Front - Experience Kanazawa

Play the Shamisen
Experience traditional
performing art Kabuki
We l co m e to
KOMATSU
EXPERIENCE
Hikiyama Galler y MIYOSSA is the iconic facility for Kabuki in
K o m a t s u . ' M I Y O S S A' m e a n s ` l e t ' s t r y` i n t h e K o m a t s u
regional dialec t. There are many hands- on traditional
activities to enjoy.
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Kabuki Make-up
& Photo
In this popular program,
learn the tricks of Kabuki
make-up, and transform
yourself into a Kabuki actor.
We re commend tak ing a
photo posing in front of the
Hikiyama float.
T he ins trument use d in K abuk i is the shamisen. Simple
songs can so on b e mas tere d even by b e ginner s. O ther
Japanese musical instruments used in Kabuki
performances are also available for use.
Fee: ¥100
Fee: ¥100
Ko m at su o ff e r s a c u l t u r a l e x p e r i e n ce to
satisf y the hear t and mind of ever ybody.
Kabuk i and the ar t s and craf t s from days
g o n e b y, m a r t i a l a r t s t o p o l i s h y o u r
s amur ai sk ills, an d a chan ce to wear th e
luxurious traditional dress, kimono.
Make the most of Komatsu
through memorable experiences.
Dance Performance
Business hours: 10:00-17:00
Dance on the Kabuki stage and learn the regional style of
dance. E xperience the challenge of dancing using a
Japanese fan.
Closed: Ever y Wed from Dec to Mar,
and New Year (Dec 30-Jan 1)
Fee: Free
Can Badges and Magnets
Make your own original badge or magnet using the
Miyossa logo or your favorite paper.
Mizuhiki Experience
(Decorative Japanese cord made from twisted paper)
Fee: ¥100
Learn the basic skills needed to
make Mizuhiki, and take home with
you as a wonderful memory.
Ko m at s u Ac t i v i t y G u i d e
Kabuki-style Nail Art
Enjoy putting Japanese-style fingernail seals on your nails.
Fee: ¥100
Fee: ¥100 (Price includes 2 seals. ¥50 charge for each additional piece.)
Culture in Komatsu
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Historically, Komatsu culture was greatly influenced by Toshitsune Maeda, Lord of Kaga Domain in the Edo Period. A great
admirer of the fine arts, tea ceremony and Noh, he helped
Experience Science
at Science Hills Komatsu
establishing many local industries
by inviting e xp er t s and mas ter
craf t smen to build shrines and
Ishikawa
temples, resulting in a flourishing of
Pref.
culture, ar t and indus tr y in the
Science Hills Komatsu is a center for experiencing the
wonders of science and technology developed in
conjunction with companies in Komatsu.
region. With a rich cultural and
historical background, Komatsu
Komatsu
City
and artistic activities to enjoy!
Hello
(upon arrival)
Konnichi-wa.
こんにちは。
The Building
with 100 Mechanisms
Great / Beautiful / This is fun / Delicious
Subarashii / Utsukushii / Tanoshii / Oishii
すばらしい／美しい／楽しい / 美味しい です。
Thank you
(upon leaving)
Arigato.
My name is ○○. I booked a
cultural experience for today.
Watashi-no namae-wa ○○desu.
Kyo bunka taiken-wo yoyaku shimashita.
ありがとう。
きょう体験を予約した（Name）です。
EV Bus「Uchu Bus KOMACHI ☆」 There are many exciting
attractions to enjoy!
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Komatsu Rent-A-Cycle
Rent a bic ycle at Buss any a near the Komat su s t ation and
enjoy a cycling tour around Komatsu!
Fees:
こまつの杜
is a world famous producer of construc tion
machiner y. At Komatsu-no -Mori, see and get on the 930E,
one of the world's largest dump trucks.
Business hours: 9:00 - 16:30 (Entry closes 16:00.)
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Infants, Elementary & Junior High School Students: ¥300
Enjoy the largest 3D studio
in Japan and the incredible
intensit y of 3D vision while
watching science and
planetarium related movies.
Participating Facilities
日本自動車博物館
The Motorcar Museum of Japan boasts 500 cars in a space of
12 000 square meters. From the ex tremely rare, to the cars
we all talked about.
JR Komatsu Sta.
Lake Kibagata
JR
Awazu Sta.
Futatsunashimachi
Higashi
Closed: Mon, Sun and 5th Sat of the Month
E
Motorcar Museum
of Japan
日本自動車博物館
Free admission
Enjoy a test drive
in a Segway
Fee: 100 yen /
Infants (3 years and over), Elementary & Junior High School Students: ¥200
3D St ud i o
Motorcar Museum of Japan
Location: 40 Ikkanyama, Futatsunashi-machi,
Komatsu
Business hours: 9:00-17:00 (Entry closes: 16:30)
Closed: Dec 26-31
Fee: Adult: ¥1,000 / Elementar y and Junior
High School Students: ¥500 / 65 years and
over: ¥600
3D Studio (per single entry) Fee: Adults: ¥600, High School Students: ¥400 /
3D Studio and Wonderland Set Fee: Adults: ¥800, High School Students: ¥500 /
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Uchu means space, you can enjoy riding the elec tric bus
based on the image of space ship.
○10 minutes from Komatsu Station to Komatsu Airport
○Fare: Komatsu Airport ¥260
(Children 12 years and under: ¥130)
*Infants traveling with an adult are free of charge.
Komatsu-no-Mori
There are 100 mechanisms
concerning science in the
building and the open lawn
space. Discover the joy of
science in every
corner of the
facility.
Open throughout the summer and Golden Week.
Infants, Elementary & Junior High School Students: ¥200
Wonderland is an interac tive e xhibition space displaying
how the basic scientific principles are used in
manufacturing companies in Komatsu.
Useful Japanese Phrases
for your Cultural Experience
Closed: Monday (Tues when Mon is a national holiday.)
Wonderland Fee: Adults: ¥500, High School Students: ¥300 /
Wonderland
offers visitors a range of cultural
Business hours: 9:30 - 18:00 Entry closes 17:00.
Required a week prior to your visit.
Conditions apply for Segway rides. Please contact the facility directly.
T h e r e a r e o v e r 10 0 f a c i l i t i e s
and stores where you can
experience the culture of
Komatsu. KOMATSU EXPERIENCE
par ticipating facilities display a
fan shaped symbol.
KOMATSU EXPERIENCE
Enquiries and Reservations
Please contact Komatsu City for enquiries and
reservations in English.
E-mail
[email protected]
TEL 0761-24-8369
Hours: 9:00 - 17:00（weekdays only）
Reservations recommended.
Activities with the
mark require advance bookings.
Per Day Per 3Hrs.
Ordinary bicycle
¥300
Motorized bicycle ¥1,000
¥500
• Phone: 0761-21-8208
• Reception: 9:00-17:00; Rental times: 9:00-18:00;
Closed New Year (Dec 29-Jan 3)
To find out more, visit
Ko m a t s u Tr av e l N av i g a t i o n