Discover the spirit of Japan at Shareo West Street,
just a 3-minute walk from the A-Bomb Dome.
Experience Hiroshima’s rich cultural traditions
and join us in honoring the prayer for peace.
See, learn, and feel the beauty of Japanese culture for yourself.
NEWS
Experience Programs
A. Tea Ceremony Experience
Watch a traditional Japanese tea ceremony and enjoy matcha with a Japanese sweet. Experience the hospitality and quiet beauty of the Way of Tea.
20 min | ¥2,000
High school students and under | ¥1,000
B. Matcha Making Experience
Watch how matcha is properly prepared, then whisk your own bowl with guidance. No experience is necessary.
20 min | ¥2,000
High school students and under | ¥1,000
C. Tea Ceremony & Matcha Making Experience
Enjoy both experiences above: watch the tea ceremony, enjoy matcha and a Japanese sweet, then make your own bowl.
30 min | ¥3,000
High school students and under | ¥2,000
Presented by：清風会（茶道）
Onigiri Making Workshop
Have you ever wanted to make your own onigiri, the traditional Japanese rice ball featured in the film Spirited Away?
Using local Hiroshima ingredients such as Hiroshima greens and chirimen (dried baby sardines), you’ll create your own delicious onigiri by hand.
Learn about the culture and charm of onigiri, a beloved part of everyday life in Japan, while enjoying a fun hands-on experience.
After the workshop, you can enjoy eating the onigiri you made.
45 min ｜ 3,500yen
Presented by：olioli
Experience Authentic Samurai Culture
Experience authentic samurai training with a wooden sword (bokken), including sword-fighting (tate), drawing and sheathing a practice sword (bamboo blade), action techniques, and traditional samurai etiquette and movements.
Learn the spirit of the samurai while experiencing Japanese culture through proper manners, respectful behavior, and graceful movements. It’s a hands-on experience where you’ll take home not only great memories, but also the skills you’ve learned.
You can also enjoy a free 15-minute Samurai Show held daily at 1:30 PM and 4:00 PM.
Short Experience 30 min ｜ 3,000yen
Full Experience 60 min ｜ 10,000yen (Includes kimono and hakama dressing)
Presented by：SAMURAI UNIT TAIGI
Experience authentic samurai sword-fighting performances, action choreography, and samurai workshops in Hiroshima, the City of Peace.
KAKEJIKU MAKING WORKSHOP
Choose a favorite word, a personal goal, or a seasonal word, and create your own kakejiku (Japanese hanging scroll).
Explore different Kanji and Japanese words to find one that best represents your feelings, values, or wishes.
Practice writing your chosen word with a traditional Japanese brush, then turn your calligraphy into your own kakejiku.
Take your finished kakejiku home as a special memory of your trip to Japan.
40 min ｜ 3,000yen
Presented by：Nippon Journey
Contact : info@nippon-journy.com
MINI TATAMI WORKSHOP
A small piece of Japan you can take home with you.
A hands-on experience of crafting “tatami,” a traditional Japanese cultural element.
Choose your favorite combination of tatami facing and edging to create your own original mini-tatami.
A crafting experience that beginners can easily enjoy.
The completed mini-tatami can be taken home as a souvenir.
30 min ｜ 3,000yen
Presented by：内藤畳店
Origami Crane Art Experience
Learn about Hiroshima’s wish for peace through the story of Sadako Sasaki and the origami crane.
Using recycled paper made from origami cranes, create your own unique artwork and take it home as a special souvenir.
This is a Hiroshima-exclusive peace experience that can be enjoyed by both children and adults.
30 min ｜ 3,000yen
Presented by：Hiroshima Peace Craft
Contact：hiroshima@peace-craft.net
Peace Message Experience
Write your own message of peace and hope.
Your message will join the Lantern Floating Ceremony on August 6.
This is a simple and meaningful peace experience that anyone can join in just a few minutes.
10 min ｜ 1,000yen
Presented by：Peace Messages From Hiroshima
Contact：hiroshima@peace-craft.net
Bonsai Workshop
Bonsai originated in Hiroshima.
Choose your favorite young tree and pot, and create your own original bonsai.
Guests living in Japan may take their bonsai home after the workshop.
Please note that bonsai cannot be taken outside Japan due to plant quarantine regulations.
Enjoy this rare opportunity to create a bonsai together with a professional bonsai artisan.
60 min ｜ 4,400yen + pot fee
Presented by：株式会社庭能花園
Mizuhiki Strap Workshop
Create a beautiful momiji (Japanese maple leaf), one of Hiroshima’s most iconic symbols.
Choose your favorite colors from a variety of mizuhiki cords and make your own one-of-a-kind strap.
As you craft, you’ll also learn about the meaning and charm of mizuhiki, a traditional Japanese art that is woven into everyday life—not just used for gift envelopes.
20 min ｜ 2,000yen
Presented by：一般社団法人ひろしまきもの遊び
Contact : wabisabi@kimonoasobi.info
Koto Workshop
Embark on a meaningful cultural journey just steps from the A-Bomb Dome.
Discover the 1,300-year legacy of the 13-string Koto and listen to “Echo of Serenity,” a powerful musical prayer for peace.
With friendly guidance from our English-speaking instructors, absolute beginners will quickly learn to play this beautiful piece.
Conclude with a heartfelt group performance, and take home a video recording and a handfolded origami crane to cherish your unforgettable memories of Hiroshima.
A shorter 20-minute workshop is also available for those with limited time.
20 min ｜ 2,900yen
90 min ｜ 9,900yen
Presented by：株式会社インプレッション
Japanese Sake Etiquette Experience
Rather than simply tasting sake, you’ll discover the unique customs that have been part of Japanese social culture for centuries.
Why do Japanese people pour drinks for each other instead of themselves? How should you properly receive a drink? What types of sake cups are used for special occasions?
Guided by our English-speaking instructor, you’ll learn the basics of Japanese sake, traditional pouring etiquette, and how to enjoy sake in Japanese social settings.
You’ll also taste three carefully selected Hiroshima sake varieties, including well-known local brands such as Kamotsuru, Ugo no Tsuki, and Fukucho. Compare their aromas, sweetness, and flavors while putting traditional etiquette into practice.
30 min ｜ 3,900yen
Presented by：株式会社インプレッション
Hiroshima Citrus Discovery Challenge
Discover the vibrant world of Hiroshima’s famous citrus fruits through a fun, hands-on tasting experience for all ages!
Hiroshima is one of Japan’s leading citrus-producing regions, famous not only for its lemons but also for delicious varieties such as Mikan, Hassaku, Setoka, and Dekopon.
Start with a fun citrus quiz, then taste real fruits and premium Hiroshima citrus juices while challenging yourself to match each juice with the correct fruit.
Along the way, your English-speaking host will introduce Hiroshima’s citrus culture, explain the unique characteristics of each variety, and share why the Seto Inland Sea’s mild climate produces exceptional citrus.
At the end of the experience, you’ll receive your own Hiroshima Citrus Personality Card, revealing which Hiroshima citrus best matches your personality—a fun souvenir to remember your visit!
30 min ｜ 2,900yen
Presented by：株式会社インプレッション
Rice Flour Donut Ice Cream
Limited pop-up: September 29-30 only
luffy rice flour donut meets creamy ice cream. A delightful Japanese-inspired sweet featuring Hiroshima’s long-established Ueman Kinako (roasted soybean flour) and rich kuromitsu syrup.
Gluten-Free
Allergens: Egg, Milk
【MENU】
- Rice Flour Donut Ice Cream (with Kuromitsu Syrup) ¥650〜 Vanilla / Matcha
- Ice Cream ¥380〜 Vanilla / Matcha
- Drinks ¥450〜
Coffee, Tea, Hiroshima Organic Lemon Squash - Set Discount Available
From Hiroshima to the World, One Rice Flour Creation at a Time.
Presented by：Conetette（こねてって）
Contact : h09e3138@gmail.com
Fermented Drinks & Sweets
Limited pop-up: September 29th only
Bringing the wisdom of fermentation into everyday life, we offer nourishing “fermented foods” to support your body from within.
For this event, we have prepared a selectio of no-sugar drinks and sweets made with koji-based fermented ingredients. We look forward to welcoming you!
【MENU】
- Matcha Koji Latte – ¥750
- Hojicha Koji Latte – ¥750
•Fermented Red Bean Milk Zenzai -¥750 - Sweet Koji Pineapple Frappé – ¥750
- Homemade Plum Craft Cola – ¥750
- Sweet Koji Basque Cheesecake – ¥750
- Fermented Red Bean Matcha Tiramisu – ¥750
Payment: Cash only
Presented by：発酵美人倶楽部 Belle coloré
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