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[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 ~

[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 ~

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 Amanohashidate and the beautiful sea of Kyoto. On Saturday, September 28th, Yoshimoto resident comedian Carrot and Cabbage Miku (who lives in Kyotango City) is also confirmed to participate! There are two...

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Our "ambassadors" will guide you through Kyoto's cultural tourism in a variety of languages, drawing on their own experiences and knowledge. We can accommodate requests for standard courses or special, bespoke one-day courses, to help you create unforgettable days in Kyoto, providing you with the opportunity to learn about and experience shrines, temples, and gardens, modern architecture, food culture, traditional performing arts, and more, as well as meet the local encounters that will create the best memories. In addition to guided tours, we offer special experiences, from events utilizing unique venues to plans that allow you to fully enjoy Kyoto culture throughout the seasons.

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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.

[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 ~

*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]

[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 ~

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]

[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 ~

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"

[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 ~

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

[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 ~

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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Our "ambassadors" will guide you through Kyoto's cultural tourism in a variety of languages, drawing on their own experiences and knowledge. We can accommodate requests for standard courses or special, bespoke one-day courses, to help you create unforgettable days in Kyoto, providing you with the opportunity to learn about and experience shrines, temples, and gardens, modern architecture, food culture, traditional performing arts, and more, as well as meet the local encounters that will create the best memories. In addition to guided tours, we offer special experiences, from events utilizing unique venues to plans that allow you to fully enjoy Kyoto culture throughout the seasons.

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