【For Groups】 Things to do in Shiga
Natural rich Shiga Prefecture, Lake Biwa and the mountains occupy a large portion of the province, activity and play, hands-on leisure, is a treasure trove of tourist attractions. Wake surfing and dinghy in the Lake Biwa, but you can enjoy such as Lake canoe, this addition to the museum as well, athletic, barbecue, factory tours and museum tour, experience the popular facilities and free available from children to adults There are many classes and courses that can be. In the glass studio of Nagahama, we introduce some of the courses to be able to experience the glasswork making. On this occasion, by all means, do not try to experience the "manufacturing" the whole family? In reservations, venue, content of courses, fees, please check each page from the link and the necessary belongings.
- Age 5~Age 70
- 2~3 hours
Transparent and beautiful Wed Quality and Wed The torii floating above is mysterious SUP experience tour aiming at the Hakuto Shrine! The best among Lake Biwa Wed Beautiful proud of quality Kosai so, Wed The vastness of the overwhelming Lake Biwa, while looking at the flat line, You can feel the majesty of nature. Enjoy the magnificent mountains and beautiful Lake Biwa! A photo shoot in front of the lake torii! The destination is the power spot that Lake Biwa is proud of! , It is also called Oku's Itsukushima because it has a large torii in the lake with a background of Okijima. The Omi is the oldest company, and as the company's name is known as a long-lived, long-lived god, It is also the "God of Guidance" for all work, including voyage safety, which is appropriate for SUP. Otorii is also said to be a mark of worship at a shrine. There are many places of interest in the precincts, so let's go back and visit!
優しくて イケメンのお兄さんばかりです☆ 景色も最高‼︎ 子供から大人まで楽しめます。 もちろん初めてでも 全然大丈夫です。 白鬚神社まで向かってる間にスイスイ進めるようになります。鳥居を潜りながらポーズ‼︎ 写真を撮ってもらえます。その後は自由時間だったのですが ボードの上でヨガをしたり ターンをしたり 三点倒立したり タンデムしたり ぜーんぶお兄さん達が親切に教えてくれます。 サンセットの時間のSUPだったのですが 空が青色からオレンジ色 ピンク色 夕焼け色とどんどん移り変わっていくのが見れました。めちゃめちゃ綺麗でした❤︎ 帰り道も 体力限界だったら言ってね!と気遣ってもらいながらスタート地点まで戻り 本当に琵琶湖アクティビティを満喫した2時間でした☆ 本当に楽しい時間をありがとうございました。 写真もたくさん撮って頂き ありがとうございました☆ また是非やりたいです‼︎
- Age 10~Age 70
- 1~2 hours
- 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00
You can enjoy and enjoy the sap comfortably at Kitako Sunny Beach, which is the most transparent and natural in Lake Biwa. There is no doubt that even those who are experiencing Sap for the first time will be able to spend safely and happily! In early spring, you can also go to see cherry blossoms at Kaizu Osaki, which has been selected as one of the 100 best cherry blossoms in Japan! After enjoying the sap, you can also enjoy camping and BBQ, and there are also metasequoia tree-lined roads and Hot spring to the Makino plateau that are not too much to say that Makino Town was famous all at once, and satisfied throughout the day It is an Activity spot that you can enjoy!
先日はお世話になりました。 今年初のサップを楽しみに、主人の実家に帰省しました。 お天気にも恵まれ、静かな湖畔でのサップは最高に楽しかったです。 インストラクターさんも熱心に指導していただきながらも、飽きないトークで、決して若くはない私達夫婦にはちょうど良い体験でした。 景色など、とても綺麗に撮影された画像をいただけたのも嬉しかったです。 ありがとうございました。 トレーニングして出直し、またお会いできる日を楽しみにしています。
- Age 3~Age 65
- 2~3 hours
- 09:30 / 13:00 / 16:00
A SUP tour to the great torii gate of Shirahige Shrine, a photogenic spot for Biwako. We offer an extraordinary experience as you ride on a SUP over the beautiful, clear waters of Lake Kita, heading towards the great torii gate of Shirahige Shrine. Take a commemorative photo in front of the great torii gate. The great torii gate towering over the lake is very impressive! The water of the lake is clear and clean along the way, so you may encounter fish and turtles. Of course, our staff will gently support you so that even those who are new to SUP can participate with peace of mind. (If you are afraid of water, we will not force you to stand or force you to do so.) You can freely and enjoyably ride the SUP. Couples, families, and friends can participate. Groups such as companies and sports clubs are also welcome! Please feel free to contact us.
- Age 6~Age 70
- Within 1 hour /1~2 hours
Welcome to cover! [Shiga / Lake Biwa] SUP rental plan! ⭐︎ Foreigners are welcome! !! We will take lessons in simple English (^^) ☆ SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) is a sport where you ride on a board that is larger and more stable than a normal surfboard and paddle to cruise the surface of the water. Why don't you relax and cruise Lake Biwa? * Available all year round. * Available from 1 person. * The price is for rental only. (No lessons are available.) * Parking lot available. * You can swim in Lake Biwa. * A separate facility usage fee of 550 yen [1100 yen from July to the end of August] is required. (Free parking, hot shower, changing room.) * Cover Yamaha Marina Biwako Please come to 5-2-2 Shimosakamoto, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, 5200105.
- Age 8~Age 50
- Within 1 hour /1~2 hours
Welcome to cover! [Shiga/Lake Biwa] Leisure pack (banana boat & wakeboard experience) This is a great plan where you can experience wakeboarding and banana boating on Lake Biwa. You can experience it from elementary school students. A jwba pro rider and a veteran instructor will carefully lecture according to your level! *Available all year round. *Available from 1 person. *Price includes rental fee. *Parking available. *You can swim in Lake Biwa. *Facility usage fee is 550 yen [1,100 yen is required from July to the end of August. Please acknowledge it beforehand. * cover 5-2-2 Shimosakamoto, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture 5200105
- Age 4~Age 80
- 1~2 hours
- 09:00 / 12:00 / 14:30
Would you like to kayak on Lake Biwa, the best lake in Japan? In this plan, you can visit the lake torii of Shirahige Shrine, the oldest shrine in Shiga Prefecture. This is a popular tour where you can fully experience the divine torii and the vast Lake Biwa★
最初のレクチャーが良かったので、6年生の子供と、老人の二人乗りのカヌーでしたが、なんなく鳥居へ行って帰ることが出来ました。 あっという間の120分でした。帰りに上陸してゆっくり湖畔を眺めることが出来たのが良かったです。また行きたいです。
- Age 7~Age 100
- 3~4 hours
- 09:30 / 11:30 / 13:30
``I want to have fun! I want to have lots of fun!'' If that's the case, then Kanzaki River Canyoning is the place for you! Nuts is passionate about "play". The reason why it is recommended for both beginners and experienced canyoning enthusiasts is that while enjoying the beautiful scenery of the Kanzaki River, each point on the route has been designed to be fun. We will do our best to make the tour exciting so that you will be glad you chose Nuts! ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━◆Target age/Participation qualifications Healthy people who are over 1st grade of elementary school, height 110cm or more, height difference Those who have the physical strength to walk on mountain trails *Elementary school students must be accompanied by a guardian ◆ Price: Adults and elementary school students 8,500 yen (tax included) ~ * Varies depending on the schedule ◆ Time required: Approximately 4 hours * Time spent on the river is approx. 2.5 hours ◆ Experience time 9:30-13:30 *Depending on the schedule in August, 11:30-15:30 and 13:30-17:30 are available ◆Meeting location Higashiomi City, Shiga Prefecture Outdoor Club Nuts Shiga Canyoning Base * There is a risk of traffic congestion on the expressways during the Obon period, so please leave with plenty of time to spare.《Experience Schedule》Outdoor Club Nuts Shiga Kanzakigawa Base Meeting/Reception (Meeting at 9:30/11:30/13:30)↓ Changing clothes & moving to the starting point by shuttle bus ↓ Canyoning tour (approx. 2.5 hours) ↓ Moving to the base (shuttle bus) ↓ Dismissing the site after changing clothes (9:30 course ends at 13:30 / 11:30 course ends at 15:30 / 13:30 course ends at 17:30) *The ending time may change depending on the tour situation on the day, such as the amount of water. *If the minimum number of participants is not met, we may ask you to change the schedule.
申し込んだものの、子どもより大人二人が普段全く体を動かしていないので、少し不安もありましたが、当日は参加者それぞれの年齢や体力、その時々のメンタルの様子を見て進めてくれたり、少し違う内容を提案してくださったりして、楽しく過ごすことができました。 ガイドのジロウさんとBimさんは明るく、優しく、また過保護にせず、良い塩梅で自然の怖さも子どもたちに体感してもらえたと思います。 ありがとうございました。
- Age 6~Age 70
- Within 1 hour /1~2 hours /2~3 hours
Welcome to cover! [Shiga / Lake Biwa] SUP experience plan! ⭐︎ Foreigners are welcome! !! We will take lessons in simple English (^^) ☆ SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) is a sport where you ride on a board that is larger and more stable than a normal surfboard and paddle to cruise the surface of the water. Why don't you relax and cruise Lake Biwa? Let's know the history of Akechi Mitsuhide with SUP (Stand Up Paddle) ♪! Visit the land "Biwako Otsu Castle Ruins" related to Akechi Mitsuhide, which is a hot topic in the 2020 NHK Taiga drama "Kirin ga Kuru"! After the siege of Mount Hiei, you can land on the site of Sakamoto Castle built by Akechi Mitsuhide on the shores of Lake Biwa at the foot of the mountain, and you can also see the statue of Mitsuhide! There is a torii gate "Sannou Torii" of Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine right next to it, and you can take a commemorative photo at the power spot ♪ Let's take a leisurely exploration of Lake Biwa while looking at the castle ruins map of Otsu! In addition, you can also go sightseeing from the land to Saikyoji Temple, Enryakuji Temple, Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine, etc., which was built by Prince Shotoku ♪ * You can use it all year round. * Available from 1 person. * The price includes the rental fee. * Equipped with parking lot. * You can swim in Lake Biwa. * A separate facility usage fee of 550 yen [1100 yen from July to the end of August] is required. (Free parking, hot shower, changing room.) * Cover Yamaha Marina Biwako Please come to 5-2-2 Shimosakamoto, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, 5200105.
初めてのSUP体験で、手軽に1時間からと思いましたが…楽しい過ぎて延長しました! 説明もわかりやすく、小学生の子ども達もチャレンジしやすかったです。 琵琶湖の景色の良さを、今までと違った目線で楽しめました! 大阪から日帰りでも行ける良い場所なので、また是非行きたいです。
- Age 10~Age 100
- 4~5 hours
★ negative ions and natural shower Fall while feeling the whole body Climbing& Water Slider & Fall dive & Swimming & Ultraman Slider & Water shower! It is a different dimension experience tour that takes place in the valley of "One hundred waterfalls in Japan" that can be united with nature. Feeling of exhilaration & a sense of accomplishment Activity It is ★ If you are not confident in your physical fitness, meeting time It is recommended for those coming from afar because it is late (half-day Course before the day gathering)
直前まで雨が降っていて心配でしたが、どうせずぶ濡れになるので雨さえも楽しむことにしました。 滝つぼに飛び込んだり、岩場を登ったりと、自然の中のアクティビティは普段できない体験でとても思い出に残りました。 ガイドさんたちのおかげで、怪我もなく最後まで楽しめました。 終盤には雨も止み、幻想的な霧の中の散策になって、参加して本当に良かったと思いました。 また機会があったら他のコースも参加させていただきたいと思います!
- Age 6~Age 100
- 4~5 hours
★ Fall Climbing feeling the negative ions and natural of the shower to the whole body and a waterslide & Fall Dive & swimming & water shower! Etc., are carried out in a valley of become a large natural To heck "Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls", is a different dimension experience tour. Exhilaration and sense of accomplishment is this summer push of activity ★ child is the tour to proceed to the child the center of the main character, perfect for summer of making memories of family. 2 generation, please enjoy three generations.
- Age 10~Age 100
- Over 6 hours on the day
★ Fall Climbing feeling the negative ions and natural of the shower to the whole body and a waterslide & Fall Dive & swimming & Ultraman slider & Water shower! Etc., are carried out in a valley of become a large natural To heck "Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls", is a different dimension experience tour. ★ a hot summer day, recommended for those who want to burst full of eyes! ★ use a rope and harness (safety belts), has become a full-fledged content to go also climbed waterfalls, such as looking up
普段では行けない滝を川の中から越えて行って非常に面白かったです。安全に楽しく体験させてもらってありがとうございました 次はレベルアップした白滝谷コースを申し込もうと思うので、よろしくお願いします!
- Age 10~Age 100
- Over 6 hours on the day
I wanted to try the rock climbing is the perfect tour for those opportunity was not until ... now. Equipment, we have prepared please come in "hot heart" one! A sense of accomplishment and exhilaration that does not taste indoors! ★ "I'm a beginner want to climb the outside rock! Recommended activities for those who say "! Outside rock debut! Ideal for those who aim to "de-mountain Girl," "Climbing women" ★ [is grade-up course of VER-1! ] ※ 8 May, snow season is excluded
- Age 10~Age 100
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 09:00
First time hiking (perfect for a mountain girl's debut! Automated course) 《Perfect for a mountain girl's debut! Ideal for first-time mountain hiking》I want to start mountain hiking, but when? Which mountain? This course is perfect for those who are new to mountain hiking and don't know where to go! We will select and guide you to courses according to the season of your application and your level. (Mountain Girl Recommended Course) [Target Mountain Areas] Kyoto Kitayama, Hira Mountain Range, Takashima Trail, Konan, Kosai, Hubei ★ Recommended Course: ``Jayagamine'' - A breathtaking view of Lake Biwa from the mountaintop in less than 2 hours! ! It takes about 60 minutes by JR train from Keihanshin to the meeting point, so you can easily participate by ECO even if you don't have a car.
初めての山登りに、ぴったりのコースを提案して下さり、どう歩くのがよいかなど、丁寧に教えて頂けたので良かったです。お天気も良く、気持ちのいい景色も見ることができて最高でした。写真もたくさん撮って頂き、素敵な思い出になりました。
- Age 10~Age 65
- 1~2 hours
- 17:00 / 18:15
Safely at dusk, you can do SUP Yoga while enjoying the sunset without being cool and sunburned! Let's take this opportunity to enjoy the best refreshment of the "unusual" wonderful experience of the midsummer sunset, which is realized because it is an open-air bath! Please enjoy the natural and attractive navigation that each teacher touches on the charm of Lake Biwa and harmonizes with nature! Anyway, Sunshine Beach, which is convenient to access, can have a BBQ empty-handed this year! Let's enjoy SUP every weekend with a really "easy" and "empty-handed" style!
- Age 8~Age 70
- 1~2 hours
- 19:30
On a cool, comfortable and quiet night, enjoy refreshing night yoga in a beautiful park while gazing at the night sky! Savasana, which you can enjoy in a time with as few things as possible to block or get in your way, is sure to be an experience you've never experienced before! Anyway, Sunshine Beach, which is convenient to access, can have a BBQ empty-handed this year! Let's enjoy SUP every weekend with a really "easy" and "empty-handed" style!
当日はお世話になりました。 去年に続き2回目の参加です。 外での夜ヨガは人目も気にならず 集中出来るので大好きです。 また芝生に横になり、夜空を眺めるのはロマンチックで素敵です。 また機会が有れば是非参加したいです。
- Age 8~Age 70
- 1~2 hours
- 10:00 / 15:00
Yoga Refresh x The comfort of the shade. In the shade of trees where everyone can be healed, and in a healing space where you can fully feel the nature, let's double the comfort while getting ready. Let the fresh air permeate your body with your teacher while feeling nature, the earth, and Lake Biwa in a wonderful location with an outstanding sense of openness.
- Age 8~Age 65
- 1~2 hours
- 10:00 / 11:30
The thrill of passing under the Omi Ohashi Bridge and the cruise that gets you close to Zeze Castle Park and enjoys the scenery from the Lake Biwa side will surely give you a taste of the new charm of Lake Biwa and the best "extraordinary" that is close to you. . Experience the joy of seeing the city and scenery from the side of Lake Biwa at walking speed, which you could not easily see even though it is so close, and the unique comfort of cruising slowly while feeling the comfortable shaking, sunlight, and wind. prize! Anyway, Sunshine Beach, which is convenient to access, can have a BBQ empty-handed this year! Let's enjoy SUP every weekend with a really "easy" and "empty-handed" style!
子供3人で挑戦させました。 初めてのSUP体験で始めは一番下の子が不安もあったようです。でも終わって帰ってくると、めちゃくちゃ楽しかった!またやりたいと話してくれました。 3人とも大満喫したようです。 スタッフの方にも大変お世話になり、本当に良い休日を過ごせました。今度は家族みんなで挑戦したいです。ありがとうございました!
- Age 10~Age 100
- 4~5 hours
★ Fall Climbing feeling the negative ions and natural of the shower to the whole body and a waterslide & Fall Dive & swimming & Ultraman slider & Water shower! Etc., are carried out in a valley of become a large natural To heck "Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls", is a different dimension experience tour. Exhilaration and sense of accomplishment is this summer push of activity ★ one and there is no self-confidence a little physical strength, recommended for "those who have the following schedule in the afternoon!" !
- Age 16~Age 70
- 3~4 hours
- 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00
Rental electric kickboard perfect for sightseeing in Omihachiman. You can rent for 3 hours, so you can travel freely to wherever you want to go, such as Yahatabori, which is also used as a filming location for movies, Lake West, where you can enjoy the changing seasons, and Azuchi, where you can feel the long history! Why not take your own route to find hidden spots that you can't reach by car?
- Age 10~Age 100
- Over 6 hours on the day
I wanted to try the rock climbing is the perfect tour for those opportunity did not until now. Equipment, we have prepared "hot heart" sense of accomplishment not taste in coming please indoor one and exhilaration! ★ "I'm a beginner want to climb the outside rock! It is a recommended activity for those who say "★ outside rock debut! Ideal for those who aim to "de-mountain Girl," "Climbing women"! From the top, waiting is Lake Biwa of superb view to under eyes ※ 8 May, snow season is excluded
- Age 10~Age 100
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 09:00
Zero Climbing Desk Rope Work Seminar ① Names and characteristics of tools and how to use them ② Basic rope knots ③ Top rope belay (securing) ④ Lead climbing belay ⑤ Second climbing belay ⑥ Self-belay (self-securing) ⑦ Basics of fulcrums How to make ⑧ Rappel setting ⑨ Rescue rope work, etc. We will teach you the basic rope work techniques essential for rock climbing step by step on your desk! ! ≪This is a desk rope work seminar≫★Rock climbing skills (rope work, moves, etc.) can be applied to mountain climbing, mountain climbing, and snowy mountains. It is a talisman for safe mountain climbing.
- Age 10~Age 100
- Over 6 hours on the day
The course, will be the contents of the "Experience Tour" rather than "training" format. If you got addicted to rock climbing, it is a tour of the subject. Unlike the ver-1, ver-2, the slopes, even slope becomes steeper, than ever advanced sense, stance also becomes finer, is some resistance plenty. Throughout the day, it is thoroughly opposed to training courses and rock From our experience the ver-1, ver-2 ※, please join us! ※ 8 May, snow season is excluded
- Age 6~Age 100
- Within 1 hour
- 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00
An introductory course that piles up pottery in a string form and creates a form of thought. You can make a wide variety of cups, teacups, figurines and anything you like. You can make it from 500g of soil (the guideline is for 1 bowl of rice bowl). The baking of the work takes about one month to one and a half months.
- Age 16~Age 70
- 1~2 hours
- 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 / 17:00
Rental electric kickboard perfect for sightseeing in Omihachiman. You can rent a short ride for one hour, so you can take a quick stroll while waiting at a popular cafe, or you can easily travel to a destination that is a little further away by walking! Of course, you can also enjoy visiting popular spots such as Yahatabori and Vories Architecture. Would you like to go find your own Omihachiman that you can't reach by car?
- Age 10~Age 80
- 1~2 hours
- 09:30 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:30 / 16:00
You can experience SUP while looking at cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn. The only sounds you hear when you are on Lake Biwa are the sounds of the water, the wind, and the chirping of waterfowl. Before and after the experience, you can eat lunch and BBQ, play in the pool (summer only), and spend a relaxing day. ◎There are clean locker rooms and shower rooms★Separated men's and women's private hot showers♪◎In the summer, you can play as much as you want in the outdoor pool anytime before or after the experience♪Of course, it's free! ◎ No additional charge! The pool, jacuzzi, powder space, lockers, shower rooms, terrace, water swings, and parking lot are all free and unlimited! !
サップ体験(๑╹ω╹๑ ) 京都から日帰りで、水も透明で 気持ちよかったです。 プールとジャグジーもあって 更衣室も綺麗でした(๑╹ω╹๑ ) また来年も遊びに来たいです。
- Age 5~Age 80
- 1~2 hours
- 09:30 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:30 / 16:00
Kayaking is the only place where you can play in the water with a different perspective than when swimming! It is a plan that allows a wide range of people to experience a lot of such extraordinary things with peace of mind. It doesn't matter if you are a complete beginner. Please be assured that the instructor will carefully support you. ◎There are clean locker rooms and shower rooms◎◎You can enjoy the facility's outdoor pool at any time before or after the experience (summer only)♪◎The experience fee includes facility usage fees, parking fees, etc., so no additional fees are required. !
梅雨時でしたので、天気が心配でしたが夏空みたいな天気で水もキレイやし波も穏やかでした。 担当のかたが、カヤックの乗り方や漕ぎ方も親切に教えて下さいました。 誘導も私達のペースに合わせてくれながら ゆっくり進んでくれたので、めちゃ安心できました〜。 実は結婚7周年記念日だったので、担当のかたが写真を撮って貰えたのが嬉しかったです! カヤック初心者には、南湖の深度が浅くて広さも丁度良いこちらのオーパルさんオススメです。 (北湖は深度が深くて凄い広いとの事)
- Age 6~Age 100
- Within 1 hour
- 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00
It is a very advantageous course that you can bake two works by hand. It comes with a pottery lecture, so you can try things that may be a little difficult with confidence. You can make a wide range of favorite things such as matching cups, couple bowls, figurines, etc. with your family. You can make it from 1 kg of soil (as a guide, two bowls). The work will be baked in about one to one and a half months.
ペットとお出掛けが基本スタイルの我が家にはペット同伴で体験できるのはとてもありがたいです。カフェの方も一緒に食事できて、おまけに近江牛のカレーめちゃくちゃ美味しかったので最高です! 陶芸体験は超初心者なので手びねりからさせて頂きました。やりながら教えていただくのではなく、最初に一気に流れの説明を聞き、あとは自分の好きな形に作れます。 とても分かり易い説明でしたし、分からないところは聞くと優しく教えていただけたので終始楽しく体験できました。 近かったら何度も行きたいと思いました。 今度はぜひ電動ろくろも体験したいです。
- Age 6~Age 100
- Within 1 hour
- 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00
Let's make a memorial of your favorite dog's handprint! Collaborate with the owner! I wonder if I can do my best to get the bills ~ The work will be baked in about one to one and a half months.
- Age 20~Age 60
- 4~5 hours
New menu for the popular canyoning! Beautiful swamp from the air! Let's enjoy a different viewpoint by stretching the rope as it is while falling in the cool air surrounded by the trees and sliding on the slide.
- Age 6~Age 100
- Within 1 hour
- 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00
The foundation of your favorite biscuit, which was served in a large hut We wish you 1 point, you can painting under paint. Paints you can use from six types. Let's put the picture in free pottery in your sense! The oven of the work will be after about one month to one and a half months.
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