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Enjoy ”Kurawanka Gozen,” a local specialty from the post town of Hirakata, along with the traditional sweet ”Kurawanka Mochi”!

Enjoy ”Kurawanka Gozen,” a local specialty from the post town of Hirakata, along with the traditional sweet ”Kurawanka Mochi”!

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This content introduces visitors to the history of Japan and its traditional food culture, offering a uniquely Japanese attraction. Local cuisine reflects the local climate and history of the region, and uses seasonal ingredients. The techniques and aesthetics used to make the visually appealing and rich-tasting traditional snacks are unique to Japan. The dining venue is the grand hall of the Hirakatashuku Municipal Kagiya Museum, a registered tangible cultural property. This unique location thrived as a boat storehouse from the 17th to the mid-19th century (Edo period) and then as a ryokan restaurant/inn in the modern era. Its historical value is immeasurable. Visitors will feel like they stepped back in time during this special experience. The unique local culture of "Kurawanka," infused with the entrepreneurial spirit of the Japanese people, is also one of the attractions. The historic and charming post town still conveys the essence of the Edo-period Tokaido. The buildings and atmosphere along the road give the impression that time has stopped, allowing you to feel the breath of Japan's old, good times.

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Local cuisine: "Kurawanka Gozen"

Local cuisine: "Kurawanka Gozen"

Traditional treat: "Kurawanka Mochi"

Traditional treat: "Kurawanka Mochi"

Hirakatashuku Municipal Kagiya Museum, a Japanese Registered Tangible Cultural Property

Hirakatashuku Municipal Kagiya Museum, a Japanese Registered Tangible Cultural Property

A special food and cultural experience in a 63-tatami-mat size grand hall (roughly 105 square meters)

A special food and cultural experience in a 63-tatami-mat size grand hall (roughly 105 square meters)

An ukiyo-e painting of the region's unique and humorous "Kurawanka" culture.

An ukiyo-e painting of the region's unique and humorous "Kurawanka" culture.

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Minimum Number of Passengers
3 participants
Maximum Capacity
20 participants
Meeting and Exchange Areas
Hirakatashuku Municipal Kagiya Museum
10-27 Tsutsumi-cho, Hirakata City, Osaka Prefecture
Meeting place
Meeting place type
【1】
Osaka Pref. Hirakata city
Open Period
Closed on certain days
Closed Period
Excluded dates: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Meeting Times and Business Hours
12:00 p.m.
Tour Schedule
Meet at Hirakatashuku Municipal Kagiya Museum. Dine in the grand hall on the second floor.
Required Time
Around 2 hours
Provision of Meals
Meals are provided
Open to meal requests
Not available
Universal accessibility
Not available
Parking
Not available

This basic information is current at the time of publication and is subject to change.
Please check the official website for the latest information.

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