Step into the world of traditional Japanese art and strategy. Unlike typical tourist activities, our Hanafuda workshop offers a hands-on dive into a 200-year-old card game. You won't just play; you'll learn the poetic meanings behind the seasonal flower designs and master the rules in a friendly, social atmosphere.
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
京都で英会話【English Buffet】イングリッシュバフェ
The tour desk is located in the lobby of "English Buffet," which is on the 5th floor of the Maruike Fujii Building.
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Kyoto Hanafuda Card Game Experience with Local English Learners
About
Step into the world of traditional Japanese art and strategy. Unlike typical tourist activities, our Hanafuda workshop offers a hands-on dive into a 200-year-old card game. You won't just play; you'll learn the poetic meanings behind the seasonal flower designs and master the rules in a friendly, social atmosphere.
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
京都で英会話【English Buffet】イングリッシュバフェ
The tour desk is located in the lobby of "English Buffet," which is on the 5th floor of the Maruike Fujii Building.
Return
Itinerary
Discover hanafuda, Japan's centuries-old flower card game, in an intimate Kyoto session with friendly local English learners. With a maximum of 5 guests, you'll play alongside students from a Kyoto English school who are eager to practice conversation — making this a genuine cultural exchange, not just a game. In about one hour, you'll learn the rules, admire the beautiful seasonal illustrations, and connect with Kyoto residents in a way few tours offer.
Your host will walk you through the 48 beautifully illustrated cards, each depicting a plant or flower representing one of Japan's twelve months. You'll learn how to read the deck, understand the scoring system, and start playing within min...
