``Iwamura Gokko'' is a group of experience programs whose name is a combination of the ``five'' (five sense experiences) and ``gokko'' (children's play). We are looking forward to preparing programs that can be enjoyed by both children and adults so that you can enjoy Iwamura Town even more while sightseeing the famous spots.
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Stroll around the castle town in an antique kimono
Walk through Iwamura Castle Town in an antique kimono and travel back in time to the Edo period!
We are offering precious antique kimonos from people who have lived in Iwamura for a long time.It is for rent.
Antique kimonos have a unique design that is not found in modern kimonos.Many of the kimonos feature unique and rare patterns from that time, and are dressed in a retro style.
Dressed like this, you can stroll around the charming castle town of Iwamura,A photogenic spot and a townhouse from the Edo period that is a designated tangible cultural property of the cityYou can take photos and videos in the Japanese garden.
The result is a cinematic video with a unique, all-out, relaxed setting.
Now it is very popular among men too.
[Reservation acceptance] Now accepting until August 31, 2025 (reservation required at least 4 days in advance)
[Implementation period] Currently being implemented - August 31, 2025
[Target] 3 years old to adult [Capacity] 2 to 6 people per group
Dreamy paper cutting and pop Iwamura
You can try coloring in Iwamura-themed designs using paper cuttings and washi paper.
A relaxing and soothing paper cutting experience in an old house in a castle town♪
You can choose your favorite design from a selection of Iwamura-themed designs and have a go at coloring it using paper cutting and washi paper.
Depending on the season, you can make fans, wind chimes, picture letters, and framed paper cuttings.
[Reservation acceptance] Now accepting until November 23, 2025 (reservation required at least 7 days in advance)
[Implementation period] Mondays, Thursdays, and 4th Saturdays from April 1, 2025 to November 30, 2025 (subject to change)
[Target] Elementary school students to adults [Capacity] 2 to 5 people per group
THE EXCLUSIVE KAKUUCHI：Short
You can enjoy Japanese sake in a private tatami room.
This is a corner bar in a traditional Japanese tatami room.
In the summer, you can feel the cool breeze from the garden, and in the winter, you can relax and enjoy your drink while warming yourself up in the kotatsu.
30-minute course: Choose 3 types of drinks and enjoy one at a time.
[Reservation acceptance] Now accepting until December 30, 2025 (reservation required by the day before) [Implementation period] Currently being implemented - December 31, 2025 [Target] 20 years old or older [Capacity] 1 to 4 people per group
THE EXCLUSIVE KAKUUCHI：Relax
You can enjoy Japanese sake in the private tatami room.
This is a corner bar in a traditional Japanese tatami room.
In the summer, you can feel the cool breeze from the garden, and in the winter, you can relax and enjoy your drink while warming yourself up in the kotatsu.
60-minute course: Choose 5 types of drinks and enjoy one at a time.
[Reservation acceptance] Now accepting until December 30, 2025 (reservation required by the day before)
[Implementation period] Currently being implemented - December 31, 2025
[Target] 20 years old or older [Capacity] 1 to 4 people per group
Let's wear armor and visit the ruins of Iwamura Castle!（Modern Armor Course）
Armor lovers, castle lovers, Sengoku warlord lovers, and those with strong legs are all welcome! Come climb the ruins of Iwamuraba wearing real armor!
Wear real iron armor and climb the ruins of Iwamura Castle! The armor weighs about 10kg.
From the castle entrance to the main citadel there is a steep elevation difference of 180m.
After 25 to 30 minutes of climbing the mountain path, Rokudanbeki awaits you.
Genuine armor from the Warring States period, including quirky helmets and Saiga helmets. Wear the armor of your choice and head to the mountain castle, it's sure to look great on social media.Armor size: S: 3 pieces, M: 4 pieces, L: 1 piece.You can choose your favorite helmet from 10 different types.Please bring your own clothes and shoes to wear underneath the armor.
*Children will wear childhood costumes.
[Reservations accepted] Now accepting until December 31, 2025 (reservations required 7 days in advance)
[Period] Now accepting until December 31, 2025, basically Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
Please check the reservation calendar for details.
*Cancelled in case of rain (if canceled due to rain, applicants will be contacted the day before)
*From June to September, to prevent heatstroke, walking up the castle will be avoided and instead a stroll around the castle town will be held.
[Target] Elementary school students to adults [Capacity] 1 to 4 people per group
Let's put on armor and go to the ruins of Iwamura Castle!（Ashigaru Armor Course）
Armor lovers, castle lovers, Sengoku warlord lovers, and those with strong legs are all welcome! Come climb the ruins of Iwamuraba wearing real armor!
Wear real iron armor and climb the ruins of Iwamura Castle! The armor weighs about 10kg.
From the castle entrance to the main citadel there is a steep elevation difference of 180m.
After 25 to 30 minutes of climbing the mountain path, Rokudanbeki awaits you.
Genuine armor from the Warring States period, including quirky helmets and Saiga helmets. Wear the armor of your choice and head to the mountain castle, it's sure to look great on social media.Armor size: S: 3 pieces, M: 4 pieces, L: 1 piece.You can choose your favorite helmet from 10 different types.Please bring your own clothes and shoes to wear underneath the armor.
[Reservations accepted] Now accepting until December 31, 2025 (reservations required 7 days in advance)
[Period] Now accepting until December 31, 2025, basically Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
Please check the reservation calendar for details.
*Cancelled in case of rain (if canceled due to rain, applicants will be contacted the day before)
*From June to September, to prevent heatstroke, walking up the castle will be avoided and instead a stroll around the castle town will be held.
[Target] Elementary school students to adults [Capacity] 1 to 3people per group
Wooden plates carved with care
Use a carving knife to carve lines into the plate, then carve freely into the surface on which you will place food.
You can design the carvings yourself, such as stripes, swirls, flowers, etc.
The plate you make is large enough to hold a slice of bread.
Carving each wooden plate with your own hands takes time and effort, but you will surely grow to love it.
[Reservation reception] Currently accepting reservations (reservation required at least 7 days in advance) [Implementation period] Weekday mornings [Target] Elementary school students to adults [Capacity] 2 to 4 people per group
Living in the Present: Edo Learning Experience Basic Edition
Experience the learning of samurai in the Edo period. You may come across words that will inspire you.
As you walk up the old streets from Iwamura Station to the foot of Iwamura Castle, you will travel back in time to the Edo period. Once you pass through the Chishinmon Gate, you will feel like a student at a domain school in the Edo period. Iwamura is a town where you can encounter the words of Professor Issai Sato, which have supported the spirit of the Edo period to this day.
At Chishinkan, you can experience learning at the Shoheizaka Gakumonjo in Iwamura.
You're sure to find words that will comfort you.
Upon leaving, you will receive a gift of a collection of famous quotes and Issai Monaka.
"Sato Issai's Famous Sayings"(500 yen) as a gift
[Reservation reception] Currently accepting reservations (reservation required at least 7 days in advance) [Implementation period] Saturdays and Sundays [Target] Elementary school students to adults [Capacity] 1 to 10 people per group
Living in the Present: Edo Learning Experience Basic + Japanese Binding Edition
Learn the words of Issai Sensei and use Edo period bookbinding techniques to bind the stack of paper you have learned. Combine the morning and afternoon experiences to experience the Edo period for a full day.
At the Chishinkan, you can read "Genshi Shiryoku" aloud using a reading stand. You can make your own Japanese-bound version of the textbook.
Experience bookbinding techniques from the Edo period
Comes with a voucher for "Issai Monaka"
"Sato Issai's Famous Sayings"(500 yen) as a gift
[Reservation reception] Currently accepting reservations (reservation required at least 7 days in advance) [Implementation period] Saturdays and Sundays [Target] Elementary school students to adults [Capacity] 1 to 10 people per group
Living in the Present: Edo Learning Experience Basic + Rubbings
You can make a rubbing of the words on Issai sensei's stone monument that you like. You can keep the words that support you emotionally in a place close to you.
At the Chishinkan, you can read aloud "Genshi Shiryoku" using a reading stand. You can make your own Japanese-bound version of the textbook.
Experience bookbinding techniques from the Edo period
Comes with a voucher for "Issai Monaka"
"Sato Issai's Famous Sayings"(500 yen) gift
[Reservation reception] Currently accepting reservations (reservation required at least 7 days in advance) [Implementation period] Saturdays and Sundays [Target] Elementary school students to adults [Capacity] 1 to 10 people per group
Living in the Present: Edo Learning Experience Basics + Tenpaku Mountain Climbing
The view you can see on the way up Mount Tenpaku... On your way to the summit, you will follow in the footsteps of Professor Issai Sato. Each step is connected to the Edo period.
A mini hike with a guide following in the footsteps of 50-year-old Sato Issai
Comes with a voucher for "Issai Monaka"
"Sato Issai's Famous Sayings"(500 yen) as a gift
[Reservation reception] Currently accepting reservations (reservation required at least 7 days in advance) [Implementation period] Saturdays and Sundays [Target] Elementary school students to adults [Capacity] 1 to 10 people per group
Gohei mochi making experience
Let's make gohei mochi at the only remaining thatched roof inn in the Tomita area of Iwamura Town!
This experience involves making gohei mochi, a local dish of the Tono region, using koshihikari rice grown by the NPO Association for Preserving the Best Rural Landscape in Japan, at the only remaining 140-year-old thatched-roof inn in the Tomita area.
Freshly cooked rice is mashed, formed into skewers, coated with a soy sauce-based sauce, and grilled before eating.With the guidance of Tomita's mother, you will feel like you are back in the countryside.
[Reservation reception] Currently accepting reservations (reservation required at least 7 days in advance) [Implementation period] Saturdays and Sundays [Target] Elementary school students to adults [Capacity] 1 to 10 people per group
Smoked Food Production Experience
You can enjoy the experience of making smoked snacks such as nuts, dried foods, and snacks.
We carefully select ingredients in the clear mountain air of Iwamura, Ena City, Gifu Prefecture, and smoke them one by one with a focus on flavor and taste.
In addition to tasting popular smoked cheeses and smoked products made with seasonal ingredients, you can also experience making your own smoked snacks, such as nuts, dried foods, and snacks.
Enjoy pairing your smoked food with the perfect alcoholic drink (additional charge)
[Reservations accepted] Currently accepting reservations (reservations required at least 14 days in advance) [Implementation period] Currently being implemented - December 27, 2025 [Target] Adults [Capacity] 2 to 4 people per group