"Kyoto Machiya Experience Tour" - a donation reward for hometown tax donations.

Donation benefits for those who donate 10,000 yen or more.

1. Kyoto Machiya Experience Plan (for 1 person) Provided by Rakutabi Co., Ltd. Limited to the first 20 applicants.

(Experience details)

・ You can visit the "Former Muranishi Residence," a Kyoto townhouse that is normally closed to the public and is designated as a nationally registered tangible cultural property.

In this historic Kyoto townhouse, you can enjoy matcha green tea and traditional Japanese sweets, and experience a glimpse of everyday life in a Kyoto townhouse.

In addition, guests can enjoy the elegant game of "Tosenkyo," which can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from children to the elderly.

*The images of the matcha and Japanese sweets are for illustrative purposes only. The actual products may differ. Please understand.

[Notes regarding the "Kyoto Machiya Experience Plan"]

• We accept applications year-round. After making your donation, you will need to contact Rakutabi Co., Ltd. directly to arrange your participation date (please do so at least 30 days before your desired participation date).

If the number of participants for your preferred date and time is less than 5, we may reschedule your reservation to another date and time.

The types of Japanese sweets offered will vary depending on the season. Please note that you cannot choose the type of sweets you receive.

If you would like to add family members or other participants to the event, please contact Rakutabi Co., Ltd.

(Contact Information)

Rakutabi Co., Ltd.
Rakutabi Kyoto Machiya, 333 Izumishoji-cho, Takakura-nishi-iru, Takoyakushi-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City
Phone: 075-257-7320 Fax: 075-257-7350
　> Rakutabi (This will take you to an external website)

2. Introductory Course Experience for Traditional Architecture Research (for one person) - Provided by JTB Kyoto Branch Co., Ltd.

(Experience details)

You can take courses on traditional architecture at the Kyoto Architectural College's "Yoshiyamachi Campus," a traditional Kyoto townhouse.

From ancient times to the present day, temples and shrines, the Shinden-zukuri style of Heian-period aristocrats and the Shoin-zukuri style of samurai families, the tea ceremony aiming for the smallest possible space, and various folk houses and townhouses throughout Japan... specialists in the field will explain the basics of Japanese architecture (no prior knowledge of architecture is required to attend).

There are two courses, Course A and Course B. Please choose one.

Notes for the "Introductory Course Experience in Traditional Architecture Research"

・ There is no dress code. You don't need to bring anything in particular.

・Reservations must be made by contacting JTB Kyoto Branch directly at least two weeks before your desired participation date (please do so after making your donation).

If you wish to add participants, such as family members of those who have made a donation, please contact JTB Kyoto Branch.

(Contact Information)

JTB Kyoto Branch

Email:[email protected]

　　　　 [email protected]

Phone: 075-365-7722

*If sending by email, please include both of the above addresses in the recipient field.

Donation benefits for those who donate 50,000 yen or more.

1. WAC Japan Hometown Tax Donation Program "Kyoto Machiya Experience Tour" Provided by WAC Japan Co., Ltd.

(1) Guided tour of a historic Kyoto townhouse & tea ceremony experience, including a talk on "Japanese people and fragrance" (1.5 hours), souvenir included (fragrance map of the area around Wakuwaku-kan & Kyoto sweets), pair (1 group of 2 people)

Event period: July 2019 to March 20, 2020, May to the end of August 2020
Location: Wakuwaku-kan, Takakura-Nijo, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City

(Experience details)

- Visit a traditional Kyoto townhouse, formerly a merchant's house, built around 1910. The tour will explain the characteristics of traditional Kyoto townhouses, such as their long, narrow structure (known as an "eel's bed"), high, open ceilings, and inner courtyard.

Afterwards, there will be a tea ceremony experience in a traditional Kyoto townhouse tea room, followed by a lecture on "Japanese People and Fragrance."

・Includes a fragrant Japanese confectionery souvenir.

We accept reservations for groups of two people.

(2) Guided tour of a historic Kyoto townhouse & Japanese confectionery making (2 types) (1.5 hours) for two people (per pair)

Event period: July 2019 to March 20, 2020, May to the end of August 2020
Location: Wakuwaku-kan, Takakura-Nijo, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City

(Experience details)

- Visit a traditional Kyoto townhouse, formerly a merchant's house, built around 1910. The tour will explain the characteristics of traditional Kyoto townhouses, such as their long, narrow structure (known as an "eel's bed"), high, open ceilings, and inner courtyard.

Afterwards, we experienced making two kinds of seasonal Japanese sweets in the kitchen of a traditional Kyoto townhouse.

* We can accommodate your preference for the type of Japanese sweets.

We accept reservations for groups of two people.

(3) A guided tour of the Kyoto townhouse and garden where the 17th head of the family lives, and a tea ceremony experience in a 4.5-tatami mat tea room (per person)

Event period: July 2019 to March 20, 2020, May to the end of August 2020
Location: Kyoto city center, large-walled traditional townhouse

(Experience details)

This Kyoto townhouse was originally built as the residence of a long-established merchant family. In addition to the entrance hall and storehouse, it also features a shoin-style drawing room that was added during the enthronement of Emperor Taisho. The tour includes commentary from the owner.

Afterwards, we experienced a tea ceremony in a traditional 4.5-tatami mat tea room.

We accept reservations for one person at a time.

*This is a special Kyoto townhouse that is cooperating with us for this event. When participating, please refrain from posting the name of the Kyoto townhouse or any photos taken on site online. Thank you for your understanding.

[WAC Japan Hometown Tax Donation Program "Kyoto Machiya Experience Tour" Important Notes]

Please pay attention to the month in which each event will be held.

・ You can contact WAC Japan directly to schedule an appointment (please schedule after making your donation). Please make your reservation at least two weeks before your desired date.

If you would like to add family members or other participants who have made a donation, please contact WAC Japan.

(contact address)

761 Tenshu-cho, Takakura-dori, Nijō-agaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City
WAC Japan Co., Ltd.
email[email protected]
Phone: 075-212-9993 Fax: 075-212-9994
　> WAC Japan (This link will take you to an external website)

2. Kyoto-style cuisine plan in a traditional Kyoto townhouse (for one person) - Provided by Rakutabi Co., Ltd. - Limited to the first 10 people

(Experience details)

・ You can visit the "Former Muranishi Residence," a Kyoto townhouse that is normally closed to the public and is designated as a nationally registered tangible cultural property.

Furthermore, you will enjoy catered meals from a long-established restaurant in this historic Kyoto townhouse, giving you a glimpse into everyday life in a Kyoto townhouse.

In addition, guests can enjoy the elegant game of "Tosenkyo," which can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from children to the elderly.

*Please note that the dishes pictured are for illustrative purposes only and may differ from the actual dishes.

[Notes regarding the "Kyoto-style cuisine plan in a traditional Kyoto townhouse"]

We accept applications year-round. To arrange your participation dates, please contact Rakutabi Co., Ltd. directly after making your donation.

Please make any scheduling adjustments at least 30 days before your desired participation date.

If the number of participants for your preferred date and time is less than four, we may reschedule your reservation to another date and time.

If you would like to add family members or other participants to the event, please contact Rakutabi Co., Ltd.

• The menu changes depending on the season. Please note that you cannot choose the type of dishes served.

(Contact Information)

Rakutabi Kyoto Machiya, 333 Izumishoji-cho, Takakura-nishi-iru, Takoyakushi-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City
Rakutabi Co., Ltd.
Tel: 075-257-7320 Fax: 075-257-7350
　> Rakutabi (This will take you to an external website)

3. Traditional bamboo lath weaving and rough plastering experience (for one person) Provided by JTB Kyoto Branch Co., Ltd.

(Experience details)

- You will experience the weaving of "bamboo lath," which forms the base of the "earthen walls" of Kyoto townhouses (Course A only), and the process of applying earthen plaster to the walls.

• We offer catered lunch boxes for lunchtime.

We offer two courses: Course A, which includes both bamboo lath weaving and rough plastering, and Course B, which includes only rough plastering. Please choose one.

[Traditional Bamboo Lath Weaving and Rough Wall Plastering Experience: Important Notes]

• While the sessions are generally held on Saturdays or Sundays, please contact us separately if you would like to participate on a weekday.

• The event will be held with a minimum of two participants.

・Reservations must be made by contacting JTB Kyoto Branch directly at least three weeks prior to your desired date (please do so after making your donation).

If you wish to add participants, such as family members of those who have made a donation, please contact JTB Kyoto Branch.

Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.

(Contact Information)

JTB Kyoto Branch

Email:[email protected]

　　　　 [email protected]

Phone: 075-365-7722

*If sending by email, please include both of the above addresses in the recipient field.

Please note

　The "Kyoto Machiya Experience Tour" is a donation benefit available only to donors from outside the city.
Please check the notes for each item.
The following are some general points to note:

Please only apply if you agree in advance that the personal information you provide (your name only) will be shared with the tour operator for the purpose of registering you for the tour, which is a reward for your donation.

・We will not offer refunds or alternative tours if a donor is unable to participate in the tour due to personal reasons.

- Donors are responsible for their own transportation costs from their home to the event site, as well as any accommodation expenses in Kyoto City.

Tour details are subject to change without notice.