Things to do in Kansai Page 9

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• Within 1 hour

We are Kyoto Gorgeous Kimono Rental. We offer a special experience of touring the Gion district in a kimono. You can rent a kimono at the store, have it put on and your hair done, and then tour tourist spots such as Gion, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Yasaka Shrine, and Hanamikoji.

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• Age 18～Age 80
• Within 1 hour

We are Kyoto Gorgeous Kimono Rental. We offer a special experience of touring the Gion district in a kimono. You can rent a kimono at the store, have it put on and your hair done, and then tour tourist spots such as Gion, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Yasaka Shrine, and Hanamikoji.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 07:00 / 08:00 / 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00

Katsuura was once a bustling town with tuna boats coming and going and a tourism boom in the Showa era. On this tour, you will walk with a local guide, tracing the town's story that has continued since the early Showa era. Why not visit the guide's favorite delicious restaurants and get a feel for the daily life we live in this town today through interactions with the locals? The charm of Katsuura can only be seen by touring with a guide. Through this trip, we will share the town's story and provide you with a special experience that will make you want to return.

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

Osaka no Jin ⚔ Pilgrimage to sacred places refers to the stages of battles such as the 1614 (Keicho 19) battle "Osaka Winter Jin" and the 1615 (Genna 1) restarted battle "Osaka Summer Jin" and other battles. It is to visit places connected to Osaka Castle as sacred places with “SAMURAI STYLE”. In addition, the term ``Japan's best soldier, who acted with great courage and speed'' in that battle was a name used to praise Sanada Nobushige (Yukimura), who was loyal to his lord, did not betray him even with money or territory, and was close to Tokugawa Ieyasu during the Summer Siege in Osaka. . Yukimura Sanada shined dazzlingly as a Sengoku military commander in the battle that concluded the Sengoku period. His vivid life still fascinates many people today, and let's make a pilgrimage to the sacred place of his glorious battle at Osaka, where he was praised as ``the greatest soldier in Japan.''

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

Osaka no Jin ⚔ Pilgrimage to sacred places refers to the stages of battles such as the 1614 (Keicho 19) battle "Osaka Winter Jin" and the 1615 (Genna 1) restarted battle "Osaka Summer Jin" and other battles. It is to visit places connected to Osaka Castle as sacred places with “SAMURAI STYLE”. In addition, the term ``Japan's best soldier, who acted with great courage and speed'' in that battle was a name used to praise Sanada Nobushige (Yukimura), who was loyal to his lord, did not betray him even with money or territory, and was close to Tokugawa Ieyasu during the Summer Siege in Osaka. . Yukimura Sanada shined dazzlingly as a Sengoku military commander in the battle that concluded the Sengoku period. His vivid life still fascinates many people today, and let's make a pilgrimage to the sacred place of his glorious battle at Osaka, where he was praised as ``the greatest soldier in Japan.''

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• Age 18～Age 80
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

One-of-a-kind antique kimono ¥5,000 includes kimono rental, hair set, bag, sandals and other small items rental! Wear a cool kimono with a Nagoya obi ☆ It's easy to come to the store empty-handed ♪ There are many kinds of kimonos to choose from, so it's going to be a really fun day ☆ A kimono rental shop right next to Fushimi Inari Taisha. ~ Flow of experience ~ ➀ Reception about 5 minutes Let's keep shoes and luggage and prepare to choose kimono lightly ♪ ② Kimono selection about 10 minutes Choose your favorite one from many kimonos ♪ ③ Dressing about 10 minutes Gentle dressing staff will quickly dress you so that you don't feel tired ④ Hair setting about 10 minutes Choose your favorite hairstyle from the catalog and make a makeover ♪ ⑤ Select accessories and pay about 5 minutes Choose your favorite bag and sandals and pay ⑥ Make a payment We will take a picture of the customer before departure ♪ Please take it home as a souvenir of the day ♪

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• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

Performed at the music studio from the side garden, part of the master brick detached Western-style building, one jazz song that was easily arranged by modulation. [Limited to 1-2 people for face-to-face one-on-one lessons] * Located on the west side of the teahouse <Tengachaya> started by the Meki family, a descendant of Masashige Kusunoki. *5 minute walk from Nishi-Tengachaya Station on the Nankai Shiomibashi Line *5 minute walk from Umenan 3-chome bus stop on the Osaka Municipal Bus *15 minute walk from Tengachaya Station on the Osaka Subway Sakaisuji Line

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• Age 4～Age 80
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours

climbing , bouldering "for those who are new to climbing is the experience course". " climbing Experience Course" includes climbing shoes, choke bags and other rental equipment necessary for climbing so do not worry.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 12:30 / 14:30

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 in a kimono tea ceremony. Wear a kimono and experience a tea ceremony in a tea room. While learning the spirit of tea ceremony, you will savor the depth of Japanese culture. You can spend an elegant time with Japanese sweets. There is also a plan where you can go out in a kimono after the tea ceremony experience. (Additional charge of 1,100 yen including tax) ~Experience process~ Arrival → Choose a kimono → Dressing and hair styling → Guidance to a Japanese-style room → History talk → Tea talk → Tea making → Japanese sweets and tea

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• Age 10～Age 65
• 3～4 hours

This is a course that can be enjoyed by both beginners and experienced climbers. The name of the falls means eight consecutive waterfalls and pools, and as the name suggests, there are eight waterfalls, starting from downstream: Uodome, Shoji, Karato, O-suribachi, Ko-suribachi, Byobu, Kibune, and Shichiben-gaeshi. You will climb the true core of the waterfalls, which cannot be seen from the hiking trail. This is not for beginners. You will be using your whole body to climb.

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• Age 3～Age 100
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• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

Waplus Nara is a 2-minute walk from JR Nara Station and a 10-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station. It is in a very convenient location. Come empty-handed ♪ We offer a special time to enjoy traditional Japanese beauty to your heart's content. Experience the traditional beauty of Japan through the tea ceremony. While learning the spirit of tea ceremony, you will also savor the depth of Japanese culture. You can spend an elegant time with Japanese sweets. ~Experience flow~ History talk → Tea talk → Tea making → Japanese sweets and tea

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• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 12:30 / 14:30

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. Experience the traditional beauty of Japan in a kimono tea ceremony. Souvenir included. Wear a kimono and experience tea ceremony in a tea room. While learning the spirit of tea ceremony, you will savor the depth of Japanese culture. You can spend an elegant time with Japanese sweets. There is also a plan where you can go out in a kimono after the tea ceremony experience. (Additional charge of 1,100 yen including tax) ~Experience process~ Arrival → Choose a kimono → Dressing and hair styling → Guidance to a Japanese-style room → History talk → Tea talk → Tea making → Japanese sweets and tea

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

Waplus Nara is a 2-minute walk from JR Nara Station and a 10-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station. It is in a very convenient location. Come empty-handed ♪ We offer a special time to enjoy traditional Japanese beauty to your heart's content. Experience the traditional beauty of Japan through the tea ceremony. While learning the spirit of tea ceremony, you will also savor the depth of Japanese culture. You can spend an elegant time with Japanese sweets. ~Experience process~ History talk → Tea talk → Tea making → Japanese sweets and tea *Souvenirs available

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• Age 12～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 14:00 / 17:00 / 20:00

Located near Shinsaibashi, Osaka! Experience the joy of making your own memorable, "special" jewelry with your own hands. This is a homely metal engraving workshop that can be enjoyed by yourself, as a couple, or with friends. We will kindly and carefully assist you in everything from casual experiences to the appeal of full-scale craftsmanship! Items that can be made include rings, ear cuffs, pierced earrings, necklace tops, charms, bangles, and more.

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• Age 11～Age 70
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

For the first time people who love the sea and surfing but do not know how to start it is the first plan to experience the fun of surfing. Wave mechanism, surfing rules and manners etc. While wandering while feeling the waves in the field with the nature as the sea take off! Sun the Association of Surfing certified trainers surfing maritime safety instructor is a small Number of participants will help you carefully enjoyable moments in the system.

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• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 18～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00 / 19:00

・Choose your destined coin from about 15,000 kinds of coins and create one ring and one pendant. ・Ring sizes range from -6 to 36. ・You will be attached to it because you do all the work yourself!!

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• Age 15～Age 100
• 3～4 hours

Craft Infinity opened in Sannomiya, Kobe. They have a lineup of dyeing experiences for crust leather sneakers! Dyeing shoes in your own color is fun because it allows you to create your own original items. Just thinking about what color to dye them in and how to dye which parts will stimulate your creativity. In addition, since the dyeing process is done by hand, the sense of accomplishment when you finish is great depending on how much time and effort you put in. Wearing shoes dyed in your favorite color allows you to feel self-expression and self-satisfaction. This is a recommended plan that even beginners can easily try. Leather sneakers dyed in your own color are one of a kind in the world♪☆ The experience time is about 3 to 4 hours, so even those who come from far away can feel free to try it. ☆ If you are worried about whether you can do it for the first time, please feel free to contact us.

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

In this plan, you will be asked to make a wedding ring. Clay-like sterling silver is crafted as if it were handmade, so you can easily make it even for the first time. After the regular course process, it takes about 30 minutes to polish and finish the ring with high quality.

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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 8～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

At "Kyoto Shippo Hiromi Art Higashiyama Store," you can experience making a piece of "Kyoto Shippo," a designated traditional craft of Kyoto. This plan involves carefully finishing a piece of work using a technique called "wired Shippo." Please choose one item of your choice from a pendant, strap, obi clasp, or brooch.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

At "Kyoto Shippo Hiromi Art Higashiyama Store," you can experience making a piece of "Kyoto Shippo," a designated traditional craft of Kyoto. This plan allows you to make one item of your choice from a pendant, strap, brooch, or obi clasp using a technique called "frit cloisonné." The experience takes less than two hours.

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• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

In this plan, you can choose your favorite from M course, tenugui (35cmx98cm), tapestry (45cm x 90cm), goodwill (45cm x 90cm), and the whole process of Japanese traditional craft "Rouketsu dyeing" "Drawing a picture" From dyeing to drying ”. No need for painting, even children are OK! !! A locust dyeing craftsman will carefully guide you. Choose from many sketches and combine them. Also, the original design is OK. Trace the sketch using a brush with wax, then put on boots, apron, and gloves and dye it yourself. After dyeing, remove the wax you drew and you're done. The part drawn with wax remains white as the original fabric without being dyed, and you can easily create simple and deep works dyed with wax, such as shades due to the thickness of the wax and crack patterns due to wax cracks. The work is completed in about 90 to 120 minutes and you can take it home on the day. ～ Flow of the day ～ ① There are many sketches available, so you can choose your favorite sketch from them. The original design is also OK ② Once the sketch is decided, trace the sketch using a brush with wax. Draw a rough sketch with the heated wax included in the brush. ③ Dye the cotton cloth with the sketch drawn with wax in the dye. Please enjoy the dyeing experience by yourself. ④ Soaping work: Put the dyed cotton cloth in a kettle with boiling water and remove only the wax from the cloth. ⑤ Wash the cotton cloth from which the wax has been removed, dehydrate it with a dehydrator, and then dry it. ⑥ You can take home the finished work on the day. Please take home your precious memories in Kyoto.

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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 10～Age 70
• 4～5 hours

★Feel the negative ions and natural shower all over your body while you go fall climbing, water slides, fall dives, swimming, Ultraman slides, and water showers! This is an otherworldly experience tour that takes place in the valley of one of Japan's 100 Best Waterfalls, where you can become one with nature. A sense of exhilaration and accomplishment. This is the most recommended activity this summer. Recommended for those who are not confident in their physical strength or who have other plans in the afternoon! ★During the tour, we will provide you with snacks such as Calorie Mate and sports drinks during breaks!

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• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 09:30 / 12:00 / 14:00

You can experience scuba diving at Omi Maiko The most visited swimming pool in Lake Biwa is Omi Maiko Swimming Pool The secret of its popularity is its high transparency! You can experience clean water that you can't think of as a lake. Bring your C card.

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• Age 6～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 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 7～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30 / 16:00

This is a Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki pottery experience at Heian Gyokuo Touen. It is held on the first floor of Hotel Emion Kyoto in Umekoji, Kyoto, and is open to families, friends, and couples. You will use an electric potter's wheel to experience turning the potter's wheel with a Gyokuo Kiln potter. The craftsmen at the Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki kilns will provide gentle and careful guidance. A declaration of traditional crafts throughout Japan! Let's Togei (pottery) with Heian Gyokuo Touen! Notice of price change: The prices of main raw materials have continued to rise, and we have taken various measures to maintain prices, but it has become difficult to maintain the current price system, so we have decided to revise our prices, although we are very reluctant to do so. We appreciate your understanding. [Price change details]・Pottery wheel experience ¥4,400⇒¥5,500・Hand-kneading experience ¥4,400⇒¥5,500・Painting experience ¥3,850⇒¥4,400・Date of change ⇒November 1, 2024*The new prices will apply to reservations made after November 1. (*However, customers who make reservations for November or later by October 31 will be charged the current price.)

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• Age 13～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

In this plan, we will tie small Mizuhiki strings and glue them to the nail tips. Even if you are a first-time customer, you can wear 2-3 or more strings on the day and go home. If you make only Mizuhiki strings and glue them at home, you can make as many as you like within the time limit. Please make your own wonderful nail tips.

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• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

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

The only handmade ring in the world that you can take home on the same day you make it! At garden Himeji, we are offering a handmade ring experience. Since we work with professional craftsmen, even first-timers can create their own handmade rings with confidence. How about making memories to commemorate your trip? With this plan, you can make a platinum or 18k gold wedding ring! 35,000 yen per piece *Varies depending on the market price of metals. If the price changes, we will notify you in advance. (Additional charges must be paid on-site) *In the case of a stone engraving design, it will be kept for 2 to 3 weeks. ~Procedure of the experience~ ① Gathering and reception We will handcraft your jewelry in the calm and stylish space of a bridal jewelry specialty store ♪ ② Preparation First, you will choose the material (platinum/18k gold), width, and finish design. ③Experience A craftsman will wax the bullion cut to the customer's size on the spot. Adjust the size by tapping the soldered ring. Once you have adjusted the size, use a file to adjust the shape and make it comfortable to wear! It's a happy time we can create while thinking about each other. ④ Termination/Dissolution Your one-of-a-kind wedding ring is now complete! We can take it home on the day or make it according to your budget, so please feel free to contact us!

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• Age 3～Age 60
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 09:45 / 10:00 / 10:15 / 10:30 / 10:45 / 11:00 / 11:15 / 11:30 / 11:45 / 12:00 / 12:15 / 12:30 / 12:45 / 13:00 / 13:15 / 13:30 / 13:45 / 14:00 / 14:15 / 14:30 / 14:45 / 15:00 / 15:15 / 15:30 / 15:45 / 16:00 / 16:15 / 16:30

You can experience traditional Japanese culture at "Kyoto Tower" near Kyoto Station. At [Akaneya Kyoto Tower Sand Store], which is the most accessible, you can experience various traditional crafts from small children to grandpas and grandmas. Take on the challenge of "Kiyomizu ware (mug / teacup) painting experience", which is rare in many stores. How about making memories of your trip?

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