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A Parent-Child Journey into Umami: Discovering Taste and Culture Through a Dashi Tasting Experience
In Japanese cuisine, it is often said that the depth of flavor comes from dashi—the clear, delicate broth that forms the foundation of countless dishes. Made from ingredients such as kombu (kelp), katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes), niboshi (dried sardines), and dried...
Homemade Udon-Making Challenge: A Chewy Journey from Flour and Water to Lasting Memories
Udon is a beloved staple of Japanese home cooking and a celebrated local specialty across many regions of Japan. With variations in thickness, texture, and broth flavor from one area to another, udon is surprisingly made from just three simple ingredients: flour,...
Making Barley Tea from Scratch—A Roasting Journey for Families to Discover the Aroma by Hand
Every summer, mugicha (barley tea) is a staple in Japanese households—its toasted, refreshing flavor beloved by both children and adults. Yet few know how it’s actually made. That’s the heart of the “How is Mugicha Made? A Family Roasting Journey” experience. In this...
Seasonal Flavor Stamp Art—Cut, Press, and Savor the Colors, Shapes, and Joy of Japan’s Seasonal Produce
Imagine using veggies and fruits—not just for cooking, but as tools for art. Slice into a vegetable, dip its cross-section in paint, and press it onto paper—suddenly it becomes a beautiful print. The “Seasonal Produce Stamp Art” workshop invites families to explore...
Sushi Master Workshop—Watch, Make, and Taste an Authentic Piece Crafted by You
The word “sushi” may seem simple, but the technique, aesthetic sense, and spirit of omotenashi it embodies are profoundly intricate. Watching a professional sushi chef work is mesmerizing—the grace, precision, and artistry create a memory of flavor even before...
Tempura Frying Experience! Craft Your Own Tendon Lunch—A Crisp, Aromatic Journey into Crunchy Rice Moments
A piece of batter hits the oil with a satisfying sizzle. Vegetables and seafood turn golden brown as fragrant steam rises—tempura is a culinary spectacle that embodies Japan’s mastery of frying. The “Tempura Frying Experience! Craft Your Own Tendon Lunch” elevates...
Wagashi Quiz at a Traditional Sweets Shop—Guess the Names and Play with the Seasons in Japanese Confections
In a cozy shop counter, colorfully-arranged wagashi (Japanese sweets) await: cherry-blossom-shaped treats, translucent agar-jellies reminiscent of goldfish bowls, autumnal nerikiri in shades of brown and maple. Even without knowing their names, simply gazing at them...
Family Market Exploration Tour—Strolling Through the Gateway to Food with All Five Senses
The buzz of voices, the scent of fresh fish, the crisp rustle of vegetables being arranged, steam rising from food stalls—markets are more than just rows of ingredients. They are living kitchens, where the culture of food and daily life comes alive. A family-friendly...
Discover the Taste of Home Through Miso-Making—A Gentle World of Fermentation Taught by Koji and Soybeans
Miso soup is the cornerstone of the Japanese table, its familiar aroma embodying comfort and nostalgia. At the heart of it lies miso—a unique Japanese seasoning born from the power of fermentation. Experiencing miso-making while traveling is more than a cooking...
Become an Onigiri Master!—Discovering the Taste and Heart of Japan in the Palm of Your Hand
Onigiri—a staple of the Japanese table—is more than just a rice ball. When you shape freshly cooked rice in your hands, enclose a filling, and wrap it in seaweed, you're practicing an act of care: honoring the rice, thinking of family, and celebrating a rich food...
Stargazing and Shooting Star Night—A Quiet Moment of Connection Beneath the Japanese Sky
When you look up at a star-filled sky while traveling, it feels as though a truly special moment is about to begin. Far from the glow of the city, the night reveals its true brilliance—countless stars flickering quietly overhead. As your eyes adjust, the sky slowly...
Forest Sound Tour—Letting Birdsongs Guide You Through a Landscape That Changes When You Listen
As you walk through the forest, a series of sounds suddenly reaches your ears: the gentle chi-chi-chi of songbirds, the hoh-hokekyo call of the bush warbler, the whistle-like cry of a tit, or the rhythmic tapping of a woodpecker. These might normally fade into the...
Autumn Foliage Hike and Leaf Art—Walking Through Color and Expressing What You Feel Along the Way
As the air turns crisp and clear, trees begin to change quietly—painting the mountains and countryside in vivid gradients of red, gold, and orange. In this season, nature becomes a living canvas. “Autumn foliage hikes and leaf art” offer a way to immerse yourself in...
Insect-Hunting and Field Guide Making—A Day of Discovery Through Encounters with Tiny Lives
Pushing through tall grass, each step filled with sound—the buzz of cicadas, the flutter of grasshoppers, the soft rustle of legs beneath leaves. In the height of summer, the fields are alive with the presence of insects, turning every patch of greenery into a...
Sunrise and Breakfast on the Mountain—Welcoming the Day in Harmony with Nature, Body, and Spirit
Waking in the early hours of a journey, before the sky begins to brighten—wrapped still in deep indigo. Quietly, you make your way up a mountain path. The air is crisp, rich with the scent of leaves and damp earth, and even your footsteps seem to dissolve into the...