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Asakusa Cultural Day Tour & Geisha Dance Show_image
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Asakusa Cultural Day Tour & Geisha Dance Show

ⒸPIXTA/Explore the traditional charm of Tokyo's downtown Asakusa, which retains the Edo period atmosphere. Visit iconic spots like Kaminarimon Gate, Senso-ji Temple, and Nakamise Street.

Tea ceremony for keep your calm mind_image
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Tea ceremony for keep your calm mind

ⒸTaku Takamiya/Enjoy a peaceful Japanese tea ceremony in a historic Tokyo tearoom, where you’ll savor two bowls of matcha and traditional sweets.

Tokyo Oldest Sake Brewery and Retreat  Tour_image
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Tokyo Oldest Sake Brewery and Retreat Tour

ⒸState Line/Experience the serene beauty of Okutama while enjoying a sake tasting tour. Judge and evaluate sake based on color, aroma, and taste. This unique tour offers a memorable blend of nature and sake.

Tokyo: 3-hour Guided E-Bike Tour of the City's Hidden Gems_image
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Tokyo: 3-hour Guided E-Bike Tour of the City's Hidden Gems

See Tokyo in a unique way on an e-bike tour. Explore the city with a guide as you cruise past famous locations like the Tokyo Stations, and the Imperial Palace, and discover lesser-known gems.

Sensoji Temple & Kabukicho One-day Historical & Cultural Tour_image
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Sensoji Temple & Kabukicho One-day Historical & Cultural Tour

Tokyo Koganei City Shojin Ryori (Vegetarian Cuisine) Cultural Experience - Sankoin Temple_image
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Tokyo Koganei City Shojin Ryori (Vegetarian Cuisine) Cultural Experience - Sankoin Temple

Sankoin Temple is the only temple in Tokyo that offers "Take no Gosho Ryu Shojin Ryori" (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine), inherited from the imperial aristocratic culture of female Buddhist priests in Kyoto.Using seasonal vegetables and fruits, the cuisine is simple and elegant. Combined with Zen explanations and a tranquil garden, it offers a cultural experience to calm the mind and body.

Tokyo Tower Top Deck & Zojo-ji Half-day Guided & Walking Tour_image
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Tokyo Tower Top Deck & Zojo-ji Half-day Guided & Walking Tour

[Tokyo, Hinohara Village] Tour of a Traditional House in the Sky - Ride the Mountain Monorail!_image
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[Tokyo, Hinohara Village] Tour of a Traditional House in the Sky - Ride the Mountain Monorail!

Hinohara Village is the only village on land in Tokyo. Deep inside the village, on a ridge well over 700m above sea level, lies the old house "Kyu Kobayashi Family Residence". Built in the mid-Edo period (more than 320 years ago), this mountain house is literally an "old house in the sky". This tour, which takes you there by mountain monorail that goes straight up a super steep slope of nearly 45 degrees, is an extremely extraordinary experience that will leave a deep impression on your memory, both geographically and historically, as well as physically.

[Tokyo/Sugamo] Washing Kannon to pray for health and stroll through the Japanese garden Rikugien_image
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[Tokyo/Sugamo] Washing Kannon to pray for health and stroll through the Japanese garden Rikugien

We will tour the famous Sugamo Togenuki Jizo statue, Koganji Temple, and experience washing the Kannon statue, which has the benefits of health and longevity.

【 Tokyo Station Tour for Super Beginners】~ 60 minutes to unravel unknown mysteries and history ~_image
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【 Tokyo Station Tour for Super Beginners】~ 60 minutes to unravel unknown mysteries and history ~

Tokyo Station, which you may have only casually observed until now, actually holds many histories and secrets unknown even to Tokyoites.Why not take a step closer to becoming a true Tokyo insider with a guide?Tours run every hour, so you can easily fit one into your schedule during a spare moment!

[Ogasawara/half-day Battlefield Tour] Around the history of war remaining in nature_image
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[Ogasawara/half-day Battlefield Tour] Around the history of war remaining in nature

A journey through the remains of World War II.Why don't you experience the proof that your predecessor lived?

[Tokyo, Shinjuku] <Twelve-Layered Kimono Experience at Shinjuku Shrine> Experience wearing a twelve-layered kimono (Aoi or Chitose) limited to two groups per day! Free photography and cameraman allowed!_image
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[Tokyo, Shinjuku] <Twelve-Layered Kimono Experience at Shinjuku Shrine> Experience wearing a twelve-layered kimono (Aoi or Chitose) limited to two groups per day! Free photography and cameraman allowed!

*This is a junihitoe (twelve-layered ceremonial kimono) experience plan at Nariko Tenjin Shrine in Nishi-Shinjuku. It is not available at our Kagurazaka store. Experience the coveted Heian period costume, junihitoe (twelve-layered ceremonial kimono). It's popular with a wide range of people, including photography enthusiasts, foreign visitors, kimono and Japanese clothing lovers, and those celebrating their 60th birthdays, birthdays, and other entertainment. Perfect for treating yourself, taking selfies before or after your wedding, taking wedding photos, or taking photos for social media! Enjoy the freedom and freedom of choice. [Notes] *Please choose from two colors for the junihitoe: Aoi or Chitose. *Recommended height: 140cm and up, clothing sizes 19 and 21. *This plan is for women. *We use translation apps for customer service and communication.

[Tokyo, Oshiage] Experience the traditional Japanese culture of "calligraphy" - Experience calligraphy for children and adults next to a sacred shrine close to the Skytree!_image
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[Tokyo, Oshiage] Experience the traditional Japanese culture of "calligraphy" - Experience calligraphy for children and adults next to a sacred shrine close to the Skytree!

Located just a 3-minute walk from Oshiage Station, near the Skytree. Why not try calligraphy in between sightseeing and shopping in Asakusa and the Skytree? This is a private lesson for one group. Relax and experience Japanese life in a tatami room with family or friends. First, you'll receive a brief explanation of calligraphy and tools. Next, you'll practice basic calligraphy lines on calligraphy paper. After that, practice writing your favorite characters using the model. We've prepared some popular kanji characters for you to use as models, but please let your instructor know if there's a character you'd like to write. Finally, everyone will complete a large piece of calligraphy paper and choose one of several options, including small pieces of paper, postcards, and keychains. You'll create a total of two pieces. You can take home not only your finished work, but also the paper you used for practice. Once you've finished, take a photo with your work in front of the Hokusai and cherry blossom interior. You'll also receive a small souvenir!

[Tokyo, Asakusa,  Tree, Ueno, Akihabara, and Ryogoku ] experience the culture of shamisen_image
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[Tokyo, Asakusa, Tree, Ueno, Akihabara, and Ryogoku ] experience the culture of shamisen

We perform and inherit activities in the field of Japanese drum and shamisen music and art with the aim of contributing to society.Tokyo Enjoy sightseeing, family, lovers, friends, group company company training, school school trip memories, and Japanese traditional culture.

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Sumo

Sumo is an exciting style of wrestling unique to Japan, and often called the country's national sport. These heavyweight bouts were mentioned in ancient Japanese writings as early as the 700s, while the modern form that became standard in the Edo era (1603-1867) remains unchanged today. Today, sumo continues to draw crowds both young and old as one of Japan's most popular sports - right next to baseball.

Create a chusen stencil dyed hand towel under the instruction of an artisan in Tateishi.Add colors to everyday life with your own original,one-of-a-kind hand towel._image
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Create a chusen stencil dyed hand towel under the instruction of an artisan in Tateishi.Add colors to everyday life with your own original,one-of-a-kind hand towel.

A mid-20th century Showa Era style retro shopping arcade stretches through the area close to the station in Katsushika Ward's Tateishi. Amidst streets with an old-style downtown atmosphere, the Tateishi area has been experiencing redevelopment, and has become noteworthy for its new ambiance fusing modern and retro. Tenukuri Studio has stood here since 1889, and it is the only place within Tokyo where chusen stencil dyeing hand towels can be created using the norioki process. In the activity, you can take home two absolutely unique and original chusen stencil dyeing hand towels that you have created and use them to vividly enrich your daily life by putting them up as tapestries or drying dishes. Experience the charm of traditional hand towels that have been used in Japan since the Heian period.

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Kabuki

Kabuki theater embodies Japanese heritage, including aesthetics, philosophy and cultural history. Akin to the incredible musicals of Broadway or West End, Kabuki performances include nuanced traditional song, lively dancing and talented acting, making for a tour de force on stage you won't soon forget.

Authentic Tokyo Samurai Training — This Class is not a Tourist Trap!_image
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Authentic Tokyo Samurai Training — This Class is not a Tourist Trap!

In this samurai sword experience in Tokyo, you will experience the three disciplines of "Kenjutsu" at a beginner level: Iai, Gekken (Kendo), and Teshikiri (test cutting).This experience is taught by a Japanese sword and Yabusame (traditional Japanese horseback archery) master with over 26 years of experience. This experience is not entertainment or a street performance, but teaches real swordsmanship and spirit. If you want to experience it the right way and study the real thing, please join us.

[Best Price] Sumo Wrestling Restaurant Tokyo: Experience and Show with Chanko Nabe Lunch at Dosukoi Tanaka_image
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[Best Price] Sumo Wrestling Restaurant Tokyo: Experience and Show with Chanko Nabe Lunch at Dosukoi Tanaka

Sumo in Tokyo attracts many international visitors, seeking the thrill of watching the wrestlers do battle in their sacred ring. However, tournaments are held just six times a year and in different cities. You might watch their morning practice instead, but this is not year-round either, and may not include any bouts.

Tokyo Tea Ceremony Experience or Wearing Kimono at Bonsai Museum_image
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Tokyo Tea Ceremony Experience or Wearing Kimono at Bonsai Museum

Enjoy an authentic tea ceremony and kimono experience in a traditional Japanese-style house of Shunkaen Bonsai Museum in Tokyo! You can see not only beautiful Japanese architecture but also selected bonsai art displayed in the garden. It will be an unforgettable experience!