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SHIRAKAWA Japanese Culture Experiences with private English staff
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$107.60
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
You can experience Japanese culture such as knife sharpening, obanzai cooking and calligraphy lecture at Furukawacho Shopping Arcade in Shirakawa area in Kyoto, Japan.
The concept of Furukawacho Shopping Arcade is “Retro and Modern.” This shopping arcade is the kitchen of the locals and the base of their lives. The lanterns hung from the arcade roof creates a unique atmosphere. You will surely enjoy the nostalgic culture and local food culture experience of Kyoto, at Furukawacho Shopping Arcade.
An English private staff attends to each group.
●Notes:
We will contact you via email or messege within 3 business days after your application/payment.
You may not be able to participate in the workshop of your choice, as this will depend on reservation availability. In this case, the prepaid fee will be refunded to the credit card you used for the payment.
And also, this course accepts the people from 2 to 6 only. Please be aware of it before you make a reservation.
The concept of Furukawacho Shopping Arcade is “Retro and Modern.” This shopping arcade is the kitchen of the locals and the base of their lives. The lanterns hung from the arcade roof creates a unique atmosphere. You will surely enjoy the nostalgic culture and local food culture experience of Kyoto, at Furukawacho Shopping Arcade.
An English private staff attends to each group.
●Notes:
We will contact you via email or messege within 3 business days after your application/payment.
You may not be able to participate in the workshop of your choice, as this will depend on reservation availability. In this case, the prepaid fee will be refunded to the credit card you used for the payment.
And also, this course accepts the people from 2 to 6 only. Please be aware of it before you make a reservation.
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SHIRAKAWA Japanese Culture Experiences with private English staff
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
- 2 workshops and an private English-speaking staff
- Private transportation
Meeting point
Furukawashuzo（In the middle of Furukawacho Shopping Arcade）
Return details
Furukawashuzo（In the middle of Furukawacho Shopping Arcade）
You can choose two experiences from the three options below.
An English-speaking staff will attend to you at all of the workshops.
Please let us know by messege.
[1] Knife sharpening (90 min)
You will be experiencing knife sharpening at a store specializing in sharpening cutting tools on a whetstone. Receiving instruction from an artisan with a 26-year career is an experience available only at Furukawacho Shopping Arcade. Learn to sharpen knives properly, and your daily cooking will surely be more enjoyable.
[2] Obanzai making (70 min)
“Obanzai” is a term used exclusively in Kyoto, that indicates home-cooked dishes with recipes handed down by generations within each family. The chef-owner of an obanzai store at the shopping arcade, Kyo-gohan Nishimura, will share the family recipe. You will buy ingredients at stores at the shopping arcade, and cook obanzai dishes with the chef-owner.
[3] Calligraphy experience (90 min)
In this lesson, you will learn the shape of kanji and how to use brush, ink, and suzuri, and then you can actually try writing by brush beautifully. Also, ask the instructor how to write kanji for your name and complete your one-of-a-kind hanging scroll.
An English-speaking staff will attend to you at all of the workshops.
Please let us know by messege.
[1] Knife sharpening (90 min)
You will be experiencing knife sharpening at a store specializing in sharpening cutting tools on a whetstone. Receiving instruction from an artisan with a 26-year career is an experience available only at Furukawacho Shopping Arcade. Learn to sharpen knives properly, and your daily cooking will surely be more enjoyable.
[2] Obanzai making (70 min)
“Obanzai” is a term used exclusively in Kyoto, that indicates home-cooked dishes with recipes handed down by generations within each family. The chef-owner of an obanzai store at the shopping arcade, Kyo-gohan Nishimura, will share the family recipe. You will buy ingredients at stores at the shopping arcade, and cook obanzai dishes with the chef-owner.
[3] Calligraphy experience (90 min)
In this lesson, you will learn the shape of kanji and how to use brush, ink, and suzuri, and then you can actually try writing by brush beautifully. Also, ask the instructor how to write kanji for your name and complete your one-of-a-kind hanging scroll.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
SHIRAKAWA Japanese Culture Experiences with private English staff
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$107.60
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!