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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

Yoshimoto COMEDY NIGHT OWARAI Osaka Advance Ticket / Same-Day Ticket

Cultural experience

From ¥3,500

Reserved Seats for "Kyoto Jidai Matsuri"

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

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

THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA Sumo Show Bento Plan

Cultural experience

From ¥12,500

Private Charter Ride in Nara

Private Charter Ride in Nara

Cultural experience

From ¥9,000

Ebisuya Kamakura Private Rickshaw Tour

Ebisuya Kamakura Private Rickshaw Tour

Cultural experience

From ¥9,000

Osaka: Samurai Experience & Show (Wagyu Sukiyaki Option)

Osaka: Samurai Experience & Show (Wagyu Sukiyaki Option)

Cultural experience

From ¥15,000

Martial Arts Experience Program (90-minute Kendo Experience)

Martial Arts Experience Program (90-minute Kendo Experience)

Cultural experience

From ¥18,000

Asakusa Private Rickshaw Tour by Ebisuya

Asakusa Private Rickshaw Tour by Ebisuya

Cultural experience

From ¥9,000

Experience Making Matcha Incense with Discarded Matcha in Kyoto Uji!

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

THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA — Sumo Show with Snack Bag Plan

Cultural experience

From ¥12,500

Yamanashi Fuji Sumo Show and Experience

Yamanashi Fuji Sumo Show and Experience

Cultural experience

From ¥8,000

Ise Katagami Dyeing Experience

Ise Katagami Dyeing Experience

Cultural experience

From ¥4,950

Tokyo Tower Ema Plaque Experience

Tokyo Tower Ema Plaque Experience

Cultural experience

From ¥730

Tokyo Asakusa · WASAKE Japanese Sake Tasting Experience

Tokyo Asakusa · WASAKE Japanese Sake Tasting Experience

Cultural experience

From ¥8,000

Okinawa Tile-Breaking Experience

Okinawa Tile-Breaking Experience

Cultural experience

From ¥2,000

Osaka: Sumo Show & Samurai Night Experience (3.5Hours)

Osaka: Sumo Show & Samurai Night Experience (3.5Hours)

Cultural experience

From ¥21,500

12:00 Sumo Show Meal Selection (Ticket Holders Only)

12:00 Sumo Show Meal Selection (Ticket Holders Only)

Cultural experience

Kyoto Arashiyama Private Rickshaw Ride

Kyoto Arashiyama Private Rickshaw Ride

Cultural experience

From ¥9,000

Ukiyo-e Woodblock Printing Experience (Admission Included)

Ukiyo-e Woodblock Printing Experience (Admission Included)

Cultural experience

From ¥1,700

Ramen-Making Experience: Standard Course

Ramen-Making Experience: Standard Course

Cultural experience

From ¥15,000

Sumo Show Bento Add-On (Ticket Holders Only)

Sumo Show Bento Add-On (Ticket Holders Only)

Cultural experience

Experience in Osaka! Authentic Sushi-Making Workshop

Experience in Osaka! Authentic Sushi-Making Workshop

Cultural experience

From ¥6,200

Authentic Sushi Making Workshop in the Ancient Capital of Nara!

Authentic Sushi Making Workshop in the Ancient Capital of Nara!

Cultural experience

From ¥6,200

HANAKA Kimono Rental with Hair Styling — Asakusa, Tokyo

HANAKA Kimono Rental with Hair Styling — Asakusa, Tokyo

Kimono & yukata rental

From ¥3,630

KIYOMI Kimono Rental for Women

KIYOMI Kimono Rental for Women

Kimono & yukata rental

From ¥2,750

Hana Kanzashi Kyoto Kimono Rental

Hana Kanzashi Kyoto Kimono Rental

Kimono & yukata rental

From ¥4,400

Kimono Atelier Guided Tour (souvenir included)

Kimono Atelier Guided Tour (souvenir included)

Kimono & yukata rental

From ¥2,600

KIYOMI — Kimono Rental (Premium Kimono)

KIYOMI — Kimono Rental (Premium Kimono)

Kimono & yukata rental

From ¥15,000

Ueno Ameyoko, Pub Alleys & Shrine Walk — NINJA GO TOURS

Ueno Ameyoko, Pub Alleys & Shrine Walk — NINJA GO TOURS

Outdoor

From ¥3,000

HANAKA Kyoto — Lace Kimono Rental Plan

HANAKA Kyoto — Lace Kimono Rental Plan

Kimono & yukata rental

From ¥5,500

Premium Kimono Experience 2-Hour Rental Plan

Premium Kimono Experience 2-Hour Rental Plan

Kimono & yukata rental

From ¥16,500

Kyoto Kimono Rental Wargo

Kyoto Kimono Rental Wargo

Kimono & yukata rental

From ¥4,200

NINJA GO TOURS · Tokyo

NINJA GO TOURS · Tokyo

Outdoor

From ¥3,000

Kimono Rental Kiyomi (Men's Kimono)

Kimono Rental Kiyomi (Men's Kimono)

Kimono & yukata rental

From ¥2,750

12:00 Sumo Show at THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA GINZA with Meal

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

"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

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

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.

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