【Activities in Winter】 Things to do in Kansai Page 15

• 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.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 80
• 1 Day or more

This plan allows you to rent a stylish and cute electric assisted bicycle for a full day. Our bicycles are easy to ride even for women and cycling beginners, and they start moving with just a little pedaling and are maneuverable, so you can ride more comfortably than other bicycles! (A shop that is extremely friendly to cycling beginners) ・Our bicycles come standard with drink holders and saddle cushions. ・We provide thorough support to beginners! We will carefully explain how to operate the bicycle and how to ride it. If you wish, we will also provide a simple lesson at a nearby park. ・We will accept consultations about problems during rental by phone or message app. ・You can leave your luggage at the store free of charge. ・Our store is registered as a cycle support station, so you can use the changing rooms and toilets. ・In addition to tourist information in the area, we will also introduce recommended cycling routes. Please feel free to use our store even if it is your first cycling challenge! ♬

• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

This is a guided cycling tour around the area around Omi Ohashi Bridge and Seta River. A local guide will show you the sights that can only be seen by cycling. Please make your mind and body well by cycling around Lake Biwa. Rental bicycles and helmets are included. Please join us empty-handed. This course is centered around the flat and easy-to-ride areas in the southernmost part of Lake Biwa, and is enjoyable even for beginners. This tour is guided cycling, so you can easily experience a tour led by a cycling guide. We will introduce the attractive and slightly maniacal spots scattered around the course with explanations from the guide. Main stopover spots: Omi Ohashi Bridge, Sunshine Beach, Zeze Castle Ruins Park, Seta Karahashi Bridge, Takebe Taisha Shrine, Biwako Culture Park Morning session 9:00, afternoon session 13:00 Target age 12 years old and over (height 145 cm or more) Applications can be made from one person, but the tour will be conducted with two people or more. If there are less than two people, the tour will not be conducted. If the number of people in your reservation is less than two even after your reservation is confirmed, your reservation will be canceled and you will not be able to participate in the tour. Please note that your reservation may be canceled after it has been confirmed. If the tour is canceled (your reservation is canceled), your reservation will be canceled by 6:00 p.m. the day before.

• For Rainy Days

• 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.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• 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 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 casually. This plan includes a souvenir of a deer-shaped brush rest.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 13:30 / 15:30

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. Calligraphy experience that captures the beauty of Japan in characters + elegant instruction from a skilled calligrapher in kimono. Create your own unique art with the harmony of ink and brush. You can experience calligraphy casually. The experience will be done wearing a kimono.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• 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.

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• 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.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 8～Age 80
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Original colors made by cutting and assembling various glass plates. It is a plan to make stained glass on the windowsill. Choose your favorite glass plate with your own taste and shape the image. Even beginners will get a high quality work. How about a wedding gift, a birthday memory, or a gift for your family and friends as a memory of your trip?

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 8～Age 80
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Stained glass is a glass work that combines glass plates. Let's make a photo frame using this stained glass. The design is determined from the seven patterns, and the glass of the desired color is selected and arranged. With the support of the staff, you can work with confidence. Why don't you enjoy glasswork slowly for about 3 hours until completion?

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 13～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 14:00

Nozato Kaido, which once served as the gateway to Himeji, and Senba Town, which flourished on the Saigoku Kaido road that runs through Himeji Castle Town, still retain many traces of history and a charming atmosphere. You can easily ride an electric bicycle through narrow roads that are difficult to drive on and roads that are a little tiring to walk on. This is a 3-hour tour that will make you love Himeji even more before or after sightseeing at Himeji Castle. <Schedule AM example> 09:15 Meeting Greeting from the guide, e-bike specification explanation and practice 09:30 Cycling starts! The tour starts from the gateway to Himeji Castle Historical spots from old stories and townscapes that retain the atmosphere of the past Spots to see the spectacular view of Himeji Castle (There is no lunch break) (There are 2-3 places where you can take a toilet break) 12:30 Disbanding After the tour, please enjoy Himeji Station's specialty Eki Soba with an Eki Soba ticket! After the tour ends, you can rent a bicycle for free until 5:00 p.m. if you wish. Enjoy Himeji at your leisure! (Vehicles may be changed depending on reservation status) <Schedule PM Example> 13:45 Meet up Greetings from the guide, e-bike specifications explanation and practice 14:00 Cycling starts! The tour starts from the entrance to Himeji Castle Historical spots from old stories and townscapes that retain the atmosphere of the past Spots to see the magnificent view of Himeji Castle (There is no lunch break) (There are 2-3 places where you can take a toilet break) 17:00 Disband After disbanding, please enjoy Himeji Station's specialty eki soba with an eki soba ticket! (*) Guides and staff on the day will be available in Japanese and English. We are accustomed to dealing with inbound customers.

• Age 5～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 16:00

This plan is for people who are traveling to Japan. You can create a unique fragrance by choosing your favorite from 13 types of fragrances and blending them. After making the incense, you will offer the finished incense to Buddha and recite sutras. This plan allows you to not only make things, but also experience a little Buddhism. ~Experience flow~-Choose multiple fragrances from 13 types and blend them with the base powder-Add water and mix the powder-When it becomes a lump, stretch it on a board and cut it out with a cookie cutter-Offer the finished product to Buddha-Listen to sutras while drinking teaIt's not difficult even for small children, as it's like playing with clay.

• In Door Activity

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

You will make authentic Kyoto sweets under the guidance of craftsmen. Please make memorable memories in Kyoto forever.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 11:00 / 17:00

You can experience making mozzarella cheese (string cheese) in the red brick modern industrial heritage site. You can make it from scratch using fresh raw milk from a farm just a few steps from the store that morning. After the cheese-making experience, you can enjoy a meal made with ingredients from Awaji, and if you have children, you can also enjoy the "KIDS BASE" next door, which is equipped with a nursing room. All tools and ingredients are provided here, so there is no need to prepare or bring anything! You can eat the cheese you make on the spot or take it home! Please come and enjoy it with your children!

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• 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.

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

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

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days

• 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.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 13:00

Have fun learning about tea in a tea-producing area that has been around since the Heian period! You can enter the beautiful tea fields, take photos of yourself as a tea girl, tour the factory, and brew delicious tea in a teapot, all of which can be enjoyed by people of all ages. In May, July, and September, you can also choose to pick tea leaves as an option. You can take the tea leaves home with you, and children's costumes are also available for the popular tea girl experience! Parent-child participation is also recommended. You can access the area by renting a bicycle from JR Sasayamaguchi Station. It takes about 12 minutes to get there while admiring the beautiful tea fields.

• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

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

We also have baby sizes (one-piece type) and kids sizes. ♦You can come empty-handed ♦If you will be returning the kimono the day after renting, please be sure to let us know ♦The rental fee is displayed here until 9:00 p.m.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 15～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, classic patterns. With this plan, specialized staff will be in charge of dressing you. Please note that hair styling is not included in the plan price. (1,100 yen including tax) A feature of this plan is that you can return the kimono by 9 p.m.! You can play until late at night and come back! We can store your luggage while you are renting the kimono. * Regardless of what time you start the rental, you can always return the kimono by 9 p.m. (Next-day return service is also available. Please be sure to let us know in that case.) ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Kimono selection and obi selection 5 minutes ② Dressing 15 minutes ③ If you would like a hair style, hair style/hair accessory selection 15 minutes ④ Drawstring bag and sandals selection 10 minutes ⑤ Departure

• Date Spot
• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 15～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, classic patterns. With this plan, specialized staff will be in charge of dressing you. Please note that hair styling is not included in the plan price. (1,100 yen including tax) A feature of this plan is that you can return the kimono by 9 p.m.! You can play until late at night and come back! We can store your luggage while you are renting the kimono. * Regardless of what time you start the rental, you can always return the kimono by 9 p.m. (Next-day return service is also available. Please be sure to let us know in that case.) ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Kimono selection and obi selection 5 minutes ② Dressing 15 minutes ③ If you would like a hair style, hair style/hair accessory selection 15 minutes ④ Drawstring bag and sandals selection 10 minutes ⑤ Departure

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

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

Ladies Hakama Plan: Large sizes up to 4L are also available. You can choose from a variety of Hakama, with or without embroidery, dull colors, primary colors, etc. Why not enjoy your trip to Kyoto by wearing a Hakama?

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 90
• 3～4 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

Koyasan is a sacred place of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism founded by Kobo Daishi Kukai 1200 years ago. The entire area of Mt. Koya is called ``Kongobu-ji, the head temple.'' In particular, ``Okunoin'' and ``Danjo Garan'' are two of the most sacred places of worship. We will guide you through spots such as Danjo Garan, Okunoin, Koyasan Shichibenten, etc. in the style of a trainee monk. It is also recommended that you experience training in the same way as the former Shugenja, and visit the legends related to Kukai. This experience work is recommended for those who want to learn more about Koyasan. Half day and full day courses are available.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

Would you like to make your own chopsticks in a nostalgic space? For making memories of your trip to Kyoto, for a girls' night out, or as a gift for your loved ones... You can take the product you made home with you on the day.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 16～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

SUP is hand-made and you can enjoy it freely. For SUP experienced people. SUP board Rental It is a plan that can be done. (Instructor does not attach) Please enjoy SUP freely and freely. Rental What is included in the fee SUP board, paddle, leash, life jacket (Locker Or shower We are also complete Rental As it is not included in the price You will be charged separately if you use it)

• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 08:00 / 10:00

Sightseeing at Osaka Castle and tasting food at Karahori Shopping Street! This is a private walking tour around Osaka city's tourist spots. Whether you're a couple, family, or traveling alone, this private tour allows you to explore at your own pace. This plan allows you to fully experience Osaka's history, culture, and gourmet food in just three hours.

• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 100
• 5～6 hours
• 08:00 / 10:00

This private walking tour takes you around Osaka City's tourist attractions. Start the morning at Osaka Castle, then enjoy a kushikatsu hopping session in Shinsekai for lunch! Experience Osaka's major tourist attractions at your own pace, whether you're a couple, family, or solo traveler. Experience Osaka's history, culture, and flavors in just four hours. ~Experience Schedule~ 10:00 AM: Stroll around Osaka Castle. Meet in front of NHK Osaka Hall and visit Osaka Castle. Walk through Osaka Castle Park, climb the castle tower, and experience 400 years of history. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Eat kushikatsu in Shinsekai! From Osaka Castle, take the JR Loop Line to the Minami area. Head to the deep-spot of Shinsekai. Take photos in front of Tsutenkaku and enjoy kushikatsu! 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Move to Namba, take photos in front of the Water-Throwing Jizo and Glico sign, and enjoy a foodie stroll through Dotonbori!

• Age 2～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:00 / 10:00

This is a private walking tour around the tourist spots in Osaka city. Start in the morning at Osaka Castle, then have a skewered cutlet hopping session at Shinsekai for lunch! In the afternoon, take a break at a teahouse in Shitennoji before visiting Shitennoji. Take your time to see the major tourist spots in Osaka. Whether you are a couple, a family, or a single person, you can walk at your own pace because it is a private tour. This is a private plan to fully enjoy the history, culture, and flavors of Osaka in one day. ~Experience flow~10:00 Walk around Osaka Castle Meet in front of NHK Osaka Hall and visit Osaka Castle. Walk through Osaka Castle Park, climb the castle tower, and feel the 400-year history. 12:00 Compare skewered cutlets at Shinsekai! From Osaka Castle, take the JR Loop Line to the Minami area. Go skewered cutlets hopping session at the deep spot Shinsekai. 14:00 Tea time around Shitennoji Move from Shinsekai to Shitennoji through Tennoji Park. Take a tea break at a teahouse. 15:00 Visit Shitennoji TempleAfter taking a break, visit Shitennoji Temple. The central temple is a must-see. 16:00 DisbandThe tour ends with a visit to Shitennoji Temple. Thank you for participating. Please be careful and enjoy your next destination.

• Age 2～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 08:00 / 10:00

Sightseeing at Osaka Castle and tasting food at Karahori Shopping Street! This is a private tour around Osaka city's tourist spots. Whether you're a couple, family, or traveling alone, this private tour allows you to explore at your own pace. This plan allows you to fully experience Osaka's history, culture, and gourmet food in just six hours.

• For Groups