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Community-led tours across Japan
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On this one-day tour, you will explore and immerse yourself in the Yanaka neighborhood with a friendly local guide and Team Yanesen staff for the whole day. The guide will take you to the Nezu Shrine and Yanaka Ginza for foodie tours, where you can try local sweets, drinks, and snacks. As for lunch, we will offer Onigiri riceball making and bento boxes filled with local favorites. Enjoy making shaped kawaii onigiri! In the afternoon, you will try Shodo, Japanese calligraphy, enjoy Matcha or Toky
You will have relaxing time with friendly horses at our sanctuary located at the foot of Mount Fuji. This experience gives you an opportunity to connect with kind animals in a serene setting near the historic Omuro Sengen Shrine. The activity is flexible, you can feed, brush, ride and play with the horses, adjusting the timing of each activity according to your preference. This is a fun and safe experience for everyone, including beginners. Whether you’re travelling as a family, a couple, or s
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement, a timeless practice that dates back centuries. This art form may seem esoteric and inaccessible at first glance, but with just a little basic knowledge and practice, anyone can create their own flower arrangements. Learning ikebana offers insight into the essence of the Japanese perception of nature. Flower arranging was once a mandatory "mannerism" for well-educated men, such as samurais and Buddhist monks. We invite you to step into the world
[The Experience] Discover the intersection of tradition and modern design. Located just 5 minutes from the Kanayama transport hub, this session takes place in a contemporary art studio nestled within the historic grounds of GANKO-JI Temple. [A Rare Encounter] Depending on the day, you may have the exclusive chance to meet the Temple Priest or his wife, who will share personal insights into temple life. Kayoko will provide live English translation. [Special Temple Welcome] Before we begin our
Immerse yourself in the vibrant anime culture of Ikebukuro on a private walking tour tailored to your tastes. Begin near Ikebukuro Station and explore iconic shopping areas like Sunshine City, filled with character goods and unique themed stores. Your guide will customize the route to maximize your experience, helping you navigate the best spots for figures, merch, cards and gachapon while offering insights into the local anime scene. This tour is designed for both newcomers and collectors,
THIS IS NOT YOUR AVERAGE TOUR. The ultimate private insider tour of Osaka. Wander with us like a savvy local and check out some of the coolest, lesser known things Osaka has to offer. Perfect for influencers, fashion lovers, collectors, explorers, music lovers, and others looking for a truly underground experience. Do something unforgettable on your trip to Osaka and get an inside peak at the city. This tour will be custom tailored to you/your group: • Want to check out all of the music memor
"Our Concept: We are your friend in Ishigaki!" This is not just a stiff, historical tour. We guide you like a local friend showing you around our beautiful home island. Relax, laugh, and let’s make unforgettable memories together! This experience is flexible. Enjoy comfortable private transportation and discover the island’s culture, nature, and scenic viewpoints without feeling rushed. Your guide will ensure smooth timing. This tour is perfect for travelers who want a stress-free and personaliz
Experience Japan’s Hidden Gems with a Private Taxi Tour! Explore the breathtaking Iya Valley and Oku-Iya region in comfort and efficiency with our private taxi service. Perfect for solo travelers and groups, we provide smooth access to remote attractions that public buses can’t reach. Our knowledgeable drivers use translation devices and multilingual brochures to share the history and culture of each destination. With a pre-set itinerary, you’ll visit all the must-see spots efficiently and wit
Step into a traditional Japanese calligraphy experience in the heart of Tokyo and create a meaningful souvenir to take home. In this 1.5-hour private session, you won’t just learn how to write—you’ll experience the beauty, philosophy, and mindfulness behind Japanese calligraphy. Guided by a professional calligrapher, you will explore the meaning of kanji and discover how each stroke expresses emotion and intention. By the end of the class, you will create your own unique artwork—whether it’s y
Experience Japanese culture through traditional calligraphy in a peaceful Buddhist temple in Asakusa, Tokyo. This private group experience begins with a step-by-step calligraphy lesson, where you will learn how to hold the brush, use ink, and write Japanese characters. No previous experience is needed. Choose a favorite Japanese word or phrase and create your own calligraphy artwork with personalized guidance from your host. You can take your finished piece home as a unique souvenir of your time
Private Japanese calligraphy experience in Namba, the center of tourism in Osaka. Create your own original calligraphy works and take home a one-of-a-kind souvenir from Japan! All of our products provide private experiences, so you can take photos anytime and make adjustments toward the satisfaction of your experience. (e.g. I want you to take lots of photos during the experience. I want you to proceed slowly to match my child's pace accordingly. etc...) We will provide a special time for each
Step into the elegant world of Shodō, Japan’s traditional art of brush writing. In this completely private lesson, held inside a welcoming Kyoto home, you’ll be guided by a calligraphy master with over 55 years of experience. No other guests will join your session, allowing you and your companions to enjoy an intimate and authentic experience in a calm, homely atmosphere. Learn the proper brush techniques, feel how the calligrapher’s state of mind shapes each stroke, and create your own beautif
Experience a private Japanese calligraphy session, limited to one group per day. Begin by grinding ink and calming your mind, then learn the basics of brushwork at your own pace. Create your own unique piece and take home a meaningful memory of your time in Japan. Enjoy a hands-on Japanese tea experience, where you can whisk your own matcha and savor a peaceful moment inspired by traditional tea culture.
Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class in a local Hiroshima home with your host Machiko. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Your cooking class will take place in a local home kitchen where Machiko will teach you how to make 2-3 traditional Japanese dishes that she enjoys cooking for family and friends. After cooking, enjoy your meal together in your host's Japanese home. On days they are available, Machiko's husband and kids may join you
In this cooking class in Osaka learn to cook an authentic Japanese meal with Yoko! Yoko learned to cook from her mother when she was young and later joined a culinary institute in Osaka. A food loving, travel loving, people loving Osakan, who is passionate about Japanese food and excited to share her knowledge and teach you about Japan's rich history and culture. Get introduced to Japanese cooking techniques, key ingredients, flavors while you learn to cook some popular Japanese dishes in your 1
Join a hands-on cooking workshop in Hadano City, Kanagawa Prefecture, known for having the best-rated spring water in Japan, certified by the Ministry of the Environment. Set in a peaceful, local home setting, you'll collect fresh spring water from the famous Kobo no Shimizu spring and use it to cook a traditional Japanese breakfast: onigiri (rice balls), tamagoyaki (Japanese omelet), miso soup, and green tea. This experience is perfect for food lovers, cultural explorers, and families with chi
You will have the opportunity to taste the unique umami of each type of dashi. Please savor a taste of kombu dashi (prepared three days in advance). Next, experience the umami of the finest dashi by shaving bonito flakes. We take pride in using water from Yoro, Gifu Prefecture. You'll witness the preparation of dishes such as dashi-maki tamago (rolled omelette with dashi) and miso soup right in front of you across the counter. Engage in lively conversation with the chef as you experience an imm
⭐Activity Description Experience a relaxing private Japanese facial just a 3-minute walk from Kyoto Station. Step into a quiet, hidden salon and enjoy a peaceful moment away from the busy city. This treatment is designed to gently cleanse, nourish, and refresh your skin using Japanese skincare techniques. Perfect for travelers looking to relax, reset, and experience authentic Japanese beauty culture. Optional traditional face shaving is available for those who wish to try this unique technique.
Meet your local host Michiyo and let her introduce you to the special menu of the day, before you start your hands-on cooking experience in her Kyoto kitchen. Michiyo truly enjoys sharing her knowledge on Japanese cooking techniques that she has perfected over the years. You will learn to make dashi stock (a fundamental building block of Japanese cuisine), and to perfectly prepare sushi rice for chirashi-sushi that you will later garnish in a traditional wooden bowl. The cooking portion of the e
Join your host Yoshiko in her kitchen and learn to prepare 2-3 Japanese home style dishes from scratch! Yoshiko will have you start by showing you how to make dashi stock, the Japanese foundation that most dishes are based on. You will learn how to use dashi instead of water when preparing Japanese cuisine to bring out the umami flavor of each dish. You can expect the cooking portion of your experience to last about an hour before you sit down to enjoy the meal you helped prepare. Yoshiko will a
〇 It's a luxurious private live! A performer will play the traditional Japanese instruments just for you. Please enjoy the sounds of Koto-Japanese harp and feel the world of Koto up close. 〇 Sit in a chair and enjoy yourself. You can sit on a chair and relax in the shop which is a renovated Kyomachiya-traditional Japanese house. Why don't you hold a hidden concert just for you in the atmosphere of local Kyoto, which is different from the tourist spots? 〇Enjoy the sounds of authentic Japanese
Freshly prepared Japanese food is waiting for you. Enjoy the rich flavors of Japanese sake while tasting the harmony of Japanese cuisine and rice wine. Learn about the process of making sake and the connection between sake and Japanese people. The fragrance of sake is classified into four categories, each of which will be carefully explained. Learn about which dishes pair well with which kinds of sake. We will also teach you how to order (in Japanese) at a Japanese style pub. Make no mistake. Yo
Kanazawa is one of the three major confectionery areas in Japan. The Sono Residence was built in 1921, and each room of the residence and its tea ceremony room was built under the guidance of the Omotesenke Iemoto, a master of the Omotesenke school of tea ceremony, for use in tea ceremonies In this program, you can experience making seasonal Japanese sweets with a Japanese confectionary chef, and then you can experience the tea
Step into a local Tokyo kitchen for a private Japanese cooking class that combines authentic home cooking with warm hospitality. Begin with green tea as your host, a certified Japanese calligrapher, writes your name in beautiful Kanji before guiding you through simple, seasonal recipes that are easy to recreate at home. Choose from handmade udon, tempura, okonomiyaki or Japanese sweets, then relax over the meal you've prepared together, ending with homemade plum or yuzu sake.