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Experience Traditional Arare Making in Nishijin

Make and enjoy Arare, a traditional Japanese snack, in a 140-year-old Kyoto townhouse in Nishijin, the historic textile district. Relax in a peaceful space and experience Japanese culture.

5 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Weave your own silk sachet with an artisan

Create a fragrant packet using traditional hand-weaving techniques.

5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Delve into Noh traditions with a performer

Explore Japan’s oldest form of theater through a demo and Noh chanting.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Fushimi Inari Early Bird Workout & Cultural Hike

Macho Fitness Guide leads a high-intensity morning run/hike up the iconic Torii gates. Skip the crowds, boost your energy, and enjoy a spiritual-yet-sweaty start to your Kyoto day.

5 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Craft and savor Kyoto-style udon with a chef

Join a seasoned chef near Kamigamo Shrine to make traditional hand-pulled noodles

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Koto Fusion Concert & Koto Workshop at bathhouse

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the koto, Japan's most iconic traditional stringed instrument, through an unforgettable musical journey that bridges cultures and generations.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Practice calligraphy at a 100-year-old art store

Learn to fuse Japanese calligraphy & modern ink techniques to create your own work of art

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Craft Kyoto Style Sushi with a third-gen chef

Prep Kyoto Style Sushi and miso soup in a hands-on session at a family-owned restaurant.

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviews

Make ponzu with a 7th-generation vinegar brewer

Taste the ingredients that make up the tangy sauce and create your own blend.

5 out of 5 average rating, 27 reviews

Temple Moment – Breakfast, Meditation & Matcha

Discover a hidden Kyoto temple rarely open to visitors. Escape the crowds with meditation, a dark walk, and a vegan Zen meal followed by a tea ceremony. A peaceful 90-minute journey for body and mind.