This event has now ended.
Thank you to everyone who came to the event.
This event has now ended.
Thank you to everyone who came to the event.
Things I've wanted to try but haven't actually had a chance to try, things I've known about but haven't had the chance to experience.
"First Time Festival" is an experiential event that brings together everyone's "first times."
The spacious venue, the ruins of Naniwa Palace, will feature a wide range of experiential content.
You can experience a variety of "firsts," such as taking in the view of Osaka Castle from a hot air balloon ride, something you rarely get a chance to do, enjoying a movie at an outdoor theater you've always wanted to see, or trying bouldering, something you've seen on TV but never done before.
Please come to the "First Festival," an event that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and genders.
These are ruins of an ancient palace that stretch across the Hoenzaka area of Chuo Ward, Osaka City, and played a major role in Japan's ancient history as the capital or secondary capital for approximately 150 years, from when the capital was moved to Naniwa in December of the first year of the Taika era (645), as recorded in the Nihon Shoki, until the capital was moved to Nagaokakyo in 784.
Currently, approximately 14.5 hectares has been designated as a national historic site (Naniwa Palace Ruins and Hoenzaka Ruins), and development is underway as part of an effort to ensure that the Naniwa Palace ruins, a valuable historical heritage, are passed on to future generations.
The ancient city of Naniwa was home to Naniwa Port, a port open to the world since ancient times, and was highly advanced and international, playing an important role in Japan's diplomacy. This advanced and international spirit has been passed down to the present day, and it is the starting point of the city of Osaka.
This project is being carried out as part of the Naniwa Palace Ruins Park (northern block) maintenance and operation project and the Naniwa Palace Ruins (southern block) management and operation project to improve the appeal of the project (Osaka Prefecture and City).
A special movie experience where you can enjoy popular films in an open space!
Why not spread out a picnic blanket on the grass under the sunset sky, eat some delicious food and enjoy a movie with everyone?
You're sure to have a new movie experience that's different from what you'd get at a movie theater or at home.
The film to be screened is the Indian blockbuster film "RRR" (Japanese dubbed, G, 179 minutes), which was a huge hit all over the world.
Let's dance together while watching a movie and have fun.
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The film being screened will be "RRR" (Japanese dubbed, G, 179 minutes) on both March 23rd and 24th.
There will be no chairs provided at the venue. Please bring a picnic sheet or similar.
Please refrain from bringing tall items such as camp chairs.
The temperature will drop from the evening into the night, so please be sure to take proper measures to protect yourself from the cold.
Admission to the theater area begins at 11:00.
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The view from above is beyond imagination!
A hot air balloon ride allows you to experience the sensation of floating and something out of the ordinary. The magnificent view from 30 meters above the ground, including Osaka Castle, is sure to become a memory that will last a lifetime!
Small items that may fall off during the flight are not permitted on board.
For safety reasons, the tour will be suspended in the event of rain or wind speeds of 3 m/s or more.
Numbered tickets will be distributed and the maximum number of participants will be 100 per day.
We will begin lining up to distribute numbered tickets from 3:00 PM. If you would like a numbered ticket, please come to the balloon area counter.
An elegant experience in early spring!
Rickshaws are said to have originated in Japan.
One of its charms is the fluffy ride and the pleasant feeling of the wind at a moderate speed.
It's an extraordinary experience where you can feel the breeze and seasonal scents that only a rickshaw can offer, unlike a car.
Feel the wind for the first time from the slightly higher vantage point that only a rickshaw can offer!
Your dog will love it too!
Why not enjoy the soft sunlight and pleasant breeze and bring a smile to your dog's face with aromatherapy and massage?
We also offer dog therapist courses for owners to train their beloved dogs!
Please note that we may refuse to accommodate pets who are easily excited or aggressive.
Please be sure to wear a collar and lead.
When you come in for treatment, please provide a photo of your most recent rabies vaccination certificate (2023 or later).
Animal handling business registration
Osaka Prefecture Registration No. 1073-2
Registered May 23, 2007
Expiration date: May 23, 2027
Business name: Seventh Heaven
Address: 1-1-13 Kosakahonmachi, Higashi Osaka City
Business name: Mizuno Keiko
Animal Handling Manager: Keiko Mizuno
A sports experience that is rapidly gaining popularity!
Bouldering, which has seen a rapid increase in the number of people becoming addicted in recent years, is a sport in which you climb holds (stones) attached to a wall.
The holds that you are allowed to touch are specified depending on the route, so not only physical strength but also the ability to think is extremely important!
Of course, you can also enjoy just climbing! Why not experience the sense of accomplishment when you reach the top?
Please wear comfortable clothing.
Small children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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The thrill of riding and interacting with horses!
A cute horse will be coming to visit the venue!
Feed them carrots, learn about horses, and try riding them.
Come experience the charm of horses for the first time.
If you have animal allergies, please refrain from participating in this experience.
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An experience that feels like you've traveled back in time to the Sengoku period!
Why not take a trip back in time to the Sengoku period? You can take a commemorative photo wearing the armor worn by samurai throughout history and get an original photo. Use this armor experience as an opportunity to experience history and culture.
The bold knife skills are very impressive!
Tuna is said to be the Japanese person's favorite fish.
The spectacular, large raw tuna is a sight to behold!
"Watch," "participate," and "eat" to fully enjoy the charm of fresh tuna.
Please eat it immediately on the spot, rather than taking it home.
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A must-see for beer lovers! A tasting experience where you can compare different flavors!
When we think of beer, we generally imagine something dry and smooth, but it is actually a much more diverse drink.
Beer is made up of four ingredients: malt, hops, yeast, and water, and even though these ingredients are the same, they can have completely different flavors depending on how they are used.
In addition, by adding secondary ingredients such as fruit to the four ingredients, you can create a completely different beer.
Experience "My First Craft Beer Tasting Comparison," which includes beer made with yuzu peel and beer brewed with ground coffee beans, and open the door to a diverse world of beer.
Drinking alcohol by minors is prohibited by law.
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It helps relieve lack of exercise and stress, and more and more people are becoming addicted to it!
Will it dispel the scary image of kickboxing as a martial art?
Why not try kickboxing, a form of fitness that anyone can easily try, to help you get more exercise and relieve stress?
Please wear comfortable clothing.
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Made with domestic corn!
Why not try making popcorn using the rare domestic popcorn variety, which is said to account for less than 1% of the market? A popcorn specialty store will teach you a foolproof method that you can recreate at home.
As open flames will be used, small children should be accompanied by an adult.
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You can interact with lots of animals and play with them!
A mobile petting zoo has been introduced that can be enjoyed by parents and children of all ages.
Let's all get excited about interacting with animals for the first time.
Please note that there may be breaks depending on the condition of the animals.
If you have animal allergies, please refrain from participating in this experience.
Animal handling business registration Nara Prefecture No. 2143007 (exhibition)
Registration date: July 10, 2014
Expiration date: July 9, 2024
Name of business: Animal Deco
Address: 955 Nango, Gose City, Nara Prefecture
Business name: Oshima Yukimitsu
Animal Handling Officer Yukimitsu Oshima
The species may change
Cool? Thrilling? A once-in-a-lifetime experience!
We will be exhibiting reptiles that are becoming increasingly popular! Get up close and personal with reptiles from around the world! If you're brave, you might even be able to wrap a snake around your neck for the first time!
Please note that there may be breaks depending on the condition of the animals.
If you have animal allergies, please refrain from participating in this experience.
Animal handling business registration Nara Prefecture No. 2143007 (exhibition)
Registration date: July 10, 2014
Expiration date: July 9, 2024
Name of business: Animal Deco
Address: 955 Nango, Gose City, Nara Prefecture
Business name: Oshima Yukimitsu
Animal Handling Officer Yukimitsu Oshima
The species may change
For a limited time only, you can experience the tattoo you've always dreamed of!
Tattoos are a new accessory choice.
There are two options to choose from: "jagua tattoos" that disappear in two weeks, and "tattoo stickers" that children can choose to apply!
Come and experience the exciting body art that will make you want to look at it even though it's your own body.
Jagua tattoos cannot be performed on people with strawberry or peanut allergies.
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The children were thrilled by the colorful balloon art!
What's in Osaka's famous "Takoyaki"? Octopus!
In the "First Time Balloon Art" experience, you will have the chance to create a giant octopus.
Be sure to enjoy Naniwa Shrine with a giant octopus that you could carry on your back.
Compete with a ball on your head!
Why not try out the new and exciting sport of "Bubble Soccer," which is familiar to many people on TV?
It's safe for everyone, from children to adults. Come and have fun jumping, bouncing, and experiencing something out of the ordinary.
Please wear comfortable clothing.
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Even those with no experience in tennis can easily try it!
Even if you have never played tennis before, anyone can easily experience mini tennis as we use junior rackets and balls. Mini tennis can be enjoyed by children, parents, and children alike. Enjoy tennis with the whole family!
Please wear comfortable clothing.
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An extraordinary play experience!
With professional techniques, you can have colorful designs painted on your face and arms!
We have a wide variety of designs that can be enjoyed by both children and adults.
Please enjoy the excitement and elation that you cannot experience in your daily life.
Be careful not to get it on your clothes.
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It's definitely photogenic!
Why not try a stylish and cute picnic in a park surrounded by greenery in the middle of the city?
Enjoy a new picnic experience offered by Sol a Picnic, Japan's first picnic specialty brand, born from the all-day breakfast cafe ASAKARA GOOD STORE.
Come experience a new kind of picnic under the open sky with delicious food that is good for both body and soul.
Please refrain from eating or drinking any products purchased from stores other than the designated stores at the picnic booths.
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A sporting experience that originated in Finland!
Mölkky is a traditional sport that originated in Finland and has been featured on television and other media.
The game is very simple to play; just throw the Mölkky at the wooden pins (skittles) on the ground that have score numbers written on them!
The rules are simple: the first person to score exactly 50 points wins, so it can be enjoyed by friends and family alike.
Please wear comfortable clothing.
Small children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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There are so many instruments I've always wanted to try!
Let's try out different instruments!
You can experience playing a variety of instruments, including guitar, bass, piano, drums, and percussion.
You can even get voice training from a voice trainer!
The music school instructors will explain everything to you in detail, so feel free to give it a try!
Enjoy the fluffy feeling!
Fluffy play equipment that is very popular with children.
Jump, go through tunnels, avoid obstacles, slide down sliders, roll... it's so big you can even play hide-and-seek! This is an interactive content that is packed with fun for children.
The walls and floors are soft and fluffy, so even small children can play safely and enthusiastically.
Please wear comfortable clothing.
Small children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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You can write huge letters without using ink!
Limited to 96 pairs per day! Write giant letters using a large brush!
Experience Japanese culture by using traditional Japanese crafts, Mino washi paper and Toyohashi brushes.
Train your mind and body!
Become stronger from the heart through karate.
Be brave and take on the challenge, and experience this amazing martial art that anyone can do! Osu!
Please wear comfortable clothing.
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Have fun experiencing history!
Experience the original puzzles from Osaka Museum of History!
One is a puzzle with an illustration of Naniwa Palace. The other is an original puzzle made from molds of Yayoi period pottery found in Osaka City. Have fun imagining what Naniwa Palace was like in the past and feeling like an archaeologist.
You can achieve mental concentration anytime, anywhere!
Why not try some easy yoga poses you can do anywhere in your casual clothes to relieve body fatigue, regulate your breathing, and calm your busy mind? You're sure to feel happy!
Please wear comfortable clothing.
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You can make things like this out of cardboard!
Why not try making various craft kits using cardboard?
This is a simple crafting experience that doesn't require scissors or tools, so the whole family can enjoy it, from adults to children.
Have you done the first three exercises of Radio Calisthenics?
Some of you may have heard that radio calisthenics is extremely tough if you do it seriously.
What does it mean to do radio calisthenics seriously? What are the correct movements? Come experience authentic radio calisthenics! An eye-opening radio calisthenics awaits you.
If you do the third exercise, you might end up with sore muscles tomorrow!
That sound I've always wanted to make!
Now's your chance to ring the gong you see in kung fu movies!
It can be rung to signal the start of a martial arts tournament, or to represent the arrival of the general.
Come and ring out your own gong at this historic venue.
Please wear comfortable clothing.
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A sport where you roll around inside a giant sphere!
Why not enjoy an extraordinary experience by stepping inside a fluffy zorb ball?
Because it's fluffy, you can roll around safely and enjoy movements that you can't normally do.
It's a big ball, so it's sure to look great in photos.
Let's have fun making memories that will last in your heart and in photos.
Please wear comfortable clothing.
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Let's make a pair of chopsticks that are one of a kind!
Carve out natural wood and try your hand at making your first pair of chopsticks! Use a saw to determine the length, then use a plane to carve them out and finish with beeswax. For yourself! For someone else! Try making your own original craft chopsticks!
Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.
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Becoming a professional basketball player in the future is not just a dream!
We are holding basketball lessons for children where they can have fun learning about dribbling, shooting, 1-on-1 and other topics!
Why not learn the basics of basketball from the coaches at Diamond Basketball School, which offers lessons in the Kansai area?
There will also be a free throw challenge that adults can participate in!
Please wear comfortable clothing.
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Defy gravity and jump with all your might!
A trampoline that allows you to enjoy full-force jumps that are hard to do at home.
Defy gravity and jump into the air with all your might! Try moving your whole body in various positions!
It's a fun experience that even small children can enjoy, but be careful not to get too excited and bump into each other!
Please wear comfortable clothing.
Small children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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A heartwarming experience that will become a page in your memories!
A caricature experience that has always seemed possible but never been possible.
Why not take this opportunity to have a photo drawn of a precious memory with your family or friends?
Foot reflexology for a good night's sleep!
The treatment lasts for approximately 20 minutes, covering the area from the soles of the feet to the calves, with the exact amount of pressure tailored to each individual.
The pleasant scent of our specially selected creams and oils, along with the pleasant pain, will help you to relax and relieve your tired feet!
I'm sure you'll sleep soundly that night.
Those with injuries, athlete's foot, or other infectious diseases will not be able to participate.
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You too can become a movie star!
Now you too can be a movie star!
It's a rare experience to be able to walk on the "red carpet" that you see at film festival award ceremonies.
Why not try walking around and striking a pose as your favorite star?
An important piece of Japanese history lies hidden in the heart of Osaka!
This is a historical guided tour of the Naniwa Palace ruins, led by Osaka Tourism Volunteer Guide staff.
Don't miss this rare opportunity to learn about the history of the approximately 150 years from the first year of the Taika era (645) to the relocation of the capital to Nagaokakyo (784)!
The tour will be guided by a guide from the Osaka Tourist Volunteer Guide Association, a non-profit organization.
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I wish I could speak English at times like this...
Do you feel embarrassed when meeting foreigners in the city, on your travels, and in all sorts of other situations?
In such cases, let's learn some tips to help you relax and have fun speaking English.
Our Canadian instructor has lived in Japan for over 20 years and has a thorough understanding of Japanese characteristics, and will provide you with a fun and laughter-filled English conversation session.
Now you are the master of Naniwa Palace!
Did you know that a long time ago, there was a magnificent palace in Naniwa Palace Ruins Park?
This panel exhibition introduces the history of Naniwa Palace, how to walk around the park, and what to see.
If you take a stroll around the park after checking out this booth, you might see a different view than usual?!
The hottest urban sport!
Slacklining is a sport that has been featured frequently on television recently, in which participants enjoy their sense of balance by walking and jumping across a belt-like line.
Concentration is important to cross the swaying line! Once you get used to it, you can jump on the line! Can you do it well?
The lines are set up close to the ground, so even small children and beginners can enjoy the experience safely.
Please wear comfortable clothing.
Small children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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You can play it like a game!
The feeling of freedom as you soar through the sky, the wonder of advanced technology, the discovery of new perspectives...
The freedom of drone flight stimulates your sense of adventure and allows you to discover the world from a new perspective.
Experience the immersive feeling of piloting a drone, the excitement and fascination of the unknown, and the joy of experiencing technological advances.
Enjoy an exciting piloting experience to become a drone pilot of the future!
〒540-0006
1-6 Hoenzaka, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture