【Afternoon(12～3 p.m.)】 Visit temples & shrines in Japan Page 2

• Age 3～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 10:30 / 13:30

I propose a touching tour in YANAKA area, which will give you the chance to know a good old-days Japanese life-style and its traditional culture!I am ready to propose you the followings;・Being dressed Yukata(summer cotton kimono) in summer, and Kimono in winter time. (Now Yukata)※ I offer authentic kimonos made from silk, produced in the traditional way.※ You can choose from more than 50 Yukata or Kimono to wear on the day.・Taking a walk dressed with Yukata or Kimono together with AKIZAKURA's Kimono Upcycled Umbrella.・During a walk, I show you the stylish walking-manner with Yukata and Kimono, way of sitting-down, and pattern of behavior.・Of course, you can have a lot of commemorative photos at each photogenic spot in YANAKA, for your unforgettable experience in Japan.Japanese Kimono culture has long history and it was deeply accepted into Japanese life-style, Kimono was not only the clothes but also a good showcase of idea for sustainable. AKIZAKURA's Umbrella is not just the accessory but the part of our identification to show up your class.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 12～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 14:00

We offer the opportunity to experience the tea ceremony in kimono, which offers a glimpse of Japan's exquisite beauty! We are ready to propose you the followings;・Witness the intricate process of making matcha tea, which embodies the essence of Japanese tea culture.※ You can enjoy both professionally prepared matcha and your own matcha.* For those who need it, we will also provide a table, chairs, and other equipment to avoid leg pain from sitting on the floor.・Being dressed Yukata (summer cotton kimono) in summer, and Kimono in winter time.※ I offer authentic kimonos made from silk, produced in the traditional way.※ You can choose from more than 50 Yukata or Kimono to wear on the day.・Taking a walk dressed with Yukata or Kimono together with AKIZAKURA's Kimono Upcycled Umbrella.・During a walk, I show you the stylish walking-manner with Yukata and Kimono, way of sitting-down, and pattern of behavior.・Of course, you can have a lot of commemorative photos at a A local shrine and a tea room, for your unforgettable experience in Japan.At the heart of our experience lies the mesmerizing tea ceremony experience – a ritual that transcends mere sips of tea and delves into the realm of mindfulness and respect.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 12～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 14:00

Experience archery at a temple in Noshiro City at the foot of the Shirakami Mountains, a World Natural Heritage site. It is an experience that even beginners can do. After changing into a kimono, you will listen to an explanation of the history, spirit, and tools of kyudo at a quiet private dojo at Keisho-ji Temple near Noshiro's famous Kaze no Matsubara. After that, the instructor will carefully teach you how to do archery. The bow will be drawn while receiving advice for about an hour, and finally a competition will be held by all participants. The instructor is the chief priest of Keisho-ji Temple and a veteran with over 50 years of archery experience. Hanako, a Bernese mountain dog, is also waiting for you in the precincts.The entrance is not in front of the temple, but on the Kaze no Matsubara side. ~ Flow of the day ~ ①Greetings/change of clothes 15 minutes ②Introduction about Kyudo 15 minutes ③Demonstration and experience (break in the middle) 60 minutes ④Mini competition 15 minutes ⑤Commemorative photo and drink service ⑥End

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 12～Age 99
• 1 Day or more
• 13:00

This is a bicycle tour that takes you around the historical and cultural sites of Okagaki-machi while admiring the beautiful sea and mountains of Okagaki-machi. The tour will be accompanied by a local tourist guide and a foreign language speaking guide. After the tour, you can stay overnight in Okagaki-machi and refuel while enjoying the local cuisine.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 12～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Zazen is the basis of Soto sect teachings. Dogen Zenji, the founder of the Soto sect of Buddhism, states the following in his Fukan Zazengi: "The zazen I am talking about is not a meditation practice. It is simply a joyful and peaceful practice, a realization of the practice of full enlightenment." It is the entrance to The essence of Koshoji's zazen is elegant and elegant simplicity. When you want to calm your body and mind in a busy day. When you want to be free from pain and mental anguish. It doesn't matter what the reason is for starting zazen. Sit with a quiet mind and make time for yourself.