{"id":4298,"date":"2026-10-05T15:43:45","date_gmt":"2026-10-05T06:43:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hagi-machihaku.com\/html\/?post_type=event&p=4298"},"modified":"2026-10-05T15:43:45","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T06:43:45","slug":"30","status":"publish","type":"event","link":"https:\/\/hagi-machihaku.com\/html\/en\/events\/event\/30\/","title":{"rendered":"A Timeless Experience in a Historic Residence: Enjoy Matcha Tea and Handcrafted Japanese Sweets in Kimono"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\u2460October 26 (Mon)
\u2461November 3 (Tue)
\u2462November 16 (Mon)
\u2463November 28 (Sat)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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10:00 am to 1:00 pm OR
12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
(Matcha experience starts at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm)

*You are free to wear your kimono until 5:30 pm, even after the matcha experience is over.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\u00a58,500 (includes kimono rental fee, matcha tea ceremony at Kikuya Family Residence, and handmade Japanese sweets)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Change into kimono and enjoy freshly crafted Japanese sweets and matcha in an Edo-period merchant\u2019s mansion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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This limited-time program offers a rich taste of Hagi\u2019s cultural heritage\u2014blending tradition, atmosphere, and cuisine. Begin by changing into a kimono of your choice, then step into the serene setting of the Kikuya Family Residence, once a wealthy merchant\u2019s home and distinguished guesthouse. There, much like a master sushi chef presenting each piece with care, a Japanese sweets artisan will craft seasonal sweets before your eyes, specially created for this program. Savor these freshly made delights with matcha, all while dressed in kimono\u2014an immersive experience that captures the very essence of Japanese culture.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Meet the Host<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Hagi Fukuya<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At our long-established kimono rental shop, we bring fresh ideas and fun experiences to make kimono more approachable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why not enjoy something special and memorable in Hagi, wearing kimono?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Schedule<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Meet at Hagi Fukuya<\/a>, where you will rent and get dressed in Kimono<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Enjoy Japanese sweets and matcha tea at Kikuya Family Residence<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Free time to explore Hagi<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Return kimono to Hagi Fukuya by 5:30 pm & finish<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Photo Gallery<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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    With over 200 high-quality kimono to choose from, there\u2019s a perfect kimono for everyone<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Groups of friends, couples, and families can step into a different world simply by changing into kimono<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    The spacious, beautifully maintained garden of the Kikuya Family Residence offers visitors a moment of quiet luxury<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Watch the skills of a Japanese sweets artisan at work<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Enjoy your matcha and Japanese sweets inside Kikuya Family Residence’s shinzashiki<\/em> (new residential suite), not normally open to the public.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Treasures Found Here<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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    Hagi Castle Town<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Explore the Hagi Castle Town area, where the charm of the Edo period is beautifully preserved.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Kikuya Family Residence<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    The residence’s beautiful white earthen walls and Japanese garden are perfect for enjoying in kimono.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Hagi, a Town Made for Kimono<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Chosen as the first-ever \u201cMost Kimono-Suited Town\u201d in Japan, Hagi is a place where wearing kimono just feels right.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Information<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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    Date(s)<\/td>\u2460October 26 (Mon)
    \u2461November 3 (Tue)
    \u2462November 16 (Mon)
    \u2463November 28 (Sat)<\/td><\/tr>
    Time(s)<\/td>10:00 am to 1:00 pm OR
    12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
    (Matcha experience starts at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm)

    *You are free to wear your kimono until 5:30 pm, even after the matcha experience is over.<\/em><\/td><\/tr>
    Location<\/td>Hagi Fukuya
    3 Shimogokenmachi, Hagi-shi 758-0043<\/td><\/tr>
    Access<\/td>By car:<\/em><\/strong>
    \u30fb5 minutes from Higashi-Hagi Station to Hagi Fukuya
    \u30fb5 minutes from Hagi Fukuya to the Kikuya Residence<\/td><\/tr>
    Parking<\/td>Parking is available in front of the store and in the adjacent car park (5 spaces available in total).<\/td><\/tr>
    Cost<\/td>\u00a58,500 (includes kimono rental fee, matcha tea ceremony at Kikuya Family Residence, and handmade Japanese sweets)<\/td><\/tr>
    Payment Method<\/td>Cash only<\/td><\/tr>
    Capacity<\/td>1 to 5 people (must be 140 cm or taller)<\/td><\/tr>
    What to bring<\/td>–<\/td><\/tr>
    Please note<\/td>Please make sure you arrive on time.
    If you need to purchase tabi socks, an additional fee of \u00a51,100 will apply.<\/td><\/tr>
    How to make a reservation<\/td>By phone:<\/strong> 0838-22-6169 (9:00 am to 6:00 pm, except Wednesdays)
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    By email:<\/strong> info@hagifukuya.com<\/a>

    Via our website:<\/strong>     Hagi Fukuya<\/a>

    Via social media:<\/strong>     @hagi_fukuya<\/a> (Instagram)

    Phone inquiries are accepted during the hours listed above. Reservations can also be made at any time via our website, email, or Instagram.<\/em><\/td><\/tr>
    Reservation Deadline<\/td>Please reserve at least one week in advance.<\/td><\/tr>
    Cancelations<\/td>Day before: Must pay 50% of program cost
    Same day: Must pay 50% of program cost
    No-show: Must pay 100% of program cost<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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