Things to do in Kansai Page 9

• Age 8～
• 2～3 hours
• 11:30

After the calligraphy experience, a kaiseki lunch course will be served. There is also sake. (Drinks are charged separately.) Instagram: Kayo.shodo ~ Experience flow ~ 1. Calligraphy Explanations 2. Basic line and basic kanji practice 3. Practice your favorite kanji (you can choose from the examples provided. 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 stamp to finish the work. We will give you a hanging scroll for colored paper so that you can decorate your home immediately.

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• Age 12～
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:30 / 15:30

Enjoy the popular knob work at a craftsman's store! Knobwork is a technique that is also used for Maiko's flower hairpins. Kyoto You can enjoy a unique experience. Many TV interviews, total 10,000 people more It is a popular experience that participated. The clums are welcome because we will teach you carefully! You can choose from a variety of fabrics and parts to make your own original knob work or clip with corsage pin. Let's enjoy a relaxing time in the Hanale of the Kyomachiya built in the Taisho era.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 12:30 / 16:00

You can learn how to make okonomiyaki, the soul food of Osaka. Make and eat okonomiyaki while having an English conversation with an Osaka native! ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Preparations such as washing hands and wearing aprons, participants self-introduction 10 minutes ② Explanation of okonomiyaki, introduction of ingredients 10 minutes ③ Cooking 60 minutes ④ Exchange while eating 20 minutes ~

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• Age 7～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

This experience includes matcha tea and Japanese sweets. It will be held in a Japanese-style room in the Umeda area, which is very convenient for transportation. You will also learn the basic etiquette of tea ceremony, so even beginners can feel at ease. You will make your own matcha, so you can experience the real tea ceremony, unlike an experience where you only drink it. After the matcha and Japanese sweets, you can also experience sencha tea and enjoy sencha. The instructor will give a detailed explanation of the difference between matcha and sencha.

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

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

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• Age 0～Age 110
• 4～5 hours
• 09:00 / 09:30

The activity is a place of encounter. Enjoy a day with Monk Pierre, combining discovery, lecture and meditation, in a day of Zen culture that has shaped Japan. This is a rare opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful temples in Japan, Kosho-ji in Uji, with a private visit from an expert. Pierre is a permanent guest of Kosho-ji. Zen is an invitation. You are therefore Pierre's guest, but also Kosho-ji's. Monk Pierre, who has been a monk for 40 years, will guide you through the corridors and gardens that he knows so well, and will share with you the secrets of the tradition that continues through the generations. He will tell you the story of the temple and its founder, Zen Master Dogen, convey the subtle meaning of the architecture, and help you decipher its rich meaning. In front of the garden, you can get a glimpse of the meaning of the landscape and, above all, explore your own curiosity about nature through a contemplation of stones, trees, water and space. In the garden, which is worthy of meditation and wonder, you can also experience haiku and Zen koans. Or you can simply savour tea. At the oldest Buddhist temple in Japan, we invite you to a meditation session where you can honestly face yourself, which is usually only available to monks. Let's try the direct experience of Shikantaza on the platform. ~Experience flow~ 9:00 Start 10:00 Temple guide 10:40 Zazen experience 12:00 Meal (lunch box) 13:00 One of the favorite workshops: Haiku and Koan workshop, magic, and finally calligraphy... Disband (Pick up at the station)

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• Age 0～Age 110
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 09:30

This activity is a place of encounter. Enjoy a day with Monk Pierre, combining discovery, lecture and meditation, in a day of Zen culture that has shaped Japan. This is a rare opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful temples in Japan, Kosho-ji in Uji, with a private visit from an expert. Pierre is a permanent guest of Kosho-ji. Zen is an invitation. You are therefore Pierre's guest, but also Kosho-ji's. Monk Pierre, who has been a monk for 40 years, will guide you through the corridors and gardens that he knows so well, and will share with you the secrets of the tradition that continues through the ages. He will tell you the story of the temple and its founder, Zen Master Dogen, convey the subtle meaning of the architecture, and help you to decipher its rich meaning. In front of the garden, you can get a glimpse of the meaning of the landscape and, above all, explore your own curiosity about nature through a contemplation of stones, trees, water and space. In the garden, which is worthy of meditation and wonder, you can also experience haiku and Zen koans. Or you can simply savour a cup of tea. At Japan's oldest Buddhist temple, we invite you to a meditation session where you can honestly face yourself, which is usually only available to monks. Let's try the direct experience of Shikantaza on the platform. ~Experience flow~ 9:00 Start, temple guide 10:30 Zazen experience 10:40 Garden viewing, Buddhist history workshop 12:00 Meal (lunch box) 13:00 Choose three favorite workshops from the workshops: haiku and koan workshop, magic, and finally calligraphy... 16:00 Disband (Pick up at the station)

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• Age 12～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00

The twelve-layered ceremonial kimono is a traditional court attire worn by female members of the royal family at enthronement ceremonies and wedding ceremonies. At Miyabi Yuki, you can experience the imperial twelve-layered ceremonial kimono, and experience the gorgeous and elegant world of the imperial court! You can also enjoy the style of Princess Kaguya, the princess of the Tale of Genji! Would you like to make some special memories of Kyoto?

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• Age 7～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00

This is a special experience where you can enjoy the local dish "Kurawanka Gozen" and the traditional sweet "Kurawanka Mochi" in the historic post town of Hirakata. You will taste dishes made with seasonal ingredients that reflect the local climate and history, as well as traditional sweets with a long history. The meal will be tasted inside the Hirakatajuku Kagiya Museum, a nationally registered tangible cultural property. This special place flourished as a boat lodge during the Edo period and later as a ryokan (Japanese inn), and you can enjoy Japanese food culture and the spirit of hospitality while feeling the history and atmosphere.

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• Age 3～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 14:00

Why don't you make only one umeboshi in the world? You can easily make delicious original umeboshi! While learning about Nanko Ume, you can feel the joy of making it happily. You can make your own taste, so you can have more love than the pickled plums you bought. * You can take home about 270g of Nanko plums.

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• Age 20～Age 100
• 4～5 hours /5～6 hours
• 09:50

The Hyogo/Harima region is blessed with rich nature and is rich in ingredients made from beautiful water. This tour will include a tour of the production of "Ibonoito" hand-stretched somen, a specialty product unique to this region with a history of over 600 years, and a visit to "Oimatsu Sake Brewery", a sake brewery in Shiso, which is said to be the birthplace of Japanese sake. You can enjoy lunch and experience Japanese food culture at the dining room.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00

You can enjoy [HELLO KITTY SMILE Admission Plan] [Otohime Ryugu Castle] [Smile Show & Greeting] [Event Area]. * Re-entry is possible only on the day. * A separate payment is required when using the restaurant. © 2022 SANRIO CO., LTD. APPROVAL NO. L630393

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• For Groups
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• Age 3～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 15:00

Why don't you make delicious plum juice with your family, friends and loved ones very easily? Even if you miss June, when the plums are harvested, you can make them all year round because frozen plums are used at the Umejikan! Ume Meister teaches while explaining in an easy-to-understand manner, so even the first time you can easily complete it! You can also listen to fun stories about plums ♪ * You can drink the plum juice made from the experience 10 days later. You can make two bottles of about 110 ml of plum juice and take them home.

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• Age 5～Age 99
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00

Why do not you experience vegetable harvesting in an organic farm in a peaceful place about 30 minutes by car from Himeji Castle? Professionals who are familiar with the path will tell you a lot about organic farming. After harvesting, you will have fresh, safe and delicious vegetables, cooked next to the field and served for lunch. The contents of the dish On the day It depends on the vegetables that can be harvested. ~On the day Flow-Meet at Himeji Castle or Himeji Station and send it to the field 25 minutes About harvesting and vegetables in the field Explanations 10 minutes Harvest experience 20 minutes Cooking with harvested vegetables 30 minutes Eating what you cook 40 minutes Sending from the field to Himeji Station or Himeji Castle 25 minutes

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• Age 4～
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:30 / 13:00 / 15:00

1 Sun We are conducting writing team experience classes. You can decorate it as a set piece that you can remember things about the trip even if you return home. Sun It is also possible to take pictures with kendo wear and bamboo sword as body form.

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 16:00

Calligraphy is a traditional monochrome art that weaves in black and white. Why don't you enjoy the calmness of the mind similar to zazen through the calligraphy experience at Kyomachiya?

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 17:10

Nara, Nara Prefecture "Harau Hula O Karanikai" is a classroom to learn the beautiful Hawaiian hula fun. From children to adults, people of all ages have passed through. Because I accept the classroom experience, why not feel free to join?

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 19:00

Nara, Nara Prefecture "Harau Hula O Karanikai" is a classroom to learn the beautiful Hawaiian hula fun. From children to adults, people of all ages have passed through. Because I accept the classroom experience, why not feel free to join?

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 19:00

Nara, Nara Prefecture "Harau Hula O Karanikai" is a classroom to learn the beautiful Hawaiian hula fun. From children to adults, people of all ages have passed through. Because I accept the classroom experience, why not feel free to join?

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• Age 5～Age 75
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours

Transform your body and mind into a samurai/ninja! ! Beginners are welcome. A fun sword fighting experience You can experience everything from the basics of how to use a sword to battle scenes. <Flow of the experience> 1. Bow 2. Explanation of the sword 3. Change into kimono 4. Practice basic sword fighting styles and movements 5. Practice fighting 6. Photographing the fighting scene 7. If you would like a commemorative photo, please let us know. Please feel free to contact us. We will respond flexibly.

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Description and factory tour of the tile, is a plan that can actually look at the craftsmanship up close at the factory.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day

The Machiishimichi pilgrimage route to Mount Koya is registered as a World Heritage Site along with the Santiago de Compostela pilgrimage route in Spain. A total of 180 signposts are placed every cho (approximately 109 meters) from Jison-in Temple to the Great Pagoda of Mount Koya. Take on the challenge of trekking along the approximately 20km-long Machiishimichi route with a guide over the course of a day! Why not walk along an ancient pilgrimage route with fantastical scenery? ~Tour itinerary (example)~ ■Reception■Machiishimichi Walk (guided by guide) Course 1) World Heritage Site Jison-in Temple - World Heritage Site Mount Koya's Daimon Gate (7-8 hours) Course 2) World Heritage Site Mount Koya's Daimon Gate - World Heritage Site Jison-in Temple (7-8 hours) *Please select your desired course when making your reservation. ■End of experience

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• Age 12～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 18:00

Enjoy Kyoto kaiseki cuisine in a private room at a Japanese restaurant in Gion Hanamikoji, watch a maiko perform Kyoto dance, experience a tatami room play with a maiko, freedom to take photos, VIP private room plan, and a small group course. (Only one group can apply per day, and applications can be made for groups of 2 to 8 people) There will be 2 people.・Kyoto Kaiseki cuisine (including alcohol, free drinks) ・Maiko's Kyoto dance ・Talk with the maiko ・Ozashiki play experience with the maiko (Konpira boats, toratora, and bears appeared) ・Two-shot shoot with the maiko, group photo from 6:00 p.m. 2 hours (excluding Sundays and holidays) ◆ Plan Itinerary example ◆ 17:55 Go to the Japanese restaurant "Hanago" or "Kenkon" on Gion Hanamikoji Street. Start at 18:00 Meal Enjoy seasonal Kyoto kaiseki cuisine. All drinks are free, including alcohol. 18:30 Chat with Maiko, experience playing in a tatami room, taking photos ・Experience playing in a tatami room with charming maikos such as ``Konpira Funen'' and ``Tora Tora,'' a rock-paper-scissors game born from Joruri. I'll have it. If there are a large number of participants, you can experience ``The Bear Appeared'' as a group. It's difficult to beat a maiko. Enjoy taking commemorative photos with the maiko. You can also take videos and photos of maiko performances and ozashiki play. Don't forget to take a photo with the maiko. Ends at 20:00 It will take approximately 2 hours.

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• Age 12～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 13:00

Lunch at a restaurant on Hanamikoji Street in Gion, watching a Kyoto dance performance by a maiko, playing in a tatami room with a maiko, free photography, a private room VIP plan, and a small group course. (Only one group per day can apply, please apply for groups of 2 to 8 people) There will be two maikos.・Lunch meal ・Watching maiko's Kyoto dance ・Talk with the maiko ・Ozashiki experience with maiko (Konpira Funen, Toratora, etc.) ・Take 2 shots with the maiko, free photo shoot, free video shoot 2 hours from 13:00 (Sunday・(Excluding public holidays) - Flow of the experience - 13:00 A banquet begins at a Japanese restaurant on Hanamikoji Street in Gion.A colorful Kyoto kaiseki lunch course will be prepared. Drinks (including alcohol) are free. Please enjoy the banquet with drinks provided by the cute maiko. Maiko Kyo-mai ~ An elegant dance performed by maiko in beautiful costumes. The dance performance is scheduled to include two songs, including "Gion Kouta." Please enjoy playing in the tatami room and chatting. ~ You can experience ozashiki games with charming maiko, such as ``Konpira Funans'' and ``Tora Tora,'' a rock-paper-scissors game born from Joruri. Ends at 15:00 - Disbands at the restaurant.

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• Age 12～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 13:30 / 15:00

At an elegant teahouse in Kyoto, you can watch a Kyoto dance performed by a maiko and enjoy a tatami room experience. Since it is reserved for couples and groups, we offer a maiko play experience in a private space. You can take your time and talk about things you wanted to know about maiko. Of course, you can take photos and videos, and one drink is included. (Only 2 applications are accepted per day, please apply in groups of 2 to 6 people) ~ Experience process ~ 13:25 Go to a tea house in Gion Higashi ~ Meet in front of Yasaka Shrine. The staff will take you to a tea shop. 13:30 Kyoto dance performance - An elegant dance performed by maiko in beautiful costumes. The dance performance is scheduled to include two songs, including "Gion Kouta." You can also shoot videos. Please enjoy chatting with the maiko and taking photos as well as talking with them. Ozashiki play experience - You can experience ozashiki play with Maiko, such as ``Konpira Funen'' and ``Tora Tora,'' a rock-paper-scissors game born from Joruri. 14:30 Experience ends

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• Age 7～Age 85
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00

A special experience of tasting food served to samurai during the Edo period in a nationally registered tangible cultural property. The meal will be savored in the large hall of the Hirakatajuku Kagiya Museum, a nationally registered tangible cultural property. This special experience involves renting out the entire venue, which flourished as a boat lodge during the Edo period and as a ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) in modern times, and tasting a meal that would have been served to samurai. You can enjoy the historical atmosphere of a post town that makes you feel as if you have traveled back in time, as well as the atmosphere of good old Japan.

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• Age 16～Age 85
• 4～5 hours
• 10:00

A new experience where you can fully enjoy the traditional beauty of Japan awaits you in Hirakata City, Osaka Prefecture. Hirakata City is located halfway between Kyoto and Osaka and is easily accessible, but it is also a post town with its own unique charm. Here, you can have the fascinating experience of "transforming into a kimono in 3 minutes." The area is dotted with historical roads that have been in existence for over 400 years, temples and shrines, and Japanese traditions and aesthetic sense are alive and well. Walk around in a kimono and enjoy lunch and sweets at a townhouse cafe. You can take wonderful photos that are perfect for social media while enjoying Japanese culture.

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• Age 7～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 13:00

This program offers an opportunity to experience Japanese history, culture, and art in depth. You will experience a traditional Japanese culture workshop in a large hall that is a nationally registered tangible cultural property in a historic post town. In the process of creating a work of art with your own hands using traditional techniques and materials, you will come into contact with Japanese aesthetic sense and the spirit of crafts. Enjoy a special time experiencing traditional Japanese culture and savoring the joy of handmade items. (Japanese kite making, reed brush making, matcha experience, Japanese binding, tsumami zaiku, mizuhiki zaiku, etc.)

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• Age 6～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30

[Kiyoshikojin Seichoji Temple] Since ancient times, fire, which is indispensable for people's lives, has been revered as a sacred thing that purifies all things. The furnace (kitchen), which handles fire, is the center of the home and company. Kojin faith brings benefits such as family safety, business prosperity, and good luck in warding off evil. Why don't you visit Kiyoshikojin Seichoji Temple at least once in your life?

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• Age 18～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

[Dressing in a yukata and calligraphy art experience in Uji, Kyoto] A collaboration of Japanese experiences, yukata and calligraphy art, why not try this valuable experience of touching Japanese culture! You can choose three yukatas (yukata, obi, geta) on the day, and a professional will dress you in the yukata and do your hair and makeup. All yukatas you choose will be given as a gift! You can take them home, so why not wear a yukata and stroll around Kyoto and Uji ( ?˙ ᴗ˙?) You will experience calligraphy, a Japanese culture, as a set with dressing in a yukata. The instructor is a master and will carefully teach beginners from the basics! Practice your favorite characters, write them on colored paper, and arrange them with Japanese patterns and pressed flowers! Why not create your own original work with a unique arrangement? I think it will be a very valuable work that is uniquely Japanese!

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