Experience

Copying Sutra (Syakyo) Experience at Yata-dera Temple

Yata-dera Temple is said to be the birthplace of Jizo in Japan, and the oldest Enmei Jizo Bosatsu in Japan is enshrined there.
Also, from June 1st to July 10th, you can enjoy about 60 kinds of 10,0･･･

Daruma-ji Copying sutras and Buddha Experience

Experience copying sutras and Buddha at Daruma-ji Temple, which began with the encounter between Prince Shotoku and Bodhidharma!
Daruma-ji is the birthplace of Daruma.
It is a temple with a ston･･･

Japanese Hospitality Experience at Jikoin Temple,NARA

Why not experience the spirit of Japanese hospitality at Jikoin Temple, which has a beautiful Karesansui garden (historical site and scenic spot)? This is a plan exclusive to Nara Ikaruga Tourism Waik･･･

Shamisen Experience at Daruma-ji Temple, Hojo (Nara Prefecture-designated tangible cultural property). ※With an interpreter-guide

Experience the shamisen in a beautiful Japanese-style room with a rich history. Why not try playing the shamisen in Hojo, a building designated as a cultural asset by Nara Prefecture, which also house･･･

The Deeper Guided Tour knowing Prince Shotoku【with a rental cycle】

It's a guided tour knowing about Prince Shotoku deeply.
Let's cycle around Ikaruga!
【Ikaruga's specialty Tatsuta fried chicken lunch included】
※The guide can only speak Japanese.

The guided tour of Horinji Temple with the chief priest

Horinji Temple (also known as Mii-dera Temple) in Mii-no-Sato is an ancient temple related to Prince Shotoku.
It is also a highlight that you can see the Buddha statues, which is an important cultu･･･

Zensho-ji Temple Sermons and Buddhist Rosary(Loose Stone Bracelet) Making Experience

First, listen to sermons by the chief priest who can speak English.
After learning about Buddhism, let's make your wish come true by making a Buddhist rosary using precious stones.


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Goldfish Seminar

Specialized dealer in ornamental fish such as goldfish and tropical fish.
Visitors can try scooping goldfish and feeding carp farming, but the most exciting thing is a tour conducted by store staff･･･

【Shigi Mountain】Shukubo (Pilgrims' lodging) ＆Training Experience

Feel the history of 1400 years at "Shigi Mountain" related to Prince Shotoku. Charge your power with a training experience!

There are three shukubo on Shigi Mountain.
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Experience Japanese culture at Kichidenji temple in Nara, which has been in existence for over 1,000 years. Calligraphy and　Mokugyo prayer (wooden fish-shaped drum) with Matcha tea.

Experience Japanese culture and the heart of Buddha at the historic temple Kichidenji Temple.
There is an English speaking guide at the temple for you.

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Special Tour to Enjoy the Charms of Nara that are not yet WELL KNOWN! This plan is for foreign tourists.

Guided tour where you can make your own socks in Japan's No.1 sock-producing town and enjoy sake tasting and lunch at a local sake brewery☆.

Calligraphy art experience Let's write your name in kanji!

Experience “kanji” in Nara, Ikaruga, a town with 1400 years of history, right near Horyuji Temple, a World Cultural Heritage Site!

World Cultural Heritage Site Horyuji Temple Private Guided Tour & Experience Writing Your Name in Kanji!

Visit Horyuji Temple, the oldest wooden building in the world, and have a special cultural experience where you write your name in kanji in the ancient city of Nara!

World Cultural Heritage Site Horyuji Temple Private Guided Tour & Experience Writing Your Name in Kanji! Special lunch and Matcha Latte included

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Guided tour of Horyuji Temple, a World Cultural Heritage Site, and experience “kanji” in Ikarugacho, Nara, a town with 1400 years of history!

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Enjoy Matcha in a Tea Room Built in the Edo Period!

Why don't you see tea ceremony by a tea master up close in a historic tea room with over 200 years of history?This is a plan where you can enjoy authentic tea.

A cafe near Horyuji Temple/Lunch & Matcha tea you can make yourself/Nara sake souvenir included

After having the famous fried chicken set for lunch, you can enjoy ``Matcha Ore'', which you can make yourself using a chasen. You can take home a bottle of Nara sake as a souvenir.

Wellness tourism Preaching of a monk, Morning Service “O-ASAJI” & Meditation Yoga at an Ancient Temple in Nara (with lunch) ※For overseas guests only

Experience morning service Oasaji and listen to the Buddhist monk preaching at an ancient temple in Nara.
The burning of incense and recitation of the sutras will help you to feel better, and the ･･･

Ancient capital Nara with a guide ～Tour of castle towns and experience of Japanese culture～ ※This experience is for foreign visitors only

Experience Japanese culture and tea ceremony ‘Omotenashi/Hospitality’ by touring recommended spots in the ancient capital of Nara, dressed in kimono.
English-speaking guides will take you to fa･･･

Mount Shigi: Stay at the Temple Lodging (Shukubo) for 2 Days, 1 Night　　Includes Training (Shugyo) & a Night Walk Guided by a Monk

Embark on a unique journey away from the everyday hustle and bustle, a chance to truly connect with your inner self. Shigi-san Senjuin Temple, with its 400-year-old history, offers a temple lodging (s･･･

Immerse Yourself in the Samurai Spirit: A Kendo Experience

When you hold a bamboo sword and wear a uniform, you become one with the soul of a samurai -.

Samurai Spirit Kendo Experience

Kendo is more than just a sport; it's a concentration of the Japanese spirit, embodying discipline, focus, and self-improvement. Why not deepen your understanding of Japanese history and spirituality ･･･

Ikebana: A Mindful Japanese Flower Arranging Experience - At Mt. Shigi, the Sacred Mountain of Nara

Arrange flowers in the rich nature and history of Mount Shigi, and calm your mind.

Mount Shigi, the sacred peak soaring in Nara Prefecture, is the site where Prince Shotoku is believed to have ･･･

Cultural Property Specialist Guided Tour: Exploring Horyu-ji World Heritage Site with a Master Craftsman

Horyu-ji, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This exclusive guided tour reveals its 1,400 years of history and exceptional value through the unique perspective of a "Takumi" (Master Craftsman).

Tour the World Heritage Site of Horyuji Temple with a Takumi (Artisan) - Buddhist Sculptor Guided Tour with Lunch

This is a special guided tour around Horyuji Temple, a World Cultural Heritage Site where the “Japanese spirit” of Prince Shotoku has been alive since 1400 years ago, with explanations from “Tak･･･

Guided Tour of Koriyama Castle Town in Nara: Experience Japanese Culture and Enjoy a Local Sake Lunch

Experience Japanese Tradition and Culture in the Historic Castle Town of Yamatokoriyama
Immerse yourself in the nostalgic charm of Yamatokoriyama, a castle town rich in history.
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Japanese Cultural Experience and Sake Tasting Guided Tour in Nara’s Koriyama Castle Town

Experience Traditional Japanese Culture in the Historic Castle Town of Yamato-Koriyama

Immerse yourself in the nostalgic atmosphere of Yamato-Koriyama, a castle town rich in history.
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