[Kyoto/Tango] Experience hot air ballooning, food and culture at the Tango Local History Museum ~ Hands-on cultural courses to be held on September 28th and October 5th ~
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An event is being held jointly by the Tango Local History Museum and the Cultural Edu-Tourism Council ( CEC ), where you can board a hot air balloon from the Tango Kokubunji Ruins, a nationally designated historic site located on the grounds of the Tango Local History Museum, and enjoy views of Aman...
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What is the venue, the Kyoto Prefectural Tango Local History Museum?
Efforts are underway to create a "hub museum" that connects various people and cultures and fosters exchange and creativity. As part of this effort, the museum will host courses where visitors can experience the food and culture of Tango, such as a hot air balloon flight with a panoramic view of Amanohashidate and a barazushi-making experience.
*The museum is currently closed in preparation for renovation. It is scheduled to reopen in March 2027.
Saturday, September 28
[Hot air balloon + seaside breakfast course]
Date and time: 5:50~ Hot air balloon registration begins
6:00-9:00 Flight
7:00-8:30 Rice balls symbolizing the sea of Tango by Musubi
Price: 2,500 yen
[Hot air balloon only course]
Date and time: 5:50~ Hot air balloon registration begins
6:00-9:00 Flight
Price: Adults 1,500 yen
Saturday, October 5
[Hot air balloon + barazushi course]
Date and time: 5:50~ Hot air balloon registration begins
6:00-9:00 Flight
8:00-9:00 Barazushi making experience (Registration from 7:50)
*Please finish your hot air balloon experience by 7:50 and head to the Former Nagashima Family Residence.
Price: 2,500 yen
[Hot air balloon only course]
Date and time: 5:50 - Hot air balloon registration begins
6:00-9:00 Flight
Price: Adults 1,500 yen
No prior registration required & anyone can participate! Same-day event on Saturday, October 5th
Talk event "The last boat builder on the Tango Peninsula talks about the techniques and culture of Japanese boat making that he wants to pass on to the future"
Time: 9:05-9:45
Lecturer: Mitsuyoshi Yoshioka
The tour will be led by boat builder Mitsuyoshi Yoshioka, who will explain the structure of Japanese boats and shipbuilding techniques.
[Painting Exhibition] "Yoshibei and Friends Exhibition" Time: 6:30-11:00
The exhibition room at the Kyoto Prefectural Tango Local History Museum, which is currently closed, will be opened to the public as a special event to host a painting exhibition.
How to apply
Please apply via the link below.
English form
● Saturday, September 28th: Seaside breakfast course, Saturday, October 5th: Barazushi course
●Hot air balloon only course
Important Notes
Each group flight lasts approximately 5 minutes.
Depending on the weather conditions on the day, the flight may be delayed or canceled.
Carrot and Cabbage Mikusan
Miku from Carrot and Cabbage, a Yoshimoto comedian who lives in Kyotango City, will be visiting us.
●Carrot Cabbage Details
What is Tango Kokubunji Temple?
During the Nara period, Emperor Shomu issued an edict to build provincial temples, and this was one of the temples built in each province. During the hot air balloon ride, you can see the special scenic spot of Amanohashidate from the same height as the five-story pagoda of that time.
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In Kyoto, a city where students from both Japan and abroad gather, we are an organization of international students and Japanese students living in Kyoto from all over the world. Our "ambassadors" will guide you through Kyoto's cultural tourism in various languages based on our own experiences and knowledge. From existing courses to custom-made special one-day courses, we can accommodate requests from existing courses to custom-made special one-day courses in order to create the best memories, such as knowledge and experience of shrines and temples and gardens, modern architecture, food culture, traditional performing arts, etc., and local encounters. We will respond and help make your days in Kyoto unforgettable. In addition to guided tours, we offer special experiences ranging from events that utilize unique venues to projects that allow you to fully enjoy the seasonal culture of Kyoto.
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