Things to do in Gifu

• Age 10～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

A swordsmith will teach you the techniques of Japanese sword making and spend a whole day making a short sword with a blade length of less than 30 cm. During the experience, charcoal cutting, tamaheshi, tsutsubokashi, forging, unbending, fire making, soil placement, quenching, and blacksmith sharpening will be performed. The sword will then be registered and sharpened at a later date, and will be shipped to your home along with a registration certificate. If you select an option, you can also choose a Japanese sword such as a wakizashi (large) (small), katana, or tachi. Registration, packaging, and shipping fees are all included in the price. *Due to the Firearms and Swords Possession Control Act, the swordsmith will engrave the swordsmith's name on the sword. It is possible to engrave the participant's name as well. In addition, registration and sharpening are required, so it will take 6 to 9 months to deliver the sword. *The address, name, and phone number are required for the owner's details for the registration review and for shipping the finished product. If they are different from those registered with Activity Japan, please be sure to contact us here. If there is no contact, we will register and ship the sword as is. *If shipping overseas, please check for yourself whether the country can receive Japanese swords. In addition, export procedures, packaging fees, and shipping fees will be required separately. The amount varies depending on the country, so please contact us in advance. Payment will be made in cash on the day. *Damaged or scratched acrylic cases cannot be repaired, so please handle them carefully.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

You will spend a whole day making a small scale attached to the Japanese sword. The material is the same as the Japanese sword, and the world's highest grade iron (tamahagane) is used. You can make a soil holder by yourself and insert a blade crest. Attach the blade, cut your name on it, make a scabbard, and sharpen it to complete it. Only at our studio can you experience making a small pattern and sharpening it. You will learn how to make a Japanese sword while working, and you will not know until you experience the work of striking iron to change its shape and create ripples, so I think it will be a great learning experience. We will proceed according to the ability of the person who will experience it, so there is no need to worry about minors and women. Photos and videos can be taken during production! The fee will be the experience fee for one Kozuka. Two or more people can make one. In that case, please let us know when you make a reservation. If you make a reservation for two or more, it will take about an additional hour for each one after the second one. Please join us with plenty of time before the end time. It is also possible to advance the start time, so please contact us. ★We have someone here who can explain things in English, so you don't need an interpreter.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

A swordsmith will teach you how to make Japanese knives using blacksmith techniques. Using the same material as Japanese swords, Tamahagane, the forged iron is shaped with a hammer. You can make your own clay holder and add a blade crest. Attach the blade, cut your name on it, and sharpen it to complete it. Although it is a physically demanding job, the swordsmith will be happy to assist you, so don't worry if you are not confident in doing the heavy lifting, such as children or women. You can take photos and videos while working! The trial fee is for one Japanese knife. You can also make one book for two or more people. In that case, please let us know how many people will be participating in the experience when making a reservation. If you are making a reservation for three or more, it will take a little longer. Please arrive with plenty of time to spare before the closing time. We may be able to move the start time forward, so please contact us.

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• Age 10～Age 120
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00

Visit the swordsmith with commentary directly from the swordsmith and swordsmith, and actually experience the swordsmith with a mallet. After that, you will appreciate the actual Japanese sword. In addition, the experience is a part of the folding, the process of hitting the ball steel, and the actual experience of bellows.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• 5～6 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Iron is a human invention. People have walked with iron, as it is said, "Whoever controls iron controls the world." A Japanese sword cannot be made good unless it is made of iron using the traditional ironmaking method. With this plan, you can experience making iron from iron sand using the traditional iron-making method. Repeat the work of cutting charcoal into small pieces and adding iron sand to determine the "steel" part from the finished lump "kera". You can take the finished product home with you. ★We have someone here who can explain things in English, so you don't need an interpreter.

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• Age 10～Age 83
• Over 6 hours on the day

"Experience forging - a traditional craftsmanship" You can try hammering, filing with a gold rasp, sharpening and quenching processes. You might be excited to see how a piece of metal reborn as a knife. It is a great opportunity to experience a traditional craftsmanship.​ ​

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• Age 10～Age 120
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:00

We heat the five-inch nail to actually make an original paper knife. In addition, we will give a lecture on the museum and how to appreciate the actual Japanese sword. It takes about 2 hours.

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• Age 6～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day

Tesla rental car coconext. Enjoy the freedom of sightseeing in a 100% electric Tesla Model 3. Equipped with an autopilot function to reduce driving fatigue. Enjoy sightseeing to your heart's content! You don't need to charge the car when you return it, so you save time refueling and it's easy on your wallet! ~Schedule (example)~ 8:30 Meeting, procedure plan explanation, vehicle operation explanation, navigation destination setting etc. 9:00 Take departure model 3 and depart. Experience the driving and functions of cutting-edge electric vehicles. 9:00-19:30 Free time Free walk. 19:30 Return to the store (return) Check for forgotten items, vehicle check, additional settlement.

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• Age 6～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day

Tesla rental car coconext. Drive a 100% electric Tesla Model 3 and visit Kyoto's famous places and local gourmet food! Equipped with an autopilot function to reduce driving fatigue. Enjoy sightseeing to your heart's content! You don't need to charge the car when you return it, so you save time refueling and it's easy on your wallet! ~Schedule (example)~ 8:30 Meeting, procedure plan explanation, vehicle operation explanation, navigation destination setting etc. 9:00 Take departure model 3 and depart. Experience the driving and functions of cutting-edge electric vehicles. 11:00 Arrive in Kyoto Stroll around central Kyoto (180 minutes) such as "Five-storied Pagoda", "Kiyomizu Temple", "Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine", etc. We recommend traveling by bus or train. 15:00 Arrive at Arashiyama Stroll around Arashiyama (120 minutes) such as "Togetsukyo Bridge", "Bamboo Grove Path", and "Torokko Train". 19:30 Return to the store (return) Check for forgotten items, vehicle check, additional settlement.

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• Age 6～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day

Tesla rental car coconext. Drive a Tesla Model 3, a 100% electric car, and visit famous places and local gourmet in Hida Takayama, Gifu Prefecture! Equipped with an autopilot function to reduce driving fatigue. Enjoy sightseeing to your heart's content! You don't need to charge the car when you return it, so you save time refueling and it's easy on your wallet! ~Schedule (example)~ 8:30 Meeting, procedure plan explanation, vehicle operation explanation, navigation destination setting etc. 9:00 Take departure model 3 and depart. Experience the driving and functions of cutting-edge electric vehicles. 11:00 Arrive in Takayama Stroll through the old townscape (180 minutes) There are plenty of gourmet foods such as Hida beef sushi, Takayama ramen, and sake breweries. 15:00 Arrive at Shirakawa-go Stroll around the Gassho-zukuri village, a World Heritage site (120 minutes) such as the observation deck, Shirakawa Hachiman Shrine, and Deai Bridge. As an option, drop-off at Kanazawa Station is also possible. 19:30 Return to the store (return) Check for forgotten items, vehicle check, additional settlement.

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

Japanese swords are iron works of art. By listening to the explanation of the production process of the works of art that have been handed down from ancient times, you will be able to understand the highlights of swords and the points of appreciation. In addition, you can observe the training process (stretching, bending, and attaching steel), which is one of the processes of making Japanese swords. Please take a picture of the place where the spark sparks. The moment the spark scatters is an instant. Sometimes it is difficult to show the process again, so please do not miss it. We recommend the video. In addition, you can also experience the Ozuchi, which strikes iron. We also accept questions such as why Japanese swords are so hard and strong, and why there is a difference in price! If you apply for the "Knife making experience", you can apply at the same time for half price. Please apply from the option of "Knife making experience".

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• Age 18～Age 70
• 1～2 hours

The history, culture, and traditions of Gifu taken by photographer Atsushi Kobayashi of "Moon and Gifu Castle" are captured by various backgrounds of the era, including the majestic townscape that retains the atmosphere of the Edo period, and the tall black walls of the storehouses. Why don't you capture a moment of your trip with Gifu's four seasons in the background, such as the rustic alleyways, the distinctive vermilion iron bridges, the rows of old houses and the waterways that flow past their eaves? This is a "photo tour" for those who enjoy traveling in the Nagara River basin (Gifu City, Seki City, Mino City, Gujo City), where a professional photographer will accompany you and take pictures. Accompanying him is photographer Jun Kobayashi, whose work ``Moon and Gifu Castle'' has become known to the world. I will leave a record of my wonderful journey as a "work". We guarantee 15 or more cuts with data delivery. Time required: Approximately 2 hours Target age: None Setting period: November 2023 to March 2025 Plan includes: ・Photography by a professional photographer (about 1 hour to 1.5 hours) ・Data delivery (30 cuts guaranteed) *Images The data will be delivered via email using a data storage service such as Gigafile. Minimum number of people accepted (Minimum number of participants) 1 person Maximum number of people accepted: 4 people Reservation deadline 17:00 7 days before shooting location ① Kawahara Town (Gifu City) In front of the waiting area for the cormorant fishing boat ② Kose (Seki City) Kose Ukai Seki Fun Boat Office Please select from Tosho-mae ③ Streetscape with rising udatsu (Mino City) Former Imai family residence ④ Gujo Hachiman (Gujo City) Miyagase Bridge ①-④. The starting time is negotiable. We will decide the location for the photoshoot together with the customer and take the photo. *If the weather forecast for the day before shows rain, we will notify you of the cancellation by email or phone by 17:00 the day before.

• Age 12～Age 70
• 4～5 hours
• 09:00 / 16:00

We will guide you to the midstream of the river and points where you can enjoy the scenery that changes with the seasons from the water surface. Even if you are a first-time user, we can guide you once you get used to operating the paddles. You will gain new insights from seeing nature as it is from a different perspective. In order for our guests to enjoy this extraordinary experience safely, securely, and comfortably, we provide transportation in a vehicle with high off-road capabilities, and a camping trailer equipped with a shower room to take a break after the activity.

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• Age 7～Age 72
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 15:00

The entry point will change depending on the weather and river conditions. The required time is set aside considering the travel distance to the point (experience location). The required time is only a guideline.

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• Age 12～Age 75
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

This [Full-Day Enjoyment Course] is a cycling tour that takes you down the 25km stretch from Mino Shiratori Station on the Nagaragawa Railway, famous for its beautiful train window views, to Gujo Hachiman Station, with a guide, while enjoying the majestic flow of the clear Nagaragawa River. First, take your bike on the train and enjoy the train ride. The idyllic scenery from the train window will soothe you! When you were a child, did you ever go on an adventure, thinking about going as far as you could by bicycle? Return to that childhood and ride your bike leisurely along country roads. Since you ride along the river, it's basically a downhill road. It's a good workout. Stop at Shiratori Shrine to pray for a safe journey, stop at a roadside station, and have a barbecue with all the participants right next to the river for lunch! Stop at a hot spring to soak your feet in a foot bath as you cycle down the 25km stretch to Gujo Hachiman! Get away from the city and enjoy the sounds of the river, birds chirping, and insects in the great outdoors to refresh your mind! After the tour, we recommend that you relax at a nearby hot spring (Yamato Onsen, etc.)!

• Age 10～Age 55
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:00

After finishing the kayaking experience, I want to acquire a little more skill, want to enjoy canoeing more, and want to be able to go down the river. . etc. Recommended for those who are interested and want to practice. *Children must be 10 years old or older or 4th grade or older to junior high school students or younger. High school students and above will be charged as adults.

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• Age 13～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00

The owner of a Japanese restaurant will demonstrate the technique of "decorative cutting" to add a touch of color to Japanese cuisine, and customers will have the opportunity to try out simple decorative cutting. He will also explain the types and uses of knives, which are essential to Japanese cuisine, and hope to have customers experience the four seasons of Japan created with knives. At the end, the customers will accompany the owner's dish with the decorative cutting they made, and enjoy the Japanese cuisine they created together.

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• Age 0～Age 69
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:30

Hida Takayama: Stroll through the old townscape and enjoy Hida beef and Takayama ramen. Miyagawa Morning Market: Visit one of Japan's three largest morning markets and buy fresh produce and crafts. Shirakawa-go Gassho Village: See the World Heritage village and enjoy its natural beauty and traditional architecture. Luo Ren Cafe: Experience an old Gassho-style house featured in One Piece and enjoy some red bean porridge. *You can also visit the Shirakawa-go observation deck.

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• Age 1～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 07:30 / 08:30

Explore the traditional charm of Japan: Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go day tripHida TakayamaHida Takayama, in northern Gifu Prefecture, is known as the "Little Kyoto of Hida." The old streets from the Edo period remain, and walking around you will feel like you've traveled back in time. It is also recommended to stroll around the "Sanmachi" neighborhood in the center of Takayama and experience the atmosphere of the Meiji and Taisho periods. You will be amazed by the crafts that highlight the skills of Hida artisans. Be sure to try the local gourmet food! ・Must-check-in spot: Miyagawa Morning MarketThe morning market stretches for 350 meters along the banks of the Miyagawa River and features more than 60 stalls selling fresh vegetables and fruits, snacks, and exquisite crafts. The atmosphere here is vibrant.▼8:30 Meeting place: Nagoya Station (Ministop at the back gate of Bic Camera, west exit of Nagoya Station) Address: 5-10 Tsubakichō, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi-ken 453-0015 *The bus departs on time. Please arrive with plenty of time (about 10 minutes before). Please cooperate by adhering to the meeting and departure times and departing on time.▼11:00 Hida Takayama (free walk and free lunch / 180 minutes) Takayama and the surrounding area boast traditional architecture, gorgeous festivals, and some of the best mountains and hot springs in Japan. Widely recognized as an important asset of Gifu, surrounded by majestic nature, including the Japanese Alps, Takayama is not only a wonderful tourist destination in itself, but also a great base for sightseeing in the Japanese Alps and the surrounding Hida region. The Mimachi Group of Buildings Preservation District, the heart of Takayama City, attracts tourists from all over Japan. You can spend an entire day strolling through the old town, shopping for souvenirs at the many craft shops, tasting local teas, and enjoying local specialties such as wagyu beef sushi. There are also many sake breweries in and around the Mimachi district. You can also enjoy tastings at the breweries. ▼15:00 Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village (120 minutes) Located at the foot of the sacred mountain Hakusan, Shirakawa-go is one of the must-visit tourist destinations in Gifu. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this beautiful traditional village is the definition of postcard-like beauty. Shirakawa-go Ogimachi Gassho-zukuri Village is the village with the most remaining Gassho-zukuri houses. The name Gassho-zukuri literally means "like praying hands." Gassho-zukuri Village takes you back to pre-modern Japan. Climb the Shirakawa-go observation deck, look out over the village, and enjoy the view of a time gone by. Shirakawa-go is worth a repeat visit as it shows different looks with the changing of the seasons. From the beautiful cherry blossom season to the lush summer, from the fiery autumn leaves to the quiet white winter, Shirakawa-go always has a spectacular charm. ▼17:00 Return to Nagoya Station and the tour ends. ▼19:30 Nagoya Station (Ministop at the back gate of Bic Camera, West Exit of Nagoya Station) Ends

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• Age 0～Age 90
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:30

This is a day trip bus tour that departs and arrives at Nagoya Station. You can comfortably participate in popular spots that are relatively difficult to access by sitting on the bus. You will visit three old Japanese towns: Gujo Hachiman, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go. The staff can speak English, Japanese, and Chinese, so it is an easy tour to join not only for Japanese groups but also for friends from overseas. ~ Schedule ~ 08:20 Meet in front of the Nishi Police Box, Taiko-dori Exit, Nagoya Station ↓ 08:30 Depart ↓ Gujo Hachiman (stay for about 60 minutes) ↓ Takayama (stay for about 120 minutes, free meal) ↓ Shirakawa-go (stay for about 100 minutes) ↓ 19:30 Arrive at Nagoya Station * The itinerary may change due to road conditions. (In that case, there will be no refund.)

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

In Happiness, we do various handmade experiences including glass art, flower arrangement, and special Dyestuff experience specialty called Yamanoyoki dyed. You can make handmade works perfect for gifts! Of course ♪ ♪ also original works of yourself and interior

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• Age 1～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 08:30

Let's start today's fun journey▼8:30 Meeting place: Nagoya Station (Ministop at the back gate of Bic Camera, west exit of Nagoya Station) Address: 5-10 Tsubakichō, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi-ken 453-0015 *The bus departs on time. Please arrive with plenty of time (about 10 minutes before). Please cooperate by adhering to the meeting and departure times and departing on time.▼11:00 Hida Takayama (free walk, free lunch / 180 minutes) Stroll through the old townscape Takayama and the surrounding area boast traditional architecture, gorgeous festivals, and some of the best mountains and hot springs in Japan. Widely recognized as an important asset of Gifu, surrounded by majestic nature, including the Japanese Alps, Takayama is not only a wonderful tourist destination in itself, but also a great base for sightseeing in the Japanese Alps and the surrounding Hida region. The Mimachi Building Preservation District, the heart of Takayama city, attracts tourists from all over Japan. You can spend an entire day strolling through the old town, shopping for souvenirs at the many craft shops, tasting local teas, and enjoying local specialties such as wagyu beef sushi. There are also many sake breweries in and around the Mimachi district. You can also enjoy tastings at the breweries. ▼15:00 Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village (120 minutes) Located at the foot of the sacred mountain Hakusan, Shirakawa-go is one of the must-visit tourist destinations in Gifu. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this beautiful traditional village is the definition of postcard-like beauty. Shirakawa-go Ogimachi Gassho-zukuri Village is the village with the most remaining Gassho-zukuri houses. The name Gassho-zukuri literally means "like praying hands." Gassho-zukuri Village takes you back to pre-modern Japan. Climb the Shirakawa-go observation deck, look out over the village, and enjoy the view of a time gone by. Shirakawa-go is worth a repeat visit as it shows different looks with the changing of the seasons. From the beautiful cherry blossom season to the lush summer, from the fiery autumn leaves to the quiet white winter, Shirakawa-go always has a spectacular charm. ▼17:00 Return to Nagoya Station and the tour ends. ▼19:30 Nagoya Station (Ministop at the back gate of Bic Camera, West Exit of Nagoya Station) Ends

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• Age 15～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 08:45 / 12:45

Take a leisurely cycle through the great outdoors while listening to the murmuring of the river. Feel the charm of Gujo, the charm of Japan, and the charm of nature with your whole body.

• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

Why do not you run in the field with a four wheel buggy? If you are preeminent 4 wheel buggy, you can easily ride ♪ Children younger less 13 can enjoy a couple rides with parents! Please run through the fields and feel the wind that hits your cheeks.

• Age 4～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00

In Happiness, we do various handmade experiences including glass art, flower arrangement, and special Dyestuff experience specialty called Yamanoyoki dyed. You can make handmade works perfect for gifts! Of course ♪ ♪ also original works of yourself and interior

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• In Door Activity
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• Age 20～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 13:50

The townscape of Udatsu, which was selected as a national traditional building preservation area. A series of merchant houses from Edo to the Meiji era, and the experience venue [Yamamotoya] is a 120-year-old townhouse from the Meiji era. I can't help but sigh in a different space that I can't imagine from the outside. An adult course where you can learn a little about the benefits of jasmine while carefully brewing jasmine tea, which has a relaxing effect in a calm place. Unlike ordinary tea, you can brew tea with a more free idea. A jasmine tea experience where you can feel the gorgeousness in the calm. Machiya-style coordination with Meiji tableware is also used for tea time! It is a tea experience docked in Japanese, Western and Chinese that you can experience in a townhouse in the Meiji era.

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• Age 20～Age 60
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

Tenryo Sake Brewery holds "MY Doburoku Brewing Experience" so that you can enjoy the joy and enjoyment of fermentation. Study the manufacturing process until [Doburoku, Sake] is made, and experience a series of processes such as selection of yeast that actually determines the taste, preparation, and original labeling with the support of a brewing technician who is a "sake master". It is a program to have. Then, about two weeks later, you will receive the [My Doburoku] that you actually made.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 5～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 06:00

Why don't you refresh your feelings by visiting Zazen and Higashiyama temples in the early morning of Hida Takayama?

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• Age 3～Age 60
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Let's master ninjutsu and challenge top secret missions through various trainings! Experience training with ninja tools! This course is not only a "ninja training" that includes the experience of "shuriken, blowgun, sword Iai" and you can choose your favorite "one drink", but it is also a very advantageous course that you can wear a ninja costume. We now have. Can you pass the training and complete your mission safely? [Course content] Ninja clothes ... Hide yourself with the technique of hiding and transform into a ninja! Dress up in ninja clothes and complete ninja training and top secret missions! Shuriken: A real iron shuriken that can be thrown at the target of trees and straws! Please enjoy the pleasure when the shuriken is stabbed ☆ Blowgun ・ ・ ・ Aim and blow! Can you finally aim at the balloon and break it? Sword Iai ... Learn the cool ninja poses and take a lot of pictures with full-scale imitation swords to leave memories ♪ Top secret mission ... Can you reach your destination by reading the top secret map? * VR experience is not included in the ninja training. * Experience is OK only for children. It's a completely indoor facility, so it's safe even in the rain! * As the infection of the new coronavirus spreads, admission is restricted at our shop to ensure the safety of our customers and employees. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 10～Age 55
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

After finishing the kayaking experience, I want to acquire a little more skill, want to enjoy canoeing more, and want to be able to go down the river. . etc. Recommended for those who are interested and want to practice. *Children must be 10 years old or older or 4th grade or older to junior high school students or younger. High school students and above will be charged as adults.

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