Things to do in Japan Page 16

• Age 0～Age 110
• 4～5 hours
• 09:00 / 09:30

The activity is a place of encounter. Enjoy a day with Monk Pierre, combining discovery, lecture and meditation, in a day of Zen culture that has shaped Japan. This is a rare opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful temples in Japan, Kosho-ji in Uji, with a private visit from an expert. Pierre is a permanent guest of Kosho-ji. Zen is an invitation. You are therefore Pierre's guest, but also Kosho-ji's. Monk Pierre, who has been a monk for 40 years, will guide you through the corridors and gardens that he knows so well, and will share with you the secrets of the tradition that continues through the generations. He will tell you the story of the temple and its founder, Zen Master Dogen, convey the subtle meaning of the architecture, and help you decipher its rich meaning. In front of the garden, you can get a glimpse of the meaning of the landscape and, above all, explore your own curiosity about nature through a contemplation of stones, trees, water and space. In the garden, which is worthy of meditation and wonder, you can also experience haiku and Zen koans. Or you can simply savour tea. At the oldest Buddhist temple in Japan, we invite you to a meditation session where you can honestly face yourself, which is usually only available to monks. Let's try the direct experience of Shikantaza on the platform. ~Experience flow~ 9:00 Start 10:00 Temple guide 10:40 Zazen experience 12:00 Meal (lunch box) 13:00 One of the favorite workshops: Haiku and Koan workshop, magic, and finally calligraphy... Disband (Pick up at the station)

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• Age 0～Age 110
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 09:30

This activity is a place of encounter. Enjoy a day with Monk Pierre, combining discovery, lecture and meditation, in a day of Zen culture that has shaped Japan. This is a rare opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful temples in Japan, Kosho-ji in Uji, with a private visit from an expert. Pierre is a permanent guest of Kosho-ji. Zen is an invitation. You are therefore Pierre's guest, but also Kosho-ji's. Monk Pierre, who has been a monk for 40 years, will guide you through the corridors and gardens that he knows so well, and will share with you the secrets of the tradition that continues through the ages. He will tell you the story of the temple and its founder, Zen Master Dogen, convey the subtle meaning of the architecture, and help you to decipher its rich meaning. In front of the garden, you can get a glimpse of the meaning of the landscape and, above all, explore your own curiosity about nature through a contemplation of stones, trees, water and space. In the garden, which is worthy of meditation and wonder, you can also experience haiku and Zen koans. Or you can simply savour a cup of tea. At Japan's oldest Buddhist temple, we invite you to a meditation session where you can honestly face yourself, which is usually only available to monks. Let's try the direct experience of Shikantaza on the platform. ~Experience flow~ 9:00 Start, temple guide 10:30 Zazen experience 10:40 Garden viewing, Buddhist history workshop 12:00 Meal (lunch box) 13:00 Choose three favorite workshops from the workshops: haiku and koan workshop, magic, and finally calligraphy... 16:00 Disband (Pick up at the station)

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• Age 8～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

This plan is a buckwheat noodle plan that you can experience from grinding soba noodle with grinding stone to powder. You can experience buckwheat while feeling comfortable nature in a green environment with parks which are spacious close by. The journey time is about 3 hours.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 8～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

This plan is a plan that you can experience buckwheat using 100% buckwheat flour from Yamagata. You can experience buckwheat while feeling comfortable nature in a green environment with parks which are spacious close by. The journey time is about 3 hours.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 4～Age 90
• Over 6 hours on the day

Straight from the center of Kumamoto to Takachiho! Lunch is a lunch with Takachiho beef grilled on a ceramic plate. You can also visit Takachiho Shrine during your free time! What is included in the tour price: Round-trip bus fare (Kumamoto ⇔ Takachiho Bus Center), taxi transfer fare (Takachiho Bus Center → Chiho's House), Takachiho beef lunch

• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 80
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours /3～4 hours /4～5 hours

★☆Empty-handed! Private BBQ on the beach☆★Roofed so you don't have to worry about rain! A private beach is right in front of you, so you can enjoy swimming! Recommended for couples, girls' parties, and families♪★For BBQ at Lake Biwa, come to ASOBIWA★A spectacular location with a beautiful view of Lake Biwa, with the beautiful Hira mountain range in the background and the white sand beach and Oki Island in front of you! The Hawaiian photo spot in R cafe resort is also popular. In an atmosphere like a Hawaiian resort, you can enjoy a spectacular BBQ without worrying about time! ~Koshi, with its clean water, is perfect for leisure~ You can swim on the beach while BBQing, and enjoy marine sports. Beach chairs and other items are also available for rental, and dogs can swim. Marine sports facility ASOBIWA is attached. You can also experience SUP and tent sauna! There is also a beach resort cafe "R cafe" on the premises, so you can enjoy a relaxing cafe time.

• Date Spot
• Girls Trip
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 80
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours /3～4 hours /4～5 hours

★☆Empty-handed! Private Hawaiian BBQ on the beach☆★Roofed so you don't have to worry about rain! A private beach is right in front of you, so you can enjoy swimming! Recommended for couples, girls' parties, and families♪★For BBQ at Lake Biwa, come to ASOBIWA★A spectacular location on the beautiful Lake Biwa with the beautiful Hira mountain range in the background and the white sand beach and Oki Island in front of you! The Hawaiian photo spot in R cafe resort is also popular. In an atmosphere like a Hawaiian resort, you can enjoy a spectacular BBQ without worrying about time! ~Koshi, with its clean water, is perfect for leisure~ You can swim on the beach while BBQing, and enjoy marine sports. Beach chairs and other items are also available for rental, and dogs can swim. Marine sports facility ASOBIWA is attached. You can also experience SUP and tent sauna! There is also a beach resort cafe "R cafe" on the premises, so you can enjoy a relaxing cafe time.

• Date Spot
• Girls Trip
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day

Round-trip bus included from Kumamoto city to Kurokawa Onsen! For lunch, you can enjoy a luxurious tofu set meal made with plenty of Tofu Kissho's special tofu. After lunch, it is a one-day relaxing plan where you can enjoy an extraordinary experience while walking through the streets of Kurokawa Onsenkyo. ★What is a "route bus trip"? It is a great value trip that includes a ticket for express buses, route buses, etc., and tickets for use of various facilities. Tourists and guides will not accompany you, and you will be required to move on your own.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 0～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day

This is a great value course that includes the Amakusa rapid train, dolphin watching, and BBQ at Mio Kamino Amakusa. On board, the guide will provide easy-to-understand explanations about the ecology and behavior of dolphins. Enjoy a cruise of approximately 2 hours. ★What is a "route bus trip"? It is a great value trip that includes a ticket for express buses, route buses, etc., and tickets for use of various facilities. Tourists and guides will not accompany you, and you will be required to move on your own.

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 4～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

Location The best bonfire experience on the shores of Lake Biwa. Why don't you spend a quiet and relaxing time unique to this time of winter. ASOBIWA's recommended Hawaiian BBQ with bone-in ribs and beef rump steak is full of salads and grilled vegetables! Enjoy beachside time to your heart's content while gazing at the swaying flames of the bonfire.

• With Pets

• Age 0～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day

★What is the "Local Bus Trip"? It is a great value trip that includes a ticket for an express bus or local bus, as well as a ticket for each facility. There will be no tour conductor or guide accompanying you, and you will travel on your own. Go directly from the center of Kumamoto to Aso! This plan takes you to Kusasenri, a spectacular spot that is a must-see if you visit Aso, and the world's largest caldera, the Aso Nakadake Crater. Kusasenri is a great location from which you can see the smoking Nakadake. You will also enjoy Akagyu hamburger steak at a restaurant with a great view of Kusasenri. *The fare for the Mt. Aso Crater Tour Shuttle is not included. Please check the prices and operating times on the following website: https://www.kyusanko.co.jp/aso/

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• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 2～Age 80
• 1 Day or more

Yamabitan is located in Satoyama, Fukuoka prefecture. What spreads out there is the original scenery of Japan. Warm people, phytoncite-filled forests, and beautiful streams. It is an accommodation plan with a one-night, two-meal experience. [What you can do with the whole satoyama plan] ・Summer recommended garden camping, BBQ, self-made somen noodles, local hiking ・Autumn recommended BBQ, outdoor cooking, satoyama hiking, light mountain climbing (Kiyama, Kusenbeyama) ・Winter Recommended miso making, outdoor cooking, light mountain climbing *Check-in time is after 14:00 / Check-out time is 12:00. There is a refrigerator and a kettle in the room, so you can relax in the room with just your group. Of course, the lounge room, kitchen, and bedroom are shared with the host couple, but you can use them freely. <Room features> Free internet, free WiFi, balcony/terrace, toilet with washing machine, air purifier/humidifier <Facilities/Amenities> Air conditioner, refrigerator, electric kettle, hair dryer, air purifier/humidifier, washing machine, dryer, microwave oven, bath, toilet, washing machine Toilet, towel, bath towel, body towel, sponge, body soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothbrush set, slippers, WiFi, free parking on site ＜What is included in this plan＞・BBQ experience・Breakfast・Satoyama nature experience ✳︎For those who want to enjoy more, Satoyama nature experience can optionally be added. 【Satoyama nature experience】・Sunrise mountain climbing・Satoyama hiking・Satoyama harvest hiking・Sawa hiking・Somen nagashi starting from bamboo gathering・Wild grass walk and herb ball making・Outdoor cooking hamburger set (3500 yen/person each)・Climbing in the prefecture ( Mt. Homan, Mt. Tachibana, Mt. Fukuchi, Mt. Shiroyama, Mt. Kanuki, etc., according to your request) (5000 yen/person)

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• Age 2～Age 80
• 1 Day or more
• 10:30 / 15:30

Camp life in the garden of Yamajin-an. With Yamajin-an's camping plan, feel free to come without any preparation. We will support you from setting up your tent. At night, I light a bonfire and let my busy mind wash away while watching the small fire. You will be able to spend time like that. Experience camping in a lush garden! You can try it out by setting up a tent. You can leave it to me. BBQ near the tent at night! Time passes by relaxingly while gazing at the stars. Please bring your favorite drink. Cherry blossom viewing hike in spring. In the summer, enjoy fireflies and play in the river. In autumn, you can stretch your legs and go hiking outside the prefecture to see the autumn leaves. You can feel the seasons with all five senses. ---Full of outdoor water, toilets, and showers. For 2 people, a 2-person tent; for 3-4 people, a 5-person tent; for 5-6 people, a 2-person tent + a 5-person tent. In addition, each group includes a tarp, a table set, and a barbecue table. Attaches. ---<What comes with this plan> ・BBQ experience ・Breakfast ・Satoyama nature experience One of the following✳︎If you want to enjoy it even more, the Satoyama nature experience can be added as an option. [Satoyama nature experience content] - Sunrise mountain climbing - Satoyama hiking - Satoyama harvesting hike - Sawa hiking - Nagashi somen noodles starting from picking bamboo - Wildflower walk and making herb balls - Outdoor cooking and hamburger set - Climbing within the prefecture (Mt. Homan, Mt. Tachibana, Mt. Fukuchi) , Shiroyama, Nukiyama, etc. upon request)

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• Age 2～Age 80
• 1 Day or more
• 17:00

We will guide you anywhere in the mountains of northern Kyushu. We will do a mountain walk according to the guest's wishes and physical strength. Climb from the mountains of Fukuoka to the Kuju mountain range, Aso, Nagasaki Unzendake, etc. For beginners, we offer courses for beginners. For families with children, we will guide you through a family-friendly mountain with an easy-to-walk course for the elderly. It is also possible for those with mountaineering experience to climb the mountain according to their wishes. Tommy, who has over 50 years of climbing experience, has climbed mountains around the world for 20 years and has been a mountaineering guide for a major travel agency for over 20 years. We will guide you accordingly. On rainy days, you can wear a rain jacket and go on your trip, or you can change the route to focus on gourmet and sightseeing spots. Now, let's go on an adventure in the great outdoors of Kyushu together! 〜Flow〜 (1) Stay overnight at Yamato-an, a guest house in Chikushino. Check-in after 5:00 pm (2) Orientation for the next day's climbing course while eating dinner (3) Going to bed (because the next morning is early, let's go to bed early) (4) Early departure (6:00-7:00 am), Aso Yakuju (5) 9:00 p.m. Mountain climbing/forest walk start (6) Mountain lunch/mountain cafe (7) Downhill (8) Sweat in a hot spring if desired (9) Head home (10) Arrive in Fukuoka around 6:00 pm Return to the lodging ※ It is also possible to stay the night before. In addition, additional accommodation is also possible, so please contact us. There is a refrigerator and a kettle in the room, so you can relax in the room with just your group. The lounge room, kitchen, and bath will be shared with the host couple, but you can use them freely. <Room features> Free internet, free WiFi, balcony/terrace, toilet with washing machine, air purifier/humidifier <Facilities/Amenities> Air conditioner, refrigerator, electric kettle, hair dryer, air purifier/humidifier, washing machine, dryer, microwave oven, bath, toilet, washing machine Toilet towel Bath towel Body towel/sponge Body soap Shampoo Conditioner Toothbrush set Slippers WiFi Free parking on site

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00

★ Let's enjoy the authentic taste made in Kagawa prefecture familiar in Udon prefecture! ★ Domestic wheat 100% use! Supervised by a shop "ANAUKIYA" where queues of Tsuda / Matsubara service area are available. Seasonal udon of soul food boasted by Kagawa prefecture. Why do not you actually experience handmade udon making? The staff firmly teaches everyone the commitment unique to "ANABIKA". In this plan, you learn how to make udon from powder carefully and experience it. After 1 hour (only the experience time) you will be able to eat udon you made after "Udon craftsman!" Experience from today.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00

Mikuni Port is considered one of the leading fishing ports in Fukui Prefecture. You can experience making your own ultimate crab bowl using two whole female Echizen crabs, Seiko crabs, purchased from Mikuni Port Market. You can enjoy the experience with the instructor while listening to lectures such as explanations of the parts and how to peel them. Since special crab scissors are used and no knives are used, even beginners and children can participate with confidence. Arrange to your liking on top of rice made with Koshihikari rice grown in Fukui Prefecture, and your original crab bowl is ready! Once completed, enjoy the crab bowl you made at the attached restaurant. The taste of the rice bowl you made yourself is exceptional! ★Procedure on the day of the experience [STEP 1] 9:50-10:00 (approximately 10 minutes) Please gather 10 minutes before the event time and complete the registration. [STEP 2] 10:00-10:05 (about 5 minutes) Guidance starts [STEP 3] 10:05-11:00 (about 55 minutes) Crab bowl making experience starts! [STEP 4] 11:00-11:45 (about 45 minutes) Let's eat at the attached restaurant!

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• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

You can experience making butter using freshly squeezed milk. You can participate from 4 years old child. Time required is about 1 hour.

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• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 50
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00

"Enjoy the scenery of the UNESCO World Heritage Shirakami-Sanchi" Walk the mountains of Noshiro in full pilgrimage attire with Noen Haruharu, a guide from Ryusenji Temple! You can hear about history and faith from your guide, and about trees and flowers from Noen Haruharu. Experience Buddhism by walking through the mountain scenery of the four seasons. Pick seasonal wild vegetables, cook them yourself, and eat them. Enjoy seasonal wild vegetables with rice balls, pickles, and miso soup. At the end, there is a 15-minute Buddhist talk in English. ~Experience flow~ 9:00 Mountain hiking Content changes depending on the season Pick wild vegetables Take a break at the peak and drink Noen Haruharu's herbal tea Heart Sutra reading in the hall (reading sutras together) 12:00 Return to Ryusenji Temple Cook wild vegetables yourself Don't worry, we will prepare extra if there is not much to pick. Lunch is rice balls with wild vegetables, miso soup, and smoked daikon radish while looking at the Shirakami Mountains. You can listen to a 15-minute talk on Buddhism in English from the head priest. Until 13:00 Q&A We will answer any questions you may have.

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