Art, Culture & History

Genbudo Museum & Park

Natural WondersArt, Culture & HistoryKinosaki Onsen

Genbudo Museum houses an extensive collection of rare minerals and precious stones as well as t-rex, pterosaur, and Asian elephant fossils. Located directly out in front of the museum is the natural national monument Genbudo Caves……

Iroha Yukata Shop & Rental

Art, Culture & HistoryShoppingKinosaki Onsen

Kinosaki’s one and only yukata specialty boutique stocks a wide selection of high quality yukata for men, women, and children. Walk-ins and online reservations are accepted. You can rent a yukata for the entire day, giving you ple……

Tajima Tea-Picking Tour (with English-speaking guide)

Art, Culture & HistoryDay Trips Around KinosakiKinosaki Onsen

Enjoy gorgeous tea plantation views, pick your own tea leaves, and use them to make your own tea!

Toyooka’s Traditional Bag Crafting

Art, Culture & HistoryToyooka

Witness Toyooka’s 1,200 years of traditional bag crafting.

Cultural Experiences: Calligraphy

Art, Culture & HistoryKinosaki Onsen

With guidance from an experienced staff member, learn how to write Japanese calligraphy, known as shodo in Japanese.

Cultural Experiences: Tea Ceremony, Flower Arrangement, Koto

Art, Culture & HistoryKinosaki Onsen

Travel back to the Edo era by experiencing traditional Japanese culture while you're in a traditional onsen town.

Zen Meditation, Buddhist Sermon, & Matcha at Gokurakuji Temple

Art, Culture & HistoryKinosaki Onsen

Try zen meditation and experience local Japanese culture at a lesser-known, local Kinosaki temple!

Zazen & Matcha + Private Nursery School Tour (with English guide)

Art, Culture & HistoryKinosaki Onsen

Take a glimpse into both traditional and contemporary Japanese life and culture through this tour. The tour will help clear your mind and warm your heart.

Izushi Kimono Rental

Art, Culture & HistoryDay Trips Around KinosakiIzushi

Izushi is a great place for wearing a kimono, so come for a stroll through this picturesque town!

Straw Craft Activity and Craftsman Workshop Tour (with English guide)

Art, Culture & HistoryKinosaki Onsen

Observe the fascinating and complex straw craft process, learn about its history, and make your own original straw craft design.

Onsenji Temple Hot Spring Therapy Origins Tour

Art, Culture & HistoryHot SpringsKinosaki Onsen

On this tour, learn about the ancient bathing rituals, Onsenji Temple's history, the founder of Kinosaki Onsen, and more!

Yukata Rental in Kinosaki Onsen

Art, Culture & HistoryKinosaki Onsen

Become part of the traditional Japan atmosphere by renting a yukata during your visit to Kinosaki!