Age 6～
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

A chopstick rest with a transparent acrylic base and a resin-enclosed pressed flower. Put the gold leaf with the pressed flowers, you can make it gorgeously. The resin uses Pajiko's star cocoons, so it is highly transparent and glossy. Since this resin does not cause yellowing after curing, it can maintain a beautiful and transparent state forever. Since an acrylic base is used, chopsticks do not touch the resin part directly, so you can use it with confidence. * Additional production is possible for 900 yen per piece after the third piece. Gift wrapping is available for those who wish (+300 yen) * Contains up to 4 chopstick rests.

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• Age 8～
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 13:00 / 15:00

You can enjoy Japanese art and calligraphy at the Michelin-published Kaiseki restaurant (Michelin-published store). ~ Flow of experience ~ 1. Explanations about calligraphy 2. Practice basic lines and basic kanji 3. Practice your favorite kanji (You can choose from the available examples. You can use any other kanji you like.) 4. Practice your name in kanji (make it here and write a sample) 5. Write your favorite kanji and your name on colored paper, and press the Hanko to finish the work. We will give you a hanging scroll for colored paper so that you can decorate it immediately.

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• Recommendation for Foreigner
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• Age 4～
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Because it is a real flower, it looks gorgeous! Fashionable! Writing becomes fun when using ♪ Recommended for gifts! We have a lot of pressed flowers. Why do not you design as you like and make only one original pen in the world? * 2 will be produced (1 ball pen, 1 sharp pen) It is possible to change to 2 ball pens and 2 sharp pens. In addition, the third and later can be produced for an additional 900 yen.

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• Age 10～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 12:00 / 16:30

Even if you are new to making sushi, you are welcome! Why not experience making decorative sushi rolls like beautiful art while experiencing the traditional culture of Kyoto? In this class, you can learn the basic techniques of decorative sushi rolls and enjoy designs that incorporate Japanese motifs unique to Kyoto. You can enjoy making decorative sushi rolls with designs that change with the seasons and motifs unique to Kyoto. We offer a special experience that touches the Japanese spirit. Enjoy making heartwarming decorative sushi rolls with Japanese hospitality in the calm space of a Japanese house. Foreign guests are also welcome! Experience beautiful sushi art while experiencing Japanese culture. We offer services in Japanese, English, Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian, and French. (Please contact us in advance if you need support in a language other than Japanese and English)

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• Age 16～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /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 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

Recommended for those who are new to kimono rental, and those who want to experience kimono cheaply and easily. The kimono and obi chosen by the staff come as a set, so you can choose without worrying. It is also possible to change from the standard kimono plan to another plan after visiting the store. 〇We have all the sandals and purses! No additional charges! (Set contents: kimono + undergarment + half-width obi + sandals + drawstring bag + set of accessories)〇Required time: about 20 minutes

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• Age 10～Age 70
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

Kimono rental shop of "Kyoto's largest scale", which has been exhibited for 8 consecutive years in the Kansai Collection and is a regular in the media! A full-scale kimono experience produced by the long-established kimono and hakama "Kyoto Saganokan"! The product lineup, the number of items you can choose, and the size of the store are overwhelmingly top class! ■ Plan contents 〇 You can choose from the kimonos of "Couple plan", "Standard kimono plan" and "Men's kimono plan"! After coming to the store, you can change to a kimono of another plan at the store price, so you can rest assured! !! Why don't you make the best memories with your loved ones and kimono? 〇 We have all plans, sandals and drawstring purses! (Set contents: Kimono + Half-width band + Zori + Drawstring purse + accessory set) 〇 Price is a couple price for 2 people 〇 Time required about 30 minutes ■ Return method 〇 Return on the day Please return to our shop by 18:00 on the day .. We will keep your luggage, carry bag, etc.! 〇Returning the popular hotel After enjoying sightseeing in Kyoto, you can return to your hotel as it is. Your luggage will be delivered to your hotel. (Until 13:00 at reception) It's OK if you get your luggage at the front desk! Kimono will be returned at your hotel by 10 o'clock the next day! * Hotel return: ¥ 1,500 (please tell us when you come to the store) * However, from March 19th to April 10th and from April 29th to May 8th, ¥ 2,200 will be tax-included. It will not be available from July 10th to July 18th. 〇Return the next day Return to our shop by 18:00 the next day ※ Return the next day: 1,000 yen (please tell us when you come to the store) ■ Reasons to choose "Kyo Aruki" Kyoto Shijo Main Store ① Where to go to play, closest to central Kyoto Also "excellent access! The main store is located in the center of Kyoto (2 minutes walk from Shijo Station / Karasuma Station, 6 minutes from Kyoto Station), and you can stroll around Nishiki Market, "Gion", "Yasaka Shrine", "Kiyomizu Temple", "Yasaka Koshindo", and "Kodaiji Temple". "Gion Higashiyama area", "Fushimi Inari" and "Arashiyama" ... Excellent access to anywhere! (2) TV and magazine coverage is flooding, and the popularity is boiling! Exhibited at the Kansai Collection Our shop produced by "Kyoto Saganokan". Please leave it to our shop, which has a solid track record in media such as TV and magazines ♪ ③ Kimono is more than 120 years old in Kyoto. With a reliable selection and quality of "more than 1,000 pieces" including original kimonos from Kyoto, you can rest assured! ④ Kyoto's largest! 350 people are OK at the same time! !! "The product lineup, the number of items you can choose, and the size of the store are overwhelmingly top class! ⑤ Guarantee the assets by a professional veteran dresser and a dedicated set teacher! !! We are confident in the accuracy of dressing and hair setting! !! ⑥ Thorough cleaning at our own maintenance center! Kimono and underwear that have been worn once are thoroughly cleaned every time! We have received high praise from our customers for the "quality" service that only a large store can offer! !!

• For Rainy Days
• Date Spot
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 17:00

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

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

A collaboration of an overwhelming sense of freedom, "Sauna x Outdoors". After working up a good sweat, head to Japan's largest water bath, "Lake Biwa"! There is also a freezing natural underground water bath, so it's cool even in summer! If you're serious about Totonou, this is the place for you♪ It's private, so you can enjoy the sauna at your own preferred temperature and humidity! It's also very popular with friends and couples★ Our resident staff will give you detailed advice, so even beginners can enjoy it with peace of mind.

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• For Family

• Age 8～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

At Yokoyama Bamboo Store, established in Kyoto, who sells products using bamboo and constructs bamboo for building, you can experience traditional craft making using bamboo. In this plan, we will make "bamboo chopstick set".

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30

It would be a waste to just take a selfie in your yukata, so let's capture the best photo of your gorgeous yukata! A photographer will accompany you on your walk and take plenty of photos of you in your beautiful yukata, so you can take lots of photos with compositions other than just selfies, and photos of you blending into the city in your yukata! [Location Photo Plan] -------- 1 hour, 50 shots, 27,500 yen including tax (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays + 5,500 yen including tax) -------- Walking around the city in a yukata with a photographer is not something you can experience many times in your life. This price and quality is possible only with Kimono Rental VASARA! A day with the best photos and memories! The photos taken will be adjusted in color and delivered by data mail in about a week. *Retouching such as skin processing and face slimming will not be performed. Additional cut options 10 cuts ￥3,300 (tax included) 30 cuts ￥5,500 (tax included) There is no additional charge for shooting up to 2 people. If you are making a reservation for two people, please make a reservation for one person for the "Location Shooting Plan" and either the "Women's Yukata" or "Men's Yukata". [Yukata Rental and Dressing] VASARA's rental yukata includes dressing and hair styling, so you can come empty-handed! You can choose from a variety of patterns for each plan. There is a wide variety of geta and obi, so you can enjoy total coordination. Once you have dressed and your hair styled, enjoy walking around the city. Of course, even after the photo shoot, you can enjoy walking around the city in your Japanese attire until the return time. *The fee includes the shooting fee (27,500 yen including tax * Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays + 5,500 yen including tax) and the yukata rental and dressing fee (women's standard yukata 3,630 yen including tax). By making a reservation with this plan, you can enjoy all of the yukata rental, dressing, and photo shoot. *If you arrive late to the reservation time, the shooting time cannot be changed or extended. *After delivery, we cannot accept artistic complaints, requests for reshooting, or requests for refunds. Thank you for your understanding. *If you wish to extend the shooting time, we may not be able to accommodate due to the photographer's schedule. *You cannot specify the photographer. *We will select the most suitable photos to deliver. Photos cannot be changed. Thank you for your understanding. *We do not perform retouching such as skin processing or face slimming. *About returning the item - Rentals on the day are available until 17:30. *Extension of stays is available until 17:30 the following day for 2,200 yen (tax included) per person.

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• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 70
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00 / 19:00 / 20:00 / 21:00

【Preparation】The Japanese sword is the most effective blade to date and can only be worn by Samurai. First, change into a Samurai costume (dogi and hakama) and become a Samurai.【Explanation of swords and Samurai manners】□The relationship between the Samurai and the Japanese sword.From an early age, he learned how to use a sword and was allowed to wear a serious sword belt at the age of 15. At that time, he becomes aware of his self-respect and the responsibility of carrying a deadly weapon.The sword is the soul of the samurai and cannot be sold, even if it starves to death.□Practicing the belt and the samurai's walk【Practice the basics with the iai practice sword】 □Learn and practice the basic stances of the sword□Swinging the sword from the stance□Battou and Nottou□Iaijutsu [Trial Slashing】□Try your hand at sword cutting with a real Japanese sword!Experience the world's best cutting performance.This time, you will try cutting a rolled straw.【Souvenirs】Please take home a piece of straw that you cut in a test cut as a souvenir.

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• Age 0～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

We handmade Nishijin weave Japanese goods one by one at the foot of Funaoka. Everyone of those "popular anime" fans must see! The original Wed or does not make the argument ornament! What? When you come to Funaoka Mountain, Kensuke Shrine, Imamiya Shrine, Daitokuji, come and visit us for making memories of the trip!

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• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 15:00 / 18:00

The ninja show "Ninja Prince" will be held at the Namba Grand Kagetsu Building in Osaka. Ninjas will fight over the "Golden Bowl" that grants wishes and is protected by the Ninja Prince. A ninja battle in which legendary monsters also appear. Performance dates: Every Wednesday from April 2nd to October 29th, 2025 (closed on June 25th, July 30th, and August 27th) Performance times: 11:00-12:00, 15:00-16:00, 18:00-19:00

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• For Groups
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• Age 3～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 14:00 / 15:00

Kyoto Family Crest Workshop Hiragiya Shinshichi holds workshops where you can make your own accessories using your own family crest, a ``flower pattern'' representing your birthday, or the crest of a Sengoku warlord or historical figure. In addition to traditional family crests, we also offer manga and anime designs. There are several types of accessories you can make, such as purses, mugs, book covers, and wrapping cloths. Perfect as a gift for your family or someone close to you. Enjoy traditional experiences in a city steeped in history.

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• Age 4～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00 / 17:30

Easy access! Enjoy the best summer vacation with a private BBQ and pool!! Recommended for families too. The room is fully air-conditioned and heated, and there is a large carport so you can enjoy your time here without worrying about rain♪

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

Weave flower knots (bellflower and peony) and cobblestone patterns with paper strings, then paste on washi paper. The air is removed and the product is finished by applying several coats of persimmon tannin, a traditional Japanese method. This process may vary in difficulty, but it follows the same process as products sold in stores, so please try experiencing the difficulty and beauty for yourself. Even if you're not confident with your hands, you can make a beautiful, one-of-a-kind, original chopstick rest.

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• Age 20～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 15:00 / 16:00

You will taste three types of sake, then enjoy sake with dried snacks. First, there will be an explanation of the history of Nakatani Sake Brewery, rice polishing, and the three types of sake. The snacks are roasted black beans, Dried cod with sesame paste, and Dried Seaweed. After the sake tasting, you can observe the brewery's exhibits at any time. ~Experience Schedule~ 15:00 Introduction, History of Nakatani Sake Brewery. 15:05 Explanation of rice polishing process and its purpose (while looking at actual polished raw rice). 15:10 Explanation of the difference and the recommended order of tasting the three types of Sake. 15:15 Sake tasting the three types of sake in order. 15:30 Enjoy the Sake and tour the brewery's exhibits freely. Ends at 16:00 (If the event starts at 16:00, it will end one hour later at 17:00.)

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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

You can enjoy full-fledged pottery with an electric wheeler from novices to seniors. From 2 kg of soil, choose within 2 pieces of work and bake it. Only hot water, bowls, etc. yen You can make a bowl of shape in earnest. The baking of the work takes about one month to one and a half months.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

\Our proud strawberries grown with the blessings of nature in Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture♪/Pick strawberries in a greenhouse, no need to worry about rain! Gentle and sweet strawberries grown with organic fertilizer!! No chemical fertilizers are used, so you can eat them as they are without washing them! The strawberries are just waist-high when you pick them, so you can pick them easily without having to squat or stretch! Parking is available (free). Nearby, there is La Collina. (10 minutes by car♪) We also have strawberries for sale as souvenirs♪

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• For Family

• Age 10～Age 85
• Within 1 hour
• 10:30 / 11:30 / 13:30 / 14:30 / 15:30 / 17:30

Would you like to experience the traditional Japanese culture of calligraphy? In a calming space, you can calm your mind by holding a brush and writing. You can take home a work of art written in your favorite kanji, hiragana, or your name in kanji. ~Experience process~1. How to use the tools2. Practice basic lines and basic kanji3. Practice your favorite kanji or the kanji of your name (you can choose from the examples provided. You can also use other kanji of your choice.)4. Write your favorite kanji or your name on colored paper to complete your work. 5. The instructor will stamp your work with a commemorative seal, and it will be complete.

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• Age 13～Age 60
• 1～2 hours
• 12:00 / 14:30 / 16:30 / 18:30

＼Recommended points of the experience／●You can make a simple ring using the traditional technique of "forging"! ●Made in 90 minutes★You can make it in between dates, shopping, and sightseeing! You can take it home on the same day! ■Price (tax included) *Prices change depending on the width and material. *There is no additional charge for ring size. [Brass] 2.0mm width ¥2,750 5.0mm width ¥2,970 [Silver 950] 2.0mm width ¥6,600 5.0mm width ¥9,900 ■Time Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes Reservations can be made between ①12:30-14:00, ②14:30-16:00, ③16:30-18:00, ④18:30-20:00. ■Experience flow ①When you come to the store, please tell us, "This is ○○ that I booked through Activity Japan." ↓②Select the material and processing, confirm the size↓③Annealing (heat the metal with high heat!)↓④Shaping (make it round!)↓⑤Polishing (polish it until it's shiny!)↓⑥Complete! (Take it home on the day♪)★It will be handed over in a leather pouch. ■Other notes・Target age 13 years old and over・Reservation deadline is 23:00 the day before・Closed on Wednesdays

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• Age 13～Age 60
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00 / 14:45 / 17:30

Very popular! A crafting experience where you can process metal and make whatever you want. 150 minutes to make whatever you want! You can make rings and bangles! You can also engrave it, so it's recommended for dates, anniversaries, and sightseeing. *《Since it's a store near the station, you can experience it in between playing and sightseeing!》 It's about a 4-minute walk from Honmachi Station on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line. You can also experience it before or after shopping or eating. ■ Price (tax included) * The price will change depending on the material. * There is no additional charge depending on the shape of the material! The price is the same even if the thickness or width changes. [Brass] ¥5,500 [Silver 950] ¥12,100 ■ Time Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes Reservations can be made from ① 12:00 to 14:30, ② 14:45 to 17:15, and ③ 17:30 to 20:00. ■ Experience flow ① When you come to the store, please tell us that you are "○○ that I booked with Activity Japan." ↓②Select the item and material to be made↓③Cut the material (Use a jigsaw to cut the metal.)↓④Annealing (Apply high heat to the metal!)↓(⑤Engraving (You can freely engrave initials, anniversaries, etc.★))↓⑥Molding (Design any shape you like★)↓⑦Brazing (Use fire to bond the metal!) *May not be performed depending on the design↓⑧Polishing (Polish in stages to make it shiny!)↓⑨Complete! (Take it home on the day♪)★It will be placed in a nice case!

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• Age 7～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

In the matcha parfait making experience, you can make a delicious, cute, and very realistic food sample that uses Kyoto's famous matcha as a parfait! It is very popular not only with women but also with men and foreigners! You can make your own memories in Osaka Minami and take them home. It is recommended for yourself and as a gift. ~Experience flow~1. Put the whipped cream into a piping bag and prepare! 2. First, color the waffle 3. Squeeze the whipped cream into the container 4. Top with Japanese sweets 5. Coat the red beans with varnish and top them off! 6. Squeeze the whipped cream while decorating 7. Finish by applying varnish! 8. Finally, insert a memo clip and your parfait is complete. Cute parfaits are a very popular production experience. *The process is not as described above.

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• In Door Activity
• 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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• In Door Activity
• 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 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

ワンちゃん、ネコちゃんの器に絵付けをすることができます。 ワンちゃん、ネコちゃんが食べやすい、傾斜をつけた形の器です。 ワンちゃん、ネコちゃんのお名前や手描きのイラストで、世界で一つだけの器が完成します。 特製のパステルカラーの釉薬をご用意しています。 焼き上がりまで約1.5ヶ月程度掛かります。

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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

You can paint an original raccoon (approximately 20cm tall) from Ogoya with underglaze paint. Why not try making your own large raccoon figurine? It will take about 1.5 months to finish firing.

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• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

You can experience the tea ceremony experience in English. In addition, the share plan is a plan that you can experience with other customers. From an explanation of history and culture, a tea ceremony instructor will demonstrate the tea ceremony, and you will be able to drink traditional Japanese sweets and matcha, and finally you can experience making matcha yourself.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00

Let's experience calligraphy to prepare your mind and brain in the Tsurumi Ryokuchi area, which is easily accessible and full of greenery! Empty-handed OK!

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