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See, touch, play and discover the charm of kanji in Kyoto!
Japan's first "museum specializing in kanji" opened in 2016 near Yasaka Shrine in Gion, Kyoto.
This is a facility where you can enjoy learning about Japanese kanji culture through hands-on exhibits.
This is an experiential museum where you can not only look at kanji, but also experience many surprises and discoveries through exhibits that you can touch, learn, and enjoy.
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Saga Arashiyama has been loved by aristocrats and cultural figures since ancient times.
This museum is a museum that conveys the history and charm of Hyakunin Isshu, which is said to have originated in this area, as well as the essence of Japanese painting.Climb the stone steps, pass through the Kanmokumon gate, and step into the rock garden where you can enjoy the beauty of the four seasons: weeping cherry blossoms in the spring, azaleas in the early summer, red leaves in the fall, and snow caps in the winter.
The view from the second floor is like the world of a Japanese painting, with Mt. Ogura, which is associated with Hyakunin Isshu, in the background, and Arashiyama and the Oi River, which have been famous scenic spots since ancient times, as borrowed scenery.
We offer exciting exhibitions each season so that everyone can enjoy the beauty of Japan and its beautiful nature.You can also use it only for cafes and shops.
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The usual Kyoto sightseeing + hot springs, a trip to heal your mind and body.
Kyoto, whose culture was originally rooted in a land rich in nature, has many hot springs and a variety of spring qualities. Kyoto's hot springs healed the fatigue of many of our ancestors. In addition to enjoying walking around the town, how about a trip where you can feel the ``attractiveness of the hot springs''? Enjoy hot springs more easily.
“SPA PASS KYOTO”
You can experience a "hot spring tour" of up to 3 of the 9 hot spring facilities in Kyoto City.
(There are a total of 5 types of tickets: 1 hot spring bathing ticket that allows you to choose 3 of the 6 free facilities, and 4 tickets that include a hot spring bath plus a cafe or lunch.)
Even if you don't know how to enter a hot spring, it is okay! At the reception desk at the facility, you will receive an original hand towelwith an illustration of onsen bathing etiquette. Please visit Kyoto's hot springs to heal your body after a long day of sightseeing.
【Implementation period】
Release period: December 28th, 2023 (Thu) to February 8th, 2024 (Thu)
Usage period: January 10th, 2024 (Wed) - February 12th, 2024 (Mon)*Payment can only be made online by credit card.
*When going out, please use the convenient city buses and subways.
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What is a tourist ship?
Touristship is the traveler's version of sportsmanship.
It refers to the attitude and actions of enjoying interactions while being considerate of and contributing to the destination.Please take a look at his highly acclaimed and moving lecture, ``How to fight against overtourism? What is the world that tourist ships aim for?''
Learn more➡ https://touristship.jp/about/
Tourist Ship General Incorporated Association
Representative Director Chieko Tanaka
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Enjoy the quiet morning of Arashiyama, where you can enjoy the autumn colors, from the boat.
We also have a special plan where you can enjoy breakfast on board!
Enjoy Arashiyama to the fullest during the quiet early morning hours.
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The dream waterway of our predecessors, which can be traced by canal boat
Traces of many great achievements that can only be seen by boarding the shipLake Biwa Canal is an artificial canal built to revive Kyoto's industry, which had declined due to the relocation of the capital to Tokyo. This project, which was completed after overcoming numerous difficulties, was a major project in Kyoto during the Meiji period, carried out solely by Japanese people. The Lake Biwa Canal has been revived after 70 years.
Please enjoy a boat trip where you can see for yourself the achievements of our predecessors while enjoying the scenery around the canal that creates a seasonal atmosphere.▶ Unique points
《Points that can only be seen by those on board》
・Among the plaques written by politicians who represent the Meiji period that are displayed at the entrance of each tunnel, the only one inside the tunnel is Kunimichi Kitagaki, the third governor of Kyoto who planned and constructed the canal project. It's a flat forehead.
・Passengers on board can see the pit, which was the first in Japan to use the pit method, from below.LINK KYOTOautumn leavescherry blossomshistoryKyoto sightseeingsightseeingexperienceKyoto culture
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In March 2023, we will introduce the efforts of local companies as part of the "Project to promote visualization of efforts contributing to sustainable tourism"“Sustainable Tourism KYOTO”has been issued.
We who love this town and the tourists who love this town.
Even if we have the same thoughts,
There is an invisible wall between residents and tourists.I made that wall
It may be the way of "journey" that we have provided so far.In the eternal history of over 1000 years,
In this town, people's wisdom and creativity intersect, culture develops, and the city flourishes.And now, there are people who have started to create new value for tourism by reviewing the “travel” of the past.
I would like to ask people living in Kyoto, working people, and everyone involved in tourism.
What can we do now for Kyoto to continue to be Kyoto?▶️open pdf
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Kyoto Tourism Ethics Promotion Declaration Company
Company committed to Sustainable Tourism in Kyoto
Tourism business operators, workers, tourists, and citizens respect each other,In order to further promote “sustainable tourism” for Kyoto to continue to be Kyoto,We will support tourism business operators who are trying to promote initiatives in line with Kyoto tourism morals.
Applicant
Reception counter Kyoto City Tourism Association
E-mail moral@kyokanko.or.jp
Tel 075-213-0070 (10:00-17:30, closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays)
Cooperation Kyoto City
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A special place called Kyoto, a Noh stage built on the site of the Hana-no-Imperial Palace
Would you like to experience a secret that has been around for 650 years?Was Zeami the original idol boy?Starting with an interesting story about Noh, you will practice singing, experience how to walk and move in Noh, and see and wear gorgeous Noh costumes up close.He is a mysterious Noh mask and a Noh accompaniment that is as good as an orchestra.
There is something like the backbone of the Japanese people, such as straightening your collar and standing tall, which we often forget. Why not explore the business model of a culture that has continued for about 650 years since the Muromachi period? Also, rediscover the good things about Japan by experiencing the awareness and learning.
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Representatives (around 10 people) will actually step onto the Noh stage and learn how to stand and walk in Noh. There are also experiences of playing musical instruments and wearing gorgeous Noh costumes. Try on a Noh mask and experience how a Noh performer sees the perspective from which he dances. If the Kawamura Noh Stage is not available, it can be held on another stage or at your accommodation.NohLINK KYOTOhistoryKyoto sightseeingexperienceKyotogenuineKyoto culture
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