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A long-established inn founded in 1912"Sumiya Ryokan"
The calm, sukiya-style building stands out in Sanjo Fuyacho, the heart of Kyoto. From the guest rooms and teahouse, you can enjoy the beautiful changes of the seasons in the courtyard.At the matcha experience at Sumiya Ryokan, you will be taught how to make and drink matcha, and you can try making it yourself or drink the matcha you made with your family or friends.You can have a fun time.
Sumiya Ryokan is also famous as a tea ceremony inn with deep ties to the Urasenke school. There are five tea rooms in the building, the most famous of which is Gyokutoan. It was named by the 14th head of the Urasenke school, Tantansai, after his predecessor, who was born in the year of the rabbit.
This plan is,Private plans for groupsFor those who are not comfortable sitting upright, we also have chair seats available. Please take this opportunity to come to Sumiya Ryokan.
The official website of Sumiya Ryokan can be found here
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"Okazaki-an" is a Japanese-style mansion built by "Ueba Hide", a famous geisha in Kyoto, to live out the rest of her life with her husband "Shundo Koji", who was a producer at Toei, and their daughter "Takako".
It is a luxurious building with modern interior design and a Noh stage made entirely of cypress, which was rare at the time, and the windows offer a panoramic view of the torii gates of Heian Shrine and Mt. Daimonji.
This is a luxurious plan where you can enjoy a meal while watching a maiko perform on the Noh stage in this elegant setting.
Limited to one group per time slotSo, after your viewing, you can take commemorative photos, chat with the maiko, and have them all to yourself, which will surely be an unforgettable memory of your trip to Kyoto.
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It has been passed down as one of Japan's traditional arts, along with flower arranging and tea ceremony."The Art of Incense"is an art form in which fragrant wood is burned and the scent is used to evoke poetry or scenes.
In this plan, you can learn about the culture of incense and participate in an incense gathering where you can light several different types of incense and try to guess which ones have the same scent.
The "Oko no Kai" is a descendant of the 12th Emperor Keiko.Hosted by the head of the Sanbon Oeda school of incenseThe location is a mansion built by Japanese painter Kansetsu Hashimoto as a studio for his own work."Hakusamuraso"Why not experience this elegant culture that has continued since the Heian period?
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An original handmade experience typical of Kyoto!
Would you like to make something original, one of a kind in the world, in a homely shop experience?
Located near Kyoto Station and the Kyoto Aquarium, you can experience original Kyoto-style handicrafts such as making bracelets, scented bags, Kyoto prayer beads, and online scented bags.
Since it is made indoors, you can experience it regardless of the weather or climate, so it is enjoyed by everyone from children to the elderly.
We accept everything from small groups to large groups (need to discuss the number of people), and we offer a variety of experiences such as children's parties and experiences for parents and children to make memories of their trip to Kyoto.Link KyotoHandmadebraceletsachetKyoto prayer beadsaccessoriesKyoto StationKyoto AquariumLINK KYOTOexperienceKyotogenuine
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Enjoy a pottery experience (painting experience, hand-making experience) of Kiyomizu ware, a traditional craft of Kyoto!
This is the Mori Pottery Museum in front of Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
In addition to selling Kiyomizu ware and other ceramics and Japanese accessories, you can also enjoy pottery experiences such as painting and hand-making.From 1 person to 250 people can experience it at once.
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Come and create your own work using the world's thinnest and most beautiful Japanese gold leaf!
Everyone from students on school trips to people from overseas enjoy the gold leaf stamping experience.
There are three experience courses: Simple Course, Standard Course, and High Grade Course.
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Enjoy the handmade experience of making your own family crest goods!
The family crest workshop of Baba Dye Kogyo Co., Ltd., a long-established Kyoto company founded 143 years ago.”Hiiragiya Shinshichi”｡
In a quaint workshop that retains the atmosphere of an old dyeing factory, you can make goods with your birthday emblem, your favorite Sengoku warlord's crest, or a historical figure's crest on them.
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You can try making your own ``one-of-a-kind flower hairpin''!
Even small pieces of cloth that would otherwise be thrown away are cherished and used with care.
I want to spread the spirit of tsumamizaiku, so I don't just teach techniques, but I focus on the experience of ``finishing a piece of work''.
The thrill of seeing a small piece of cloth that would otherwise have been thrown away become a wonderful accessory, and the joy of playing with colors will soothe your mind and forget the time.
Please take a look at how much you can bring out the personality of the cloth that changes by pinching it, and how it transforms into a chance encounter and a single flower petal.*The experience is for 2 or more people.
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We offer a variety of experiences such as Japanese clothing, tea ceremony, calligraphy, flower arranging, and incense listening!
You can enjoy a variety of cultural experiences in a spacious store with a Japanese-style atmosphere.
We accept reservations well in advance so that our customers can enjoy the experience at their leisure.
We will also travel to your desired location other than Kyogokoro, so please feel free to contact us.
At Kyoto Handicraft Center, you can enjoy shopping and dining by reservation.LINK KYOTOhistoryKyoto sightseeingexperienceKyotogenuinetraditional culture
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Ittoen museum, where people live a life of service without possessions
Ittoen Museum ``Kosoin'' is a museum that introduces ``Ittoen'', which was founded in 1904 by Mr. Tenko Nishida.Currently, ``Ittoen'' has formed a family-like community in a corner of Yamashina, Kyoto, and lives a life of service (alms) as shown by Mr. Amaka.Based on the belief that if one lives a life in harmony with nature, one can be forgiven and live even if one does not own anything or exchange one's work for money, and always has a heart of repentance and lives a life of service without possessions. going.
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