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Samurai Training with Modern day Musashi in Kyoto
▼This is the Most Authentic Samurai Training Activity in Japan▼ In this 120-minute activity held by "Yushinkan Kyoto," a katana dojo that regularly teaches more than 20 students, anyone to learn how to draw, hold, wield, and sheath the katana from the modern-day Miyamoto Musashi. Watching the samurai master’s skills who has been training since he was 12 years old, and actually getting your hands on a real katana to chop mats will be an experience you will never forget. Shogo from the YouTube channel “Let's ask Shogo (1.6M subs)” will give you clear instructions and happily answer any questions about katana, samurai, and martial arts. We will provide you with everything you need for your training. ▼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
Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI
Only Tea Ceremony venue to win the Tripadvisor Travelers Choice Award four years in a row. KYOTO MAIKOYA relocated to an old machiya house registered Tangible Cultural Property by the local government. It is a historic townhouse where you can feel the real Japanese culture and enjoy the tea ceremony by gazing at two picturesque Japanese tea gardens. You will make Green tea (Matcha) in an ancient style tea ceremony room wearing Kimono. Kimono is prepared for both males and females. Learning about a country through cultural workshops and activities will give you a better understanding of our intricate history, valued social principals and holistic way of life.
Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto
Discover Kyoto and nara on a full-day guided tour. Visit the Todai-ji temple, The temple is a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site as one of the "Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara", together with seven other sites including temples, shrines and places in the city of Nara. Experience feeding the deer at Nara Park, and see the famous Golden Pavilion of kyoto, explore the kimono forest , marvel at the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Fushimi Inari.
Kyoto Custom Highlight: Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
Take control of your sightseeing itinerary by booking this customised tour. Whether its a minimum of 4-hour or a full day trip consisting of 8 hours, visit all the sights you wish with a professional guide. Choose from an enormous range of cultural and historical landmarks and tick off your desired attractions all in one day! Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavillion), Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kiyomizu temple and Gion district are just a pocketful of destinations out of countless others. Wherever you request, we will do our best to accommodate you as well as possible. Hotel meet-up and drop-off are included to ensure you receive a totally stress-free experience.
Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English-Speaking Guide
Kyoto is one of the most famous spots to visit in Japan. Therefore, during the day, it is hard to see everything peacefully. In this tour, we start early to beat the crowds! We visit Fushimi-Inari Shrine, Kinkakuji, and Arashiyama. ⬇︎PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY⬇︎ *Please note that this is WALKING tour that uses public transportation. This is not a bus tour. *Please note, this tour is APPROXIMATELY 5 hours, meaning it can differ by around 30 minutes before or after the estimated time. *Our guide will contact you through what's app so please download what's app prior to this tour. This is to enhance smooth meeting between the guide and the guests. *Please be at the meeting spot, 5 minutes early than the scheduled time. On pages 4 to 6 of our photos, we have attached further instructions. As we have other groups in the tour, we cannot accept any late guests. If you are late, YOU CANNOT JOIN the tour and will not be given a refund. *This tour has up to 8 people.
Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Bus Tour Return by Bus
Escape from the city of Tokyo and discover Japan's natural miracle around the World Heritage Mt. Fuji and Hakone in 1 day! The deluxe coach will take you to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji and explore the Ninja House and relaxing Japanese Garden. And enjoy a Lunch buffet with local fresh food. Feel the energy at Owakudani Valley, the Great Boiling Valley. Go for a landscape ride on a sky gondola then feel the breeze from a Lake Ashi cruise. ・Maximize time in Japan with a day trip to see the World Heritage Mt. Fuji and Hakone ・A Professional English-speaking guide attend this tour ・Additionally, multilingual audio guidance is available in EN, FR, IT, ES, DE, PT, UK ・Explore the Ninja trick house and beautiful Japanese garden as if you were Ninja ・Exhilarating experience at Hakone Ropeway ・There are several days that this tour finish at Odawara station. Please read "Additional Information" for more details
Kyoto Samurai Experience
Experience Katana and Zen in a historical Samurai house in Kyoto. This is an excellent chance for visitors to try out a REAL Katana (Japanese sword) and Samurai culture. Through this course, you can learn and feel “Bushido” with Katana and Zen.
Kintsugi Experience: Art of Golden Joinery in Tokyo
Enjoy the art of recreating broken pottery into your one and only masterpiece. Take home with you the story you made in Japan. Kintsugi is a delicate technique; you are NOT allowed to bring any personal ceramic pieces to this course. You will use the plates prepared for beginners by the studio.
Private Car Tour to Mt. Fuji Lake Kawaguchiko or Hakone Lake Ashi
Find the iconic Mt. Fuji from its best angles. Choose between Lake Kawaguchiko the Fuji 5 Lakes or Hakone area. Friendly to any age, 5 Lakes is the most desired destination. Stunning view of Mt Fuji with the famous five-story pagoda from Arakurasengen Shrine, seasonal colors and flowers, Japanese traditional village, the mysterious Aokigahara Forest and lava caves, Oshino Hakkai, the 5th Station, etc., can all be enjoyed in this area. Hakone, popular destination for hot springs has activities such as ropeway ride to Owakudani to enjoy the volcanic activity and black eggs, Lake Ashi cruise, see the Torii Gate standing on the water, diverse museums such as Hakone Open Air Museum, MOA Hakone Museum, etc., can all be enjoyed. 1)A qualified guide and a driver or a guide with both skills will accompany your party in a private car. 2)Fully operated by Japanese staff who have great knowledge of the surroundings, to curate your personalized hassle-free tour 3)Please ask if you are over 9 pax
Ultimate Osaka Walking Tour(Osaka Castle, Shinsekai, Dotonbori)
Weave through the streets of this fabled city with an experienced guide who will start your Osaka journey with tales of local history, quirky facts & a healthy slice of humour. Experience Osaka as a local would, as you are shown the real Osaka. Experience Namba & Dotonbori, the neon heart of Osaka . Hit the back streets and see how the past lives with the present at Hozenji. Pass through Kuromon, the fish market that has served Osaka well for 200 years. Experience Shinsekai, the retro district, which will showcase its nostalgic charm from a time long past. Osaka Castle will showcase it's immense role in the unification of Japan in 16th century. Walk through Shinsaibashi, the famous shopping district and see Japans love for consumer retail. Catch Den-Den Town, Osaka’s answer to Tokyo’s Akihabara. This tour isn't just a sightseeing journey; it will show you everything Osaka has to offer from its culinary prowess, historical relevance, and modern charm.
Attractions in Japan
- Mt. Fuji (Fuji-san)
- Shibuya
- Senso-ji Temple (Asakusa Temple)
- Tokyo Imperial Palace
- Kawaguchi-ko (Lake Kawaguchi)
- Lake Ashi (Ashi-no-ko)
- Fushimi Inari Shrine (Fushimi Inari Taisha)
- Hakone Ropeway
- Akihabara
- Mt. Fuji 5th Station
- Tokyo Skytree
- Tokyo Tower
- Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingu)
- Ghibli Museum
- Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
- Kiyomizu-dera Temple
- Kokugikan Sumo Stadium & Museum
- Gion Corner
- Arashiyama Park
- Ginza
- Tsukiji Fish Market
- Harajuku
- Nara Park (Nara Koen)
- Owakudani
- Osaka Castle (Osaka-jo)
- Nishiki Market
- Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho)
- Nijo-jo Castle
- Odaiba Seaside Park (Oaidaba Kaihin Koen)
- Shinjuku Golden Gai
- Hama Rikyu Gardens
- Shinjuku Park (Shinjuku Gyoen)
- Pontocho Alley
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
- Dotonbori
- Nikko National Park
- Ginkaku-ji Temple (Silver Pavilion)
- Jigokudani Monkey Park (Jigokudani Yaen Koen)
- Tokyo Station (Tokyo Eki)
- Yanaka
- Tenryu-ji Temple
- Universal Studios Japan
- Tokyo Disneyland®
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Yasaka Shrine (Gion Shrine)
- Roppongi
- Aokigahara Forest
- Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
- Rainbow Bridge
- Memory Lane (Omoide Yokocho)