Activity
Tamba Black Soybean STUDY Tour
Recommended For
Recommended Age
4 yrs 〜
Participant Limit
Max 8 People
Duration
2.5 Hours
For those interested in the history, culture, architecture, and art of Tambasasayama, this program provides an opportunity to discover the allure of Tamba black soybeans. Participants will learn about the efforts of Odagaki Shoten, a local business that has played a vital role in maintaining the quality and branding of Tamba black soybeans within the community. The program concludes with a chance to savor the rich flavors of these exceptional black soybeans.
About Activity
In this experience, participants will tour ten nationally registered tangible cultural properties renovated with a "vintage yet modern" concept and observe the hand-selection of ingredients by local artisans. This is followed by a hands-on experience in sorting and a simple cooking activity using local specialties: Tamba black soybeans and Tamba Dainagon red beans. Finally, guests can enjoy a black soybean-based lunch or dessert and a drink in a special room within a historic storehouse.
How to Participate
Reservations are being accepted through the following form:
- About Price
¥8,000 (tax included) for junior high school students and older, ¥4,000 (tax included) for children, free for ages 3 and under.
- Minimum Capacity
1 People
- Duration
2.5 Hours
- Holding Period
From April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11:00 AM (excluding all days from October to December, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays, and special store holidays).
- Booking Deadline
Until the day before
- Reception Place
Reservations accepted at the main shop on-site.
- Notes
- Please note that we are unable to accommodate customers using wheelchairs due to steps and stairs inside the store. We appreciate your understanding. ※ Please gather at least 5 minutes before the tour starts.
- For hands-on activities and cooking experiences, we will provide aprons, but we kindly ask that you wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty.
- The sweets provided during the cooking experience may vary depending on the season.
- In case of cancellation, please contact us by phone.
Restroom Facilities: Equipped with a diaper changing station.
Access
Organizer
ODAGAKI CO., LTD.
Founded in 1734 (Kyōhō 19), Odagaki Shoten is a long-established specialty bean shop. With a mission to share the excellence of Tamba black soybeans and promote the name of Tambasasayama as Japan’s top black bean shop, Odagaki Shoten also aims to contribute to the local community. In 2021, the company renovated a nationally registered tangible cultural property and opened Café Odagaki Mamedo, offering dishes and sweets made with Tamba black soybeans and local ingredients.
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