Things to do in Lake Kawaguchi/Lake Saiko/Fujiyoshida/Lake Shoji/Lake Motosu

• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

Canoe type: The canadian canoe used in the experience is a kind of canoe, and it is a boat with 2 to 3 people, based on a paddle, which is basically a boat. Vehicle is. It is relatively stable and has an open deck type, so it has a high loading capacity and it can be leisurely touring. Field: The place to carry out the experience is Kawaguchiko, one of Fuji Five Lakes at the foot of Mt. Fuji, a World Heritage Site. It will be an experience while looking at Mt. Fuji. In addition, Mt. Fuji is the surrounding mountains even if it can not be seen, it is a flower of the park, it is a desert island of the lake heart, a lot of scenery, it is full of fun things. Guide: Representative guide is long at Lake Kawaguchi Year We have experience to carry out canoe experience tour, and in addition to canoe guides, we are also in charge of nature guides and mountain climbing guides, and have abundant knowledge and tourist information. Safety Management: We conduct tours only on days when safe weather conditions are met that meet our safety standards. A small amount of eyes reaching to each customer Number of participants We will only carry out tour of the system. All participants must wear a life jacket during the tour. The guide will always carry the first aid set and complete the MFA JAPAN class.

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• Age 3～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

It is a 120-minute tour on a Canadian canoe at Lake Kawaguchi, one of the Five Lakes of Fuji. After passing through the lava belt, there is a vast lake! The view of Mt. Fuji from the lake is a masterpiece. Let's monopolize the wonderful scenery! The plan also includes landing on Uno Island. Take a walk around the island and refresh your mind and body ♪ An activity unrelated to honey! Let's play to the fullest! After reception, we will go out to the lake after explaining and practicing. Rest assured that a guide will accompany you! Since it departs only in mild weather, families with children can enjoy it with peace of mind ♪ The accompanying guide has taken MFA Basic Plus (first aid training program) and is certified. ～ Flow of experience ～ 10: 00/13: 00 Reception / Explanation After reception, the guide will explain the precautions and how to row. 10: 15/13: 15 You will actually row lightly on the boarding canoe. 10: 30/13: 30 Departure! Once you get used to it, it's time to start. Enjoy a walk on the lake.

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• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 07:30

It is a 90-minute early morning tour on a Canadian canoe at Lake Kawaguchi, one of the Five Lakes of Fuji. In summer, we recommend an early morning plan before the temperature rises! Besides, it is relatively calm in the morning, so you can see Mt. Fuji upside down. The course is based on a course that goes around the temple (hexagonal hall) that floats on the lake. If you are lucky, you can see the hexagonal hall from the lake, and Mt. Fuji over there! You can enjoy a wonderful view. Depending on the weather, we will land on Unoshima! The early bird gets the worm? Let's enjoy the scenery because it is a calm early morning! Because it has nothing to do with honey, let's play with nature as much as possible ♪ After reception, we will go out to the lake after explaining and practicing. Rest assured that a guide will accompany you! Since it departs only in mild weather, families with children can enjoy it with peace of mind ♪ The accompanying guide has taken MFA Basic Plus (first aid training program) and is certified. ～ Flow of experience ～ 7:30 Reception / Explanation After reception, the guide will explain the precautions and how to row. 7:45 Boarding You will actually row lightly on the canoe. Departure at 8:00! Once you get used to it, it's time to start. Enjoy a walk on the lake.

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• Age 7～Age 60
• 1～2 hours
• 08:00 / 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00

First of all, give a lecture on land and enter! Cruising West Lake when you get used to actually experiencing SUP near the shore! You can enjoy the singing of birds, the shadow of swimming fish, the wilderness of Saiko surrounded by the Misaka Mountains and the Aokigahara Jukai from a different lake. Quiet campgrounds are scattered nearby, and it is recommended for girls and boys as well as couples and families! It is ideal for making memories for children and for making material for "Summer Vacation Independent Studies". You may meet the extinct species "Kunimasu"! !! It is a recommended plan for the guide! !!

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 15:30 / 16:00

It is a 90-minute evening tour on a Canadian canoe at Lake Kawaguchi, one of the Five Lakes of Fuji. Lake Kawaguchi surrounded by the setting sun. The view from the lake is fantastic. If you are lucky, you can worship Mt. Fuji illuminated by the setting sun. Depending on the weather, we will land on Uno Island! Because it has nothing to do with honey, let's play with nature as much as possible ♪ After reception, we will go out to the lake after explaining and practicing. Rest assured that a guide will accompany you! Since it departs only in mild weather, families with children can enjoy it with peace of mind ♪ The accompanying guide has taken MFA Basic Plus (first aid training program) and is certified. ～ Flow of experience ～ ① Reception / Explanation After reception, the guide will explain the precautions and how to row. ② Get on the boarding canoe and actually row lightly. ③ Departure! Once you get used to it, it's time to start. Enjoy a walk on the lake.

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• Age 7～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 08:00 / 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 17:00

Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and get in shape both physically and mentally at Lake Kawaguchiko, which is full of negative ions. There is no doubt that it will look great on Instagram with Mt. Fuji in the background! !! A guide with a wealth of experience playing in the water will give a fun and polite lecture. First of all, give a lecture on land and enter! If you actually experience SUP near the shore and get used to it, you will aim for "Unoshima, the only island in Yamanashi Prefecture"! !!

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 16～Age 69
• 1～2 hours
• 08:00 / 09:45 / 11:30 / 13:30 / 15:15 / 17:00

Challenge! Off-road experience Run through a completely original course in the forest using techniques. It's a course that makes you wonder, "Well! Can you run in such a place?" !! * Those who have completed the experience course can also enjoy the top course and night cruise. * 1 Course capacity is limited to 6 people. note that. * Please contact us in advance for use by customers over 70 years old.

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• Age 1～Age 100
• 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

Why don't you experience hitting Oshino Hakkai Soba using the melted snow of Mt. Fuji as a memory of your trip to Yamanashi It is a typical Japanese traditional cooking experience with a long history. Oshino Hakkai is a tourist destination with eight ponds due to the spring water of Mt. Fuji. The pond created by the spring water is highly transparent and has been selected as one of the 100 best waters, so Oshino Hakkai is very popular as a spot where you can eat delicious food. The experience of hitting soba exists all over Japan, but this is the only place where you can eat soba made from the spring water of Mt. Fuji. Anyone can easily make Oshino Hachikai Soba. In this experience, even beginners such as those who are not familiar with cooking, small children, and those who have never cooked soba can participate with confidence. Many of the customers who have participated so far have made reservations with groups such as family and friends, and the more Number of participants there are, the more exciting it will be. Not only children but also adult can enjoy the work of "beating noodles" because it is extraordinary.

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• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 15:30 / 16:30

Take a walk on the lake at Lake Kawaguchi while watching the top of Mt. Fuji in Japan. Spending time looking at the sky of Lake Kawaguchi, which gradually dyes pink, is very romantic. You can spend the best time with an important person. With a guide, both beginners and small children can make money. Recommended for those who want to take advantage of cool and calm evening time! field: The place where the experience is conducted is one of the Fuji Five Lakes at the foot of Mt. It will be an experience while looking at Mt. Fuji. Even on days when you can't see Mt. Fuji, there are lots of things to enjoy, such as the surrounding mountains, park flowers, uninhabited islands in the heart of the lake. guide: The representative guide is headed by Lake Kawaguchi Year We have experience in conducting a canoe experience tour. In addition to canoe guides, we are also in charge of nature guides and mountain climbing guides, and they have a wealth of knowledge and provide tourist information. Safety management: The tour will be held only on days when safe weather conditions that meet the company's safety standards can be secured. Small amount of attention to each customer Number of participants We only carry out tours. All participants must wear a life jacket during the tour.

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• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 07:00

Canoe type: The canadian canoe used in the experience is a kind of canoe, and it is a boat with 2 to 3 people, based on a paddle, which is basically a boat. Vehicle is. It is relatively stable and has an open deck type, so it has a high loading capacity and it can be leisurely touring. Field: The place to carry out the experience is Kawaguchiko, one of Fuji Five Lakes at the foot of Mt. Fuji, a World Heritage Site. It will be an experience while looking at Mt. Fuji. In addition, Mt. Fuji is the surrounding mountains even if it can not be seen, it is a flower of the park, it is a desert island of the lake heart, a lot of scenery, it is full of fun things. Guide: Representative guide is long at Lake Kawaguchi Year We have experience to carry out canoe experience tour, and in addition to canoe guides, we are also in charge of nature guides and mountain climbing guides, and have abundant knowledge and tourist information. Safety Management: We conduct tours only on days when safe weather conditions are met that meet our safety standards. A small amount of eyes reaching to each customer Number of participants We will only carry out tour of the system. All participants must wear a life jacket during the tour. The guide will always carry the first aid set and complete the MFA JAPAN class.

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• Age 6～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

We hold SUP experience meetings in the wilderness. Do you not enjoy superb view, forest bath, SUP water walk in nature? From children adult You can enjoy it.

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• Age 5～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00

Great power! ! "Forest of the roller coaster" Japan's first! 8-wheel drive buggy "Argo". 8-wheel-drive buggy in the woods at the instructor of the operation will Bakuso! Please experience the off-road of the great power that is also used in the field of disaster relief. Voice not think that the "Wo ~" regardless of adults and children will cause out.

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• Age 3～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00

2018 Summer Hutto experience class is open! Hoto Institute First name ♪ that matter "seafood Hoto" now enjoy in the experience Authentic Hand-crafting Experience & Exquisite original Hoto that can not be tasted at other stores! Speaking of "Hoto" there are many people reminiscent of pumpkins, but the Futto Laboratory is a specialized shop specializing in seafood. Please enjoy luxurious seafood that contains plenty of seafood ingredients in a delicious soup with plenty of seafood soup. ♪ stories unique to local people such as how to arrange at home and various ways to eat Of course we will also touch on the history and culture of the faithfully. There are few places where sightseeing can be sighted if the weather is bad such as rain Kawaguchiko Surrounding ... OK even when such a case! In a beautiful indoor large-scale facility Let's warm up by making fun and delicious flesh, eating it without being influenced by the weather ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Receptionist ② Introduction of fly · Cooking Explanations · Change of clothes · Hand wash (10 minutes) ③ Hot hand experience (kneading from powder / extending) (30 - 60 minutes) ④ Making fresh seafood (Miso soup, boil it with ingredients) (15 minutes) ⑤ real meal (40 minutes)

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• Age 0～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 06:00 / 08:00 / 10:00

[Hiking tour to explore the unknown charm of the mysterious forest "Aokigahara Jukai" located at the foot of Mt. Fuji] Can't you use a compass? Do you get lost soon? While unraveling the many mysteries surrounding Aokigahara Jukai, a guide who loves nature will tell you everything from the formation to the charm of the beautiful forest! The course of the tour is relatively flat, and everyone of all ages, men and women, nationalities (English is OK) can enjoy it! When you come to Yamanashi, let's walk "Aokigahara" together!

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• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• Age 1～Age 100
• 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 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00

At the local cooking experience class [Fujiya], we are conducting an experience of making "hoto", which is a local dish of Yamanashi prefecture! Hoto is loved by many as a local dish of Yamanashi prefecture. Few local foods are so popular, and it seems that "boiled rice in the morning, barley rice in the day, and pumpkin in the evening" has long been the standard in daily life in rural Koshu. In 2007, it was selected as one of the "100 Best Local Cuisine of Rural Culture Association" sponsored by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, which has been passed down to rural areas in Japan and widely supported by the people. Unlike regular noodles, hoto noodles do not need to be laid down. Therefore, please make noodles by hand from the state of powder. At the popular [Yamanashi set], you can experience making Abekawa mochi and add Koshu chicken motsuni. The content will be quite volumey, so please be hungry. Please enjoy the experience of making memories of your trip to Yamanashi.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 11:30 / 14:00

The raptors Hawk (Harris Hawk) and Owls (Barn Owl) will be bred with instructors.

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• Age 10～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 14:00

Fuji, from around 1,100m above sea level using our high-grade mountain bike We run down approximately 10km including forest road, paved road dashingly! "Mt. Fuji Petit Downhill" dashing through Mt. Fuji Exhilarating and thrilling! ! Even those who are not confident in their physical strength can easily participate as they are downhill. As you can enjoy it empty-handed, it is recommended for Activity while traveling ♪ ~ Plan flow ~ ① Reception at the store (2) Drive together with Mt. Fuji up to around 1,100m! ! ③ After that, straddle a bicycle and run through the downhill of about 10km to the store while cutting the wind!

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:30

This is a beginner's course. After briefing and practice, you will ride with an instructor. In this plan we provide a two-seat boat for 2 participants.​ ​​ ​ ※After having a trial course you may join a step-up course to ride a one-seat boat.

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• Age 10～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 14:00

["Mt. Fuji Petite Downhill" that runs through Mt. Fuji exhilaratingly and thrills are perfect! !! ] Riding on our proud high-grade mountain bike From near Mt. Fuji altitude 900m Drive down about 5km including forest roads and paved roads! Even customers who are not confident in their physical strength Since it is a downhill main, you can feel free to participate. *This tour Time required about 1 hour. There are also middle and long courses on the same tour. Because you can enjoy it empty-handed Ideal for Activity while traveling ♪ ~Plan flow~ ① Reception at the store ② Mount a mountain bike on the vehicle and bring it up to around 900m above Mt. Fuji! ③ After that, straddle the bicycle and go downhill about 5km to the store Let's run through the wind while cutting the wind!

• Age 1～Age 100
• 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 / 17:00 / 18:00

Yoshida udon is a local dish that is loved around Fujiyoshida City Yamanashi It is a rare udon noodle that is characterized by being topped with hard and very chewy noodles, horse meat and cabbage. It has also been selected as one of the "100 Best Local Cuisine of Noyama Fishing Village" selected from the tastes of the hometowns of each region. The characteristics of Yoshida no udon are thick and chewy noodles, horse meat, toppings using cabbage, and miso and soy sauce. This is the only place in Japan where you can eat with a spicy taste called pickpocket. Since Yoshida's udon was originally a home-cooked dish, each restaurant has various characteristics. For example, some restaurants use beef or horse meat, and the hardness and length of the surface are different. The freedom that there are rough rules but no clear rules may also be a characteristic of Yoshida udon. In this plan, customers are asked to make udon from the powdered state. Serve with toppings such as cabbage, fried tofu, and wakame seaweed, and hot soup. Yoshida's udon noodles I made are exceptional. Reservations can be made from 2 people to groups. Please feel free to Contact us us.

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• Age 6～
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

After walking through the dense forest you will better understand that forests are in a constant state of change. Moreover, you will explore lava caves of Aokigahara forest created by the last major eruption of Mount Fuji. No electricity and no handrails, so you have to rely only on your five senses. Enjoy being an explorer!​ ​

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• Age 10～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 14:00

["Mt. Fuji Petite Downhill" that runs through Mt. Fuji exhilaratingly and thrills are perfect! !! ] Riding on our proud high-grade mountain bike From near Mt. Fuji altitude 900m Drive down about 5km including forest roads and paved roads! Even customers who are not confident in their physical strength Since it is a downhill main, you can feel free to participate. *This tour Time required about 1 hour. There are also middle and long courses on the same tour. Because you can enjoy it empty-handed Ideal for Activity while traveling ♪ ~Plan flow~ ① Reception at the store ② Mount a mountain bike on the vehicle and bring it up to around 900m above Mt. Fuji! ③ After that, straddle the bicycle and go downhill about 5km to the store Let's run through the wind while cutting the wind!

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

We make only one original accessory in the world using real birds of prey (Hawk and Owl) feathers. Finally with completed accessories and real birds of prey and commemorative photos

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• Age 13～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

Unique cycling tour with different tour themes Tour theme: ・ Superb view / VIEW ・ ・ ・ Off-road cycling for the best view.・ Adventure / ADVENTURE ・ ・ ・ Run through a slightly exciting off-road in Satoyama!・ Healing / RELAX ・ ・ ・ Comfortable cycling and relaxing time rather than strenuous exercise. We will hold the above-mentioned themed tours! !! The staff in charge will propose the most suitable tour for the purpose and interests of the participants. * At the time of application, please enter one of the above themes in the remarks column. Since we use rental vehicles, you can participate empty-handed! The ease with which you can take on the challenge if you feel like it is also the selling point of this tour. The bicycle used is a mountain bike with electric assist. Since you can climb up swiftly, you may be able to run through steep slopes that look up! !! Even those who are not confident in their physical strength will be surprised at their own potential. .. .. It can also be so much fun that you'll want to run forever. It is a small group of up to 4 people, 2 groups a day (morning and afternoon), so you can participate with confidence. It may get dirty, so please bring a change of clothes or wear a dress that you don't mind getting dirty.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 08:00 / 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Experience canoeing with your dog at the foot of Mt. Fuji ♪ Why don't you spend a different time with your important “family”? This is a private lesson where the instructor gives a lecture carefully, so even the first person or first-time dog is safe. <Contents> About 1 hour lecture + 3 hours free time

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

You can experience the real handwriting of authentic school teaching by professional eating and drinking. Speaking of "Hoto" there are many people reminiscent of pumpkins, but this institute is "Seafood Hoto Shop". Even in the experience class, we will serve delicious seafood dishes. Since it is a prefectural citizen of Yamanashi citizen prefecture, the locals put potatoes instead of pumpkins and put butter in the finish, they are actually arranging and eating! You can hear interesting stories related to such futures through handkeeping experiences. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Receptionist ② Introduction of fly · Cooking Explanations · Change of clothes · Hand wash (5 minutes) ③ Hottest hand experience (extend fabric) (15 minutes) ④ Making seafood (Miso soup, cook and cook ingredients) (10 minutes) ⑤ real meal (30 minutes)

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

You can explore the unique Aokigahara Jukai, where you can see the 1200-year history of the forest covered with lava by the eruption of Mt. Fuji, and explore the mysterious cave where you can see ice all year round. This tour, which is closely related to the birth of Mt. Fuji, is full of discoveries, surprises, fun, and informative stories. Refresh in nature.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 08:30 / 09:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 17:30 / 18:00

If you want to look at the views of the surrounding from Kawaguchiko riding a canoe, it is I have no self-confidence of paddling on your own such as those who want to ride in the canoe the target.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:30

One and that has been completed the experience course, a person who may be riding a Canadian canoe, want to enjoy a little more, is a course it is of interest that want to improve the arm. And the training of a variety of canoeing techniques and enjoyment of solo (single-seater).

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• Age 1～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 14:30

The scenery of the four seasons of Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi has become a popular place as a wedding photo spot as a photo spot whose background changes depending on the season. You can enjoy seasonal walks with cherry blossoms in spring, fresh greenery and fireworks in summer, colored leaves in autumn, and Mt. Fuji in winter snow. It is easily accessible by car from Tokyo, has good transportation access, and there are no buses or trains from Shinjuku, and there are no transfers. It is a kimono walking plan where you can take pictures of extraordinary pictures and pictures of Mt. Fuji, a symbol of Japan, and kimono with your family, couples, and friends. Family anniversaries, birthday anniversaries, graduation anniversaries, travel anniversaries, surprise anniversaries, etc ... Kimonos are prepared for children from the age of one. Additional options other than dressing are basically empty-handed, such as simple hair wrapping and rental hair ornaments! The dressing time is 5 minutes for men and 15 minutes for women. We also offer free transportation from Kawaguchiko Station to the dressing venue by reservation for 2 to 4 people. ～ Flow of the day ～ ①Choose a kimono: There is a size for the costume, so please enter the size when making a reservation. 3 minutes ② Dressing: Men will be dressed in 3 minutes. 15 minutes ③ When adding optional hair Hair set: It will be a simple hair set. We do not accept Japanese style Japanese hair. 8 minutes ④ Enjoy 3 hours of free time after completing the preparation: We will guide you to the recommended course in the 3 hour course 3 hours ⑤ Change of clothes time 2 minutes

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