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Osaka Festival Photo Experience: Mochi Pounding & Festival Vibes

Osaka, Japanby 株式会社Japanticket

  • 25 min
  • Free cancellation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: Japanese, English

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Overview

Matsuri Vibe in Kuromon Market: Step into a traditional Japanese festival atmosphere right in the heart of Osaka's famous Kuromon Market! Feel the Power: Grab a mallet and feel the raw sound and vibration of authentic mochi-pounding—a rare cultural event usually reserved for New Year's! Highly Instagrammable: From the dynamic mochi-pounding action on the 1st floor to the relaxing, Ryokan-style photo spots on the 2nd floor, every moment is picture-perfect. Delicious Cultural Taste: Reward your hard work with homemade Daifuku and a traditional matcha tea demonstration in a peaceful Japanese inn setting. Fun for Everyone: With smaller equipment available, women and kids can easily and safely join in the exciting mochi-making action!

What's included

  • Plan①: Performance & Experience / Plan②: Performance, hands-on experience, and matcha demonstration

    Itinerary

    Authentic Mochi-Pounding in Kuromon Market! Just 5 minutes from Kintetsu Nippombashi Station! Experience Japan's festive culture through traditional mochi-pounding, a cultural event wishing for good health and prosperity. Experience Flow 1. Pound Mochi (1F): Watch a dynamic live performance, then grab a mallet! Feel the incredible power, sound, and vibration of authentic mochi-pounding. 2. Relax & Eat (2F): Move to our Ryokan-style space. Take perfect photos and enjoy your treats in a peaceful atmosphere. Mochi-making experience Perfect for making lasting memories and social media posts! Enjoy the hands-on mochi-pounding experience on the 1st floor, then relax upstairs while savoring our delicious homemade Daifuku (sweet rice cakes). Mochi-making experience and matcha tea experience The ultimate cultural combo! Enjoy the thrilling mochi-pounding on the 1st floor and homemade Daifuku on the 2nd floor, perfectly paired with a traditional matcha tea demonstration. Notes (All Plans): Please refrain from participating if you are feeling unwell or are pregnant. We provide small equipment so women and children can participate without difficulty.

    Meeting and pickup

    From Namba Station (About a 10- to 15-minute walk) From any Namba Station (Osaka Metro, Nankai, Kintetsu, Hanshin), walk through the underground mall, Namba Walk, toward Nippombashi (East). Once you reach the Nippombashi area, go up to street level from Exit 10 and head to Kuromon Market.

    End point

    From Namba Station (About a 10- to 15-minute walk) From any Namba Station (Osaka Metro, Nankai, Kintetsu, Hanshin), walk through the underground mall, Namba Walk, toward Nippombashi (East). Once you reach the Nippombashi area, go up to street level from Exit 10 and head to Kuromon Market.

    Good to know

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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