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Cultural Experiences
| Transportation method | Get there on your own |
| Location | Indoor |
| Activity level | Beginner |
| Experience type | DIY Workshop |
| Cuisine type | Japanese cuisine, Sushi |
| Minimum participant requirement | 1 traveler, 2 travelers, 3 travelers, 4 travelers, 5 travelers, 6 travelers |
Product Info
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- Hirasou, a long-established store founded in 1861, is holding a hands-on kaki-no-ha sushi workshop where you can learn about and make Nara's food culture. The workshop can accommodate up to 30 people.
- First, watch the movie (running time: about 15 minutes)
- First, you will watch the short film "Kaki no Ha Sushi: The Gentle Culture of Wrapping" by director Naomi Kawase. The director, who is originally from Nara Prefecture, will talk about the people of Yoshino's commitment to their ingredients and the feelings they have towards their local cuisine, which has been passed down since ancient times. Through kaki no ha sushi, you will learn about Japan's rich food culture. The tour will also include a tasting of tea and two pieces of kaki no ha sushi.
- Making persimmon leaf sushi (about 30 minutes)
- Under the guidance of a craftsman, you will have the opportunity to try your hand at making persimmon leaf sushi. You will form vinegared rice into balls and shape them into a round ball, then place the vinegared rice on top of the persimmon leaf and toppings, carefully wrapping the sushi in the leaves. You will make a total of eight pieces of mackerel and salmon sushi, which will then be packed in a Yoshino cedar wooden box to take home.
Learn about Japanese food culture
Hold with love
A delicious souvenir
Purchase Notice
Regarding cancellation of the event:
- Please note that in the event that the tour is cancelled due to unavoidable circumstances, we will not be able to compensate for travel expenses to the tour site or other costs.
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Reminders
Participant age: 7 to 100 years old
About clothing and belongings: There are no particular requirements, but please wear comfortable clothing.
Rental equipment: None
Minimum number of participants: 5
Meeting Point
Location Name: 614 Iigai, Yoshino-cho, Yoshino-gun, Nara Prefecture
Address: 614 Iigai, Yoshino-cho, Yoshino-gun, Nara PrefectureHow to Get There
・Meeting time:
10:00
15:00
*Please indicate your desired time in the comments section when making your reservation.
・Meeting location:
Hiramune Yoshino Main Branch
Experience Location
Location Name: 614 Iigai, Yoshino-cho, Yoshino-gun, Nara Prefecture
Address: 614 Iigai, Yoshino-cho, Yoshino-gun, Nara PrefectureHow to Get There
By car: Approximately 55 minutes from the Tajihaya Main Line Tollgate on the Minami-Hanna Expressway
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 4 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 1 to 3 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
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