【In December】 Things to do in Koushinetsu Page 9

• Age 10～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 14:00

A mountain bike goes around West Lake, It is the most mysterious lake in Fuji Five Lakes! Saiko surrounded by rugged lava It leaves a strong trace of the eruption of Mt. Fuji about 1,200 Year ago. As you proceed through the mystery of all universes, You can feel that you are part of nature. If you have a guide for the first sports bike, you are safe! Since the height difference on the lakeside road is small, Recommended for those who are not confident in their physical fitness.

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 200
• Within 1 hour
• 07:00 / 08:00 / 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

This experience is not only about drawing calligraphy but also study history of Japanese. Calligraphy expresses a person's personality and gives a good insight into that person's way of life.It touches the heart and somehow, clears the mind.I'll begin our session with an introduction to calligraphy and teach you how to write.After that, you will write your art by yourself. The session include the following activities 1.Introduction 2.Demonstration 3.Hands-on Experience It's better to preparing if you have. 1. Black ink 2. Inkstone or black ink pot 3. Calligraphy blash 4. Paper You may enjoy the class even if you don't have them, but you will more enjoy if you preparing them. You can buy the items any online store. This experience is NOT same as offline-experience. This class is biginner's.

• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 200
• Within 1 hour
• 07:00 / 08:00 / 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00 / 19:00

The tea ceremony is not only about drinking matcha and eating sweets-there are more important pieces that I will teach you. I will begin by giving an introduction about matcha and tea ceremony.Then I will give a demonstration by performing the steps.After that, I will teach you how to make matcha tea. Lastly we will Q&A to cover anything the class. The session include the following activities 1. Introduce by myself (I will sharing some of my pictures) 2. Please introduce by yourself 3. Health benefits of matcha 4. Lecture of tea ceremony 5. Performance (please silence 10minutes) 6. I will teach you how to make delicious matcha. (If you have some tea utensils, please prepare before the class.Even if you don't have, no worries! You can enjoy the class!!! Just learn how to make delicious matcha. ① matcha ② tea whisk ③ bamboo tea spoon ④ tea bowl ⑤ hot water 6. Question/ Other This experience is NOT same as offline-experience. This class is biginner's.

• For Groups

• Age 20～
• 2～3 hours

TIPSY PASS is Events, where you can enjoy eating and drinking while setting up the old town area in Niigata where history and culture breathe. Use this pass to spend a pleasant time at Niigata City's “Furumachi” area, a traditional Japanese restaurant and tavern in the “Old Town”. ① Purchase Ticket book Please purchase Ticket book at Furumachi Hanai Community Information. You can share it with others. ② Find the restaurant you want to go to Please select the store you want to visit from 27 participating restaurants. ③ Enjoy eating and drinking In exchange for Ticket, a set of food and drink prepared for TIPSY PASS will be provided. You can also order Other for an additional fee.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 13:00

Why not add an exquisite cooking experience to your travel memories? At the "Sukiyaki Hoto" experience offered at Lake Kawaguchi, you can make a luxurious dish using the finest beef and vegetables. The appeal of Sukiyaki Hoto-style Udon / This is a luxurious local dish of authentic sukiyaki, where carefully selected beef and nutritious vegetables are simmered in a special sauce and enjoyed with homemade hoto-style udon. POINTS ① Uses the finest beef ② Simmered in a special sauce ③ Contains plenty of nutritious vegetables ④ Homemade hoto-style udon ⑤ Authentic sukiyaki experience - What to expect on the day - ① Check-in ② Introduction to hoto, cooking explanation, changing clothes, washing hands (5 minutes) ③ Hand-made hoto experience (stretching the dough) (15 minutes) ④ Making seafood hoto (adding miso soup and ingredients and simmering) (10 minutes) ⑤ Tasting (30 minutes)

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

A Sun around Yatsugatake with high end road bike and cross bike. Please come by hand. I will support a cycling trip.

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 80
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 14:00

"What should I do when I have come to Mt. Fuji?" If you like that, please apply for this tour! A local guide will invite you to a course that will satisfy your heart ♪ Now, let's start the mystery tour! Please feel free to contact the guide for any requests or questions. We invite you to the perfect tour!

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Shosenkyo Sawarabi It is a restaurant of hot to beat experience, soba hit experience, slap hit experience and authentic charcoal grilled food.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Shosenkyo Sawarabi It is a restaurant of hot to beat experience, soba hit experience, slap hit experience and authentic charcoal grilled food.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Shosenkyo Sawarabi It is a restaurant of hot to beat experience, soba hit experience, slap hit experience and authentic charcoal grilled food.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Shosenkyo Sawarabi It is a restaurant of hot to beat experience, soba hit experience, slap hit experience and authentic charcoal grilled food.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Nagano Located in Kijima Hiramura, in the northern part of the prefecture, at the “Yumeya Glass Studio”, you can experience the production of original accessories using tonbo jade while being surrounded by seasonal nature. You can make one of your favorite items such as straps, necklaces, bracelets, and hair elastics.

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Tokai Nature Trail is a long distance nature trail over to Tokyo and 10 prefectures from Tokyo to Osaka. Explore the part of the Yamanashi Prefecture course of them. It is a nature trail where you can feel the history, culture and nature. Has been developed nature trail in the Forest, you can intends Ajiwa the lava unique rugged feeling. Nature guide us to answer to various questions.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

It is a mountain climbing course that walks through the hills made of the Jukai, which is a forest created by volcanoes, and the uplift of the seabed. Koyodai can enjoy the scenery of the surroundings with Mt. Fuji in the background, and you can see the superb view selected as the Fuji Hakkei. From the observation platform at Sankodai, you can enjoy magnificent panoramic views, overlooking Mt Fuji, Aokigahara Jukai, and three lakes. Start the ice hole and follow the mountain path in Jukai to Sankodai at the goal.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

Tokai Nature Trail is a long distance nature trail over to Tokyo and 10 prefectures from Tokyo to Osaka. Explore the part of the Yamanashi Prefecture course of them. It is a nature trail where you can feel the history, culture and nature. Has been developed nature trail in the Forest, you can intends Ajiwa the lava unique rugged feeling. Nature guide us to answer to various questions.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 1～Age 85
• 2～3 hours

A combination plan of about 30 minutes of tea ceremony and up to 2 hours of kimono experience! A special experience of tea ceremony in a Japanese-style room while wearing a kimono! Conveniently located in front of the station! Support is available in Japanese or English. You can enjoy photo panels of Mt. Fuji and take photos in the Japanese-style room.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 1～Age 85
• 1～2 hours

You can rent a kimono for up to 5 hours, so you can enjoy a walk around Kawaguchiko Station! Choose your favorite kimono from the many kimonos and yukatas available. You can also enjoy taking photos in the Japanese-style room and at the photo panels of Mt. Fuji.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 1～Age 85
• 2～3 hours

You can rent a kimono for up to 3 hours, so you can enjoy a walk around Kawaguchiko Station! Choose your favorite kimono from the many available. You can also take photos in the Japanese-style room and at the photo panels of Mt. Fuji.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

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

This plan allows you to walk around the town freely wearing a kimono or yukata. This page is for those applying alone. There is a discount plan for two or more people. Please apply from there. The Katakai Fireworks Festival will be open for special business on August 2nd and 3rd, and September 9th and 10th. For details, search for "Kimono Rental Mayu" on SNS. You can walk around Niigata Furumachi in a kimono, and there are shrines, temples, historical buildings, and Japanese gardens nearby. You can participate alone. We will provide kimonos from October to May, and yukatas from June to September. We have over 70 kimonos for women and over 80 yukatas for women. We have basic navy blue, gray, and dark brown kimonos for men, in S, M, L, and LL sizes. We also have basic colors for men's yukatas.

• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 17:00 / 17:30 / 18:00 / 18:30

It is a meal plan at a long-established restaurant in Little Kyoto "Kamo" in Hokuetsu ♪ <Kiyountei Yamashige> Founded 180 years ago. The shop name "Yamaju" is derived from the fact that the first generation was called "Kamiyama no Shigebei" and was popular. At the time of its founding, it ran a bathhouse called "Yuya Chojuyu," which was a popular place to soak in hot water, eat leisurely, and drink alcohol. In the Taisho era, I also worked on Western food. Since then, it has been operating as a Japanese restaurant. In 1959 and 20th year, the imperial family visited us. You can spend a comfortable space with a pure Japanese-style space and the cuisine and hospitality unique to a long-established restaurant. It was published in the 2020 Michelin Guide Niigata. Fall 2021 The building was certified as a national registered tangible cultural property.

• For Groups

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

This plan allows you to walk around the town freely wearing a kimono or yukata. You can walk around Niigata Furumachi in a kimono, and there are shrines, temples, historical buildings, and Japanese gardens nearby. You can participate with friends or as a couple. Kimonos will be provided from October to May, and yukatas will be provided from June to September. There are more than 60 kimonos for women and more than 50 yukatas for women. For men, we have basic navy blue, gray, and dark brown kimonos in S, M, L, and LL sizes. Men's yukatas are also available in basic colors. We will be open for special business on August 2nd and 3rd, and September 9th and 10th for the Katakai Fireworks Festival. Thank you for your understanding. For more information, please search for "Rental Kimono Shop Mayu" on Instagram, X, and Facebook.

• Age 15～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 12:00

What is Dohchoo? Kimono DochuYou may have heard the term "Oiran Dohchoo." Dohchoo means "parade." Wear a gorgeous kimono and take part in a parade around Tokyo or at the foot of Mount Fuji. Wear a high-class kimono and join a procession at Fujiyoshida Retro Shopping Street or in Tokyo.What is Dohchoo? You may have heard the term "Oiran Dohchoo." Dohchoo means a parade. Wear a gorgeous kimono and take part in a parade around Tokyo or at the foot of Mount Fuji. Wear a high-class kimono and join a procession at Fujiyoshida Retro Shopping Street or in Tokyo.

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• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 5～Age 80
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 07:30

A tour of popular spots in one day! Tokyo hotel → Lake Yamanaka Hirano Beach → Oshino Hakkai → Lawson convenience store → Kawaguchiko Oishi Park → Hikawa Watch Shop and Golden Torii → Mt. Fuji Park → Hotel

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• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 80
• 5～6 hours
• 09:10

Mount Rakanji is one of the 100 famous mountains in Yamanashi Prefecture, and is located on the right bank of Shosenkyo Gorge, boasting the most beautiful valley in Japan, with an altitude of 1,058 meters. It is a collective name for three peaks including Mount Yasaburo. The well-maintained mountain trail is easy to climb even for beginners, and from the summit you can see a spectacular view of Mount Fuji, the Southern Alps, Mount Kayagatake, and Mount Okuchichibu. After the climb, you can also enjoy Japan's famous scenic spot, "Shosenkyo Gorge" ♪ [Set date] All days Requests accepted [Meeting place] If you go to the meeting place by train ▶ 9:10 JR Kofu Station ticket gate If you go to the meeting place by car ▶ 9:40 Tenjinmori parking lot *Details about the meeting place will be provided after you apply for the tour. [Itinerary] = Example of good conditions on the day = Trailhead (around 10:00) ... Shirasunayama ... Mount Yasaburo ... Mount Rakanji ... (Ropeway / additional 800 yen per person, paid in cash on the day) ... Shosenkyo (end of tour) *This may change depending on the condition of the mountain trail. *The view of the surrounding mountains may vary depending on the weather. Please be aware of this in advance. *The ropeway may be suspended due to weather conditions. *The itinerary may change depending on the conditions on the day. *Please refer to the estimated time required for the return time. (This may vary depending on walking speed.) *Transportation costs from the meeting point to the trailhead are not included in the tour price. *The tour start and end points are different. The cost of returning from the tour end point to the meeting point is not included in the tour price. After enjoying sightseeing in the area, please return to the meeting point on your own by walking or by bus. [Information] Time required: Approximately 6 hours Elevation difference: Approximately 580m Level: ★ (Beginner) Note) All of the above are estimates.

• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours /3～4 hours /4～5 hours /5～6 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

Speaking of Lake Yamanaka, winter "smelt fishing"! Smelt fishing while looking up at the magnificent view of Mt. Fuji is exceptional. You can enjoy it every year from mid-September to around April. From February to March, you can catch the most delicious smelt because it is incubating and greasy ♪ There is no need to worry about contact with others at the chartered dome. You can use it as a group with confidence. * Currently, due to the influence of the new coronavirus, it has been decided that the business will be open from 7:00 to 14:00. Thank you for your understanding.・ Please wear a mask and fill in the boarding list. Due to the influence of coronavirus, cooking in the break room is currently suspended. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

☆Castle Town Okoto Experience☆The princess of Matsumoto Castle may have played the koto...Let's experience the koto, a traditional Japanese musical instrument! After taking koto lessons, you will be able to play the Japanese traditional song "Sakura Sakura"♪

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

☆ Shiromachi Okoto Experience ☆ The princess of Matsumoto Castle may have played the koto...Experience the tones of traditional Japanese instruments such as the koto, shakuhachi, and sangen (shamisen) up close. Let's go ♪ "Shiromachi Okoto Experience" live This is a live performance of Japanese musical instruments provided by the long-established store specializing in Japanese musical instruments in Matsumoto City, Kokodo Wagakkiten, which was founded in 1880. Let's listen to performances by professional koto/sangen and shakuhachi musicians who are active in Matsumoto. Only at Shimoumadashi Hall (Shimoumadashi Hall), you can enjoy playing while feeling the breath of the performers in front of you♪★Recommended for those who want to get in touch with traditional Japanese culture Those who are interested in traditional Japanese musical instruments such as the koto and shakuhachi ★Price ★￣￣￣￣5,000 yen per person ★Closed days★ ￣￣￣￣￣Irregular ★Experience time★￣￣￣￣￣￣ 10:00-11:0013:00-14:0015:00-16:00 (Please arrive 5 minutes early) This plan is approximately 1 hour (60 minutes).

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00

☆Castle Town Okoto Experience☆The princess of Matsumoto Castle might have played the koto as well...Let's wear a kimono and experience the koto! After taking koto lessons, you will be able to play the Japanese traditional song "Sakura Sakura" ♪☆ A collaboration plan with kimono rental "Hanakomichi" is now available! ! "Kimono experience x Shiromachi Okoto experience" - Flow of the experience - ◎Please visit Hanakomichi (3-5-13-2F Ote, Matsumoto City).・After completing the reception, choose a kimono. ◎Hair styling: After using the restroom, get your hair styled. (Approximately 10 minutes) ◎Kimono dressing/dressing. (approx. 20 minutes) --- approximately 1 hour --- ◎ Travel time to the koto experience facility (approx. 15 minutes) *We will explain how to get to the koto experience facility on the day of the event.ーーーーーーーー ◎After arriving at the experience location ① Adjust the size of your nails ② Learn the basic posture ③ Practice Sakura Sakura ④ Finally, let's play an ensemble with the teacher Finally, you will receive a ``Certificate of Completion'' ♪ --- Approximately 1 hour --- ★ Recommended for the following people ★ Those who want to experience traditional Japanese culture, those who are interested in the koto, and those who want to wear a kimono and take pictures while playing the koto ☆ ☆Event is being held☆☆ ・We are distributing kimono one-day passports to those who wear kimonos★ Listed at 40 stores! (Lots of miscellaneous goods, pubs, cafes, etc.!!) *Depending on the day of the week you apply, some stores may be closed. Please note. *・ﾟ・*:.｡.*.｡.:*・☆*・ﾟ・*:.｡.*.｡.:*・☆*・ﾟ・*:.｡.*.｡.:*・☆*・ﾟ・*:.｡.*.｡.:*・☆ Kimono, obi, half-collar, obi ornaments, and other items necessary for dressing are available here. Experience it empty-handed! 2. Dressing time is about 20 minutes. After walking around the town, you can return it until 17:00 on the day.3. A 1-2 minute walk to Matsumoto Castle, a popular sightseeing spot. Sightseeing will be a special memory♪4. If you wish, you can add a small hair set for an additional 1,700 yen (payable on the spot on the day).Up to 2 hair ornaments are also free♪

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 100
• 5～6 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

A bike trip is the perfect way to see the most beautiful scenery of your life, passing by car fast and walking too late! Would you like to take a cycling trip around Hakuba Village? This is a plan for you to participate on my bike! <Let's go around 4 points by cycling> Point 1. Hakuba Jumping Platform Point 2. Sokomiya Hosonosuwa Shrine Point 3. Oide Park Point 4. Nohira Ippon Sakura (optional) <Course> Near Hakuba Village <Participation conditions> Those who are 140 cm or more in height and those under 15 years old are accompanied by a guardian. <Price> Per person: From 7,000 yen

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 5～6 hours
• 09:00

A bike trip is the perfect way to see the most beautiful scenery of your life, passing by car fast and walking too late! Would you like to take a cycling trip around Hakuba Village? This is a plan for you to go around on your own motorcycle! <Let's go around 7 points by cycling> Point 1. Himekawa Headwaters Nature Exploration Garden Point 2. Nishina Miho Point 3. Oide Park Point 4. Nohira Ippon Sakura (optional) Point 5. Hakuba Ohashi Point 6. Sokomiya Hosonosuwa Shrine Point 7. Hakuba Jump Platform <Course> Hakuba Village Suburbs <Participation Conditions> Persons over 140 cm in height, accompanied by a guardian under 15 years old. <Price> Per person: From 15,000 yen

• For Groups