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【Sightseeing for Parents, Cultural Exploration in English with international peers for Kids!】A New EduTourism Program for Traveling Families with Elementary School Children

【Hands-on Workshop】What are the differences between the world-famous ninjas and samurai? How is Kanazawa gold leaf made? Discover the world’s thinnest gold leaf—just 1/1,000 the thickness of a human hair!

■Overview & Concept

Family trips often force a trade-off: parents crave deep cultural and culinary immersion, while kids get bored with long sightseeing tours. We solve this 'experience gap' with a fresh approach that keeps both parents and children engaged in the same city. 


■Program Highlights for Kids

1. World-Class Cultural Heritages: 

Hands-on experience with UNESCO-recognized Kanazawa Gold Leaf crafts and discovering the history and differences between NINJA and SAMURAI.

2. Immersive English Environment: 

Children interact in English with International-School instructors, international peers, and local university students.

3. Safe & Reliable Supervision: 

Operated by Weskii Lab (an established international preschool/afterschool) in partnership with Kanazawa University.

4. In Every Course: Take-Home Independent Research Project : 

Active Learning: Encourages children to critically think and ask "Why?" and "How?" during every cultural activity. 

Inquiry & Synthesis: Children research, reflect on, and summarize their own unique discoveries. 

Tangible Result: Leaves Kanazawa with a completed Independent Research Report—a meaningful souvenir of their learning journey.


■Courses & Pricing (Tax Included)

1.2-Hour Cource (Gold Leaf Crafting)  : ¥15,000 / childAges 4–12) Learn the traditional gold leaf production process, touch and apply real ultra-thin Kanazawa gold leaf.   

2.Half-Day Course  (Exploring Historical Ninja)  : ¥25,000 / childAges 4–12Discovering the History and Differences Between Ninjas and Samurai, Experience throwing real shuriken. (Sibling/Friend Pair: ¥40,000)

3.1-Day Full Course (Includes Japanese style Lunch & Snacks) : ¥50,000 / childAges 6–12 Full-day immersive experience combining both "Gold Leaf Crafting" and "Exploring Historical Ninja"(Sibling/Friend Pair: ¥85,000)  


Note: Children must be able to participate in group activities independently without parents.


Exploring Historical Ninja (9:30–12:30)

  • Step 1: Ninja Basics Quiz

    Kick off with a fun trivia quiz to learn essential ninja secrets and history!

  • Step 2: Historical Ninja Lesson

    Learn about the History and Differences Between Ninjas and Samurai.

  • Step 3: Transfer & On-Site Ninja Weapon Museum Tour

    Explore the weapons used by ninjas and samurai, and experience throwing real shuriken.

  • Step 4: Report Writing with the Research Kit

    Synthesize your discoveries using our special Independent Research Kit to complete a personalized project report to take home.


Gold Leaf Crafting Schedule (13:30–15:30)

  • Step 1: Gold Leaf Trivia & Basics

    Kick off with a fun intro to the shimmering history and secrets of Kanazawa Gold Leaf!

  • Step 2: From Gold Bar to Leaf: Manufacturing Process Lesson

    Discover the fascinating journey of how a solid gold bar is repeatedly stretched and hammered into ultra-thin gold leaf!  

  • Step 3: Hands-On Gold Leaf Crafting

    Touch, play with, and apply real Kanazawa gold leaf. Take home the postcard you decorate as a special souvenir!

  • Step 4: Report Writing with the Research Kit

    Synthesize your discoveries using our special Independent Research Kit to complete a personalized project report to take home.


The 1-Day Course includes a kid-friendly Kaga Kaiseki Bento designed to teach children about Japanese culinary culture and traditional Kanazawa flavors through an interactive Shokuiku (food education) lunch experience!

Information

Organizer
Weskii Inc.
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Price
1.2-Hour Workshop (Gold Leaf Crafting) : ¥15,000 / child
2.Half-Day Course (Exploring Historical Ninja) : ¥25,000 / child (Sibling/Friend Pair: ¥40,000)
3.1-Day Full Course (Includes Japanese style Lunch & Snacks) : ¥50,000 / child (Sibling/Friend Pair: ¥85,000)

Note: Children must be able to participate in group activities independently without parents.
Inclusions
・All workshop materials, entrance fees, and activity transportation
・Professional native English instruction and Kanazawa University student mentor support
・International lunch and snacks (Full-Day Course only)
Date
Schedule: Available Daily
Notes
Please note that program availability depends on the booking status of visiting facilities, and the program may not be held on certain dates.
Time
2-Hour Workshop:13:30-15:30
Half-Day Course:9:30-12:30
1-Day Full Course:9:30-15:30
Duration
2-Hour Workshop:2 hours
Half-Day Course:3 hours
1-Day Full Course:6 hours
Location
1-2-32, Owari-cho, Kanazawa, Ishikawa
Weskii Building 2F
By Car
Access from JR Kanazawa Station:
By Bus: Take a bus from JR Kanazawa Station to "Owaricho" bus stop, then walk 2 minutes.
By Taxi: Approx. 7-minute drive (1.7 km) from the taxi stand at JR Kanazawa Station East Exit.
By Public Transportation
Access from JR Kanazawa Station:
By Bus: Take a bus from JR Kanazawa Station to "Owaricho" bus stop, then walk 2 minutes.
By Taxi: Approx. 7-minute drive (1.7 km) from the taxi stand at JR Kanazawa Station East Exit.
Parking
あり
Parking Capacity
Free parking for 9 cars
Capacity
Capacity: Max 6 participants per session
(※ Please contact us separately for group bookings.)
Minimum Participants
Minimum Participants: 1 person
Reservation
Reservation Deadline: Please check availability in advance and complete your reservation at least 15 days prior to your desired date.
Cancellation
Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel your reservation, please be sure to notify us at least 3 days in advance.
Website
【website】Weskii Lab International
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【Instagram】Weskii Lab

Organizer

Address
1-2-32 Owari-cho, Kanazawa, Ishikawa
Business Day
Monday-Friday
Business Hours
9:00-18:00
Phone
+81-76-231-0707
Email
info@weskii.com

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