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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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At the same time as you enjoy matcha, you can also learn how to make usucha!
A city-run tea room that is unique to a tea area. Enjoy seasonal sweets while watching matcha and sencha tea being served on a daily basis.
[Special note]
Only about 15 people can be seated at the tea ceremony at a time (15 people on chairs, 30 people in total).It takes about 20 minutes for one seat.
Please note that the matcha and sencha styles change daily.
*There is no parking lot at Taihoan, please use a nearby parking lot.
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A one-day limited project that combines ingredients from Fukui Prefecture and the skills of a restaurant owner from Kyoto.
A feast of Fukui brand ingredients and Kyoto craftsmanship
Aiming to inherit the traditions and techniques of Japanese cuisine and spread its appeal.Collaboration project between Japanese Culinary Academy and JTB Kyoto Branch
"Miketsukuni"It has had a deep relationship with Kyoto since ancient times.Fresh seafood and mountain blessings from Fukui Prefectureand,Nationally registered intangible cultural propertywas also registered in“Kyoto cuisine”multiplied by“Fukui Gourmet Travel Campaign”It will be held.
12 long-established restaurants in KyotoEach member selects seasonal ingredients from Fukui Prefecture ingredients and creates new menus that utilize the skills of artisans. Comes with a souvenir made from Fukui's traditional crafts!Enjoy the taste of a famous long-established restaurant worth 20,000 yen using ingredients from Fukui Prefecture.This project allows you to enjoy it at a special price of 15,000 yen!Please take this opportunity to participate.
For JTB's restaurant project, we always accept applications from solo participants!
■Event schedule
Friday, January 12, 2024 Noon KikunoiFriday, January 19, 2024 Night YachiyoSunday, January 21, 2024 Noon KumahikoFriday, January 26, 2024 Night UosanroSaturday, January 27, 2024 Night TsurukiyoFriday night, February 2, 2024 Yamabana Heihachi ChayaSunday night, February 4, 2024 Kyoto cuisine IsobeFriday night, February 9, 2024 Tankuma Kita storeSaturday night, February 10, 2024 NakamuraroFriday night, February 16, 2024 TatsumiyaFriday night, February 23, 2024 MinokichiSaturday night, February 24, 2024 Kyoto cuisine Torimai*Meeting time etc.Details page (click here)Please refer to.■Participation fee
15,000 yen (tax included) per adult
■Payment method
For online applications, payment can only be made by credit card.
■Contact information
JTB Kyoto Branch7th floor, Keihan Shijo Kawaramachi Building, 338 Tominaga-cho, 2-chome, Matsubara-kamiru, Kawaramachi-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City(Telephone) 075-365-7730(Email address) link_kyoto@jtb.comReception hours: 10:00-17:30 (closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays)Person in charge: Kido, KatoLink KyotoKyoto experienceLINK KYOTOKyoto Cuisine MeseikaiFood cultureKyoto culturecookingKyoto cuisineJapanese foodtraditional culture
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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.
【Duration】
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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A special one-day only experience (Saturday, December 9th) where you can interact with the people of the Minami Kannon Preservation Society, which has been protecting Minami Kannon Mountain*!
*One of the 34 floats that have continued to support the ``Yamahoko Junko'', the main event of the Gion Festival, which has continued for 650 years.
“How do they assemble such a big float?” “What does everyone usually do?”
This is a valuable opportunity to resolve these questions.
Why not reconsider the ``connections'' of the Gion Festival, which is rooted in the local community, through interaction with the members of the preservation society?
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A one-night limited gastronomy event that combines branded ingredients from Fukui Prefecture and the craftsmanship of a Kyoto restaurant!
Owners of famous restaurants in Kyoto met together in Fukui to come up with the ultimate dish using branded ingredients from Fukui, a treasure trove of delicacies from the mountains and sea.We will prepare a special kaiseki meal only for this day, created with carefully selected dishes from each restaurant.
Enjoy one night-only hospitality using ingredients and traditional crafts from Fukui and Kyoto.
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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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● We prioritize selecting accommodation facilities and adventure tourism companies that are working on or have received a certification related to sustainable tourism. We do not offer tours that may have adverse effects on nature, culture, or social environment.
● We work with guide interpreters and staff who are highly aware of SDGs. The main guide interpreters, tour conductors, and local staff undergo training in advance, making sure to know the important points on every tour destination such as sustainability principles of tourism in general, as well as etiquette when visiting special areas such as World Heritage sites, preservation districts, and national parks. A guide interpreter shares information on the natural environment, regional culture, and cultural heritage during the tour.
●We work on reducing the amount of tour-related pamphlets and paper consumption. We also use bio-based inks. When sending out pamphlets, we make sure to simplify the packaging.Sunrise Tour SDGs (English site)
https://jtbgmt.com/en/g-web/sdgs
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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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