Activities

Vegetable and Miso Soup-Based Cooking Class Near Himeji Castle

Dashi (soup stock) is the foundation of Japanese cooking. Start by making your own dashi, and exper…

Explore World Heritage Site Himeji Castle, Koko-en Garden, and Mt. Shosha with an English-Speaking Guide

An English-speaking guide will show you around the World Heritage Site Himeji Castle, Koko-en Garde…

Curative foods for the body and mind

Enjoy a buffet-style meal with special dishes made with local seasonal vegetables and herbs, which …

A walk around Himeji Castle in kimono

No need to prepare anything! Anyone can come and enjoy wearing kimono.
Walking around Himej…

Become the star of a historical drama walking around Himeji’s castle town

With our authentic makeup, hairstyles, and costumes, you'll feel like the star of a historical dram…

Make Wagashi (Japanese Confectionary) in Himeji’s Castle Town

Make seasonal Japanese sweets (wagashi) under the careful direction of wagashi artisans. You'll be …

Make your own indigo piece at this traditional Japanese home

Experience traditional indigo dyeing using cotton products made from natural materials, made with c…