Wheelchair accessible Family-friendly activities Art Tours Culture & history Guided tours Fashion tours Educational activities Literary activities Markets, bazaars, & souks

This experience allows guests to step into Japanese tradition with their own hands. From wearing a kimono to practicing calligraphy with a local master, and exploring Sasebo’s bustling markets.

Highlights

• Market visit with a cup of green tea or local sake
• Sample fresh sashimi or fried fish cakes
• Guests walk through the bustling market

Description

This experience allows guests to step into Japanese tradition with their own hands. From wearing a kimono to practicing calligraphy with a local master, and exploring Sasebo’s bustling markets, visitors will feel deeply immersed in Japanese daily and cultural life. 1. Kimono Dressing Experience – Guests are welcomed into a local cultural center where they are dressed in elegant kimono by friendly attendants. They learn the symbolism of colors and patterns while taking photos in traditional attire. 2. Calligraphy Lesson with a Master – A Japanese calligraphy teacher introduces the art of writing kanji with brush and ink. Guests practice their chosen character—such as “peace” (和) or “dream” (夢)—and take home their work as a unique souvenir. 3. Sasebo Fish & Produce Market – Guests walk through the bustling market, guided through fresh seafood stalls, vegetables, and local specialties. They engage with vendors, sample fresh sashimi or fried fish cakes, and feel the warmth of Japanese hospitality. 4. Tea Break – End the market visit with a cup of green tea or local sake, reflecting on the cultural journey.

Includes

1. Kimono Dressing Experience – Guests are welcomed into a local cultural center where they are dressed in elegant kimono by friendly attendants. They learn the symbolism of colors and patterns while taking photos in traditional attire. 2. Calligraphy Lesson with a Master – A Japanese calligraphy teacher introduces the art of writing kanji with brush and ink. Guests practice their chosen character—such as “peace” (和) or “dream” (夢)—and take home their work as a unique souvenir. 3. Sasebo Fish & Produce Market – Guests walk through the bustling market, guided through fresh seafood stalls, vegetables, and local specialties. They engage with vendors, sample fresh sashimi or fried fish cakes, and feel the warmth of Japanese hospitality. 4. Tea Break – End the market visit with a cup of green tea or local sake, reflecting on the cultural journey.

Important Information

• Guests will feel a personal bond with Japanese tradition, pride in creating their own calligraphy, joy in tasting local food, and warmth from connecting with everyday people in Sasebo.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund