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The reasons to choose okeikoJapan for trip content

1. A Facility That Can Accommodate Large Groups at the Same Time

Depending on the activity, up to 100 participants can enjoy the experience simultaneously. For larger groups, sessions can also be arranged at different times.

2. A Choice of Three Japanese Cultural Experiences

Participants can choose from three activities: Omamori (Japanese Amulet) Making, Shamoji Calligraphy, and Mini Tea Ceremony. The most suitable activity can be selected based on the group size and participants’ interests.

3. Short Activity Times That Fit Easily into a Busy Schedule

Each experience takes approximately 30–45 minutes, making it easy to include in a limited schedule.
This allows plenty of time for free exploration and meals, helping schools create a comfortable and well-balanced itinerary.

4. Just a Five-Minute Walk from the Ferry Terminal, in a Quiet Part of Miyajima

Our venue is Tokujuji Temple, which has a history of approximately 300 years. It is conveniently located near the ferry terminal, yet tucked away beyond a residential area, offering a peaceful and quiet environment.

5. Unique Miyajima Experiences Featuring Local Specialties

Our activities incorporate Miyajima specialties, including the traditional wooden rice paddle known as shamoji and locally made Miyajima-yaki pottery (tea bowls). These are experiences unique to Miyajima. Before each activity, participants can also learn about the history of Miyajima and the shamoji through an illustrated storytelling presentation.

6. Enjoyable Experiences Regardless of the Weather

All activities take place indoors, so participants can enjoy them comfortably regardless of the weather, whether it is rainy, hot, or cold.

7. A Practical Example of Revitalizing Local Heritage Through Adaptive Reuse

okeikoJapan has renovated Tokujuji Temple, a historic temple whose future preservation was once under consideration, and transformed it into a facility where visitors can experience Japanese culture.
We continue to maintain and manage the temple through our business activities.

For schools interested in learning about themes such as the revitalization and operation of historic facilities, the background of this project, or our relationship with the local community, we can also provide explanations tailored to their interests and requests.

Activities for a big group

Omamori Luchy Charm Making Experience（Approx. min/ English Guidance5,000yen）

（Max group size using 3 rooms : 100 people）

Each omamori pouch is handmade by our staff using fabric carefully taken from pre-loved kimono that someone once treasured.

The fabrics come in a variety of materials, colors, and patterns. We also offer 20 different colors of decorative braided cords to choose from.

Pick your favorite combination and create an omamori that is truly one of a kind!

First, write your wish on a miniature wooden rice paddle charm that has been blessed with a prayer at Tokujuji Temple. Place it inside your pouch and tie it securely with your chosen braided cord.

The familiar biwa-shaped rice paddle was invented approximately 220–230 years ago by Seishin, a Buddhist monk from Miyajima. Today, it is cherished as a traditional good-luck charm.

Once your omamori is complete, we will offer it before the principal Buddhist image at Tokujuji Temple. After paying your respects, you can take your very own omamori home with you.

We also have a short, illustrated storytelling presentation where you can discover more about the fascinating history of Miyajima. We hope you enjoy it!

Calligraphy Experience（approx. 30 min/English Guidance5,000yen）

（Max group size using 3 rooms: 40 people ）

Write your fevorite letter on Miyajima’s speciality item Shamoji(rice Scoop).
Learn how to hold brush and draw basic line. Learn how to write your name in Japanese alphabet.

After some practice, finalize your work by writing on Shamoji. Sign your name in Japanese.
It will be good souvenir with Miyajima designed stamps on it.

※Option
We can put brand stamp of your liking from your data.
300yen or up/design/Shamoji
Engrave date, school emblem and so on for your memory.

Tea Ceremony（Approx. 30min／English Guidance5000yen）

（Max group size: 20people）

Learn how to drink Matcha tea while seeing tea ceremony.

Enjoy the process of making tea and serene atmosphare. We use locally made “Miyajima pottary” for the tea ceremony.

After tea ceremony, let’s try “Bon Ryaku Temae” Begginer style tea ceremony and learn how to make good Matcha tea.

Facility

We are located in Tokujuji temple, just about 5 min walk from Miyajima Ferry Terminal.
Japanese Garden and lobby are available that we can take big group of people.

Max size of group

For Omamori charm making :100 people.
For Shamoji Calligraphy: 40 people
For Tea ceremony : 18 people.
We can arrange different time for each group or class.

（2F Main hall ）Omamori Charm Making 40 people max. /Shamoji Calligraphy 28people max.

（２F Japanese style room/ 2 rooms）Omamori Charm making 36 people max. /Shamoji Calligraphy 12people max.

（1F Japanese style room）Omamori Charm Making 24 people max. /Tea ceremony 12 people max.

Setting image

2F Main hall

2F Japanese style room

Outside of okeikoJapan

We can deliver our activities to the hotels and Etto Miyajima Community Center.
Contact us for venue arrangement. We will try as much as possible.
The contents of the activities and time can be arranged for your scedule.

※Extra fee will be charged for delivered activities and venue arrangement.

Time needed：Approx. 30 min.
Open Hours：10：00～17：00
Closed： Dec 29 to Jan 3. Aug 24

※Addtional fee will be charged.

Record

・Tokyo International School 7 th grade school trip　20 people
（okeikoJapan: Omamori charm making）
・HongKong　High School Student　Field trip　33 people
（okeikoJapan：Shamoji Calligraphy）
・Australia 　Elementary School Field Trip　30 people
（okeikoJapan：Experienced in 2 groups: Tea Ceremony and Calligraphy）
・Australia Group Link Tour 16 people　
（okeikoJapan:：Experienced in 2 groups :Tea Ceremony)
・U.S.A. Randolph-Macon College 24 people
（okeikoJapan：Tea ceremony,Calligraphy,Amulet making）
・Mexico El Ramen de Koji 20 people
（okeikoJapan：Amulet making）
・松前国際友好財団　15people
（okeikoJapan：Tea Ceremony）

Cancellation Policy

The number of participants cannot be changed after the confirmation. (two weeks before the sceduled date). In case of cancellation, 100% of the cancellation fee will be charged.

How to apply

1，Contact us with email with the date of participation, number of participants, and desired activity.
2，If we are available on the sceduled day, we will ask for detail.

※Etto Miyjajima community center can be booked 1 year ahead.　First come, first served, need booking.
※Contact us with email if you would like to check in advance.

Contact：support@okeiko-japan.com

※We wil get in touch with you within 3 business days.