Japanese Cultural Experiences
These are the bookings where you do something rather than look at something. Most run 60 to 120 minutes, most are in Tokyo, Kyoto or Osaka, and most take a small group, so weekend slots go early. The list covers sumo shows, rickshaw rides, textile dyeing, woodblock printing, sweet-making and cooking classes.
35 bookable products
By destination
Yoshimoto COMEDY NIGHT OWARAI Osaka Advance Ticket / Same-Day Ticket
Cultural experience
From ¥3,500
Reserved Seats for "Kyoto Jidai Matsuri"
Cultural experience
From ¥5,000
NINJA GO TOURS Tokyo: Create Your Own Hanko! A 60-Minute Experience to Craft a One-of-a-Kind Japanese Souvenir
Cultural experience
From ¥3,000
THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA Sumo Show Bento Plan
Cultural experience
From ¥12,500
Private Charter Ride in Nara
Cultural experience
From ¥9,000
Ebisuya Kamakura Private Rickshaw Tour
Cultural experience
From ¥9,000
Osaka: Samurai Experience & Show (Wagyu Sukiyaki Option)
Cultural experience
From ¥15,000
Martial Arts Experience Program (90-minute Kendo Experience)
Cultural experience
From ¥18,000
Asakusa Private Rickshaw Tour by Ebisuya
Cultural experience
From ¥9,000
Experience Making Matcha Incense with Discarded Matcha in Kyoto Uji!
Cultural experience
From ¥7,700
THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA — Sumo Show with Snack Bag Plan
Cultural experience
From ¥12,500
Yamanashi Fuji Sumo Show and Experience
Cultural experience
From ¥8,000
Ise Katagami Dyeing Experience
Cultural experience
From ¥4,950
Tokyo Tower Ema Plaque Experience
Cultural experience
From ¥730
Tokyo Asakusa · WASAKE Japanese Sake Tasting Experience
Cultural experience
From ¥8,000
Okinawa Tile-Breaking Experience
Cultural experience
From ¥2,000
Osaka: Sumo Show & Samurai Night Experience (3.5Hours)
Cultural experience
From ¥21,500
12:00 Sumo Show Meal Selection (Ticket Holders Only)
Cultural experience
Kyoto Arashiyama Private Rickshaw Ride
Cultural experience
From ¥9,000
Ukiyo-e Woodblock Printing Experience (Admission Included)
Cultural experience
From ¥1,700
Ramen-Making Experience: Standard Course
Cultural experience
From ¥15,000
Sumo Show Bento Add-On (Ticket Holders Only)
Cultural experience
Experience in Osaka! Authentic Sushi-Making Workshop
Cultural experience
From ¥6,200
Authentic Sushi Making Workshop in the Ancient Capital of Nara!
Cultural experience
From ¥6,200
HANAKA Kimono Rental with Hair Styling — Asakusa, Tokyo
Kimono & yukata rental
From ¥3,630
KIYOMI Kimono Rental for Women
Kimono & yukata rental
From ¥2,750
Hana Kanzashi Kyoto Kimono Rental
Kimono & yukata rental
From ¥4,400
Kimono Atelier Guided Tour (souvenir included)
Kimono & yukata rental
From ¥2,600
KIYOMI — Kimono Rental (Premium Kimono)
Kimono & yukata rental
From ¥15,000
Ueno Ameyoko, Pub Alleys & Shrine Walk — NINJA GO TOURS
Outdoor
From ¥3,000
HANAKA Kyoto — Lace Kimono Rental Plan
Kimono & yukata rental
From ¥5,500
Premium Kimono Experience 2-Hour Rental Plan
Kimono & yukata rental
From ¥16,500
Kyoto Kimono Rental Wargo
Kimono & yukata rental
From ¥4,200
NINJA GO TOURS · Tokyo
Outdoor
From ¥3,000
Kimono Rental Kiyomi (Men's Kimono)
Kimono & yukata rental
From ¥2,750
12:00 Sumo Show at THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA GINZA with Meal
Cultural experience
🚧 Closed for the season
"Kyoto Gion Festival" Yamahoko Procession Paid Viewing Seats
Cultural experience
🚧 Closed for the season
From ¥6,000
KANGETSU-SAI A Moonlit Evening at World Heritage Ninna-ji Temple
Temples, shrines & castles
🚧 Closed for the season
THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA Sumo Workshop Experience Plan
Cultural experience
🚧 Closed for the season
Best for
- •A half-day that is not another temple queue
- •Rainy days, where an indoor booking saves the afternoon
- •Travellers who want something to bring home that they made
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to speak Japanese?
No. Every experience listed here runs with English support, either a guide or written instructions. The product page says which.
How far ahead should I book?
Small-group workshops in Kyoto often sell out a week ahead in spring and autumn. Sumo shows and rickshaw rides are usually fine a day or two out.
Are these suitable for children?
Craft and sweet-making sessions generally take children from about six. Age limits are listed on each product page.