Nagoya Cultural experiences

I honestly thought this would just be a quick change of clothes….but it turned out to feel almost ceremonial. The beautiful staff took their time helping me choose which obi and accessories would best match my kimono, and I really appreciated how thoughtful the entire process was. They even did my hair beautifully. I loved it so much that I kept the hairstyle until night time. We wore our kimonos everywhere: to train stations, Nagoya Castle, shopping centers, and more. Even with the cold and windy weather, the kimono kept us surprisingly warm. We returned everything right on time at 5:30 p.m. after a full day of exploring. This was definitely one of the highlights of my trip. The staff were very sweet and kind, and I even found a co-ARMY 💜

This class was so fun and super affordable. As someone who loves sweets, it was interesting to learn more about the process of how they’re made in Japan and to get the opportunity to try and make them myself! The instructor was very friendly and it was a nice activity as a solo traveler.

I booked a photoshoot in Nagoya with Kim-san, and it was an amazing experience. Before the shoot, the team coordinated with me to plan the concept, locations, and goals., I wanted both professional business shots and a few casual travel photos. Kim-san arrived early (as did I), and we started right on time. He’s very professional and clearly experienced, having photographed Korean stars before. Throughout the session, he gave great direction and knew exactly which angles and spots would look best. We took photos in unique locations around Osu, including small shrines, temple stairs, and hidden corners, which made the shots stand out from the usual tourist photos. In just one hour, we captured 169 high-quality photos, and I’m using many for my business now. Beyond photography, Kim-san also shared local tips and spots, making it a fun mini-tour as well. Highly recommended if you’re in Nagoya!