Top Izumisano Art & Culture

Please step into the ring for a thrill encounter with sumo wrestler!　Feel the excitement as you face off in friendly yet intense sumo matches. After the show, you can take picture with sumo wrestlers. The after session you can fight with sumo wrestler. Enjoy the flavors of chanko nabe, a traditional, steaming, hearty hotpot dish beloved by sumo wrestlers. The world of sumo is a place where you can witness strength and dignity that transcends language and culture.Let yourself be moved by the thrill of sumo, Japan's proud sport! Immerse yourself in the essence of Japan's cherished sport and let the thrill of sumo warm your heart. You can wear a kimono while in the Ochiizumi Room. Please ask the staff.

Discover sumo through an interactive and educational show led by former professional rikishi. Unlike official Grand Sumo tournaments, this experience focuses on learning, close-up viewing, and hands-on participation. Watch powerful live bouts from a distance rarely possible in Grand Sumo, where you can feel the speed, impact, and movement up close. Then step into the dohyō for training in shiko, sumo stance, and suri-ashi, with the chance to join a friendly one-on-one match with a former rikishi. Our specially designed mat-based dohyō is built to the same dimensions as a professional Grand Sumo ring. For safety and hygiene, women and children are also welcome to enter the ring, take photos, and practice basic movements. Try on a traditional haori, with premium kimono dressing available as an add-on. Optional Chanko Nabe and Wagyu Sukiyaki meal plans are also available. Families are welcome, with discounted child tickets and free admission for ages 6 and under.

Don’t just waste time sitting in the airport during a long layover at Kansai Airport. If you have at least six hours to spend, get out into Osaka and experience the city. This is a private tour so can be customized to suit your needs and interests. Visit markets and museums, temples and shrines, and the unmissable Osaka Castle. Board your next flight feeling refreshed and energized.

Experience the unique and Immersion "Samurai Experience". This experience is guided by a special master. This activity offers a rare opportunity to practice at Aritōshi Shrine the traditional Japanese martial art known as "Iai-do" of an environment rich in history and culture.

Kimono, a symbolic icon of Japanese culture, is not just something you wear. It reflects how we live and feel in our daily lives. During your special visit to Japan, I would like to offer you a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the unique wisdom of kimono. The knowledge and experience you gain from this workshop will be the most valuable souvenir to bring home from Japan. This workshop offers a rich cultural and artistic experience that will stimulate your senses. Perfect for those who want to see real kimonos crafted with the finest authentic techniques in Japan, it provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in traditional Japanese artistry.

This tour invites you into one of Japan’s hidden spiritual worlds—Shipporyu-ji Temple on Mount Inunaki—just a short ride from Kansai International Airport, yet far from the noise and crowds of typical sightseeing. Unlike standard temple visits, this experience introduces you to Shugendo, a mystical Japanese religion blending Buddhism, mountain worship, and nature reverence. With a knowledgeable guide, you’ll journey into a forested valley, cross moss-covered stone paths, and discover sacred spaces where monks once trained in isolation. At the heart of the temple lies Gyoja-no-Taki, the Waterfall of the Ascetics, where ritual purification continues today. The atmosphere is silent, sacred, and deeply moving. No tourist shops, no neon signs—just the sound of cascading water and the rustle of leaves. For travelers seeking a rare, off-the-beaten-path encounter with Japan’s spiritual and natural heritage, this tour offers an unforgettable journey into the mountains of tradition.

Enjoy expertise of a private English driver and a customized itinerary. Immerse yourself in the country's Unesco world heritage sites, cultural gems and natural wonders. Highlights: 1. Osaka: Explore the vibrant capital with the must-see places 2. Kyoto & Nara: world heritage temples, shrines, serene gardens, geisha show 3. Uji: green tea field and tea ceremony 4. Hiroshima: Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Miyajima 5. Experience bullet trains 6. Private airport transfer services

Discover Kyoto’s quiet beauty on a private full-day tour through hidden temples, peaceful gardens, and local streets. Visit Kitano Tenmangu Shrine and the traditional Kamishichiken district, then continue to the elegant Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion) and the Philosopher’s Path. Enjoy a local lunch before exploring Nanzen-ji Temple and its graceful Suirokaku Aqueduct, where Zen tradition meets Meiji-era design. End your journey at Kennin-ji Temple and Gion, where geiko and maiko still preserve Kyoto’s timeless culture. A calm, personal experience for travelers seeking the authentic and spiritual side of Kyoto.

Discover the best fishing grounds in Japan located near Kansai International Airport. Learn about the long-standing fisheries culture of the region as you explore the market, where local fishermen bring in their catch to sell. Meet your guide at the airport and head to the market, located on the opposite shore of Kansai Airport. See fresh fish laid out for sale every day. Learn about the area's history and the significance of the market to the local community. Hear about the Naniwa area, known as the garden of fish. Experience firsthand the atmosphere of a land with such a fishery culture. Ask your guide anything you like about the local culture and fish.

Step into the timeless embrace of Mt. Inunaki, where the ancient Goma Prayer ignites a sacred fire that dances with life’s essence. Here, amidst the whispers of the past, you’ll witness a ritual that has warmed the hearts of pilgrims for centuries. Arrive early at the temple’s main hall, a sanctuary of peace, and settle into the stillness. The silence is not empty—it’s full of answers, readying your spirit for the transformative power of the Goma Prayer, available at your beck and call. Embark on a voyage to Japan, a land where the echoes of tradition blend seamlessly with the calm of nature. Embrace the mystical, embrace the divine. Let this be an adventure that stirs the soul, crafted for those who seek the extraordinary.

Starting in mid-November, Inunaki Mountain transforms with vibrant autumn colors, creating the perfect season for trekking. The mountains, covered in red and yellow hues, resemble a beautiful painting. As you walk along trails blanketed with fallen leaves, the crisp autumn air and seasonal scents provide a refreshing escape from daily life. This limited-time trekking experience amid stunning autumn foliage offers a unique adventure that can only be enjoyed during this special season. In this tour, you hike up the mountain to the Sipporyuji temple with our guide through the primeval forest which has been a training basement for Yamabushi, the Buddhist monk. After visiting the temple, you go back to Fudouguchi-Kan, Hot springs Japanese inn at the entrance of Mt. Inunaki. You have authentic Japanese cuisine and enjoy soaking in the Inunaki hot springs. Fudoguchikan provides a private Japanese room only for you.

You will experience "Goma Prayer" in a sacred mountain called Mt. Inunaki. In this tour, you hike up the mountain to the Shipporyujii-temple with our guide through premival forest which has been a training basement for "Yamabushi", Buddist monk. After arriving at the temple, Please enter the main hall about 15 minutes before the ”Goma Prayer" starts. When you go to "Fudouguchi-Kan", Onsen Ryokan at the entrance of Mt. Inunaki, enjoy soaking in the Inunaki hot springs. ※Inunakionsen Fudoguchikan will be temporarily closed for renovation from April 24 to September 30, 2026. During this period, guests will use the hot spring facilities at Minamitei.

Don't let a layover be just a wait at the airport – turn it into an unforgettable urban adventure! If you're traveling through Osaka and have a transit stop, your customized layover tours offer the perfect opportunity to dive into this incredible city, whether you have a few hours or a full day to explore. Instead of browsing duty-free shops, imagine yourself immersed in the vibrant culture, rich history, and futuristic energy of one of the world's most captivating metropolises.

Don't let a layover be just a wait at the airport – turn it into an unforgettable urban adventure! If you're traveling through Kyoto and have a transit stop, your customized layover tours offer the perfect opportunity to dive into this incredible city, whether you have a few hours or a full day to explore. Instead of browsing duty-free shops, imagine yourself immersed in the vibrant culture, rich history, and futuristic energy of one of the world's most captivating metropolises.

Kishiwada Castle is the castle closest to Kansai Airport. In Osaka Prefecture, only Osaka Castle and Kishiwada Castle remain with their castle towers, the symbol of the castle. Gofuso is located within the former Kishiwada Castle and is a tangible cultural property designated by Kishiwada City. It features a modern Japanese-style building, one of the few in Osaka Prefecture, and a vast, beautiful Japanese garden. In a tasteful building, the collaboration between Japanese cuisine made by a Japanese food artisan using many local products and art works (sake ware, etc.) by Takahiro Koga, a promising up-and-coming ceramic artist, is a one-of-a-kind experience. In addition, a tea ceremony in a tea room that is usually closed to the public allows you to feel the ancient Japanese spirituality and values. Enjoy an extraordinary opportunity to experience Japanese tea culture, history, and castles near Kansai Airport.

Don't let a layover be just a wait at the airport; turn it into an unforgettable urban adventure! If you're traveling through Kyoto and have a transit stop, the customized layover tours offer the perfect opportunity to dive into this incredible city, whether you have a few hours or a full day to explore. Instead of browsing duty-free shops, imagine yourself immersed in the vibrant culture, rich history, and futuristic energy of one of the world's most captivating metropolises.