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古都日本京都体验抹茶道文化 您可通过预约直接到店参与茶道体验，享受60分钟服务，潜心体验独特的日本文化之旅。在客人和我们的其他客人预约时间允许的情况下，还可以继续享受跟由佳老师喝茶交流。 在暗香庵的茶道体验，先从缓解您旅途中的疲劳开始，一边品尝由佳老师泡的迎客茶，一边畅谈茶道及其他各种。之后移动到另一层的抹茶茶室，在观赏老师打制的淡抹茶同时，还可以品尝抹茶及美味的和果子。这时候最好能够仔细观察老师的点茶动作，要问为什么的话，因为之后您将要亲自上阵，体验点茶中关键的环节。不过您不必担心，这时候老师会在您身边辅导和讲解，让您充分体验【点日本抹茶】的乐趣。 通过体验了解抹茶道文化渊源直接参与互动，能感受到的事物和那些无法亲身体会的部分。同时再让我们分享那些目所能的及心中感受的 比如“日本人是怎样生活的呢？”，“日本文化是怎么形成的呢？”等。通过抹茶道的体验能够让双方在不同文化的基础上，在交流的过程中做到拉进心灵的距离，暗香庵抹茶道体验的最大特点。 最后静下心来专注品尝自己打制的那份包含着日本深厚底蕴文化的抹茶来结束本次愉快的体验。 其他注意事项 除新年期间（12月31日-1月3日）外，体验活动全年对外开放，请按下列时间段预约体验。因每日体验活动满员的场合，将无法正常参加，所以请提前和我们联系。另，若预定日期或时间段满员的场合，会需要麻烦您变更时间，敬请谅解。

We will share a course-meal ranging from modern to traditional Japanese food across 4-6 food stands and restaurants. I have chosen these vendors to talk about quality food and rich food culture that represent Kyoto. Throughout the evening, we will try many kinds of foods that highlight Kyoto's rich culture. Other things to note: - Please let me know if you have food restrictions or allergies at least a week beforehand. I might not be able to fully accommodate restrictions as it is a group experience. - This experience is run by either myself or another trusted local guide. - I update my tour availability by the 3rd week for next month. Even if you don't see availability, please check back later.

Welcome to my experience! :-) There are two parts in this experiences: Kimono dressing and Photoshoot. [ Kimono dressing ] ■ Arrive kimono shop 1.5-2 hrs BEFORE the SCHEDULED TIME of photoshoot ■ Select the right Kimono ■ A professional kitsuke sensei will help with wearing the Kimono ■ Then a professional stylist will help with hair styling ■ Kimono upgrade/Make-up service is available with additional fee (decide at the shop) [ Photoshoot ] ■ We meet at the Kimono shop ON the SCHEDULED TIME ■ Walk around Kyoto Gion area ■ As we walk together, I will suggest some suitable spots for photoshoot ■ I will take photo group by group ■ Session length is normally 90 min (Except for single participant non-private session - 60 min) ■ After the photoshoot, you can wear the kimono until 6pm [ About photo ] ■ all unedited JPEG 200-400 photos, send via cloud drive (within 1-5 days) ■ 10 edited full resolution photos per participant [ Note ] ■ You can always ask me if I can open the schedule for you if it’s not listed We also provide full scale package for half/full day casual or pre-wedding photoshoot at any locations within Japan. Please contact me for details. Other airbnb photoshoots experiences in Kansai area: ■ Kyoto Gion ■ Kyoto Gion with Kimono ■ Kyoto Fushimi Inari ■ Kyoto Fushimi Inari with Kimono ■ Kyoto Arashiyama ■ Nara Park ■ Osaka Castle

" Book Binding Workshop" 1. select book cover ( you can choose from our collection of old kimono textile / old cloth textile / varieties of fabrics ) 2. stitch the interior pages of the book by hand 3. cut the edge of the book to size 4. measure the book cover & other materials 5. set and arrange all paper and make book cover 6. assemble the interior of the book and book cover 7. press by hot iron with candle 8. use pressing tools to press book 9. glue on the cover of the book -finish- Other things to note: - If you are book lovers, we are happy to offer another class FOR BOOK LOVERS, class including FULL experience like Embossing ( please check another workshop of tsutomu ! - If you'd try Japanese Original book style , we reommend STAMPBOOK class. ( please check another workshop of tsutomu ! - If you are the family, we are very welcome. Under 5years old children might be difficult to have standard corse. In that case, KIMONO SKETCHBOOK class would be better ( please check another workshop of me, yoko !

This is a 3-hour 30-minute hiking lead by locals. Soba noodle Lunch is included. You will experience the holy mountain of Fushimi through an alternative off-beaten path. This experience includes: 1) Sightseeing of the main shrine and thousands of red gates, with an explanation of their history and cultural background. 2) Easy walking through a peaceful bamboo and cedar tree forest path, visiting authentic holy spots (worship stones & waterfall) and a factory. 3) Going up a forest route to the summit shrine (20 min). The summit is 233m high, and I will show you around the shrine. 4) Photo-shooting part. On the way down, I will show you lots of photogenic spots that are usually less crowded. 5) Snack & drink, and the breathtaking panorama view of Kyoto city from the viewpoint. 6) Lunch at the best soba restaurant. Vegan options are available but tell us IN ADVANCE. Other things to note: Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and bring a hands-free backpack for hiking. The paths are well-organized, but you will go up/down some stairs. The time schedule may differ depending on your walking speed.

It's beautiful & fresh cycling along the river, which no tourists visit, and we go through local Japanese neighborhood districts, which are beautiful, cozy, and quiet. Especially hidden gems in Nara, cycling along the Saho river, which only local people visit :) With fewer tourists, no cars, and no stress, you'll get a relaxed feeling from a busy Osaka/Kyoto stay. And in Nara park, beside the crowded and busy Todaiji-big Buddha (600yen entrance fee), few people go up to Nigatsudo hall on the hill. This is because the view from the Nigatsu-do hall is just breathtakingly beautiful. But you've got to ride your bicycle up there. So it's a little bit of exercise. We can feed the deer in Nara park while we go cycling around. I'll get the deer crackers for you :) And I'll take some lovely group photos of you while cycling. I'm an excellent selfie photographer! From Nigatsudo hall to the station, it's all the way downhill. But it's an easy way back! We'll get our raincoats and walk around the park if it rains hard. (We ride buses between the station and the park.) There is a sake brewery in town, and we can try Sake tasting if you want. (500yen Extra charge) Other things to note Please make sure that you can ride bicycles very well. Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes for cycling. Please bring your cap or hat to prevent health problems caused by heat strokes.

Thanks for checking out and welcome to my experience! :-) [ On the day ] ■ We meet at the meeting point on the scheduled time. I will send you a map link. ■ Walk around Kyoto Gion area. ■ As we walk together, I will suggest some suitable spots for photoshoot. ■ I will take photo group by group. ■ Don’t worry about posing as I will guide you along the way. ■ Session length is normally 90 min (Except for single participant non-private session - 60 min) [ About photo ] ■ all unedited JPEG 200-400 photos, send via cloud drive (within 1-5 days) ■ 10 edited full resolution photos per participant [ Note ] ■ You can always ask me if I can open the schedule for you if it’s not listed ■ Children below 2 years old can join for free. Please present his/her passport for age verification during the photoshoot. ■ The tour does not included paid location, if you wish to enter paid attraction, kindly pay for my entrance fee ■ This photoshoot is intended as casual travel photography for your own private usage only We also provide full scale packages for half/full day casual or pre-wedding photoshoot at any locations within Japan. Please contact me for details. Other airbnb photoshoots experiences in Kansai area: ■ Kyoto Gion ■ Kyoto Gion with Kimono ■ Kyoto Fushimi Inari ■ Kyoto Fushimi Inari with Kimono ■ Kyoto Arashiyama ■ Nara Park ■ Osaka Castle

"Contact Host" button to request a 'time' of your choice, or on IG at snapkyoto. Last Minute is OKAY. I check my phone 24/7, almost :) Group Discount 30-40% This photoshoot includes: +50 stunning professional photos (within 24 hours) +A deep tour of Kyoto's culture, history, people etc. +A pleasant guide, maybe the funniest in Kyoto :) Best Light: (1) Sunset, (2) Cloudy Days, (3) Rainy & (4) Sunny (5) Nighttime *rainy days are good for photos but heavy shower or stormy days are no good. We can reschedule. +This booking is 1 Hour for the old Gion/higashiyama area, but you can request another must-see area, like: Fushimi Inari, Golden Pavilion, or Arashiyama Bamboo Forest etc. Or combine with a longer photo tour (addtional fee required): *3 Hours covering half of Kyoto (2 main areas) *6 Hours covering the whole Kyoto (4 main areas) *3 Hours Photo Bicycle Tour (biking+photos+tour) For more info & Portfolio: "snapkyoto dot com" @snapkyoto (ig)

You can experience traditional Japanese soba making at a historic temple and sample the soba you made yourself. And, You can also visit the main hall of the temple and the Buddha statue. We run this classroom in a small team and strive to provide a special experience and a calm time. You can feel the warm and private time when you return to your parents' house. Other notes Please note that buckwheat is made from buckwheat flour and some people may not be able to eat it due to allergies. ＊If there is no opened date and time which you want to join, please contact me.

Would you like to document your memory of your Kyoto trip by creating an excellent edited photo or video of your travel? When you want to take photos or videos of yourself during travel, what you would normally do is take a selfie or ask strangers to get photos. Rather than rely on limited photos of your trip to Kyoto, I'm here to shoot photos or videos of you and your friends, a couple of photography, or family trips! I'll personally edit each scene I shot and if you choose video shooting, I send you a few minutes of an edited video. During your experience and in addition to your photo or video, I'll give you some tips on how to take a better photo or video. Within 7 days I'll send you the edited photos or video that will be between 3 to 5 minutes. You’ll walk away having learned about Kyoto and its history through a native local, photography/videography lessons, and excellent video moments or photos of your once-in-a-lifetime trip. ※If you want both photo and video, we can negotiate the price. Other things to note This experience is limited to only one group for each time.

Bar hopping tour at Kyoto city center. We're exploring "Kawaramachi" and "Kiyamachi" areas, where local Kyoto people enjoy drinking. We will take you to real local bar and izakaya, difficult to find for foreigners. Also take you to some deep & hidden places you never know. This experience is not just for local foods and drinks, give you the opportunity to connect with local people. Cannot wait to show you guys around my city!! We will eat during the tour, so you don't need to eat before the tour. Let's enjoy food and drink like local! If you have special request related to place, food, date and so on, we can organize the tour up to your requests. ＜What's included＞ ○ 3 hours with a local guide ○ Admission fee is free ✖️ Alcoholic Beverages ✖️ Dinner ※We split the total amount, and 99 yen or less will be rounded up to make accounting smoother.

Bar hopping tour at Dotonbori & Uranamba area. "Uranamba" is the area many local Osaka people enjoy drinking. We will take you to real local bar and izakaya, difficult to find for foreigners. Also take you to some deep & hidden places you never know. This experience is not just for local foods and drinks, give you the opportunity to connect with local people. Cannot wait to show you guys around my city!! We will eat during the tour, so you don't need to eat before the tour. Let's enjoy food and drink like local! If you have special request related to place, food, date and so on, we can organize the tour up to your requests. ＜What's included＞ ○ 3 hours with a local guide ○ Admission fee is free ✖️ Alcoholic Beverages ✖️ Dinner ※We split the total amount, and 99 yen or less will be rounded up to make accounting smoother.

Welcome to KYOTO, JAPAN! Kyoto city is full of tourist spots, it's a kind of amusement park itself. But the transportation is so complicated even for Japanese people. Then tourists may visit 5-6 tourist spots in one day. But through this experience, we will take you to the most popular tourist spots in Kyoto, in one day! You have a chance to take photos of very beautiful scenery though this tour. 【Where to visit】 1. Meet in front of the Exit of JR Saga-Arashiyama station at "8:50" 2. Arashiyama: Beautiful bamboo forest and Japanese forested mountain 3. Ride the Randen Tram Line: Cute local small tram 4. Ryoan-ji Temple: The stone garden became famous because Queen Elizabeth visited here and praised it 5. Lunch: Eat at a Sushi-go-round (Sushi, Ramen, Kara-Age, Beer, Mochi too) 6. Kinkakuji Temple: You can't miss this place. The famous "golden temple" 7. Fushimi Inari Shrine: The No.1 sightseeing spot chosen by overseas tourists! The 1,000 red torii gates lining the path are spectacular 8. Kiyomizu-zaka slope: Full of souvenir shops and local eateries 9. Kiyomizu Temple: The most popular tourist spot for Japanese tourists. The wood stage does not use a single nail 10. Sanneizaka: Souvenir shops lined up this pedestrian road 11. Yasaka Pagoda: A major symbol of Kyoto 12. Gion area: This is the beauty of historical city, Kyoto 13. Gion shopping street

We meet in Shinsekai area, an old neighborhood of Osaka, walk around the area then head toward the Minami area, Osaka's southern city center, including world-famous "Dotonbori". Osaka is well known as the food capital of Japan, or kitchen of Japan, and you will see why once you get here. There are so many restaurants all over the city, and all kinds! I'll show you not only the variety of foods Osaka can offer but also the history of the area, Japanese culture, tradition and everyday life of local people. I'd recommend you to take my walking tour at your earliest convenience once you arrive Osaka, since I'll talk a lot about what you can do and eat here, as well as restaurant recommendations. This will be an excellent activity for you to familiarize yourself to this amazing city, and also Japan over all. I'll try my best to let you have a good time while you're in my beloved city, Osaka!! I'm looking forward to showing you the best of my Osaka!! (Please note that this is not food tour, meaning no food is included in my tour. But Osaka being as a food capital of Japan, I talk a lot about food in my tour, which might make you hungry :-) Therefore try not to come join my Experience with empty stomach).

Top rated Osaka night life here where even close enough from Kyoto ! Please read detailed guest review to get to know more about my tour! "Let's get away from TOURIST TRAP like Doutonbori/Namba area and dive in to deep local side ! Point 1. Experience of this bar crawl will walk around deep side of Osaka, If you’re looking for "off the beaten path" munchies experience beyond Namba or Doutonbori area in Osaka, HERE is for YOU who wanna glimpse what a real local night life is. Point 2. Let me take you to three SPECIAL standing bar which most of them are originally opened as "liquor store" turned out to be a "Tapas Bar". Great things that we will have quality food/drinks as very reasonable price! Point 3. You will encounter a bunch of flavorful food/drinks surrounded by full of local. You will be fit in well to local life without language barrier. I'll order your favorite taste which something "adventurous" and sure fire food like seasonal sashimi or variety of meat and veggies. If you find your favorite sake, you can buy a bottle in order to have your souvenir! Let's enjoy the night out together like a local. besides, I would like to talk about culture differences! I’m music, movies and nature lover. Other things to note Food and drinks are NOT included in the tour fee. Average cost is about 6000 Yen in TOTAL 3 restaurant. Vegetarian friendly! LGBTQ friendly!

Bar hopping tour at Kyoto city center. We're exploring "Kawaramachi" and "Kiyamachi" areas, where local Kyoto people enjoy drinking. We will take you to real local bar and izakaya, difficult to find for foreigners. Also take you to some deep & hidden places you never know. This experience is not just for local foods and drinks, give you the opportunity to connect with local people. Cannot wait to show you guys around my city!! We will eat during the tour, so you don't need to eat before the tour. Let's enjoy food and drink like local! If you have special request related to place, food, date and so on, we can organize the tour up to your requests. ＜What's included＞ ○ 3 hours with a local guide ○ Admission fee is free ✖️ Alcoholic Beverages ✖️ Dinner ※We split the total amount, and 99 yen or less will be rounded up to make accounting smoother.

古都日本京都体验抹茶道文化 您可通过预约直接到店参与茶道体验，享受60分钟服务，潜心体验独特的日本文化之旅。在客人和我们的其他客人预约时间允许的情况下，还可以继续享受跟由佳老师喝茶交流。 在暗香庵的茶道体验，先从缓解您旅途中的疲劳开始，一边品尝由佳老师泡的迎客茶，一边畅谈茶道及其他各种。之后移动到另一层的抹茶茶室，在观赏老师打制的淡抹茶同时，还可以品尝抹茶及美味的和果子。这时候最好能够仔细观察老师的点茶动作，要问为什么的话，因为之后您将要亲自上阵，体验点茶中关键的环节。不过您不必担心，这时候老师会在您身边辅导和讲解，让您充分体验【点日本抹茶】的乐趣。 通过体验了解抹茶道文化渊源直接参与互动，能感受到的事物和那些无法亲身体会的部分。同时再让我们分享那些目所能的及心中感受的 比如“日本人是怎样生活的呢？”，“日本文化是怎么形成的呢？”等。通过抹茶道的体验能够让双方在不同文化的基础上，在交流的过程中做到拉进心灵的距离，暗香庵抹茶道体验的最大特点。 最后静下心来专注品尝自己打制的那份包含着日本深厚底蕴文化的抹茶来结束本次愉快的体验。 其他注意事项 除新年期间（12月31日-1月3日）外，体验活动全年对外开放，请按下列时间段预约体验。因每日体验活动满员的场合，将无法正常参加，所以请提前和我们联系。另，若预定日期或时间段满员的场合，会需要麻烦您变更时间，敬请谅解。

We will share a course-meal ranging from modern to traditional Japanese food across 4-6 food stands and restaurants. I have chosen these vendors to talk about quality food and rich food culture that represent Kyoto. Throughout the evening, we will try many kinds of foods that highlight Kyoto's rich culture. Other things to note: - Please let me know if you have food restrictions or allergies at least a week beforehand. I might not be able to fully accommodate restrictions as it is a group experience. - This experience is run by either myself or another trusted local guide. - I update my tour availability by the 3rd week for next month. Even if you don't see availability, please check back later.

First, choosing a kimono ♫ From among our collection, choose your favorite kimono. After deciding on your kimono, it is time for accessories!From obi to bags to other various accessories, you create your own unique kimono style! Our staff will help advise you on kimono styling and assist you in choosing the perfect accessories for your kimono!Hair-styling is free! Hair accessories are also free! I also gift you with a pair of tabi, or special socks to wear with kimono, as a memory of your trip!(October through May only) I conduct all hair-styling and kimono-dressing in a private room, so you will be able to relax and enjoy your privacy while getting ready.From choosing your kimono and obi to personal recommendations of the best places to visit in Kyoto, our staff will help advise you on where and how to go. After everything is done, it`s finally time to explore the streets of Kyoto!I ask that you return your kimono by 17:00. During the summer months, I will prepare Yukata. There are also men's kimonos and kimonos / yukatas for children over 4 years old. Enjoy the city of Kyoto with your family. Fitting+hair styling takes approximately 20~30 minutes per person. After styling, you are free to explore Kyoto! ＊As makeup is not included, please do it yourself. We are unable to dress pregnant women for health and safety reasons.

Welcome to KYOTO, JAPAN! Kyoto city is full of tourist spots, it's a kind of amusement park itself. But the transportation is so complicated even for Japanese people. Then tourists may visit 5-6 tourist spots in one day. But through this experience, we will take you to the most popular tourist spots in Kyoto, in one day! You have a chance to take photos of very beautiful scenery though this tour. 【Where to visit】 1. Meet in front of the Exit of JR Saga-Arashiyama station at "8:50" 2. Arashiyama: Beautiful bamboo forest and Japanese forested mountain 3. Ride the Randen Tram Line: Cute local small tram 4. Ryoan-ji Temple: The stone garden became famous because Queen Elizabeth visited here and praised it 5. Lunch: Eat at a Sushi-go-round (Sushi, Ramen, Kara-Age, Beer, Mochi too) 6. Kinkakuji Temple: You can't miss this place. The famous "golden temple" 7. Fushimi Inari Shrine: The No.1 sightseeing spot chosen by overseas tourists! The 1,000 red torii gates lining the path are spectacular 8. Kiyomizu-zaka slope: Full of souvenir shops and local eateries 9. Kiyomizu Temple: The most popular tourist spot for Japanese tourists. The wood stage does not use a single nail 10. Sanneizaka: Souvenir shops lined up this pedestrian road 11. Yasaka Pagoda: A major symbol of Kyoto 12. Gion area: This is the beauty of historical city, Kyoto 13. Gion shopping street

Welcome to my experience! :-) There are two parts in this experiences: Kimono dressing and Photoshoot. [ Kimono dressing ] ■ Arrive kimono shop 1.5-2 hrs BEFORE the SCHEDULED TIME of photoshoot ■ Select the right Kimono ■ A professional kitsuke sensei will help with wearing the Kimono ■ Then a professional stylist will help with hair styling ■ Kimono upgrade/Make-up service is available with additional fee (decide at the shop) [ Photoshoot ] ■ We meet at the Kimono shop ON the SCHEDULED TIME ■ Walk around Kyoto Gion area ■ As we walk together, I will suggest some suitable spots for photoshoot ■ I will take photo group by group ■ Session length is normally 90 min (Except for single participant non-private session - 60 min) ■ After the photoshoot, you can wear the kimono until 6pm [ About photo ] ■ all unedited JPEG 200-400 photos, send via cloud drive (within 1-5 days) ■ 10 edited full resolution photos per participant [ Note ] ■ You can always ask me if I can open the schedule for you if it’s not listed We also provide full scale package for half/full day casual or pre-wedding photoshoot at any locations within Japan. Please contact me for details. Other airbnb photoshoots experiences in Kansai area: ■ Kyoto Gion ■ Kyoto Gion with Kimono ■ Kyoto Fushimi Inari ■ Kyoto Fushimi Inari with Kimono ■ Kyoto Arashiyama ■ Nara Park ■ Osaka Castle

A cycling tour through Kyoto city should be more than just a simple ride-around, we take you deep inside. Our 9 km tour is focused on experiencing, exploring, and discovering Kyoto’s best-kept secrets, all in a short riding distance from our shop. Tranquil and contemplative Zen gardens, magnificent temples and shrines, we have carefully curated a tour that offers uniquely contrasting environments showcasing Kyoto’s distinctive history, culture, design, and craft. We have 3 departure times, 9am, 9:30, and 1pm. You must arrive 15 minutes before your departure. If you are late and miss the tour it's non-refundable. If you plan on arriving right at the departure time you may miss the tour so please plan ahead. The tours are usually 3 hours and 45 minutes. Our tour starts and finishes at our shop in north-western Kyoto city. This is a boutique journey, designed for those who seek a more in-depth understanding of Kyoto’s landscape. It features a visit inside the famous Golden Pavilion, but also takes time to stop and relax at other unique meditative Zen Gardens that are off the beaten path. Other things to note Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. Late/no-shows are non-refundable. Most guests take a taxi to our shop. We recommend wearing comfortable clothes for a fantastic day on the bike. I will cancel and refund tours due to heavy rain, storms, or inclement weather.

" Book Binding Workshop" 1. select book cover ( you can choose from our collection of old kimono textile / old cloth textile / varieties of fabrics ) 2. stitch the interior pages of the book by hand 3. cut the edge of the book to size 4. measure the book cover & other materials 5. set and arrange all paper and make book cover 6. assemble the interior of the book and book cover 7. press by hot iron with candle 8. use pressing tools to press book 9. glue on the cover of the book -finish- Other things to note: - If you are book lovers, we are happy to offer another class FOR BOOK LOVERS, class including FULL experience like Embossing ( please check another workshop of tsutomu ! - If you'd try Japanese Original book style , we reommend STAMPBOOK class. ( please check another workshop of tsutomu ! - If you are the family, we are very welcome. Under 5years old children might be difficult to have standard corse. In that case, KIMONO SKETCHBOOK class would be better ( please check another workshop of me, yoko !

In this 120-minute activity, you will wear the proper training gear and hold real katana swords to train just like the samurai did. The experience of handling a katana correctly and cutting through objects will be something you will never forget. ★The content of this experience★ 1. Getting dressed in the training gear 2. Learning how to draw and sheath the katana safely 3. Learning how to swing the katana correctly 4. Cutting rolled tatami mats with a real katana 5. Watching the master's katana performance ★Why Choose Us★ 1. An instructor with 20+ years of training Many facilities have undertrained instructors who can only teach tourists. Your instructor here has over 100 students nationwide and over 20 years of training experience. 2. The venue is a real dojo We are not a tourist spot but a real dojo where more than 20 students train regularly. 3. Everything is interpreted in English perfectly Shogo from the YouTube “Let’s ask Shogo (1.6M subs)”, who is a student of this dojo himself, will interpret everything in English perfectly.

This is a 3-hour 30-minute hiking lead by locals. Soba noodle Lunch is included. You will experience the holy mountain of Fushimi through an alternative off-beaten path. This experience includes: 1) Sightseeing of the main shrine and thousands of red gates, with an explanation of their history and cultural background. 2) Easy walking through a peaceful bamboo and cedar tree forest path, visiting authentic holy spots (worship stones & waterfall) and a factory. 3) Going up a forest route to the summit shrine (20 min). The summit is 233m high, and I will show you around the shrine. 4) Photo-shooting part. On the way down, I will show you lots of photogenic spots that are usually less crowded. 5) Snack & drink, and the breathtaking panorama view of Kyoto city from the viewpoint. 6) Lunch at the best soba restaurant. Vegan options are available but tell us IN ADVANCE. Other things to note: Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and bring a hands-free backpack for hiking. The paths are well-organized, but you will go up/down some stairs. The time schedule may differ depending on your walking speed.

Don’t get caught standing in a crowd of tourists trying to get a good photo. We provide a personal hiking experience. This is the ONLY tour at Fushimi Inari which goes off paved paths, onto actual forest trails. We know of hidden bamboo groves and beautiful evergreens around Fushimi Inari Shrine. Local trails lead us to the main shrine with thousands of red torii gates, and we know of secluded trails that lead to old and hidden alters. We will begin at Tofukuji Station and wander into a quiet neighborhood, visiting small shrines on the way to the mountain. Then take a trail to see a wonderful bamboo grove, and connect to the main path filled with the famous vermilion torii gates. We will reach the summit of the mountain, which is covered in the ​shrine alters and then venture back down the mountain on a forested trail, visiting smaller shrines on the way to another bamboo grove. This will lead us to the most famous area of Fushimi Inari, perfect for a memorable photo. We will finish at the main shrine at the base of the mountain, where you can enjoy some local street food before you continue your adventure in the wonderful city of Kyoto. Please understand that this is a hike, not a normal walk, so it will require some effort. We will not recommend joining if you have trouble walking or not in a good condition.

Uncover the little-known sake culture of Fushimi, Kyoto on a 3-hour insider brewery visit + fun and educational sake tasting and food pairing session with an expert. - Insider Sake Brewery Tour You’ll take a short walk to visit the largest sake brewery in Fushimi, where you’ll deepen your knowledge of sake and witness traditional brewing processes which have been passed down from generation to generation. At the end of your brewery tour you’ll have the chance to taste a few of the flavors produced there. - Sake Tasting with an Expert You’ll get to try flavors of sake you may never have experienced before – as we’ll introduce you to bottles which have never been exported. Your expert guide will explain the differences in taste – dry, sweet, rich, fruity – and how each of these are produced. - Food Pairing You’ll also be served various Otsumami – Japanese snacks which traditionally accompany alcohol – so you can see which types of food and flavor best accompany the different sake types. This is a fun and educational sake tasting. Join this experience at the beginning of your trip in Japan, then you'll be able to enjoy sake rest of your trip! ※Dec 28th to Jan 4th, please see "1.5H Kyoto Insider Sake Experience instead. Other things to note ・If your group has more people than what it shows on availability, contact us. ・Please see our website for info of brewery renovation.

この体験では古都京都の街を散策し、お寺や京町などの歴史を楽しみながら、写真撮影体験ツアーを通じて特別な思い出を作ることができます。 最初に、スターバックス京都祇園ホテル店あたりで待ち合わせし、当日の流れを説明します。二年坂、八坂の塔はもちろん、観光客が少ない穴場スポットも訪れながら、一周ツアーを楽しんでいただきます。途中、いくつかの定番撮影スポットもありますので、思い出の一枚を残しながら進みましょう。また、祇園周辺以外でも撮影が可能ですので、遠慮せずにご相談ください。 体験時には着物の着用や和装メイクがおすすめします。 京都の街には多くの着物レンタルショップがありますので、 ご希望の方は事前にお知らせいただければ、予約のお手伝いも可能です。 体験の所要時間は約2時間になります。 京都を初めて訪れる方にとっても、この体験は特におすすめです！ぜひあなただけの素敵な思い出作りにお越しください。 【この体験に含まれてるもの】 ・ 2時間の撮影体験と文化のディープツアー（英語、日本語、中国語など、3ヶ国語対応可能） ・ 写真（未編集の写真80-100枚以上と、10枚のフル編集写真） 【注意事項】 ・ お子様がいらっしゃる場合でも、2歳まで無料で体験可能です。 ・ 未編集の写真は撮影後48〜72時間以内にクラウド経由でお送りいたします。 ・ フル編集写真は撮影後1週間以内にクラウド経由でお送りいたします。（繁忙期の場合、2週間以上かかることもあります。） 他に気になる点やご質問がありましたら、お気軽にホストへのお問い合わせボタンを通じてご連絡ください。

In my workshop, you will make one SASHIKO coaster of your own. You can choose your favorite pattern from various samplers, and I’ll teach how to stitch from scratch. You can also choose the color of thread and fabric to make your original one. All the tools and materials (threads, fabric and the needle) will be provided. You don't have to bring anything but your creativity! There are mainly two methods in sashiko; Moyou-zashi and Hitome-zashi. My workshop is specialized in Hitome-zashi technique. It uses grid lines as a guide to stitch. After stitching horizontal lines all the way, we add the vertical lines or diagonal lines(depends on the pattern). You will be just amazed how the beautiful pattern emerges as you stitch. Both the beginners and the experienced embroiderers are welcomed since you can choose the pattern to make. Please come and join me to experience Japanese beautiful folk embroidery.

On arrival, we'll create our own handmade paper from the raw ingredients, which will be turned into four postcards. Designing the paper with pressed flowers and leaves is the most fun process. While drying the paper, we'll watch a short movie about how Japanese paper is made, enjoy chatting over drinks. When the paper is dried, I'll show you how to use a traditional brush pen to write messages on the cards in Japanese. At the end, I 'll be able to guide you on how to mail your unique cards to your friends or family. Other things to note; Please be sure to bring the mailing addresses of the people you want to send your postcards to.