Meet everyday Japanese culture in Hase, Kamakura.
Tucked into a small lane in Hase, Kamakura, F (Japanese Culture Experience) is an easy stop for travelers who want more than just sightseeing photos. Drop by between visits to Hasedera Temple and the Great Buddha, and spend a calm hour learning a slice of Japanese culture with your own hands. You don’t need formal knowledge or perfect manners—friendly staff guide you step by step, so first-timers feel comfortable. It’s the kind of place where time slows down, and you leave with a memory you can actually take home. Find it at 3-9-2 Hase, Kamakura.
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Packages
Japanese Cultural Standard Experience
Would you like to spend a fulfilling time with us, JCE, in a traditional Japanese residence in Hase, Kamakura, exploring a variety of cultural experiences?
In addition to calligraphy and matcha tea ceremony, you can also enjoy a Japanese bento and sake tasting while listening to live koto music—one of the highlights of joining JCE.
Optional experiences such as kimono dressing and rickshaw sightseeing will further enrich your journey.
The venue, Hase Villa, is conveniently located near famous spots such as the Great Buddha, Hase-dera Temple, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, and the Shonan beaches, making it easy to continue sightseeing after the program.
[Package] ¥20,000 / person
10:40 Meet at Hase Station
11:00 Head to the venue “Hase Villa”
11:20 Calligraphy Experience
12:00 Bento Lunch・Sake Tasting・Live Koto Performance
13:00 Tea Ceremony (Matcha) Experience
14:00 Dismissal
[Optional Plan A] Additional fee (payable on the day): ¥15,000 / person
09:30 Meet at Kamakura Station
09:45 Kimono Dressing Experience
10:20 Rickshaw ride with sightseeing through Kamakura en route to Hase
11:00 Arrive at the venue “Hase Villa”
[Optional Plan B] Kimono Dressing (Women Only)
Additional fee (payable on the day): ¥8,000 / person
09:45 Meet at Hase Station and dress in kimono at the Japanese residence “Hase Villa”
You will be dressed in a luxurious kimono made from the finest, rare Japanese fabrics.
Package applications must be completed by 13:00 on the day prior.
Optional Plan A applications must be completed one week prior to the event.
Optional Plan B applications must be completed by 13:00 on the day prior.
When applying for Optional Plans A or B, please provide your height and weight.
Example: Height ☐〇〇cm–〇〇cm Weight ☐〇〇kg–〇〇kg
Please also provide your email address, as we will send you the detailed schedule and further information.
Japanese Cultural Premium Experience
Would you like to spend a fulfilling time with JCE at a traditional Japanese residence in Hase, Kamakura, exploring a variety of Japanese cultural experiences?
In addition to calligraphy and matcha experiences, you can enjoy live koto (Japanese zither) performances while savoring a Japanese bento or tasting sake—one of the highlights of participating in JCE.
Optional experiences such as wearing a kimono and taking a rickshaw tour will make your journey even more enjoyable and immersive.
The venue, Hase Villa, is conveniently located near famous attractions such as the Great Buddha, Hase-dera Temple, Hachimangu Shrine, and the Shonan beach area, allowing you to continue sightseeing after the activities.
Standard package includes an optional 30-minute rickshaw tour and kimono-wearing experience:
Put on a kimono and enjoy a rickshaw ride along a special route through historic Kamakura before heading to the venue, Hase Villa, for your cultural experience.
Itinerary:
09:30 Meet at Kamakura Station
09:45 Kimono-wearing experience
10:20 Rickshaw tour of Kamakura en route to Hase
11:00 Arrive at Hase Villa
11:20 Calligraphy experience
12:00 Bento lunch, sake tasting, and koto performance
13:00 Tea ceremony (matcha) experience
14:00 Dismissal
Japanese Cultural Special Experience
Would you like to spend a fulfilling time with JCE at a traditional Japanese residence in Hase, Kamakura, exploring a variety of Japanese cultural experiences?
In addition to calligraphy and matcha experiences, you can enjoy live koto (Japanese zither) performances while savoring a Japanese bento or tasting sake—one of the highlights of participating in JCE.
Optional experiences such as wearing a kimono and taking a rickshaw tour make your journey even more enjoyable and immersive.
The venue, Hase Villa, is conveniently located near famous attractions such as the Great Buddha, Hase-dera Temple, Hachimangu Shrine, and the Shonan beach area, making it easy to continue sightseeing after the activities.
Put on an authentic kimono made from traditional Japanese fabrics, hand-stitched by artisans, and passed down through generations.
Itinerary:
09:45 Meet at Hase Station
10:10 Travel to the venue, Hase Villa
10:30 Kimono-wearing experience at the traditional Japanese residence Hase Villa
Afterwards, you can enjoy calligraphy, savor a bento lunch with sake tasting, listen to a koto performance, and participate in a tea ceremony (matcha experience).
Venue details
| Name | Japanese Cultural Experience in ancient Kamakura |
| Address | 3-9-2 Hase, Kamakura City, Kanagawa 鎌倉市長谷3丁目9-2 Google Maps |
| Access by public transportation | Meet at Kamakura Station |
| What's included | 1. Package fee
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| What's not included | 1. Additional charges outside the set menu
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| Booking notes | 1. The set menu contents and images are for reference only.
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| Cancellation policy | Cancellations made up to 3 days before the date of use will incur a 50% charge of the reservation fee.
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