{"id":41907,"date":"2016-03-21T16:54:14","date_gmt":"2016-03-21T06:54:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/vc\/blog\/?p=41907"},"modified":"2018-05-14T06:16:44","modified_gmt":"2018-05-13T20:16:44","slug":"8-unique-things-to-do-in-japan-hai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/vc\/blog\/8-unique-things-to-do-in-japan-hai\/","title":{"rendered":"8 unique things to do in Japan \u2013 Hai!"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you need another reason to go to Japan (apart from the\u00a0delicious food\u00a0and amazing culture), then you’ve come to the right place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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There\u2019s something about Japan<\/a> that captivates mind, body and soul – just ask Mitzi<\/a>. From\u00a0Sumos to snow monkeys, this\u00a0list of Japan\u2019s most unique activities<\/a> is for you:<\/p>\n

Meet a real life Sumo Wrestler<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n

Yes – in person! They live in a place called a \u2018Heya\u2019 which translates to \u2018sumo stables’ and on this awesome tour you\u2019ll be able to see their morning training regime (Asa Geijo), learn what they eat and what they do once they\u2019ve finished practice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\"Sumo<\/a>\n

Get a Samurai Sword lesson from a Kill Bill choreographer!<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n

Hell yes – who hasn\u2019t tried to do the Kill Bill moves?! \u00a0Now you can learn from an actual sword master. Go home and impress all your friends with your new moves and maybe even try out for a few movies, who knows, you might get a part \ud83d\ude09<\/span><\/p>\n\"Samurai<\/a>\n

Calm things down with a Matcha Tea ceremony experience<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n

Learn about the traditional preparation, history and philosophy of green tea from a tea master in a super chilled tea room. By the end of this experience you\u2019ll be a matcha tea connoisseur \ud83d\ude09<\/span><\/p>\n\"Matcha<\/a>\n

Watch a\u00a0traditional Japanese Cabaret show<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n

Let your hair down and enjoy a traditional Cabaret where you\u2019ll be able to eat and drink while watching a colourful performance that takes you into the Meiji era. \u00a0Think dancing, beautiful costumes,\u00a0elegant geishas and even Japanese drag queens.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\"Japanese<\/a>\n

Visit the famous Snow Monkeys \u2013 Nagano<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n

You’ve probably seen photos of cute, fluffy monkeys surrounded by snow, soaking in onsens (you\u2019ve been living under a rock if you haven\u2019t!). This is an absolute must\u00a0when travelling in Japan<\/a>. The monkeys are unconcerned by people watching them bath, play, fight and feed all day and my goodness they are CA-UTE!<\/p>\n\"Snow<\/a>\n

Become a Ninja<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n

Prepare your mind for what is the beginning of your journey to becoming a Ninja. You\u2019ll get to wear a traditional Dogi (training outfit), learn meditation and Kujikiri (hand gestures to strengthen your mind). You\u2019ll also get to throw ninja stars – um hell yes!<\/span><\/p>\n\"Ninja<\/a>\n

Geek out in\u00a0Akihabara<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n

Akihabara, aka electric town is the place to go if you love gadgets and tech. On this tour\u00a0you can surround yourself with electronics, anime characters and themed\u00a0cafes. You\u2019ll also get the chance to dress up as your favourite anime character and get photos in character – ahh!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\"Akihabara<\/a>\n

Wander around in a Kimono<\/a>\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

Dress up in a traditional kimono and explore the streets of Tokyo<\/a> in your new outfit. You get a professional stylist to help you get ready who will teach you about the diferent fashion styles for men and women.You can also get hair and make-up styling to make you look every part traditional –\u00a0count us in!<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Kimino<\/a><\/i><\/b><\/h2>\n

Have you have a unique activity that’s not on the list? Let us know\u00a0by tweeting us @lastminute_au.\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/h2>\n