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AriHara Kyoto|Kyoto, Japan

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A Lovely Family Visit from New York! 🇺🇸✨

2025.10.13
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Yesterday, we had a wonderful family from New York visit AriHana Kyoto!
It was their first time trying traditional Japanese activities, and they truly enjoyed every moment. From learning origami together as a family to playing classic Japanese games, even the parents were fully engaged and curious.

Their child had such a great time, they asked to stay longer — and of course, we were happy to extend the fun!

It was heartwarming to see the whole family enjoying a slow, meaningful experience of Japanese culture. 💮

📍AriHana Kyoto is an indoor cultural play space located near Kiyomizu Temple and Sanjusangendo. We offer a unique opportunity for parents and children to explore Japanese traditional games, calligraphy, origami, and more — a perfect memory-making activity for your trip to Kyoto.

Whether you’re looking for:

  • Things to do in Kyoto with kids
  • Indoor activities on a rainy day
  • A relaxing cultural break during sightseeing
  • Or just a fun and educational experience for your child

…we welcome you! No reservation needed.

Come visit us and create unforgettable moments during your Kyoto journey. 🇯🇵✨
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Visit AriHana Kyoto near Kiyomizu-dera and Sanjusangendo!

2025.10.12
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Looking for a fun indoor activity in Kyoto for families? Visit AriHana Kyoto near Kiyomizu-dera and Sanjusangendo!

We recently had the pleasure of welcoming many families to AriHana Kyoto, and both the first and second floors were full of happy smiles! Each family enjoyed spending quality time at their own pace, exploring a variety of traditional Japanese games.

Origami was the most popular activity, but many children also said, “Teach us more games!” — and enjoyed learning about other fun Japanese cultural experiences.

AriHana Kyoto is a unique indoor play space near Kiyomizu Temple, where parents and children can experience traditional Japanese play while wearing simple kimono-style outfits. It’s an authentic and hands-on cultural activity you won’t find anywhere else.

We also offer a calligraphy experience, where you can write your name in Japanese kanji on a traditional fan (uchiwa) and take it home as a special souvenir.

✅ No reservation needed
✅ Perfect for Kyoto sightseeing with kids
✅ Ideal for rainy day activities in Kyoto
✅ Family-friendly and foreigner-friendly

If you’re visiting Kyoto with children, come and create unforgettable memories at AriHana Kyoto!

🌸 A Fun Day of Japanese Culture with a Lovely Family from Indonesia! 🇮🇩✨

2025.10.06
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Yesterday, we welcomed a lovely family from Indonesia to AriHana Kyoto, our indoor cultural play space located near Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Sanjusangendo in Kyoto.

Their two boys were full of curiosity and had a great time folding origami—especially shuriken (ninja stars) and other fun shapes. The whole family also enjoyed playing with kendama and daruma otoshi, and they even made their own traditional uchiwa fans to take home!

AriHana Kyoto is a family-friendly indoor activity center where both children and adults can enjoy hands-on experiences with Japanese traditional games and crafts.
Whether you’re looking for things to do with kids in Kyoto, a fun rainy day activity, or a place to relax during your Kyoto family trip, we welcome you with no reservation required.

🟢 Activities include:

  • Origami (paper folding)
  • Traditional toys & games
  • Japanese calligraphy (shūji)
  • Fan-making and more!

Come visit us this autumn in Kyoto and create unforgettable family memories while experiencing authentic Japanese culture—all in a fun and relaxed indoor space!

A Wonderful Visit from Families from Germany and Singapore! 🇩🇪🇸🇬

2025.10.05
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Yesterday, we were delighted to welcome lovely families from Germany and Singapore to AriHana Kyoto, our indoor playground and cultural experience center located near Kiyomizu-dera and Sanjusangendo.

At first, the children were a little shy, but they quickly relaxed and began to play with big smiles. They even bonded with our owner, Amy, enjoying playtime and cuddles together. It was such a heartwarming moment!

AriHana Kyoto offers a unique Japanese cultural experience for families, perfect for rainy days or a relaxing break during your Kyoto sightseeing. Children can enjoy traditional Japanese games such as origamikendama, and daruma otoshi, making it a fun and memorable part of your family trip to Kyoto.

Whether you’re looking for a child-friendly indoor activity in Kyoto, a cozy rest stop during your travels, or simply a fun place for your kids to play, AriHana Kyoto is here for you.
👉 No reservation needed! Just stop by and enjoy.

Our space is designed to be welcoming for both international visitors and local families. We speak English and offer friendly guidance so everyone can feel at home. Come experience a piece of Japanese culture through play!

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🍁 Enjoying Autumn in Kyoto? 🍁

2025.10.03
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With the pleasant weather, simply walking around the city is a joy!

📍 AriHana Kyoto is a family-friendly indoor play space located near Kiyomizu Temple and Sanjusangendo — perfect for families traveling with kids.

At AriHana Kyoto, you can enjoy traditional Japanese games and cultural experiences together as a family. Kids and parents love playing with origamikendamadaruma otoshi, and fukuwarai. Our most popular activity is “Bouzu Mekuri,” a fun and easy card game using the classic Hyakunin Isshu.

Whether you’re looking for:

  • Things to do in Kyoto with kids
  • A fun indoor activity for a rainy day
  • A place to take a break during your Kyoto sightseeing
  • Or a way to experience Japanese traditional culture with children —
    AriHana Kyoto is the perfect stop on your family trip.

✨ No reservation needed — just drop in and enjoy!

#KyotoWithKids #FamilyFriendlyKyoto #IndoorActivitiesKyoto #JapaneseCultureExperience #RainyDayKyoto #ThingsToDoInKyoto #CulturalActivitiesForKids #KyotoFamilyTrip #KiyomizuTempleArea

New Poster

2024.10.30
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The poster for AriHana Kyoto is now available.
The shop is a place where you can experience traditional Japanese games such as Kendama and Origami.
It is a simple and easy way to experience Japanese culture.
We hope to have many visitors because it will please everyone from children to adults.

Join us for an unforgettable experience!

Temporary Closure

2024.10.28
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Today is a temporary closure.

Tomorrow is a regular day off.

Mistake on the map

2024.10.27
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Sorry!

 There is a mistake on the map in the leaflet.

 It is “Shibutani Dori”, not “Shibuya Dori”.

Temporary closed

2024.10.24
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The store will be closed on Friday the 25th from 12:30 to 15:00.

Let’s experience traditional Japanese games!

2024.10.21
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“AriHana Kyoto” is available without reservations.It is easy and convenient to visit.

And it is a place where people of all ages, from children to adults, can enjoy themselves.

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Crowd level Not crowded.

Access

417-7 Kanecho-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City
info@arihana-kyoto.com
  • 【Train】
    11 min. walk from Kiyomizu Gojo Station on the Keihan Main Line, 16 min. walk from Shichijo Station on the Keihan Main Line.
  • 【Bus】
    City Bus / Umamachi bus stop (approx. 2 min. walk), Keihan Bus / Gojozaka bus stop (approx. 3 min. walk)
  • 【car】
    We do not have a private parking lot. Please use coin-operated parking lots in the neighborhood.
  • 【Bicycle】
    Bicycle parking is available.
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We are closed on red days. On light blue days, events will be held.

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